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Find cheap flights from San Francisco to Sacramento from $75

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Sacramento departing on 4/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to Sacramento, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Sacramento

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Sacramento that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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9:25 pm - 7:13 amSFO-SMF
9h 48m1 stop
8:05 am - 5:29 pmSMF-SFO
9h 24m1 stop
Tue, Apr 30 - Tue, May 7
10:40 pm - 7:13 amSFO-SMF
8h 33m1 stop
9:10 am - 5:41 pmSMF-SFO
8h 31m1 stop
Thu, Apr 25 - Sat, May 4
8:25 am - 9:22 amSFO-SMF
0h 57mnonstop
5:45 pm - 6:52 pmSMF-SFO
1h 07mnonstop
$159United Airlines
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Thu, Apr 25 - Thu, May 2
8:25 am - 9:22 amSFO-SMF
0h 57mnonstop
5:53 pm - 7:00 pmSMF-SFO
1h 07mnonstop
$169United Airlines
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Fri, Apr 12 - Mon, Apr 15
5:55 pm - 10:02 amSFO-SMF
16h 07m1 stop
8:05 pm - 8:02 amSMF-SFO
11h 57m1 stop
$223Alaska Airlines
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Mon, May 6 - Tue, May 7
7:40 am - 10:02 amSFO-SMF
26h 22m1 stop
8:05 pm - 8:02 amSMF-SFO
11h 57m1 stop
$252Alaska Airlines
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Mon, Apr 22 - Mon, Apr 29
6:00 am - 1:16 pmSFO-SMF
7h 16m1 stop
6:00 am - 2:51 pmSMF-SFO
8h 51m1 stop
$352Delta
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Wed, May 15 - Tue, May 28
6:00 am - 4:28 pmSFO-SMF
10h 28m1 stop
11:58 am - 9:37 pmSMF-SFO
9h 39m1 stop
$514American Airlines
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Thu, Apr 11 - Sun, Apr 14
8:20 am - 6:57 pmSFO-SMF
10h 37m1 stop
6:13 pm - 7:25 amSMF-SFO
13h 12m1 stop
$578Delta
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Thu, May 16 - Sat, Jun 1
12:54 am - 10:06 amSFO-SMF
9h 12m1 stop
6:00 am - 3:55 pmSMF-SFO
9h 55m1 stop
$983American Airlines
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Wed, Sep 11 - Thu, Sep 19

Flights from San Francisco to Sacramento - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Sacramento to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Sacramento?

The average price of all flights from San Francisco to Sacramento clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Sacramento on a Saturday and more expensive on a Wednesday. On your return trip to San Francisco, you should consider flying back on a Saturday, and avoid Mondays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Sacramento?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from San Francisco to Sacramento, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Sacramento is July, where tickets cost $174 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and February, where the average cost of tickets is $399 and $328 respectively.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Sacramento?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the last 3 days, Alaska Airlines offered the best one-way deal for that route, at $97. KAYAK users also found San Francisco to Sacramento round-trip flights on United Airlines from $159 and on Alaska Airlines from $223.

Which airlines fly non-stop between San Francisco and Sacramento?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from San Francisco to Sacramento.
There is just one airline that flies from San Francisco to Sacramento direct and that is United Airlines. The best one-way deal found from United Airlines for the route is $138.

How many flights are there between San Francisco and Sacramento per day?

Each day, there are 2 nonstop flights that take off from San Francisco and land in Sacramento, with an average flight time of 0h 58m. The most common departure time is 4:00 pm and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 14 flights and there are the same amount of flights each day 2.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between San Francisco and Sacramento?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from San Francisco to Sacramento take?

The duration of a nonstop flight to Sacramento from San Francisco is typically 0h 51m. The journey crosses a distance of 86 miles.

What’s the earliest departure time from San Francisco to Sacramento?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from San Francisco at 8:25 am and will be landing in Sacramento at 9:21 am.

What’s the latest departure time from San Francisco to Sacramento?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from San Francisco to Sacramento jets off at 4:10 pm and lands at 5:10 pm.

Good to know

Low season

February

High season

October

Cheapest flight

$75
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 27% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 20% lower on average.
Flight from San Francisco to Sacramento

When to book flights from San Francisco to Sacramento

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Sacramento based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Sacramento

  • Which airline offers a sustainable cheap flight from San Francisco to Sacramento?

    If you want to leave a small carbon footprint as you fly from San Francisco to Sacramento, consider Alaska, an airline that is often cited as being one of the most sustainable in the sky today. Alaska, the most fuel-efficient airline in the US, is making successful strides towards achieving net-zero carbon emissions, reduces waste, recycles, and supports environmental projects around the globe.

