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Cheap flights from Sacramento to San Diego from $59

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Alaska Airlines Logo
3:07 pm - 4:47 pm
SMF
-
SAN
1h 40mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:49 pm - 11:43 pm
SAN
-
SMF
1h 54mnonstop
$117Alaska Airlines
Sat, Feb 21 - Wed, Feb 25
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 8:33 am
SMF
-
SAN
1h 33mnonstop
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
9:13 pm - 10:58 pm
SAN
-
SMF
1h 45mnonstop
$120Hawaiian Airlines
Sat, Feb 7 - Sun, Feb 8
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 8:33 am
SMF
-
SAN
1h 33mnonstop
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
9:13 pm - 10:58 pm
SAN
-
SMF
1h 45mnonstop
$126Hawaiian Airlines
Sat, Feb 7 - Sun, Feb 8
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 8:33 am
SMF
-
SAN
1h 33mnonstop
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 9:57 am
SAN
-
SMF
1h 57mnonstop
$127Hawaiian Airlines
Sat, Feb 7 - Sun, Feb 8
Southwest Logo
4:45 pm - 6:15 pm
SMF
-
SAN
1h 30mnonstop
Southwest Logo
7:30 pm - 9:15 pm
SAN
-
SMF
1h 45mnonstop
$132Southwest
Fri, Feb 20 - Wed, Feb 25
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:08 am - 8:49 am
SMF
-
SAN
1h 41mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:15 am - 12:10 pm
SAN
-
SMF
1h 55mnonstop
$137Alaska Airlines
Thu, Feb 19 - Tue, Feb 24
Southwest Logo
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
SMF
-
SAN
1h 30mnonstop
Southwest Logo
4:05 pm - 9:45 pm
SAN
-
SMF
5h 40m
1 stop
$142Southwest
Mon, Feb 2 - Wed, Feb 4
Southwest Logo
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
SMF
-
SAN
1h 30mnonstop
Southwest Logo
6:25 am - 8:15 am
SAN
-
SMF
1h 50mnonstop
$144Southwest
Wed, Feb 18 - Sat, Feb 21
Southwest Logo
5:45 am - 7:15 am
SMF
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SAN
1h 30mnonstop
Southwest Logo
5:30 pm - 9:25 pm
SAN
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SMF
3h 55m
1 stop
$147Southwest
Thu, Feb 12 - Tue, Feb 17
Alaska Airlines Logo
12:47 pm - 2:27 pm
SMF
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SAN
1h 40mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
3:46 pm - 5:38 pm
SAN
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SMF
1h 52mnonstop
$152Alaska Airlines
Thu, Mar 5 - Thu, Mar 5

Delta flights from Sacramento to San Diego

Our best Delta deals on Sacramento to San Diego flight tickets
Delta
Feb 15
SMF6:15 amSacramento Intl
3h 40m
1 stop
SAN9:55 amSan Diego
Feb 17
SAN7:25 pmSan Diego
4h 01m
1 stop
SMF11:26 pmSacramento Intl
$188
Delta
Mar 20
SMF5:19 pmSacramento Intl
6h 25m
1 stop
SAN11:44 pmSan Diego
Mar 22
SAN6:20 amSan Diego
4h 32m
1 stop
SMF10:52 amSacramento Intl
$198
Delta
Jan 28
SMF9:48 amSacramento Intl
6h 48m
1 stop
SAN4:36 pmSan Diego
Feb 3
SAN2:55 pmSan Diego
4h 20m
1 stop
SMF7:15 pmSacramento Intl
$237

Southwest flights from Sacramento to San Diego

Our best Southwest deals on Sacramento to San Diego flight tickets
Southwest
Feb 20
SMF4:45 pmSacramento Intl
1h 30m
SAN6:15 pmSan Diego
Feb 25
SAN7:30 pmSan Diego
1h 45m
SMF9:15 pmSacramento Intl
$132
Southwest
Feb 2
SMF5:30 pmSacramento Intl
1h 30m
SAN7:00 pmSan Diego
Feb 4
SAN4:05 pmSan Diego
5h 40m
1 stop
SMF9:45 pmSacramento Intl
$142
Southwest
Feb 18
SMF10:30 amSacramento Intl
1h 30m
SAN12:00 pmSan Diego
Feb 21
SAN6:25 amSan Diego
1h 50m
SMF8:15 amSacramento Intl
$144

