Cheap Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Sacramento (SMF)

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Cheap Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Sacramento (SMF)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Flight from San Diego to Sacramento route information
Origin airport
San Diego Intl.
Destination airport
Sacramento Intl.
Distance
767 km
Average flight time
1 hour 35 mins

Your quick guide to flights from San Diego to Sacramento

Pick up great flights from San Diego to Sacramento

With Expedia, you have your pick of 26 flights a day with 20 airlines covering flights from San Diego to Sacramento. Whether you’re on a business trip, a family holiday or a luxury break, just enter your travel dates, hit search then check out your choice of flights. Select from return, one way or multi-city flights, and use the advance search tool if you want a direct or refundable flight. You can narrow your search to show you just your preferred cabin class and airline, too. It’s all easy. You can book direct flights from San Diego to Sacramento that take around 1 hours.

Find cheap flights from San Diego to Sacramento

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from to , you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from San Diego to Sacramento around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to Sacramento is normally in .

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from SAN to SMF?
Based on fares offered within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip journeys from San Diego Airport to Sacramento Airport start from . Book now to score the best price for your big adventure. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
This differs between air carriers, as each one has its own set of terms and conditions. Visit the Customer Service Portal, where there are simple instructions on how to cancel online.
How do I find cheap flights from SAN to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for San Diego Airport to SMF flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How many hours is the flight from San Diego Airport to Sacramento Airport?
It only takes roughly 1 hour and 40 minutes to fly from San Diego Airport to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF). Recline your seat and make yourself comfortable — but not too comfortable. You’ll be landing in Sacramento soon enough.
How far is the flight from SAN to SMF?
Forget about a movie marathon on this flight — it’s just 770 kilometres from San Diego to Sacramento. Find your seat, order a snack and you’ll be in Sacramento before you know it.
Which airlines fly direct from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
A leading airline that services the route from SAN to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) is Southwest Airlines (WN). It offers 556 monthly flights. Alaska Airlines (AS) is also worth considering. It offers 152 flights a month. Between these two airlines, you’ll be able to find a good deal from San Diego to Sacramento.
Are SAN to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Booking your trip from SAN to SMF last minute could be your ticket to a fantastic deal. However, it could end up costing a great deal more! If you’d rather err on the side of caution, book well ahead of your departure date. In fact, Expedia has some of the best bargains up to 12 months in advance. If your preferred air carrier hasn’t released tickets yet, check back regularly as deals are updated on Expedia all the time.

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