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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 October, then departing from Sacramento during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $118.
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 $142. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around $179. 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 $156. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $230.
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 $177 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 $139 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?
You could potentially save up to 11% on your flight if you consider stops on a Sacramento to San Diego flight.
How have Sacramento to San Diego flight prices changed over time?
As of July 2025, prices for Sacramento to San Diego flights are approximately 58% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Sacramento Intl to San Diego?
Spirit Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Sacramento Intl to San Diego
What airlines fly to San Diego?
Frontier, United Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Diego from Sacramento according to our data. Frontier is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San Diego. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to San Diego on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Sacramento to San Diego on average per day?
18 flights are operational daily from Sacramento to San Diego as of July 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 6:00AM, with 47% of flights per day taking off at noon.
How many flights depart from Sacramento to San Diego on average per week?
The number of flights available between Sacramento and San Diego is 129 per week as of July 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 20% of weekly flights leaving on this day.
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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.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to San Diego Airport?
There are 7 operators available for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to San Diego Airport as of July 2025.
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?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Sacramento to San Diego is Boeing 737 MAX 8, representing 27.11% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets) at 26.18%, Embraer 175 at 22.00%, and Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) at 9.46%.
What is the most popular airline from Sacramento to San Diego?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Sacramento to San Diego is Southwest, representing 38% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Spirit Airlines at 20%, Alaska Airlines at 19%, and Frontier at 19%.
Best airlines flying from Sacramento to San Diego
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Sacramento to San Diego with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $38 | Free Cancellation | Rating 5.9 3,286 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $56 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 8,086 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $88 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,982 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $91 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.8 2,545 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $117 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $129 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,266 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $133 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews |
Alaska Airlines Flights From Sacramento to San Diego
Alaska Airlines flies from Sacramento to San Diego around 25 times per week, with 10,000 momondo users rating the airline 8.0/10. The cheapest Alaska Airlines deal from Sacramento to San Diego in the last 72 hours was $117 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $219 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, 4,266 ratings). Southwest flies from Sacramento to San Diego around 46 times per week, with deals starting from $129 round-trip and rising to an average price of around $225.
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Sacramento to San Diego?
To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to San Diego from Sacramento.
Can I find flights from Sacramento to San Diego with flexible booking policies on momondo?
All flight searches from Sacramento to San Diego on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.
How can momondo help me find flights from Sacramento to San Diego?
momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight from Sacramento to San Diego.
I’m not ready to book a flight from Sacramento to San Diego right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to San Diego from Sacramento. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.