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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Sacramento to San Diego:

• Earliest: departs at 5:40 am and lands at 7:18 am
• Latest: departs at 10:55 pm and lands at 12:33 am.

The flight takes about 1h 38m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Sacramento to San Diego:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Sacramento to San Diego takes 1h 38m, covering 480 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Sacramento to San Diego range from $156 to $283, with an average of $206 over the past 12 months. Anything below $156 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 103% above the $206 route average. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $196 round-trip via Los Angeles (LAX), compared to $206 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Sacramento to San Diego flights, with 44% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 31%, evening flights for 25%, and night flights for 0%.

Alaska Airlines is the only airline on the Sacramento to San Diego route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from Sacramento to San Diego are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $75, which is 52% below the typical average for this route.

San Diego Airport (SAN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $14 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Payless
• Europcar
• Thrifty
• Fox

Flights from Sacramento to San Diego usually depart from Sacramento Intl (SMF) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

One-stop flights from Sacramento to San Diego most commonly connect through:

• Los Angeles (LAX) - 44% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 33% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 11% of one-stop connections
• San Francisco (SFO) - 9% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from Sacramento to San Diego. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $157 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $221, a difference of $64.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Sacramento and San Diego. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Southwest
• Alaska Airlines

Flying via Los Angeles (LAX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 25m, compared with 4h 35m via San Francisco (SFO) and 5h 26m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

Some of the most popular sights in San Diego are Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego Convention Center and SeaWorld San Diego. These are among the most viewed places in San Diego on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Sacramento to San Diego flights:

• Southwest: offers free seat selection
• Alaska Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Business Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Ground transportation is available outside Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. For taxicabs, a taxi customer service representative can arrange an authorized ride. Uber and Lyft rides can also be requested.

From San Diego International Airport (SAN), passengers can take city bus 992 operated by the San Diego Metropolitan Transit System. The bus stops in downtown San Diego, where connections are available to Amtrak trains, local trains and a local trolley. It departs every 15 minutes between 4:15 a.m. and midnight every day.

Yes. At SAN, active-duty, Guard and Reserve service members and their dependents in transit can use the USO Neil Ash Airport Center. It is located just outside Terminal 2, across Airport Terminal Road via the sky bridge. Features include showers, entertainment and connectivity devices and transportation information.

Yes. Both terminals of SMF have post-security rooms for breastfeeding mothers near the gates, adjacent to the women's restrooms.

Volunteer ambassadors assist passengers throughout San Diego International Airport. Harbor Police Officers also provide law enforcement services across the airport.

Yes, San Diego International Airport (SAN) has outdoor pet relief areas with artificial turf on the Ground Transportation Plazas at Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. The facilities can be used by all service animals and pets while waiting for departure.

Yes, the Escape Lounge is open to all passengers. It is located in Terminal B on the upper level, post-security.

The East, South and West Economy Parking Lots are the most affordable parking options at Sacramento International Airport (SMF). The Daily Lot is the next least expensive. Free shuttle service runs from the Daily Lot and Economy Lot to the terminals. Only rental car shuttles have terminal-specific pickup and drop-off.

Yes, free Wi-Fi is available in the concourse and terminals at Sacramento International Airport (SMF). It can also be accessed at the rental car facility and the free waiting area. To connect, travelers can turn on Wi-Fi on their device, scan for "FlySacramento" and connect.