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Cheap flights from San José to San Francisco from $143

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United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 9:54 pm
SJO
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SMF
15h 09m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 12:56 pm
SMF
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SJO
26h 11m2 stops
$238United Airlines
Fri, Feb 6 - Wed, Feb 18
United Airlines Logo
9:40 am - 9:54 pm
SJO
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SMF
14h 14m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:15 am - 8:39 pm
SMF
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SJO
13h 24m1 stop
$247United Airlines
Thu, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 2
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 9:54 pm
SJO
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SMF
17h 24m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
5:15 am - 8:39 pm
SMF
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SJO
13h 24m1 stop
$251United Airlines
Thu, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 2
American Airlines Logo
1:45 pm - 12:12 am
SJO
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SMF
11h 27m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
11:59 pm - 9:55 pm
SMF
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SJO
20h 56m1 stop
$252American Airlines
Thu, Apr 23 - Wed, Apr 29
United Airlines Logo
9:40 am - 7:36 pm
SJO
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SMF
11h 56m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 12:56 pm
SMF
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SJO
42h 21m2 stops
$257United Airlines
Tue, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 31
United Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 10:32 am
SJO
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SMF
27h 37m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:21 pm
SMF
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SJO
29h 21m2 stops
$285United Airlines
Thu, Apr 30 - Sun, May 3
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 5:52 pm
SJO
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SMF
13h 22m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
2:25 pm - 8:32 am
SMF
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SJO
16h 07m1 stop
$299United Airlines
Thu, Dec 25 - Thu, Jan 8
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 10:24 am
SJO
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SMF
29h 54m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 12:56 pm
SMF
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SJO
42h 21m2 stops
$304United Airlines
Tue, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 31
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 9:54 pm
SJO
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SMF
17h 24m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
2:25 pm - 12:56 pm
SMF
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SJO
20h 31m2 stops
$323United Airlines
Fri, Jan 23 - Fri, Jan 30
United Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 8:43 pm
SJO
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SMF
16h 03m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
2:25 pm - 8:32 am
SMF
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SJO
16h 07m1 stop
$332United Airlines
Thu, Dec 25 - Thu, Jan 8

American Airlines flights from San José to Sacramento

Our best American Airlines deals on San José to Sacramento flight tickets
American Airlines
Feb 12
SJO3:04 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
11h 41m
1 stop
SMF12:45 amSacramento Intl
Feb 21
SMF4:56 pmSacramento Intl
15h 29m
2 stops
SJO10:25 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$337
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American Airlines
Feb 12
SJO3:04 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
11h 41m
1 stop
SMF12:45 amSacramento Intl
Feb 21
SMF2:34 pmSacramento Intl
22h 09m
1 stop
SJO2:43 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$342
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American Airlines
Feb 12
SJO11:25 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
15h 20m
2 stops
SMF12:45 amSacramento Intl
Feb 22
SMF10:29 pmSacramento Intl
11h 54m
2 stops
SJO12:23 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$363
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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
Jan 29
SJO8:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
15h 08m
2 stops
SMF9:53 pmSacramento Intl
Jan 31
SMF4:35 pmSacramento Intl
42h 21m
2 stops
SJO12:56 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$238
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United Airlines
Jan 29
SJO9:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 14m
1 stop
SMF9:54 pmSacramento Intl
Feb 2
SMF8:30 pmSacramento Intl
10h 02m
1 stop
SJO8:32 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$247
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United Airlines
Jan 29
SJO8:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
15h 09m
2 stops
SMF9:54 pmSacramento Intl
Feb 2
SMF5:15 amSacramento Intl
13h 24m
1 stop
SJO8:39 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$251
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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 December 11, 2025.
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San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/6

8:45 am-9:54 pm

2 stops15h 09m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/18

8:45 am-12:56 pm

2 stops26h 11m

$238

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/29

9:40 am-9:54 pm

1 stop14h 14m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/2

5:15 am-8:39 pm

1 stop13h 24m

$247

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/29

6:30 am-9:54 pm

2 stops17h 24m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/2

5:15 am-8:39 pm

1 stop13h 24m

$251

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/23

1:45 pm-12:12 am

1 stop11h 27m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/29

11:59 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop20h 56m

$252

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/27

9:40 am-7:36 pm

1 stop11h 56m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/31

4:35 pm-12:56 pm

2 stops42h 21m

$257

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/30

7:55 am-10:32 am

2 stops27h 37m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/3

6:00 am-12:21 pm

2 stops29h 21m

$285

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/25

6:30 am-5:52 pm

2 stops13h 22m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/8

2:25 pm-8:32 am

1 stop16h 07m

$299

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/27

6:30 am-10:24 am

2 stops29h 54m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/31

4:35 pm-12:56 pm

2 stops42h 21m

$304

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/23

6:30 am-9:54 pm

2 stops17h 24m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 1/30

2:25 pm-12:56 pm

2 stops20h 31m

$323

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/25

6:40 am-8:43 pm

1 stop16h 03m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/8

2:25 pm-8:32 am

1 stop16h 07m

$332

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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 July is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $330.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Sacramento?

The cheapest day to depart from San José to Sacramento is on a Saturday when prices can be found for as low as $411. Flights from San José to Sacramento on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $657. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Sacramento?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Sacramento is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from San José to Sacramento in the morning for as low as $515. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $529. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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 $410 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 $240 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 December 2025, prices for San José to Sacramento flights are approximately 34% 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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Fastest flight time

11h 56m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San José to Sacramento takes 11h 56m
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 11h 56m, 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
Free Cancellation
Price
United AirlinesPriceFrom $216Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,095 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $288Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,050 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $407Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,007 reviews
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