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Cheap flights from San José to San Francisco from $159

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United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 12:50 pm
SJO
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SMF
32h 20m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
3:53 pm - 7:15 am
SMF
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SJO
14h 22m
1 stop
$260United Airlines
Tue, Mar 10 - Thu, Apr 16
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1:20 pm - 9:36 am
SJO
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SMF
21h 16m
2 stops
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4:00 pm - 7:39 pm
SMF
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SJO
26h 39m
2 stops
$271United Airlines
Mon, Mar 9 - Tue, Mar 17
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8:40 am - 10:30 pm
SJO
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SMF
14h 50m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
4:00 pm - 9:32 pm
SMF
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SJO
28h 32m
2 stops
$282United Airlines
Thu, Mar 12 - Tue, Mar 17
United Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 9:25 am
SJO
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SMF
26h 30m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
2:23 pm - 5:30 am
SMF
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SJO
14h 07m
2 stops
$285United Airlines
Fri, May 1 - Sat, May 9
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8:45 am - 9:47 am
SJO
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SMF
26h 02m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
2:23 pm - 7:15 am
SMF
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SJO
15h 52m
1 stop
$291United Airlines
Fri, May 1 - Sat, May 9
United Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 9:25 am
SJO
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SMF
26h 30m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
2:23 pm - 5:30 am
SMF
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SJO
14h 07m
2 stops
$296United Airlines
Fri, May 1 - Sat, May 9
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 9:47 am
SJO
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SMF
26h 02m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:36 pm - 5:30 am
SMF
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SJO
9h 54m
1 stop
$302United Airlines
Fri, May 1 - Sat, May 9
United Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 9:36 am
SJO
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SMF
23h 01m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
5:15 am - 7:37 pm
SMF
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SJO
13h 22m
1 stop
$304United Airlines
Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Apr 8
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11:13 am - 9:25 am
SJO
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SMF
23h 12m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 pm - 5:30 am
SMF
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SJO
9h 30m
1 stop
$308Multiple Airlines
Tue, Aug 4 - Sat, Aug 8
United Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 9:36 am
SJO
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SMF
23h 01m
2 stops
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11:18 am - 7:15 am
SMF
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SJO
18h 57m
1 stop
$315United Airlines
Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Apr 8

United Airlines flights from San José to Sacramento

Our best United Airlines deals on San José to Sacramento flight tickets
United Airlines
Mar 10
SJO5:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
32h 20m
1 stop
SMF12:50 pmSacramento Intl
Apr 16
SMF3:53 pmSacramento Intl
14h 22m
1 stop
SJO7:15 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$260
United Airlines
Mar 9
SJO1:20 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
21h 16m
2 stops
SMF9:36 amSacramento Intl
Mar 15
SMF7:31 amSacramento Intl
23h 01m
1 stop
SJO7:32 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$271
United Airlines
Mar 12
SJO8:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 50m
1 stop
SMF10:30 pmSacramento Intl
Mar 17
SMF4:00 pmSacramento Intl
28h 32m
2 stops
SJO9:32 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$282

American Airlines flights from San José to Sacramento

Our best American Airlines deals on San José to Sacramento flight tickets
American Airlines
Mar 4
SJO7:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
18h 15m
2 stops
SMF11:15 pmSacramento Intl
Apr 8
SMF7:00 amSacramento Intl
13h 36m
2 stops
SJO9:36 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$337
American Airlines
Mar 3
SJO3:59 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
20h 42m
2 stops
SMF10:41 amSacramento Intl
Mar 18
SMF8:20 amSacramento Intl
12h 23m
1 stop
SJO9:43 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$372
American Airlines
Mar 4
SJO7:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
18h 15m
2 stops
SMF11:15 pmSacramento Intl
Apr 8
SMF11:38 amSacramento Intl
8h 58m
1 stop
SJO9:36 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$378

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San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/10

5:30 am-12:50 pm

1 stop32h 20m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 4/16

3:53 pm-7:15 am

1 stop14h 22m

$260

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/9

1:20 pm-9:36 am

2 stops21h 16m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/17

4:00 pm-7:39 pm

2 stops26h 39m

$271

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/12

8:40 am-10:30 pm

1 stop14h 50m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/17

4:00 pm-9:32 pm

2 stops28h 32m

$282

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/1

7:55 am-9:25 am

2 stops26h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/9

2:23 pm-5:30 am

2 stops14h 07m

$285

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/1

8:45 am-9:47 am

1 stop26h 02m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/9

2:23 pm-7:15 am

1 stop15h 52m

$291

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/1

7:55 am-9:25 am

2 stops26h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/9

2:23 pm-5:30 am

2 stops14h 07m

$296

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/1

8:45 am-9:47 am

1 stop26h 02m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/9

6:36 pm-5:30 am

1 stop9h 54m

$302

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/4

12:35 pm-9:36 am

2 stops23h 01m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/8

5:15 am-7:37 pm

1 stop13h 22m

$304

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/4

11:13 am-9:25 am

2 stops23h 12m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 8/8

7:00 pm-5:30 am

1 stop9h 30m

$308

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/4

12:35 pm-9:36 am

2 stops23h 01m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/8

11:18 am-7:15 am

1 stop18h 57m

$315

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San José and Sacramento?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Sacramento?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sacramento from San José, with most prices found around $224. If you are unable to visit Sacramento during the month of August, then departing from San José during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $238.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Sacramento?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sacramento from San José when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sacramento for around $391 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Sacramento from San José for as low as $259 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on San José to Sacramento flights?

You could potentially save up to 7% on your flight if you consider stops on a San José to Sacramento flight.

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

As of February 2026, prices for San José to Sacramento flights are approximately 7% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San José to Sacramento

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San José to Sacramento according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap San José to Sacramento (SJO to SMF) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

12h 21m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San José to Sacramento takes 12h 21m
There are no direct flights from San José to Sacramento. There are no popular flight routes from San José to Sacramento.
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  • How far is San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Sacramento Intl by plane?

    The straight-line distance from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Sacramento Intl is 3038.3 mi. Flights usually cover this in 12h 21m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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

    Prices for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Sacramento Intl Airport refresh daily.

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

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Sacramento Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Sacramento Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sacramento Intl Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Sacramento Intl 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 Sacramento Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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

Best airlines flying from San José to Sacramento

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
United AirlinesPriceFrom $216Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,274 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $288Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,266 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $407Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,180 reviews
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