How popular is this Sacramento to San Diego flight route?

Flights from Sacramento Intl to San Diego have been viewed 166 times in the past calendar month.

How long is the flight from Sacramento to San Diego?

Airlines like Southwest fly from Sacramento to San Diego in about 7h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 480 mi.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to San Diego round-trip?

According to our current data, Frontier ($37), Spirit Airlines ($55), and Delta ($88) offers the cheapest pricing from Sacramento to San Diego. Users have found that Frontier is 79% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sacramento to San Diego?

The price you pay for your flight from Sacramento to San Diego may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 71 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 Sacramento to San Diego?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Sacramento to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sacramento to San Diego?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to San Diego flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon 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.

Weekly flight availability from Sacramento to San Diego

The most flights from SMF to SAN are scheduled on a Monday (23 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to San Diego?

The cheapest flight price from Sacramento to San Diego is $48. On average you can expect to pay $1,002. The most popular route, (Sacramento Intl - San Diego), can usually be booked for $72.

What are the most reliable airlines from Sacramento to San Diego?

Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Sacramento to San Diego on time: Japan Airlines (89%), British Airways (82%), SkyWest Airlines (82%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Sacramento to San Diego?

Before booking your flight from Sacramento to San Diego check out the most popular airlines for this route: American Airlines, Alaska Airlines or Delta.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Sacramento to San Diego?

Flights from Sacramento to San Diego are found to be more expensive on Saturday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to San Diego.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sacramento to San Diego?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 31 days in advance, which can save you up to 93% on flights from Sacramento to San Diego compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 31 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $128. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $196.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to San Diego?

January can be a great time to fly to San Diego from Sacramento with a flight ticket averaging about $138. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of January for as cheap as $36. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

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

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 38% on flights from Sacramento to San Diego by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What airports do I use to fly from Sacramento to San Diego?

To fly from Sacramento to San Diego, you need to book a flight from Sacramento Intl (SMF) to San Diego (SAN). Nonstop flights to San Diego from Sacramento Intl take 1h 30m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 18 outbound flights from Sacramento Intl to San Diego offered by 7 different airlines.

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

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

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

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sacramento to San Diego.

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

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

$59+ Flights from Sacramento to San Diego

Round-trip from	$99 (Kiwi.com)
One-way from	$60 (Mytrip)
Popular in	April
Cheapest in	October
Average price	$168

Alaska's Premium Class offers extra legroom and free cocktails, enhancing comfort on short flights.

Alaska Airlines offers Wi-Fi for a flat fee, ideal for business travelers needing connectivity.

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Frontier	Cheapest$37	Average$105	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$55	Average$96	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
Delta	Cheapest$88	Average$176	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Hawaiian Airlines	Cheapest$91	Average$224	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time85%
Alaska Airlines	Cheapest$116	Average$219	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%
Southwest	Cheapest$121	Average$223	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
American Airlines	Cheapest$167	Average$406	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%

$59+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to San Diego (SMF - SAN)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.

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