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Cheap flights from San José to San Francisco from $252

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8:45 am - 9:42 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
13h 57m1 stop San Francisco
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2:15 pm - 7:32 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 17m1 stop San Francisco
$498United Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Oct 25
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6:40 am - 9:50 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
29h 10m1 stop Los Angeles
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6:45 pm - 12:15 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
39h 30m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl
$500United Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Wed, Jan 6
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12:35 pm - 9:39 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
23h 04m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco
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6:45 pm - 12:15 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
39h 30m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl
$500United Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Wed, Jan 6
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1:25 pm - 10:29 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 04m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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2:15 pm - 10:25 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 10m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl
$502United Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Oct 25
American Airlines Logo
2:57 pm - 10:18 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
21h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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2:51 pm - 1:57 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
21h 06m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$507American Airlines
Fri, Jan 15 - Sun, Jan 24
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2:57 pm - 10:18 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
21h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
2:51 pm - 1:57 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
21h 06m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$508American Airlines
Fri, Jan 15 - Sun, Jan 24
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2:57 pm - 10:18 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
21h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:13 pm - 12:30 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 17m2 stops Los Angeles Charlotte Douglas
$512American Airlines
Fri, Jan 15 - Sun, Jan 24
Delta Logo
1:25 pm - 6:12 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
29h 47m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles
Delta Logo
9:18 am - 12:00 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
25h 42m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$556Delta
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
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3:54 pm - 9:32 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
19h 38m2 stops Miami Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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2:49 pm - 2:49 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
22h 00m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Miami
$557GOL
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Dec 8
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2:25 pm - 10:30 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 05m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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3:45 pm - 12:15 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
18h 30m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$575Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Tue, Jan 5

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United Airlines flights from San José to Sacramento

Our best United Airlines deals on San José to Sacramento flight tickets
United Airlines
Oct 22
SJO8:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
13h 57m
1 stop
SMF9:42 pmSacramento Intl
Oct 25
SMF2:15 pmSacramento Intl
16h 17m
1 stop
SJO7:32 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$498
United Airlines
Dec 23
SJO6:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
29h 10m
1 stop
SMF9:50 amSacramento Intl
Jan 6
SMF6:45 pmSacramento Intl
39h 30m
2 stops
SJO12:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$500
United Airlines
Oct 22
SJO8:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
13h 57m
1 stop
SMF9:42 pmSacramento Intl
Oct 25
SMF7:40 pmSacramento Intl
22h 59m
2 stops
SJO7:39 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$502

American Airlines flights from San José to Sacramento

Our best American Airlines deals on San José to Sacramento flight tickets
American Airlines
Jan 15
SJO2:57 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
21h 21m
1 stop
SMF10:18 amSacramento Intl
Jan 24
SMF2:51 pmSacramento Intl
21h 06m
1 stop
SJO1:57 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$507
American Airlines
Jan 15
SJO2:57 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
21h 21m
1 stop
SMF10:18 amSacramento Intl
Jan 24
SMF2:51 pmSacramento Intl
21h 06m
1 stop
SJO1:57 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$508
American Airlines
Jan 15
SJO2:57 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
21h 21m
1 stop
SMF10:18 amSacramento Intl
Jan 24
SMF6:13 pmSacramento Intl
16h 17m
2 stops
SJO12:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$512

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San JoséSacramento

SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - SMF Sacramento Intl

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/22

8:45 am-9:42 pm

1 stop13h 57m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 10/25

2:15 pm-7:32 am

1 stop16h 17m

$498

San JoséSacramento

SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - SMF Sacramento Intl

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/23

6:40 am-9:50 am

1 stop29h 10m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/6

6:45 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops39h 30m

$500

San JoséSacramento

SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - SMF Sacramento Intl

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/23

12:35 pm-9:39 am

2 stops23h 04m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/6

6:45 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops39h 30m

$500

San JoséSacramento

SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - SMF Sacramento Intl

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/22

1:25 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop10h 04m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 10/25

2:15 pm-10:25 am

2 stops19h 10m

$502

San JoséSacramento

SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - SMF Sacramento Intl

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/15

2:57 pm-10:18 am

1 stop21h 21m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 1/24

2:51 pm-1:57 pm

1 stop21h 06m

$507

San JoséSacramento

SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - SMF Sacramento Intl

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/15

2:57 pm-10:18 am

1 stop21h 21m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 1/24

2:51 pm-1:57 pm

1 stop21h 06m

$508

San JoséSacramento

SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - SMF Sacramento Intl

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/15

2:57 pm-10:18 am

1 stop21h 21m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 1/24

6:13 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops16h 17m

$512

San JoséSacramento

SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - SMF Sacramento Intl

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/20

1:25 pm-6:12 pm

2 stops29h 47m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/27

9:18 am-12:00 pm

2 stops25h 42m

$556

San JoséSacramento

SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - SMF Sacramento Intl

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/17

3:54 pm-9:32 am

2 stops19h 38m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 12/8

2:49 pm-2:49 pm

2 stops22h 00m

$557
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San JoséSacramento

SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - SMF Sacramento Intl

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/24

2:25 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop10h 05m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 1/5

3:45 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops18h 30m

$575

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

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $471 to $687.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $498.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Sacramento?

The month of April is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sacramento from San José, with most prices found around $408. If you are unable to visit Sacramento during the month of April, then departing from San José during the month July is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $416.

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

As of September 2026, prices for San José to Sacramento flights are approximately 21% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San José to Sacramento

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Best Price Found

$252

Fastest flight time

12h 00m

Direct flights

None
The best one-way flight to Sacramento from San José in the past 72 hours is $252. The best round-trip flight deal from San José to Sacramento found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $498.
The fastest flight from San José to Sacramento takes 12h 00m
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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Frequently asked questions about flying from San José to Sacramento

  • 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 00m, 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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Rating
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $237Free CancellationRating
7.1
12,039 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $237Free CancellationRating
7.4
10,173 reviews
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