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$25+ 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 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — SAN
Jul 30 — Aug 61
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The best prices from Sacramento Intl to San Diego are usually found in May or August, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to San Diego (SAN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 25, 2024.

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One-way from

$25
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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 44 days in advance, which can save you up to 144% on flights from Sacramento to San Diego compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 44 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 $153. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $278.

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

May can be a great time to fly to San Diego from Sacramento with a flight ticket averaging about $189. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of May for as cheap as $48. 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 afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 59% on flights from Sacramento to San Diego by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Cheap Sacramento to San Diego flights in July & August 2024

Find cheap flight options from Sacramento to San Diego specifically for the months of July and August 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Prices were last updated on July 25, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Sacramento to San Diego in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/159:48 pmSMF - SAN
1 stop9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/197:59 pmSAN - SMF
1 stop4h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$68
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/109:28 amSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/1410:25 amSAN - SMF
Nonstop1h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$69
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2212:53 pmSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 34mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/2510:25 amSAN - SMF
Nonstop1h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$70
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/222:21 pmSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 30mFrontier
Thu 8/2911:43 amSAN - SMF
Nonstop1h 38mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$71
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/79:28 amSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/117:00 amSAN - SMF
Nonstop1h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$72
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/146:00 amSMF - SAN
1 stop8h 11mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/1510:25 amSAN - SMF
Nonstop1h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$73
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/69:28 amSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/810:20 pmSAN - SMF
1 stop11h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$75
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1912:53 pmSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 34mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/247:59 pmSAN - SMF
1 stop4h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$77
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2212:53 pmSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 34mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/247:59 pmSAN - SMF
1 stop4h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$78

Sacramento to San Diego 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Sacramento and San Diego in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Sacramento to San Diego in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/159:48 pmSMF - SAN
1 stop9h 40mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/197:59 pmSAN - SMF
1 stop4h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$68
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/109:28 amSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/1410:25 amSAN - SMF
Nonstop1h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$69
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2212:53 pmSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 34mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/2510:25 amSAN - SMF
Nonstop1h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$70
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/222:21 pmSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 30mFrontier
Thu 8/2911:43 amSAN - SMF
Nonstop1h 38mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$71
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/79:28 amSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/117:00 amSAN - SMF
Nonstop1h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$72
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/146:00 amSMF - SAN
1 stop8h 11mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/1510:25 amSAN - SMF
Nonstop1h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$73
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/69:28 amSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/810:20 pmSAN - SMF
1 stop11h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$75
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1912:53 pmSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 34mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/247:59 pmSAN - SMF
1 stop4h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$77
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2212:53 pmSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 34mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/247:59 pmSAN - SMF
1 stop4h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$78

Sacramento to San Diego flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Sacramento to San Diego for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
Check out these flights departing soon from Sacramento to San Diego. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/37:40 pmSMF - SAN
1 stop3h 37mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/77:00 amSAN - SMF
Nonstop1h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$73
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/110:12 pmSMF - SAN
1 stop11h 03mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/87:00 amSAN - SMF
Nonstop1h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$77
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/110:12 pmSMF - SAN
1 stop11h 03mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/67:00 amSAN - SMF
Nonstop1h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$79
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/410:31 pmSMF - SAN
1 stop10h 44mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/87:00 amSAN - SMF
Nonstop1h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$81
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/301:27 pmSMF - SAN
1 stop6h 00mFrontier
Tue 8/1311:48 amSAN - SMF
Nonstop1h 38mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$84
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/311:27 pmSMF - SAN
1 stop5h 58mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/67:00 amSAN - SMF
Nonstop1h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$90
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/49:16 pmSMF - SAN
1 stop11h 59mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/117:00 amSAN - SMF
Nonstop1h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$94
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/49:28 amSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/87:00 amSAN - SMF
Nonstop1h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/25$96
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/37:40 pmSMF - SAN
1 stop3h 37mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/79:11 pmSAN - SMF
1 stop13h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$102

One-way flights to San Diego from Sacramento

Search for one-way flight options from Sacramento to San Diego. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Sacramento to San Diego, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Sacramento to San Diego instead should update the search form at the top of page.
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/45:28 pmSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 30mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$25
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/69:28 amSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$27
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/266:52 pmSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 30mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$28
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/222:32 pmSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 30mFrontier
Deal found 7/23$29
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/266:52 pmSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 30mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$30
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/309:28 amSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$34
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/236:52 pmSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 30mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$40
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/1812:53 pmSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$41
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/1812:53 pmSMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$42

Find flights from Sacramento to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to San Diego that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.

