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Cheapest round-trip
$303
Typical prices: $286-$587
Alaska Airlines
Wed 11/7Sat 11/10
SBP - SMF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$194
Typical prices: $145-$421
United Airlines
Sat 11/24
SBP - SMF • 1 stop
When to travel
January
Cheapest • 22% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
San Diego (SAN)
Cheapest • Avg $375 (round-trip)
Los Angeles (LAX)
Shortest trip • 4h 10m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Luis Obispo to Sacramento (SBP-SMF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Luis Obispo to Sacramento

Sat, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 16
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3:16 pm - 7:36 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-SMF Sacramento Intl
4h 20m1 stop San Diego
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4:51 pm - 2:36 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
21h 45m1 stop San Diego
$303Alaska Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
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3:16 pm - 11:11 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 55m1 stop San Diego
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10:52 am - 11:43 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
12h 51m1 stop San Diego
$303Alaska Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
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3:16 pm - 11:11 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 55m1 stop San Diego
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11:31 am - 11:43 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
12h 12m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
$331Alaska Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 16
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6:00 am - 6:00 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-SMF Sacramento Intl
12h 00m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:37 pm - 2:36 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
24h 59m1 stop San Diego
$331Alaska Airlines
Fri, Feb 5 - Tue, Feb 9
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3:44 pm - 7:18 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-SMF Sacramento Intl
3h 34m1 stop San Diego
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4:47 pm - 3:04 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
22h 17m1 stop San Diego
$340Alaska Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 16
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3:16 pm - 7:36 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-SMF Sacramento Intl
4h 20m1 stop San Diego
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4:48 pm - 2:36 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
21h 48m1 stop San Diego
$363Alaska Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
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3:16 pm - 11:11 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 55m1 stop San Diego
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1:37 pm - 2:36 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
24h 59m1 stop San Diego
$363Alaska Airlines
Fri, Feb 5 - Tue, Feb 9
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3:44 pm - 7:18 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-SMF Sacramento Intl
3h 34m1 stop San Diego
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1:03 pm - 11:34 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
10h 31m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
$368Alaska Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
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2:15 pm - 5:08 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-SMF Sacramento Intl
2h 53m1 stop San Francisco
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12:01 pm - 3:25 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
3h 24m1 stop San Francisco
$372United Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 26
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10:38 am - 2:53 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-SMF Sacramento Intl
4h 15m1 stop Los Angeles
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7:41 am - 1:53 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
6h 12m1 stop Los Angeles
$372United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Luis Obispo to Sacramento flights

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

Round-trip flights from San Luis Obispo to Sacramento start at $303. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $286 to $587. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $303 on Alaska Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Luis Obispo to Sacramento?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Luis Obispo to Sacramento, it is 35% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 119% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for San Luis Obispo to Sacramento flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$194
Flight from San Luis Obispo to Sacramento

When to book flights from San Luis Obispo to Sacramento

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Luis Obispo to Sacramento based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San Luis Obispo to Sacramento flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Luis Obispo to Sacramento?

    Flights from San Luis Obispo to Sacramento usually depart from San Luis Obispo County (SBP) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Luis Obispo to Sacramento?

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

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Luis Obispo to Sacramento pass through?

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

    • San Francisco (SFO) - 70% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • San Diego (SAN) - 5% of one-stop connections

    San Francisco (SFO) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Luis Obispo to Sacramento?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 71% on the San Luis Obispo to Sacramento route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $231 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $772, a difference of $541. 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 Luis Obispo to Sacramento?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from San Luis Obispo to Sacramento. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 06m and 4h 24m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Luis Obispo 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 Luis Obispo 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 $303 to $930. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from San Luis Obispo to Sacramento looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Luis Obispo to Sacramento are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $233.

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

    Flying via San Diego (SAN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 06m, compared with 4h 10m via Los Angeles (LAX) and 4h 24m via San Francisco (SFO).

  • 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 Luis Obispo to Sacramento flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Luis Obispo to Sacramento range from $286 to $587, with an average of $352 over the past 12 months. Anything below $286 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San Luis Obispo to Sacramento flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $231 - about $541 less than Sunday (70% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Luis Obispo to Sacramento trip for January. Fares historically average $276 round-trip in that month - typically $510 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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