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Cheap flights from Sacramento to San Francisco from $87

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5:14 pm - 10:41 am
SMF
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SFO
17h 27m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:48 pm - 7:31 pm
SFO
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SMF
22h 43m
1 stop
$126Frontier
Tue, May 12 - Tue, Jun 2
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8:16 pm - 7:43 pm
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SFO
23h 27m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:48 pm - 7:31 pm
SFO
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SMF
22h 43m
1 stop
$145Frontier
Tue, May 12 - Wed, May 27
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8:16 pm - 2:41 pm
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SFO
18h 25m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:48 pm - 7:31 pm
SFO
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SMF
22h 43m
1 stop
$171Multiple Airlines
Tue, May 12 - Tue, Jun 2
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8:16 pm - 5:57 pm
SMF
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SFO
21h 41m
2 stops
Frontier Logo
8:48 pm - 7:31 pm
SFO
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SMF
22h 43m
1 stop
$193Frontier
Sat, May 23 - Sat, May 30
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8:16 pm - 7:43 pm
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SFO
23h 27m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:44 pm - 4:27 pm
SFO
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SMF
19h 43m
1 stop
$197Frontier
Tue, May 19 - Tue, May 26
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8:16 pm - 6:21 pm
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SFO
22h 05m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:15 am - 4:19 pm
SFO
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SMF
7h 04m
1 stop
$200Frontier
Wed, May 13 - Sat, May 16
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8:16 pm - 7:43 pm
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SFO
23h 27m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:48 pm - 7:31 pm
SFO
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SMF
22h 43m
1 stop
$211Frontier
Tue, May 19 - Tue, May 26
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8:16 pm - 7:43 pm
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SFO
23h 27m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:48 pm - 4:27 pm
SFO
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SMF
19h 39m
2 stops
$220Multiple Airlines
Tue, May 12 - Wed, May 27
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8:16 pm - 9:04 pm
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SFO
24h 48m
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8:48 pm - 7:31 pm
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22h 43m
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$222Frontier
Sat, May 23 - Sat, May 30
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8:16 pm - 7:49 pm
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SFO
23h 33m
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8:48 pm - 7:31 pm
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22h 43m
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$223Multiple Airlines
Wed, May 20 - Wed, May 27

Southwest flights from Sacramento to San Francisco

Our best Southwest deals on Sacramento to San Francisco flight tickets
Southwest
Aug 22
SMF5:15 amSacramento Intl
6h 20m
2 stops
SFO11:35 amSan Francisco
Aug 25
SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco
4h 35m
1 stop
SMF9:15 pmSacramento Intl
$256
Southwest
Aug 18
SMF3:30 pmSacramento Intl
3h 10m
1 stop
SFO6:40 pmSan Francisco
Aug 21
SFO6:00 amSan Francisco
4h 40m
1 stop
SMF10:40 amSacramento Intl
$282
Southwest
May 19
SMF10:40 amSacramento Intl
4h 40m
1 stop
SFO3:20 pmSan Francisco
May 26
SFO8:20 amSan Francisco
6h 05m
1 stop
SMF2:25 pmSacramento Intl
$288

Frontier flights from Sacramento to San Francisco

Our best Frontier deals on Sacramento to San Francisco flight tickets
Frontier
May 12
SMF5:14 pmSacramento Intl
17h 27m
1 stop
SFO10:41 amSan Francisco
Jun 2
SFO8:48 pmSan Francisco
22h 43m
1 stop
SMF7:31 pmSacramento Intl
$126
Frontier
May 12
SMF8:16 pmSacramento Intl
23h 27m
1 stop
SFO7:43 pmSan Francisco
May 27
SFO8:48 pmSan Francisco
22h 43m
1 stop
SMF7:31 pmSacramento Intl
$145
Frontier
May 23
SMF8:16 pmSacramento Intl
21h 41m
2 stops
SFO5:57 pmSan Francisco
May 30
SFO8:48 pmSan Francisco
22h 43m
1 stop
SMF7:31 pmSacramento Intl
$193

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SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/12

5:14 pm-10:41 am

1 stop17h 27m

San Francisco

Tue 6/2

8:48 pm-7:31 pm

1 stop22h 43m

$126

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/12

8:16 pm-7:43 pm

1 stop23h 27m

San Francisco

Wed 5/27

8:48 pm-7:31 pm

1 stop22h 43m

$145

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/12

8:16 pm-2:41 pm

2 stops18h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 6/2

8:48 pm-7:31 pm

1 stop22h 43m

$171

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/23

8:16 pm-5:57 pm

2 stops21h 41m

San Francisco

Sat 5/30

8:48 pm-7:31 pm

1 stop22h 43m

$193

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/19

8:16 pm-7:43 pm

1 stop23h 27m

San Francisco

Tue 5/26

8:44 pm-4:27 pm

1 stop19h 43m

$197
Quickest round-trip

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/13

8:16 pm-6:21 pm

1 stop22h 05m

San Francisco

Sat 5/16

9:15 am-4:19 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$200

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/19

8:16 pm-7:43 pm

1 stop23h 27m

San Francisco

Tue 5/26

8:48 pm-7:31 pm

1 stop22h 43m

$211

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/12

8:16 pm-7:43 pm

1 stop23h 27m

San Francisco

Wed 5/27

8:48 pm-4:27 pm

2 stops19h 39m

$220

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/23

8:16 pm-9:04 pm

1 stop24h 48m

San Francisco

Sat 5/30

8:48 pm-7:31 pm

1 stop22h 43m

$222

SacramentoSan Francisco

SMF - SFO

SMFSFO

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/20

8:16 pm-7:49 pm

2 stops23h 33m

San Francisco

Wed 5/27

8:48 pm-7:31 pm

1 stop22h 43m

$223

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of July, then flying in September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $239.

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

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Sacramento to San Francisco 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 Francisco flights?

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

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

As of April 2026, prices for Sacramento to San Francisco flights are approximately 53% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Cheap Sacramento to San Francisco (SMF to SFO) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$235

Fastest flight time

0h 52m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Francisco

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Francisco from Sacramento in the past 72 hours is $235. The best round-trip flight deal from Sacramento to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $528.
The fastest flight from Sacramento to San Francisco takes 0h 52m
Direct flights go from Sacramento to San Francisco every day.
There is 1 airport in San Francisco. From Sacramento there are direct flights to San Francisco (SFO).
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Sacramento to San Francisco

  • How far is Sacramento Intl to San Francisco by plane?

    Sacramento Intl and San Francisco are 74.1 mi apart from one another. Typically, this will take 0h 52m by plane in normal conditions.

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

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

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Sacramento Intl Airport to San Francisco 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 Francisco Airport.

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your San Francisco Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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

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

Best airlines flying from Sacramento to San Francisco

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
United AirlinesPriceFrom $179Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,643 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From Sacramento to San Francisco

    United Airlines flight deals from Sacramento to San Francisco start from $179 round-trip. Over the 28 United Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $281 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

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Yes. All flights to San Francisco from Sacramento on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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