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Cheap flights from Sacramento to San Diego from $49

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Hawaiian Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 8:31 amSMF-SAN
1h 31mnonstop
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
9:19 pm - 10:59 pmSAN-SMF
1h 40mnonstop
$110Hawaiian Airlines
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sáb., dic. 6 - lun., dic. 8
Southwest Logo
3:30 pm - 5:00 pmSMF-SAN
1h 30mnonstop
Southwest Logo
9:40 am - 3:25 pmSAN-SMF
5h 45m2 stops
$112Southwest
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mié., ene. 14 - mar., ene. 20
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:39 pm - 9:19 pmSMF-SAN
1h 40mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 12:22 pmSAN-SMF
1h 52mnonstop
$116Alaska Airlines
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sáb., ene. 24 - vie., ene. 30
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 8:33 amSMF-SAN
1h 33mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:20 am - 10:02 amSAN-SMF
1h 42mnonstop
$117Alaska Airlines
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sáb., feb. 7 - dom., feb. 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 7:15 pmSMF-SAN
6h 40m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:19 pm - 10:59 pmSAN-SMF
1h 40mnonstop
$119Multiple Airlines
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lun., dic. 15 - mar., dic. 16
Frontier Logo
5:32 pm - 7:15 pmSMF-SAN
25h 43m1 stop
Frontier Logo
1:18 pm - 1:44 pmSAN-SMF
24h 26m1 stop
$128Frontier
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jue., ene. 8 - sáb., ene. 10
Frontier Logo
12:05 pm - 12:01 amSMF-SAN
11h 56m1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:25 am - 1:44 pmSAN-SMF
7h 19m1 stop
$138Frontier
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vie., ene. 9 - dom., ene. 11
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:03 pm - 6:38 pmSMF-SAN
1h 35mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:33 pm - 6:46 pmSAN-SMF
5h 13m1 stop
$143Multiple Airlines
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jue., dic. 4 - vie., dic. 12
Delta Logo
9:35 am - 3:04 pmSMF-SAN
5h 29m1 stop
Delta Logo
6:30 am - 10:33 amSAN-SMF
4h 03m1 stop
$157Delta
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jue., ene. 22 - sáb., ene. 31
Delta Logo
9:35 am - 3:04 pmSMF-SAN
5h 29m1 stop
Delta Logo
7:01 pm - 11:45 pmSAN-SMF
4h 44m1 stop
$174Delta
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sáb., feb. 7 - mar., feb. 17

Hawaiian Airlines flights from Sacramento to San Diego

Our best Hawaiian Airlines deals on Sacramento to San Diego flight tickets
Hawaiian Airlines
Dec 6
SMF7:00 amSacramento Intl
1h 31m
SAN8:31 amSan Diego
Dec 8
SAN9:19 pmSan Diego
1h 40m
SMF10:59 pmSacramento Intl
$110
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Hawaiian Airlines
Feb 19
SMF5:40 pmSacramento Intl
1h 32m
SAN7:12 pmSan Diego
Feb 22
SAN10:30 amSan Diego
1h 42m
SMF12:12 pmSacramento Intl
$155
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Southwest flights from Sacramento to San Diego

Our best Southwest deals on Sacramento to San Diego flight tickets
Southwest
Jan 14
SMF3:30 pmSacramento Intl
1h 30m
SAN5:00 pmSan Diego
Jan 20
SAN9:40 amSan Diego
5h 45m
2 stops
SMF3:25 pmSacramento Intl
$112
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Southwest
Jan 14
SMF12:15 pmSacramento Intl
4h 40m
1 stop
SAN4:55 pmSan Diego
Jan 20
SAN6:50 amSan Diego
6h 25m
2 stops
SMF1:15 pmSacramento Intl
$122
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Southwest
Dec 6
SMF11:00 amSacramento Intl
6h 55m
1 stop
SAN5:55 pmSan Diego
Dec 8
SAN12:30 pmSan Diego
1h 45m
SMF2:15 pmSacramento Intl
$127
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Return

Price

SacramentoSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

sáb. 12/6

7:00 am-8:31 am

Nonstop1h 31m

San Diego

lun. 12/8

9:19 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$110

SacramentoSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

mié. 1/14

3:30 pm-5:00 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

San Diego

mar. 1/20

9:40 am-3:25 pm

2 stops5h 45m

$112

SacramentoSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

sáb. 1/24

7:39 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

San Diego

vie. 1/30

10:30 am-12:22 pm

Nonstop1h 52m

$116

SacramentoSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

sáb. 2/7

7:00 am-8:33 am

Nonstop1h 33m

San Diego

dom. 2/15

8:20 am-10:02 am

Nonstop1h 42m

$117

SacramentoSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

lun. 12/15

12:35 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop6h 40m

San Diego

mar. 12/16

9:19 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$119

SacramentoSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

jue. 1/8

5:32 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop25h 43m

San Diego

sáb. 1/10

1:18 pm-1:44 pm

1 stop24h 26m

$128

SacramentoSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

vie. 1/9

12:05 pm-12:01 am

1 stop11h 56m

San Diego

dom. 1/11

6:25 am-1:44 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$138

SacramentoSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

jue. 12/4

5:03 pm-6:38 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

San Diego

vie. 12/12

1:33 pm-6:46 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$143

SacramentoSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

jue. 1/22

9:35 am-3:04 pm

1 stop5h 29m

San Diego

sáb. 1/31

6:30 am-10:33 am

1 stop4h 03m

$157

SacramentoSan Diego

SMF - SAN

SMFSAN

Sacramento Intl

sáb. 2/7

9:35 am-3:04 pm

1 stop5h 29m

San Diego

mar. 2/17

7:01 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop4h 44m

$174

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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 $174.

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 $201 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 $170 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 31% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found

$127

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 $127. The best round-trip flight deal from Sacramento to San Diego found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $186.
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?

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Best airlines flying from Sacramento to San Diego

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
FrontierPriceFrom $37Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,116 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $75Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,113 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $88Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,002 reviews
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Hawaiian AirlinesPriceFrom $91Free CancellationRating
7.8
2,799 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $106Free CancellationRating
8.0
11,237 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $119Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,237 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $227Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,038 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 11,237 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, 4,237 ratings). Southwest flies from Sacramento to San Diego around 30 times per week, with deals starting from $119 round-trip and rising to an average price of around $226.

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