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Price

SacramentoSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/21

3:07 pm-4:47 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

San Diego

Wed 2/25

9:49 pm-11:43 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

$117

SacramentoSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/7

7:00 am-8:33 am

Nonstop1h 33m

San Diego

Sun 2/8

9:13 pm-10:58 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$120

SacramentoSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/7

7:00 am-8:33 am

Nonstop1h 33m

San Diego

Sun 2/8

9:13 pm-10:58 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$126

SacramentoSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/7

7:00 am-8:33 am

Nonstop1h 33m

San Diego

Sun 2/8

8:00 am-9:57 am

Nonstop1h 57m

$127

SacramentoSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

Fri 2/20

4:45 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

San Diego

Wed 2/25

7:30 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$132

SacramentoSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

Thu 2/19

7:08 am-8:49 am

Nonstop1h 41m

San Diego

Tue 2/24

10:15 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$137

SacramentoSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/2

5:30 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

San Diego

Wed 2/4

4:05 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$142

SacramentoSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/18

10:30 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

San Diego

Sat 2/21

6:25 am-8:15 am

Nonstop1h 50m

$144

SacramentoSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

Thu 2/12

5:45 am-7:15 am

Nonstop1h 30m

San Diego

Tue 2/17

5:30 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop3h 55m

$147

SacramentoSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

Thu 3/5

12:47 pm-2:27 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

San Diego

Thu 3/5

3:46 pm-5:38 pm

Nonstop1h 52m

$152

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Sacramento to San Diego

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?

If you are unable to visit San Diego during the month of January, then departing from Sacramento during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $182.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

The cheapest day to depart from Sacramento to San Diego is on a Monday. Travelers who choose to depart for San Diego on a Monday will often find tickets for as low as $150. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around $197. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to San Diego.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

The cheapest time of day to fly to San Diego is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as $168. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $194.

What is the cheapest Sacramento Intl to San Diego flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Diego from Sacramento when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Diego for around $206 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Diego from Sacramento for as low as $172 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Sacramento Intl to San Diego flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Sacramento Intl to San Diego flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Sacramento to San Diego flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Sacramento to San Diego.

How have Sacramento to San Diego flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Sacramento to San Diego flights are approximately 58% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Sacramento to San Diego

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Sacramento to San Diego according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Sacramento to San Diego (SMF to SAN) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$118

Fastest flight time

1h 30m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Diego

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Diego from Sacramento in the past 72 hours is $118. The best round-trip flight deal from Sacramento to San Diego found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $158.
The fastest flight from Sacramento to San Diego takes 1h 30m
Direct flights go from Sacramento to San Diego every day.
There is 1 airport in San Diego. From Sacramento there are direct flights to San Diego (SAN).
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  • How far is Sacramento Intl to San Diego by plane?

    San Diego is 472.4 mi away from Sacramento Intl. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 1h 30m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to San Diego Airport?

    Prices for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to San Diego Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Sacramento Intl Airport to San Diego Airport?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sacramento Intl Airport to San Diego Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to San Diego Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San Diego Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Sacramento to San Diego?

  • What is the most popular airline from Sacramento to San Diego?

Best airlines flying from Sacramento to San Diego

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
FrontierPriceFrom $37Free CancellationRating
5.7
3,057 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $78Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,319 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $88Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,049 reviews
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Hawaiian AirlinesPriceFrom $91Free CancellationRating
7.8
2,827 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $97Free CancellationRating
8.0
11,715 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $117Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,258 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $207Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,131 reviews
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  • Alaska Airlines Flights From Sacramento to San Diego

    Alaska Airlines flies from Sacramento to San Diego around 31 times per week, with 11,713 momondo users rating the airline 8.0/10. The cheapest Alaska Airlines deal from Sacramento to San Diego in the last 72 hours was $97 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $205 for Alaska Airlines flights on this route.

  • Southwest Flights From Sacramento to San Diego

    Another popular option for Sacramento to San Diego flights is Southwest (8.0/10, 4,258 ratings). Southwest flies from Sacramento to San Diego around 38 times per week, with deals starting from $117 round-trip and rising to an average price of around $226.

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