Fly from

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Budget

$55 - $71

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Sacramento IntlSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

Thu 8/15

Nonstop1h 34m

San Diego

Mon 8/19

Nonstop1h 38m

$55

Sacramento IntlSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

Thu 8/22

Nonstop1h 34m

San Diego

Sat 8/24

Nonstop1h 38m

$56

Sacramento IntlSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

Thu 8/15

Nonstop1h 30m

San Diego

Mon 8/19

Nonstop1h 38m

$57

Sacramento IntlSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/26

Nonstop1h 30m

San Diego

Wed 10/30

Nonstop1h 38m

$58

Sacramento IntlSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

Thu 8/15

1 stop5h 37m

San Diego

Mon 8/19

1 stop8h 09m

$59

Sacramento IntlSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/19

Nonstop1h 30m

San Diego

Sat 10/26

Nonstop1h 38m

$60

Sacramento IntlSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/1

Nonstop1h 30m

San Diego

Sat 9/7

Nonstop1h 43m

$63

Sacramento IntlSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

Thu 8/22

Nonstop1h 34m

San Diego

Thu 8/29

Nonstop1h 38m

$64

Sacramento IntlSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

Thu 8/22

Nonstop1h 30m

San Diego

Thu 8/29

Nonstop1h 38m

$71

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to San Diego. Price data was last updated on July 23, 2024.
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 65 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Sacramento to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to San Diego. Price data was last updated on July 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to San Diego flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to San Diego

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego from Sacramento with our price prediction graph.
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Temperature and rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SAN

Temperature

57.2 - 71.6 °F

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).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Diego. Reviews last updated July 25, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento to San Diego, such as Spirit Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Frontier. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

A/C was not working on the ground so it was 110 degrees on the plane when we boarded and we sat there for almost 40 minutes because Austin’s gate system has not kept up with growth. Not Alaska’s fault 100% but it was miserable.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

A/C was not working on the ground so it was 110 degrees on the plane when we boarded and we sat there for almost 40 minutes because Austin’s gate system has not kept up with growth. Not Alaska’s fault 100% but it was miserable.

Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

A/C was not working on the ground so it was 110 degrees on the plane when we boarded and we sat there for almost 40 minutes because Austin’s gate system has not kept up with growth. Not Alaska’s fault 100% but it was miserable.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

A/C was not working on the ground so it was 110 degrees on the plane when we boarded and we sat there for almost 40 minutes because Austin’s gate system has not kept up with growth. Not Alaska’s fault 100% but it was miserable.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

A/C was not working on the ground so it was 110 degrees on the plane when we boarded and we sat there for almost 40 minutes because Austin’s gate system has not kept up with growth. Not Alaska’s fault 100% but it was miserable.

Spirit Airlines
6.4
Okay
8,407 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

A/C was not working on the ground so it was 110 degrees on the plane when we boarded and we sat there for almost 40 minutes because Austin’s gate system has not kept up with growth. Not Alaska’s fault 100% but it was miserable.

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  • 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 29m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 16 outbound flights from Sacramento Intl to San Diego offered by 7 different airlines.

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    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Sacramento to San Diego under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from Sacramento to San Diego is less than $70.

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    There are currently 20+ open flights from Sacramento to San Diego within the next 7 days for less than $100.

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    Flights from Sacramento Intl to San Diego have been viewed 95 times in the past calendar month.

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    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($55), and Frontier ($57) offers the cheapest pricing from Sacramento to San Diego. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 70% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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    The cheapest flight price from Sacramento to San Diego is $30. On average you can expect to pay $133. The most popular route, (Sacramento Intl - San Diego), can usually be booked for $54.

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    SMF stands for Sacramento Intl Airport, while SAN stands for San Diego Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to San Diego?

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FrontierCheapest$38Average$53FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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