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Cheap flights from Sacramento to San Diego from $42

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Sacramento to San Diego departing on 7/23. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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7:26 pm - 11:06 pmSMF-SAN
3h 40m1 stop
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6:15 am - 11:06 amSAN-SMF
4h 51m1 stop
$96Spirit Airlines
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7:30 pm - 9:00 pmSMF-SAN
1h 30mnonstop
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12:00 pm - 1:45 pmSAN-SMF
1h 45mnonstop
$97Southwest
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seg, ago 4 - qua, ago 6
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4:15 pm - 8:10 pmSMF-SAN
3h 55m1 stop
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7:30 pm - 9:15 pmSAN-SMF
1h 45mnonstop
$107Southwest
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qui, ago 14 - seg, ago 18
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7:26 pm - 11:06 pmSMF-SAN
3h 40m1 stop
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1:03 pm - 5:46 pmSAN-SMF
4h 43m1 stop
qua, ago 6 - seg, ago 11
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12:01 pm - 5:55 pmSMF-SAN
5h 54m1 stop
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6:15 am - 11:06 amSAN-SMF
4h 51m1 stop
$111Spirit Airlines
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7:26 pm - 11:06 pmSMF-SAN
3h 40m1 stop
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6:15 am - 6:27 pmSAN-SMF
12h 12m1 stop
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7:26 pm - 11:06 pmSMF-SAN
3h 40m1 stop
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6:15 am - 6:27 pmSAN-SMF
12h 12m1 stop
$114Spirit Airlines
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Spirit Airlines Logo
12:01 pm - 5:55 pmSMF-SAN
5h 54m1 stop
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6:15 am - 11:06 amSAN-SMF
4h 51m1 stop
$116Spirit Airlines
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Hawaiian Airlines Logo
7:36 pm - 9:19 pmSMF-SAN
1h 43mnonstop
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9:38 am - 11:28 amSAN-SMF
1h 50mnonstop
$124Hawaiian Airlines
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7:00 am - 8:38 amSMF-SAN
1h 38mnonstop
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10:30 am - 12:19 pmSAN-SMF
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Spirit Airlines flights from Sacramento to San Diego

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Sacramento to San Diego flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Jul 15
SMF7:26 pmSacramento Intl
3h 40m
1 stop
SAN11:06 pmSan Diego
Jul 16
SAN6:15 amSan Diego
4h 51m
1 stop
SMF11:06 amSacramento Intl
Spirit Airlines
Jul 15
SMF12:01 pmSacramento Intl
5h 54m
1 stop
SAN5:55 pmSan Diego
Jul 22
SAN6:15 amSan Diego
4h 51m
1 stop
SMF11:06 amSacramento Intl
Spirit Airlines
Jul 18
SMF7:26 pmSacramento Intl
3h 40m
1 stop
SAN11:06 pmSan Diego
Jul 22
SAN6:15 amSan Diego
12h 12m
1 stop
SMF6:27 pmSacramento Intl

Southwest flights from Sacramento to San Diego

Our best Southwest deals on Sacramento to San Diego flight tickets
Southwest
Aug 4
SMF7:30 pmSacramento Intl
1h 30m
SAN9:00 pmSan Diego
Aug 6
SAN12:00 pmSan Diego
1h 45m
SMF1:45 pmSacramento Intl
Southwest
Aug 14
SMF4:15 pmSacramento Intl
3h 55m
1 stop
SAN8:10 pmSan Diego
Aug 18
SAN7:30 pmSan Diego
1h 45m
SMF9:15 pmSacramento Intl
Southwest
Sep 1
SMF5:20 amSacramento Intl
4h 05m
1 stop
SAN9:25 amSan Diego
Sep 6
SAN6:30 amSan Diego
3h 45m
1 stop
SMF10:15 amSacramento Intl

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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 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.

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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Best Price Found

$42

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 $42. The best round-trip flight deal from Sacramento to San Diego found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $96.
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)

  • 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?

  • 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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Rating
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FrontierPriceFrom $38Free CancellationRating
5.9
3,286 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $56Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,086 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $88Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,982 reviews
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Hawaiian AirlinesPriceFrom $91Free CancellationRating
7.8
2,545 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $117Free CancellationRating
8.0
10,000 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $129Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,266 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $133Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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  • 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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