Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

The duration of a nonstop flight to San Francisco from Sacramento is typically 1h 03m. The journey crosses a distance of 86 miles. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 3 and 4 nonstop flights that take off from Sacramento and land in San Francisco, with an average flight time of 1h 06m. The most common departure time is 8:00 pm and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 26 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 3

What is the cheapest flight from Sacramento to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sacramento to San Francisco was $77 for a one-way ticket and $153 for a round-trip. <a href='/flight-routes/Sacramento-Intl-SMF/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Sacramento to San Francisco. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID. <a href='/flight-routes/Sacramento-Intl-SMF/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

For Sacramento to San Francisco, Friday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from San Francisco back to Sacramento, the best deals are generally found on Sunday, with Tuesday being the most expensive. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

On your way to San Francisco, you’ll fly out from Sacramento Intl. You’ll be landing at San Francisco. <a href='/flight-routes/Sacramento-Intl-SMF/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Sacramento at 6:10 am and will be landing in San Francisco at 7:15 am.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Sacramento to San Francisco jets off at 8:35 pm and lands at 9:43 pm.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

There is just one airline that flies from Sacramento to San Francisco direct and that is United Airlines. The best round-trip deal found from United Airlines for the route is $159.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Sacramento to San Francisco flight route.

Question 12

Which airline alliances offer flights from Sacramento to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 14

What services does Alaska Airlines offer on economy class flights from Sacramento to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Alaska Airlines offers a range of in-flight entertainment options for Economy Class passengers, including movies, TV shows, and games, which can be accessed via seatback screens or personal devices. Most Alaska Airlines Economy Class seats are also equipped with standard and USB power outlets to charge electronic devices.

Question 15

How do I get from San Francisco Airport to the city center?

Accepted Answer

The Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) system offers a direct connection from SFO to downtown San Francisco and other Bay Area destinations. You can take the BART from the International Terminal to Downtown San Francisco in around 30 minutes. You can also take a taxi, Lyft, or Uber ride directly to Downtown San Francisco. This is the fastest option and takes around 20-30 minutes, depending on traffic.

Question 16

What services are offered to passengers with reduced mobility on Spirit Airlines flights from Sacramento to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Spirit Airlines offers wheelchair service to passengers who require assistance during boarding, deplaning, and ground transportation. Passengers with reduced mobility can request a suitable seat on flights from Sacramento to San Francisco. Passengers are advised to reach out to the airlines prior to the departure date to ensure quality of services.

Question 17

What is the baggage policy on United Airlines flights from Sacramento to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

The baggage policy on United Airlines flights varies based on the cabin class and loyalty status of the passenger. For flights from Sacramento to San Francisco, no checked luggage is included in the ticket fee and must be purchased separately. Additional fees apply for extra checked bags or overweight and oversized luggage.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Sacramento to San Francisco is August, where tickets cost $229 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $289 and $284 respectively.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

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 Sacramento to San Francisco. <a href='/flight-routes/Sacramento-Intl-SMF/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Sacramento is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now. <a href='/flight-routes/Sacramento-Intl-SMF/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

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 San Francisco with an airline and back to Sacramento with another airline. Booking your flights between Sacramento and SFO can sometimes prove cheaper using this method. <a href='/flight-routes/Sacramento-Intl-SMF/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 22

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

Accepted Answer

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 San Francisco from Sacramento up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. <a href='/flight-routes/Sacramento-Intl-SMF/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 23

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

Accepted Answer

There are 4 cabin class options for the route. These are First, Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 24

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

Accepted Answer

In the past 3 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Sacramento to San Francisco were found on Alaska Airlines ($153) and United Airlines ($179).

Question 25

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Sacramento to San Francisco, you should book around 5 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

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

For Sacramento to San Francisco, Friday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from San Francisco back to Sacramento, the best deals are generally found on Sunday, with Tuesday being the most expensive.

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

The cheapest month for flights from Sacramento to San Francisco is August, where tickets cost $229 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $289 and $284 respectively.

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

To get a below average price on the flight from Sacramento to San Francisco, you should book around 5 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

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

In the past 3 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Sacramento to San Francisco were found on Alaska Airlines ($153) and United Airlines ($179).

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

There is just one airline that flies from Sacramento to San Francisco direct and that is United Airlines. The best round-trip deal found from United Airlines for the route is $159.

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

There are 4 cabin class options for the route. These are First, Business, 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 many flights are there between Sacramento and San Francisco per day?

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

The duration of a nonstop flight to San Francisco from Sacramento is typically 1h 03m. The journey crosses a distance of 86 miles.

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

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Sacramento at 6:10 am and will be landing in San Francisco at 7:15 am.

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

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Sacramento to San Francisco jets off at 8:35 pm and lands at 9:43 pm.

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What services does Alaska Airlines offer on economy class flights from Sacramento to San Francisco?

How do I get from San Francisco Airport to the city center?

What services are offered to passengers with reduced mobility on Spirit Airlines flights from Sacramento to San Francisco?

What is the baggage policy on United Airlines flights from Sacramento to San Francisco?

What is the cheapest flight from Sacramento to San Francisco?

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sacramento to San Francisco was $77 for a one-way ticket and $153 for a round-trip.

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

No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Sacramento to San Francisco. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

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

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

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

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

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

The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Sacramento to San Francisco flight route.

Which airline alliances offer flights from Sacramento to San Francisco?

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

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

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

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

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 Sacramento to San Francisco.

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

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to San Francisco?

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

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 San Francisco from Sacramento up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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