Which airports can I use when flying from San Jose to Sacramento?

Flights from San Jose to Sacramento usually depart from San Jose (SJC) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Jose to Sacramento?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Jose to Sacramento.

Which airports do connecting flights from San Jose to Sacramento pass through?

One-stop flights from San Jose to Sacramento most commonly connect through: • San Diego (SAN) - 77% of one-stop connections • Los Angeles (LAX) - 15% of one-stop connections • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 8% of one-stop connections San Diego (SAN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Jose to Sacramento?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 43% on the San Jose to Sacramento route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $222 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $386, a difference of $164. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Sacramento?

Some of the most popular sights in Sacramento are Golden 1 Center, UC Davis Medical Center and Sacramento Capitol Park. These are among the most viewed places in Sacramento on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from San Jose to Sacramento?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from San Jose to Sacramento. Flights with 1 layover take between 6h 57m and 13h 12m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Jose to Sacramento?

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.

Have flight prices from San Jose to Sacramento changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $233 to $1,428. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from San Jose to Sacramento looking right now?

One-way fares from San Jose to Sacramento are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $368, which is 101% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Jose to Sacramento?

Flying via San Diego (SAN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 57m, compared with 9h 16m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 13h 12m via Los Angeles (LAX).

What car rental options are available at Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF)?

Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include: • Thrifty • Dollar • Budget • Hertz • Payless

How much should I expect to pay for a San Jose to Sacramento flight?

Round-trip flights from San Jose to Sacramento range from $262 to $352, with an average of $262 over the past 12 months. Anything below $262 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Jose to Sacramento?

Alaska Airlines ($233) and Frontier ($260) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Jose to Sacramento according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from San Jose to Sacramento?

San Diego (SAN) is the most popular layover for the San Jose to Sacramento route. 77% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via SAN.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Jose to Sacramento?

Flights via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $235. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Jose to Sacramento which airport offers the shortest layover?

San Diego (SAN) had the shortest average connection time for San Jose to Sacramento layovers at 319 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Thu, Oct 29 - Fri, Oct 30

6:33 am - 10:50 amSJC San Jose-SMF Sacramento Intl

4h 17m1 stop San Diego

5:22 pm - 11:20 amSMF Sacramento Intl-SJC San Jose

17h 58m1 stop San Diego

$233Alaska Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 22

2:15 pm - 5:34 pmSJC San Jose-SMF Sacramento Intl

27h 19m1 stop Los Angeles

7:38 pm - 8:07 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-SJC San Jose

24h 29m1 stop Los Angeles

$260Frontier

Thu, Oct 29 - Fri, Oct 30

6:33 am - 11:50 amSJC San Jose-SMF Sacramento Intl

5h 17m1 stop San Diego

5:22 pm - 10:48 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-SJC San Jose

5h 26m1 stop San Diego

$263Alaska Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 22

2:15 pm - 6:53 pmSJC San Jose-SMF Sacramento Intl

28h 38m2 stops Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

8:57 am - 8:07 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-SJC San Jose

11h 10m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Los Angeles

$267Frontier

Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8

3:11 pm - 11:11 pmSJC San Jose-SMF Sacramento Intl

8h 00m1 stop San Diego

9:28 am - 9:21 amSMF Sacramento Intl-SJC San Jose

23h 53m1 stop San Diego

$285Alaska Airlines

Thu, Oct 8 - Wed, Oct 14

9:02 pm - 2:23 pmSJC San Jose-SMF Sacramento Intl

17h 21m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

6:29 pm - 1:20 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-SJC San Jose

18h 51m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$295Frontier

Thu, Oct 8 - Wed, Oct 14

2:15 pm - 6:53 pmSJC San Jose-SMF Sacramento Intl

28h 38m2 stops Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

6:29 pm - 1:20 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-SJC San Jose

18h 51m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$301Frontier

Sat, Oct 24 - Sun, Oct 25

6:33 am - 10:50 amSJC San Jose-SMF Sacramento Intl

4h 17m1 stop San Diego

7:59 pm - 11:20 amSMF Sacramento Intl-SJC San Jose

15h 21m1 stop San Diego

$303Alaska Airlines

Thu, Feb 25 - Sun, Feb 28

6:15 am - 10:19 amSJC San Jose-SMF Sacramento Intl

4h 04m1 stop San Diego

7:00 am - 9:45 amSMF Sacramento Intl-SJC San Jose

26h 45m1 stop San Diego

$338Alaska Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 22

2:15 pm - 2:23 pmSJC San Jose-SMF Sacramento Intl

24h 08m2 stops Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

8:57 am - 1:20 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-SJC San Jose

4h 23m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$340Frontier

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Jose to Sacramento?

Round-trip flights from San Jose to Sacramento start at $233. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $262 to $352. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $233 on Alaska Airlines.

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Which airports can I use when flying from San Jose to Sacramento?
Flights from San Jose to Sacramento usually depart from San Jose (SJC) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Jose to Sacramento?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Jose to Sacramento.
Which airports do connecting flights from San Jose to Sacramento pass through?
One-stop flights from San Jose to Sacramento most commonly connect through:

• San Diego (SAN) - 77% of one-stop connections
• Los Angeles (LAX) - 15% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 8% of one-stop connections

San Diego (SAN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Jose to Sacramento?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 43% on the San Jose to Sacramento route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $222 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $386, a difference of $164. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What popular places can I visit in Sacramento?
Some of the most popular sights in Sacramento are Golden 1 Center, UC Davis Medical Center and Sacramento Capitol Park. These are among the most viewed places in Sacramento on KAYAK.
How long is a flight from San Jose to Sacramento?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from San Jose to Sacramento. Flights with 1 layover take between 6h 57m and 13h 12m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Jose to Sacramento?
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.
Have flight prices from San Jose to Sacramento changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $233 to $1,428. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San Jose to Sacramento looking right now?
One-way fares from San Jose to Sacramento are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $368, which is 101% above the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Jose to Sacramento?
Flying via San Diego (SAN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 57m, compared with 9h 16m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 13h 12m via Los Angeles (LAX).
What car rental options are available at Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF)?
Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Budget
• Hertz
• Payless
How much should I expect to pay for a San Jose to Sacramento flight?
Round-trip flights from San Jose to Sacramento range from $262 to $352, with an average of $262 over the past 12 months. Anything below $262 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $222 - about $164 less than Sunday (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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