$49 Cheap Flights from Sacramento (SMF) to San Diego (SAN)

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Today's featured flight deals from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)

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Carry-on included
Lower price than typical

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $49 for one-way flights and $92 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Alaska Airlines
Wed, Nov 19 - Wed, Nov 19
SMF
Sacramento
SAN
San Diego
$92 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$92
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 19 from Sacramento to San Diego, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $92 found 2 hours ago
Bargain Flight
Wed, Feb 18 - Sat, Feb 21
SMF
Sacramento
SAN
San Diego
$96 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$96
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Wed, Feb 18 from Sacramento to San Diego, returning Sat, Feb 21, priced at $96 found 2 days ago
Bargain Flight
Tue, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 21
SMF
Sacramento
SAN
San Diego
$96 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$96
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Tue, Jan 20 from Sacramento to San Diego, returning Wed, Jan 21, priced at $96 found 2 hours ago
Bargain Flight
Sat, Dec 13 - Wed, Dec 17
SMF
Sacramento
SAN
San Diego
$97 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$97
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Sat, Dec 13 from Sacramento to San Diego, returning Wed, Dec 17, priced at $97 found 10 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 11
SMF
Sacramento
SAN
San Diego
$97 Roundtrip, just found
$97
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 8 from Sacramento to San Diego, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $97 just found
Hawaiian Airlines
Mon, Dec 15 - Wed, Jan 7
SMF
Sacramento
SAN
San Diego
$97 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$97
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 15 from Sacramento to San Diego, returning Wed, Jan 7, priced at $97 found 10 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, Dec 13 - Thu, Dec 25
SMF
Sacramento
SAN
San Diego
$102 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$102
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 13 from Sacramento to San Diego, returning Thu, Dec 25, priced at $102 found 11 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 11
SMF
Sacramento
SAN
San Diego
$104 Roundtrip, just found
$104
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 8 from Sacramento to San Diego, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $104 just found
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Jan 8 - Sat, Jan 10
SMF
Sacramento
SAN
San Diego
$107 Roundtrip, just found
$107
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 8 from Sacramento to San Diego, returning Sat, Jan 10, priced at $107 just found
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Dec 15 - Sat, Dec 20
SMF
Sacramento
SAN
San Diego
$109 Roundtrip, just found
$109
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 15 from Sacramento to San Diego, returning Sat, Dec 20, priced at $109 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento (SMF) to San Diego (SAN)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $57 - $196 per traveler.

Alternative airports near San Diego

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

Select flight to General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl. TIJ. Average driving time to city center is 26 minutes. Flights from $651
TIJ
General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.
Average driving time to city center26 min
Flights from $651
Select flight to McClellan-Palomar CLD. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 38 minutes. Flights from $158
CLD
McClellan-Palomar
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center38 min
Flights from $158

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $49 or cheap return flight from $92 from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
November is the cheapest month to fly from SMF to SAN. Avoiding peak travel times is often the key to better flight prices.
Which airlines fly direct from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Enjoy a seamless journey to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). 3 carriers operate nonstop flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF), including:

  • Southwest Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • Frontier Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
The cheapest airline to offer flights between Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) and San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) can vary based on your travel plans. Frontier Airlines and Alaska Airlines are just some good options offering well-priced fares. Use Expedia's search tool to compare airlines in one place and find the right SMF to SAN flight for your budget.
How many flights per day from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
When departing from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF), you can choose from an average of 12 daily direct flights to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Flights between SMF and SAN are their busiest at 10 AM. If you want a more relaxed trip and possibly cheaper prices, choose a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from SMF to SAN?
Jet off on a Thursday if you're searching for the best choice of flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN).
What is the earliest flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)'s first flight to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) departs at approximately 6:00AM UTC-8. With a travel time of 1h 34m, you'll touch down at around 7:34AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
It takes roughly 1 hour and 31 minutes to cover the 480 mi from SMF to SAN.
What airline has the least delays from SMF to SAN?
With 83% of flights typically landing on time, Alaska Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). To monitor your flight status and get notifications if anything changes, simply head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
To arrive at San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) without delays, choose a flight that leaves Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**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 San Diego from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)?
If you're boarding a direct flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Diego, San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from SMF to SAN are usually more expensive. To lock in the cheapest rates, start searching for flights as early as possible. That being said, if you're flexible with your travel plans, you may find a cheap fare just before your departure.
Is it cheaper to book a SMF to SAN flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by booking a SMF to SAN flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage it all in one convenient place. After choosing your ideal flights and accommodations, consider adding extras such as activities, car rentals and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
In most instances, you're able to cancel or reschedule your SMF to SAN flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if you made your booking over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's guidelines and fees on flight changes, or if you want more details, head to our Customer Service portal.

Travel information

Origin airport
Sacramento Intl.
Destination airport
San Diego Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$91
Distance
479 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 30 mins

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Sacramento to San Diego Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Sacramento to San Diego

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 Sacramento to San Diego are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Sacramento to San Diego with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Sacramento to San Diego: 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 Sacramento to San Diego

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 Sacramento to San Diego in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $49 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 Sacramento to San Diego 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 Sacramento to San Diego 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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