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Alaska Airlines Logo
6:15 pm - 7:55 pmSMF-SAN
1h 40mnonstop
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12:30 pm - 2:12 pmSAN-SMF
1h 42mnonstop
$115Alaska Airlines
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Sat, Mar 14 - Wed, Mar 18
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7:00 am - 8:33 amSMF-SAN
1h 33mnonstop
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9:13 pm - 10:58 pmSAN-SMF
1h 45mnonstop
$116Alaska Airlines
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Sat, Jan 10 - Sat, Jan 10
Southwest Logo
7:25 pm - 8:55 pmSMF-SAN
1h 30mnonstop
Southwest Logo
6:30 am - 8:20 amSAN-SMF
1h 50mnonstop
$117Southwest
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Sat, Dec 20 - Wed, Dec 31
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
7:39 pm - 9:19 pmSMF-SAN
1h 40mnonstop
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 9:57 amSAN-SMF
1h 57mnonstop
$123Hawaiian Airlines
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Sat, Jan 10 - Sun, Jan 11
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
2:50 pm - 4:30 pmSMF-SAN
1h 40mnonstop
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
8:06 am - 10:03 amSAN-SMF
1h 57mnonstop
$125Hawaiian Airlines
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Sat, Dec 13 - Sun, Dec 14
Southwest Logo
5:05 am - 10:25 amSMF-SAN
5h 20m1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:45 pm - 8:25 pmSAN-SMF
1h 40mnonstop
$127Southwest
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Sat, Jan 10 - Sat, Jan 10
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:46 pm - 9:29 pmSMF-SAN
1h 43mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:07 pm - 11:59 pmSAN-SMF
1h 52mnonstop
$129Alaska Airlines
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Sat, Dec 20 - Sun, Dec 21
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:46 pm - 9:29 pmSMF-SAN
1h 43mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:07 pm - 11:59 pmSAN-SMF
1h 52mnonstop
$130Alaska Airlines
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Sun, Dec 21 - Wed, Dec 24
Alaska Airlines Logo
12:47 pm - 2:27 pmSMF-SAN
1h 40mnonstop
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8:04 am - 10:05 amSAN-SMF
2h 01mnonstop
$131Alaska Airlines
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Wed, Mar 4 - Sun, Mar 8
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:38 pm - 7:12 pmSMF-SAN
1h 34mnonstop
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8:00 am - 9:57 amSAN-SMF
1h 57mnonstop
$132Alaska Airlines
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Thu, Dec 18 - Sat, Jan 10

Alaska Airlines flights from Sacramento to San Diego

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Sacramento to San Diego flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Mar 14
SMF6:15 pmSacramento Intl
1h 40m
SAN7:55 pmSan Diego
Mar 18
SAN12:30 pmSan Diego
1h 42m
SMF2:12 pmSacramento Intl
$115
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Alaska Airlines
Jan 10
SMF7:00 amSacramento Intl
1h 33m
SAN8:33 amSan Diego
Jan 10
SAN9:13 pmSan Diego
1h 45m
SMF10:58 pmSacramento Intl
$116
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Alaska Airlines
Feb 24
SMF6:15 pmSacramento Intl
1h 40m
SAN7:55 pmSan Diego
Feb 28
SAN8:04 amSan Diego
2h 01m
SMF10:05 amSacramento Intl
$117
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Frontier flights from Sacramento to San Diego

Our best Frontier deals on Sacramento to San Diego flight tickets
Frontier
Jan 8
SMF1:14 pmSacramento Intl
24h 15m
1 stop
SAN1:29 pmSan Diego
Jan 12
SAN6:36 amSan Diego
6h 37m
1 stop
SMF1:13 pmSacramento Intl
$162
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Frontier
Feb 9
SMF12:03 pmSacramento Intl
12h 05m
1 stop
SAN12:08 amSan Diego
Feb 12
SAN6:25 amSan Diego
29h 09m
1 stop
SMF11:34 amSacramento Intl
$183
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Frontier
Dec 8
SMF12:35 pmSacramento Intl
11h 24m
1 stop
SAN11:59 pmSan Diego
Dec 13
SAN6:34 amSan Diego
29h 06m
1 stop
SMF11:40 amSacramento Intl
$187
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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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated November 25, 2025.
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Price

SacramentoSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

Sat 3/14

6:15 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

San Diego

Wed 3/18

12:30 pm-2:12 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$115

SacramentoSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/10

7:00 am-8:33 am

Nonstop1h 33m

San Diego

Sat 1/10

9:13 pm-10:58 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$116

SacramentoSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

Sat 12/20

7:25 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

San Diego

Wed 12/31

6:30 am-8:20 am

Nonstop1h 50m

$117

SacramentoSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/10

7:39 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

San Diego

Sun 1/11

8:00 am-9:57 am

Nonstop1h 57m

$123

SacramentoSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

Sat 12/13

2:50 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

San Diego

Sun 12/14

8:06 am-10:03 am

Nonstop1h 57m

$125

SacramentoSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/10

5:05 am-10:25 am

1 stop5h 20m

San Diego

Sat 1/10

6:45 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$127

SacramentoSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

Sat 12/20

7:46 pm-9:29 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

San Diego

Sun 12/21

10:07 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 52m

$129

SacramentoSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

Sun 12/21

7:46 pm-9:29 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

San Diego

Wed 12/24

10:07 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 52m

$130

SacramentoSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/4

12:47 pm-2:27 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

San Diego

Sun 3/8

8:04 am-10:05 am

Nonstop2h 01m

$131

SacramentoSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

Thu 12/18

5:38 pm-7:12 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

San Diego

Sat 1/10

8:00 am-9:57 am

Nonstop1h 57m

$132

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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 $179.

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 Tuesday. Travelers who choose to depart for San Diego on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $144. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around $186. 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 $159. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $189.

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 $205 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 $171 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 November 2025, prices for Sacramento to San Diego flights are approximately 33% cheaper 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

$123

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 $123. The best round-trip flight deal from Sacramento to San Diego found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $190.
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 near San Diego: 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
5.8
3,097 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $75Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,157 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $88Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,998 reviews
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Hawaiian AirlinesPriceFrom $91Free CancellationRating
7.8
2,813 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $106Free CancellationRating
8.0
11,340 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $119Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,252 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $227Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,039 reviews
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  • Alaska Airlines Flights From Sacramento to San Diego

    Alaska Airlines flies from Sacramento to San Diego around 35 times per week, with 11,355 momondo users rating the airline 8.0/10. The cheapest Alaska Airlines deal from Sacramento to San Diego in the last 72 hours was $106 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $214 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, 4,254 ratings). Southwest flies from Sacramento to San Diego around 62 times per week, with deals starting from $119 round-trip and rising to an average price of around $226.

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