  • Where can I rent a car at Sacramento International Airport (SMF)?

    The Rental Car Terminal at SMF is situated in a separate facility that passengers can easily access via a free shuttle that leaves from the arrivals curb approximately every 10 minutes. If you need any add-ons with your rental car, such as a child safety seat or navigation device, mention it when you make your reservation to ensure that the agency has what you need when you arrive to pick up your vehicle.

  • Does San Francisco International Airport (SFO) have exclusive lounges where an economy passenger can wait?

    In Terminal 1, you can pay the door in order to wait at the American Airlines Admirals Club or the Delta Sky Club if you have a ticket for that particular airline. In T3 and the International Terminal, you can access the United Club with a United ticket and an entrance fee. Any ticketed passenger can show a prepaid lounge pass in order to access the Air France-KLM Lounge or the China Airlines Lounge in the International Terminal.

  • Which flights from San Francisco to Sacramento allow luggage on an economy ticket?

    If you purchase an Economy ticket aboard a non-stop flight on United from SFO to SMF, you'll be allowed to bring one carry-on. While the carry-on has no weight restrictions, it must be within 22 x 14 x 9 inches. If you opt to pay to add a checked bag, it must be within 50 lb and 62 inches in total dimensions.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Sacramento?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Sacramento was $75 for a one-way ticket and $119 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Francisco and Sacramento?

    No

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Francisco to Sacramento?

    On your way to Sacramento, you’ll fly out from San Francisco. You’ll be landing at Sacramento Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco to Sacramento?

    JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to Sacramento flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Sacramento?

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Sacramento flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Sacramento?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between San Francisco and Sacramento.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Francisco to Sacramento?

    There are nonstop flights from San Francisco to Sacramento on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Sacramento?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Sacramento.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Sacramento?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Sacramento from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Sacramento?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Sacramento with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and SMF can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Sacramento?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Sacramento from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from SFO to Sacramento

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $219 or less one-way and $204 or less round-trip.
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is a hub for United, Alaska, SkyWest, and other airlines. Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is a hub for West Air. Some of the cheapest flights from SFO to SMF are on United or Alaska, and/or operated by SkyWest.
  • Since a United non-stop flight from SFO to SMF is so cheap, you might consider treating yourself to a Business/First Class ticket. Benefits include a contoured leather seat with more recline and legroom, priority boarding and deplaning, a power outlet at your seat, and access to the exclusive United Club Lounge at SFO before departure.
  • Some of the cheapest tickets from SFO to SMF require a self-transfer. While this kind of ticket can be an excellent bargain, before you purchase it, make sure the ticket gives you enough connection time to deplane, collect any checked baggage, possibly get to a different terminal for the next leg of your flight, and check in and go through security again.
  • If you need to send your child to fly alone from San Francisco to Sacramento, a non-stop flight aboard United is a good option. Its cheap price gives you more room to afford the Unaccompanied Minor Service fee. You must purchase the service for kids 5 through 14, while it is optional for kids 15 to 17.
  • A flight aboard United from SFO to SMF offers economy passengers a comfortable seat. You can enjoy 31 inches of seat pitch, streaming entertainment, and the option of purchasing basic web browsing. Since the jet has a 2-2 configuration, you will be in a window or aisle seat.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from San Francisco to Sacramento?

Find which airlines fly direct from San Francisco to Sacramento Intl, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

San Francisco to Sacramento Intl

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +5 more

ANA, Air Canada, +6 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +5 more

ANA, Air Canada, +6 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +5 more

ANA, Air Canada, +6 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +5 more

ANA, Air Canada, +6 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +5 more

ANA, Air Canada, +6 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +5 more

ANA, Air Canada, +6 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +5 more

ANA, Air Canada, +6 more

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Nonstop returns

Sacramento Intl to San Francisco

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +4 more

ANA, Air Canada, +5 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +5 more

ANA, Air Canada, +6 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +5 more

ANA, Air Canada, +6 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +5 more

ANA, Air Canada, +6 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +5 more

ANA, Air Canada, +6 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +4 more

ANA, Air Canada, +5 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +5 more

ANA, Air Canada, +6 more

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Top airline flying from San Francisco to Sacramento

Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Francisco to Sacramento? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to KAYAK reviews.
7.4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 11470 reviews
77boarding
74overall
72comfort
81crew
71entertainment
67food
Airline reviews

Airline did not explain reasons why flight was delayed two hours. Explanations were badly needed and rarely provided. Problem seemed to clearly be the airline’s fault and not the fault of the weather or airport.

