What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Sacramento round-trip?

Currently priced at $217, United Airlines will fly you from San José, San José Province to Sacramento and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on American Airlines for as low as $230. United Airlines is 52% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to Sacramento one-way?

For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $132. Users have also found prices from $140 and $285 on American Airlines and Spirit Airlines, respectively.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José, San José Province to Sacramento?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José, San José Province to Sacramento flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sacramento ranges from 0.0 - 3.6 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Sacramento when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sacramento, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from San José, San José Province to Sacramento?

When booking a flight from San José, San José Province to Sacramento, you may want to consider flying on American Airlines, Delta or United Airlines as they are the most popular for this route.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San José, San José Province to Sacramento?

Friday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 59%.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San José, San José Province to Sacramento?

Our data shows that September tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Sacramento from San José, San José Province. Users have commonly found prices around $506 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $312. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in April.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SJO to SMF?

It’s typically best to fly out from San José, San José Province to Sacramento in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 3% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Can I find deals for flights from San José to Sacramento that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on San José to Sacramento flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from San José to Sacramento?

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Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to Sacramento?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Sacramento by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Mon 8/185:30 amSJO - SMF

2 stops19h 29mUnited Airlines

Thu 8/287:00 amSMF - SJO

1 stop11h 37mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/2

$217

Thu 7/1711:59 pmSJO - SMF

1 stop11h 07mAmerican Airlines

Thu 7/2411:55 pmSMF - SJO

1 stop21h 10mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/1

$232

Wed 7/2312:16 pmSJO - SMF

2 stops21h 20mSpirit Airlines

Sun 8/107:26 pmSMF - SJO

2 stops14h 45mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/1

$397

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Mon 8/185:30 amSJO - SMF

2 stops19h 29mUnited Airlines

Thu 8/287:00 amSMF - SJO

1 stop11h 37mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/2

$217

Wed 9/107:27 amSJO - SMF

2 stops12h 33mAmerican Airlines

Wed 9/2410:02 pmSMF - SJO

2 stops20h 40mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/3

$230

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Thu 7/1711:59 pmSJO - SMF

1 stop11h 07mAmerican Airlines

Thu 7/2411:55 pmSMF - SJO

1 stop21h 10mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/1

$232

Wed 7/2312:16 pmSJO - SMF

2 stops21h 20mSpirit Airlines

Sun 8/107:26 pmSMF - SJO

2 stops14h 45mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/1

$397

Mon 8/185:30 amSJO - SMF

2 stops19h 29mUnited Airlines

Thu 8/287:00 amSMF - SJO

1 stop11h 37mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/2

$217

Tue 8/191:35 pmSJO - SMF

2 stops23h 13mDelta

Tue 9/26:55 pmSMF - SJO

2 stops16h 15mDelta

Deal found 7/2

$421

Fri 8/294:13 pmSJO - SMF

2 stops23h 10mMultiple Airlines

Sat 9/66:30 amSMF - SJO

3 stops27h 44mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/2

$433

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Tue 10/218:37 amSJO - SMF

1 stop14h 09mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/3

$132

Fri 9/127:27 amSJO - SMF

1 stop16h 13mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/2

$140

Fri 9/124:45 pmSJO - SMF

3 stops28h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/2

$273

Fri 9/1212:19 pmSJO - SMF

3 stops34h 22mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/2

$285

Sat 7/1912:50 amSJO - SMF

1 stop11h 31mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 7/3

$1,345

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Mon 8/18

5:30 am-11:59 pm

2 stops19h 29m

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Thu 8/28

7:00 am-7:37 pm

1 stop11h 37m

$217

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SJO - SMF

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San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/17

11:59 pm-10:06 am

1 stop11h 07m

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11:55 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop21h 10m

$232

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SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/23

12:16 pm-8:36 am

2 stops21h 20m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/10

7:26 pm-11:11 am

2 stops14h 45m

$397

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/19

1:35 pm-11:48 am

2 stops23h 13m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/2

6:55 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops16h 15m

$421

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/29

4:13 pm-2:23 pm

2 stops23h 10m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/6

6:30 am-11:14 am

3 stops27h 44m

$433

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/12

8:37 am-9:25 am

1 stop25h 48m

$132

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/12

7:27 am-10:40 pm

1 stop16h 13m

$140

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SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/12

4:45 pm-7:50 pm

3 stops28h 05m

$273

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SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/12

12:19 pm-9:41 pm

3 stops34h 22m

$285

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 7/7

12:50 am-7:31 am

2 stops31h 41m

$721

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Sacramento?

The price you pay for your flight from San José, San José Province to Sacramento may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 78 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Sacramento?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from San José, San José Province to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $397). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Sacramento

See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San José to Sacramento have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,845 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Spirit Airlines

6.3

Okay

8,094 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Sacramento round-trip?
Currently priced at $217, United Airlines will fly you from San José, San José Province to Sacramento and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on American Airlines for as low as $230. United Airlines is 52% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to Sacramento one-way?
For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $132. Users have also found prices from $140 and $285 on American Airlines and Spirit Airlines, respectively.
Can I find deals for flights from San José to Sacramento that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on San José to Sacramento flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from San José to Sacramento?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San José to Sacramento.
Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to Sacramento?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Sacramento by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Sacramento?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from San José, San José Province to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $397). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from San José to Sacramento

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United Airlines	Cheapest$273	Average$406	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
American Airlines	Cheapest$321	Average$450	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Delta	Cheapest$438	Average$540	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A

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