$87 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Sacramento (SMF)

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Popular airlines from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)

Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Sacramento (SFO-SMF)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $87 for one-way flights and $142 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Alaska Airlines
Wed, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 13
SFO
San Francisco
SMF
Sacramento
$142 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$142
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from San Francisco to Sacramento, returning Sat, Dec 13, priced at $142 found 5 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Feb 18 - Sat, Feb 21
SFO
San Francisco
SMF
Sacramento
$154 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$154
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 18 from San Francisco to Sacramento, returning Sat, Feb 21, priced at $154 found 5 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Fri, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 9
SFO
San Francisco
SMF
Sacramento
$159 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$159
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, Dec 5 from San Francisco to Sacramento, returning Tue, Dec 9, priced at $159 found 5 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Fri, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 9
SFO
San Francisco
SMF
Sacramento
$160 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$160
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, Dec 5 from San Francisco to Sacramento, returning Tue, Dec 9, priced at $160 found 5 days ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Wed, Nov 19 - Wed, Dec 3
SFO
San Francisco
SMF
Sacramento
$163 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$163
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 19 from San Francisco to Sacramento, returning Wed, Dec 3, priced at $163 found 1 day ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Feb 18 - Sat, Feb 21
SFO
San Francisco
SMF
Sacramento
$166 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$166
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 18 from San Francisco to Sacramento, returning Sat, Feb 21, priced at $166 found 5 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Jan 7 - Wed, Jan 14
SFO
San Francisco
SMF
Sacramento
$169 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$169
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 7 from San Francisco to Sacramento, returning Wed, Jan 14, priced at $169 found 5 days ago
Delta
Tue, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 3
SFO
San Francisco
SMF
Sacramento
$174 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$174
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Feb 24 from San Francisco to Sacramento, returning Tue, Mar 3, priced at $174 found 6 days ago
United
Fri, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 3
SFO
San Francisco
SMF
Sacramento
$179 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$179
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Jan 30 from San Francisco to Sacramento, returning Tue, Feb 3, priced at $179 found 3 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Fri, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 3
SFO
San Francisco
SMF
Sacramento
$273 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$273
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 30 from San Francisco to Sacramento, returning Tue, Feb 3, priced at $273 found 3 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Sacramento (SMF)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $159 - $362 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Sacramento

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Sacramento Intl. SMF. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 15 minutes. Flights from $194
SMF
Sacramento Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center15 min
Flights from $194

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) cost?
Secure a cheap one-way flight from $87 or cheap return flight from $142 from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
The cheapest month to fly from SFO to SMF is December, when there's less demand. Off-peak months are usually when airlines offer lower prices between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
Fly directly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) on a United Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
Use the filters on Expedia to compare airlines and find the most affordable carrier that'll take you from SFO to SMF. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to snag a good deal.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
Every day on average, 3 direct flights operate from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF). Pick the departure time that best fits your itinerary.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
Flights between SFO and SMF tend to be busiest at 6 PM. For a more relaxed experience and potentially cheaper tickets, choose a departure that's outside typical rush times.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to SMF?
Jet off on a Saturday if you're looking for the biggest selection of flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF).
What is the earliest flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 11:15AM UTC-8, departing from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). You'll be in the air for around 58m, arriving at Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) at approximately 12:13PM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
Flights from SFO to SMF have an average travel time of 58 minutes. The total distance between these two airports is 85 mi.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
Book a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations. Departures later than this have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Sacramento from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) is the only airport in Sacramento with direct flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Compare the options and find affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) last-minute?
Booking your flight from SFO to SMF just before your journey is usually more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your travel times and dates, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to SMF flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a SFO to SMF flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better still, having everything in one convenient place will take the stress out of travel planning. Just pick your flights and select from our wide range of hotels, then customize your trip with extras like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
Typically, you can modify or cancel your SFO to SMF flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if you made your booking more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's policies and fees on flight changes, or if you want more details, go to our Customer Service portal.

Travel information

Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Sacramento Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$141
Distance
86 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 58 mins

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San Francisco to Sacramento Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco to Sacramento

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Francisco to Sacramento are during the month of December. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Sacramento with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Sacramento

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco to Sacramento: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Francisco to Sacramento

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Francisco to Sacramento in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $87 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Francisco to Sacramento flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Francisco to Sacramento airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

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