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Airline did not explain reasons why flight was delayed two hours. Explanations were badly needed and rarely provided. Problem seemed to clearly be the airline’s fault and not the fault of the weather or airport.

Very uncomfortable seats and seat backs, and I am only 5’9”. Delayed due to crew issues, spent a long time with no ventilation. Teeny overhead bins. Wifi worked well. Arrived safely.

I was delighted that we were able to get on the 4:40 pm flight rather than our original booking at 6:55 pm!! Other than that, the flight was comfortable and landed early😊

Our flight was delayed many times throughout the day. The final delay was about 8 hours. I spent time in line to speak to someone at their understaffed desk, and also spent time waiting online and then chatting with a service rep. None of the United employees were any help at all. I desperately wanted to go get rest and possibly re-book my trip but I was denied any compensation or voucher for a hotel. I was repeatedly told it was not United's fault and therefore they had no compensation to offer. Overall, a cold and callous experience.

Paid WiFi was only available for a few minutes. Avoid at all costs.

Everything was great, only problem was that flights were delayed

Flight crew and pilots did great. Flight way delayed due to a part needing replacement. Based on what the pilot indicated- the maintenance crew could’ve resolved this more efficiently than replacing whole part- and taken less time

Pretty turbulent, but not anyone’s fault. They got us there. Impressed that they carried on with a drink service.

Please please take consideration when setting cabin temperature. The vents were not functional and it was over 70 degrees in the cabin during the winter months when most people are used to much cooler indoor temperatures. I was down to my white t-shirt and the sweat pants I wore from Auckland to San Francisco and was sweating profusely and there was NO VENT!

The best part was we weren’t too delayed. Seating space in economy is insulting and about as uncomfortable as one could expect before mutiny breaks out. Prep for landing happened well over 45 minutes before wheels down: no final garbage pickup and it interrupted those of us who needed tray tables down for dinner, etc.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from San Francisco to Sacramento found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
4/11Thu
1 stop
19h 30mSFO-SMF
$75
4/30Tue
1 stopAlaska Airlines
6h 04mSFO-SMF
$97
4/11Thu
2 stops
12h 08mSFO-SMF
$102
4/8Mon
2 stops
38h 30mSFO-SMF
$110
4/10Wed
2 stops
12h 09mSFO-SMF
$132
4/6Sat
1 stopFrontier
11h 17mSFO-SMF
$135
4/8Mon
1 stop
20h 07mSFO-SMF
$139
4/3Wed
1 stopFrontier
19h 29mSFO-SMF
$159
5/16Thu
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 00mSFO-SMF
$195
7/1Mon
nonstopUnited Airlines
0h 58mSFO-SMF
$219

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Last minute flights from San Francisco to Sacramento

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from San Francisco to Sacramento that are departing in the next 10 days.
3/29Fri
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 00mSFO-SMF
3/31Sun
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 07mSMF-SFO
$319
3/31Sun
multi-stop
5h 11mSFO-SMF
4/5Fri
multi-stop
9h 51mSMF-SFO
$477
3/31Sun
nonstopUnited Airlines
0h 57mSFO-SMF
4/5Fri
multi-stopUnited Airlines
23h 57mSMF-SFO
$500
3/30Sat
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 00mSFO-SMF
4/1Mon
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 07mSMF-SFO
$504
3/29Fri
multi-stop
7h 29mSFO-SMF
3/31Sun
multi-stop
12h 10mSMF-SFO
$531
3/29Fri
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 00mSFO-SMF
3/31Sun
multi-stopUnited Airlines
16h 38mSMF-SFO
$582
3/30Sat
multi-stopUnited Airlines
15h 07mSFO-SMF
3/31Sun
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 07mSMF-SFO
$651
3/29Fri
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 00mSFO-SMF
3/31Sun
multi-stopUnited Airlines
24h 40mSMF-SFO
$666
3/30Sat
multi-stopFrontier
11h 17mSFO-SMF
4/1Mon
multi-stopFrontier
9h 33mSMF-SFO
$681
3/30Sat
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 00mSFO-SMF
3/31Sun
nonstopUnited Airlines
1h 07mSMF-SFO
$724

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San Francisco - Sacramento Flights

Departure:

San Francisco (SFO)United States

Destination:

Sacramento (SMF)United States

Return flight deals:

Sacramento - San Francisco

Cabin classes:

$328
$388
$176