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Cheap flights from San José to San Francisco from $259

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San José to San Francisco departing on 9/1. 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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United Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 10:31 pm
SJO
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SMF
15h 36m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
2:00 pm - 7:15 am
SMF
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SJO
16h 15m
1 stop
$447United Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Sep 27
United Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 10:53 am
SJO
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SMF
27h 58m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
2:00 pm - 7:15 am
SMF
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SJO
16h 15m
1 stop
$452United Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Sep 27
United Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 9:42 pm
SJO
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SMF
14h 47m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:21 pm
SMF
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SJO
29h 21m
2 stops
$457United Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Sep 27
United Airlines Logo
1:25 pm - 10:52 am
SJO
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SMF
22h 27m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 7:37 pm
SMF
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SJO
13h 37m
2 stops
$491United Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 29
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 11:57 pm
SJO
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SMF
16h 12m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:57 pm - 7:15 am
SMF
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SJO
11h 18m
1 stop
$503United Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 20
United Airlines Logo
1:25 pm - 3:01 pm
SJO
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SMF
26h 36m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
7:49 am - 12:21 pm
SMF
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SJO
27h 32m
2 stops
$507United Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 20
United Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 11:12 am
SJO
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SMF
28h 17m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
7:39 am - 7:37 pm
SMF
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SJO
10h 58m
2 stops
$510United Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 29
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 10:29 pm
SJO
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SMF
15h 44m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
8:27 pm - 8:32 am
SMF
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SJO
10h 05m
1 stop
$534United Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 15
United Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 11:57 pm
SJO
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SMF
17h 02m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:46 pm - 12:21 pm
SMF
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SJO
16h 35m
2 stops
$539United Airlines
Fri, Sep 18 - Sun, Sep 27
United Airlines Logo
9:40 am - 9:25 am
SJO
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SMF
25h 45m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
11:50 am - 6:25 am
SMF
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SJO
16h 35m
2 stops
$545United Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Feb 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
Sep 25
SJO7:55 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
15h 36m
1 stop
SMF10:31 pmSacramento Intl
Sep 27
SMF2:00 pmSacramento Intl
16h 15m
1 stop
SJO7:15 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$447
United Airlines
Sep 25
SJO7:55 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
27h 58m
2 stops
SMF10:53 amSacramento Intl
Sep 27
SMF2:00 pmSacramento Intl
16h 15m
1 stop
SJO7:15 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$452
United Airlines
Sep 25
SJO7:55 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 47m
2 stops
SMF9:42 pmSacramento Intl
Sep 27
SMF6:00 amSacramento Intl
29h 21m
2 stops
SJO12:21 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$457

American Airlines flights from San José to Sacramento

Our best American Airlines deals on San José to Sacramento flight tickets
American Airlines
Sep 16
SJO2:57 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
21h 10m
2 stops
SMF11:07 amSacramento Intl
Sep 30
SMF5:45 amSacramento Intl
31h 12m
1 stop
SJO1:57 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$552
American Airlines
Sep 16
SJO6:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
18h 34m
2 stops
SMF11:34 pmSacramento Intl
Sep 30
SMF1:01 pmSacramento Intl
23h 56m
2 stops
SJO1:57 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$554
American Airlines
Aug 27
SJO1:03 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
22h 28m
2 stops
SMF10:31 amSacramento Intl
Sep 1
SMF2:59 pmSacramento Intl
21h 53m
1 stop
SJO1:52 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$563

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to Sacramento that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated July 26, 2026.
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Cheapest round-trip

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/25

7:55 am-10:31 pm

1 stop15h 36m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/27

2:00 pm-7:15 am

1 stop16h 15m

$447

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/25

7:55 am-10:53 am

2 stops27h 58m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/27

2:00 pm-7:15 am

1 stop16h 15m

$452

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/25

7:55 am-9:42 pm

2 stops14h 47m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/27

6:00 am-12:21 pm

2 stops29h 21m

$457

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/17

1:25 pm-10:52 am

2 stops22h 27m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/29

5:00 am-7:37 pm

2 stops13h 37m

$491

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/11

8:45 am-11:57 pm

1 stop16h 12m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/20

6:57 pm-7:15 am

1 stop11h 18m

$503

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/11

1:25 pm-3:01 pm

2 stops26h 36m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/20

7:49 am-12:21 pm

2 stops27h 32m

$507

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/15

7:55 am-11:12 am

2 stops28h 17m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/29

7:39 am-7:37 pm

2 stops10h 58m

$510
Quickest round-trip

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/1

8:45 am-10:29 pm

2 stops15h 44m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 11/15

8:27 pm-8:32 am

1 stop10h 05m

$534

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/18

7:55 am-11:57 pm

2 stops17h 02m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/27

6:46 pm-12:21 pm

2 stops16h 35m

$539

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 12/4

9:40 am-9:25 am

1 stop25h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 2/5

11:50 am-6:25 am

2 stops16h 35m

$545

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San José to Sacramento

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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 $398 to $627.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $447.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Sacramento?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sacramento from San José, with most prices found around $238. If you are unable to visit Sacramento during the month of January, then departing from San José during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $332.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sacramento from San José when booking week ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sacramento for around $471 when searching week 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 $322 on momondo.

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

As of July 2026, prices for San José to Sacramento flights are approximately 51% cheaper 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

10h 19m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San José to Sacramento takes 10h 19m
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 10h 19m, 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
10,040 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $237Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,844 reviews
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