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).

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

Connecting flights from San Jose to Sacramento most commonly pass through: • San Diego (SAN) - 83% of one-stop connections • Los Angeles (LAX) - 17% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 43% on flights from San Jose to Sacramento. 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 $248 to $1,171. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $309, which is 46% below 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 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 averaging $60 for economy cars. Top options include: • Thrifty • Dollar • Hertz • Budget • 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 $282 over the past 12 months. Anything below $262 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from San Jose to Sacramento typically range from $262 to $352. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $248, on Alaska Airlines.

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

Alaska Airlines ($248) and Frontier ($268) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Jose to Sacramento according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s 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. 83% 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 San Diego (SAN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $278. 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 5h 19m over the past 3 months.

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Mon, Dec 21 - Tue, Dec 22

8:20 pm - 10:21 amSJC San Jose-SMF Sacramento Intl

14h 01m1 stop San Diego

8:50 pm - 11:59 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-SJC San Jose

27h 09m1 stop San Diego

$248Alaska Airlines

Thu, Dec 17 - Mon, Dec 21

5:36 pm - 9:05 amSJC San Jose-SMF Sacramento Intl

15h 29m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

10:18 am - 2:30 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-SJC San Jose

28h 12m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Los Angeles

$268Frontier

Thu, Dec 17 - Mon, Dec 21

5:36 pm - 9:05 amSJC San Jose-SMF Sacramento Intl

15h 29m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

10:18 am - 1:07 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-SJC San Jose

26h 49m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$271Frontier

Mon, Dec 21 - Tue, Dec 22

8:20 pm - 10:21 amSJC San Jose-SMF Sacramento Intl

14h 01m1 stop San Diego

8:50 pm - 11:59 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-SJC San Jose

27h 09m1 stop San Diego

$306Alaska Airlines

Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15

11:48 am - 7:31 pmSJC San Jose-SMF Sacramento Intl

7h 43m1 stop Portland

3:03 pm - 8:56 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-SJC San Jose

5h 53m1 stop San Diego

$307Alaska Airlines

Fri, Dec 18 - Wed, Dec 23

7:20 am - 1:00 pmSJC San Jose-SMF Sacramento Intl

5h 40m1 stop San Diego

2:33 pm - 11:59 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-SJC San Jose

9h 26m1 stop San Diego

$317Alaska Airlines

Fri, Dec 18 - Mon, Dec 21

7:20 am - 1:00 pmSJC San Jose-SMF Sacramento Intl

5h 40m1 stop San Diego

8:50 pm - 1:55 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-SJC San Jose

17h 05m1 stop San Diego

$332Alaska Airlines

Fri, Dec 18 - Sun, Dec 20

7:20 am - 11:59 pmSJC San Jose-SMF Sacramento Intl

16h 39m1 stop San Diego

4:52 pm - 1:55 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-SJC San Jose

21h 03m1 stop San Diego

$366Alaska Airlines

Fri, Dec 18 - Mon, Dec 21

5:59 pm - 9:08 amSJC San Jose-SMF Sacramento Intl

15h 09m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Los Angeles

10:18 am - 2:30 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-SJC San Jose

28h 12m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Los Angeles

$367Frontier

Fri, Dec 18 - Sat, Dec 19

5:59 pm - 9:08 amSJC San Jose-SMF Sacramento Intl

15h 09m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Los Angeles

1:30 pm - 1:43 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-SJC San Jose

24h 13m2 stops Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$376Frontier

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Jose to Sacramento? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Jose to Sacramento departing in december.

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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.
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 $282 over the past 12 months. Anything below $262 counts as a good deal.
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 $248 to $1,171. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $309, which is 46% below the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF)?
Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $60 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Budget
• Payless
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).
Which airports do connecting flights from San Jose to Sacramento pass through?
Connecting flights from San Jose to Sacramento most commonly pass through:

• San Diego (SAN) - 83% of one-stop connections
• Los Angeles (LAX) - 17% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Jose to Sacramento?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 43% on flights from San Jose to Sacramento. 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.
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 13h 12m via Los Angeles (LAX).
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.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $222, about $164 less than Sunday fares (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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