CA $67 Cheap Flights from Sacramento (SMF) to San Diego (SAN)

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Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to San Diego (SAN)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $67 for one-way flights and CA $133 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento (SMF) to San Diego (SAN)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From CA $55 - CA $155 per traveller.

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Flight from Sacramento to San Diego (SMF - SAN) route information
Origin airport
Sacramento Intl.
Destination airport
San Diego Intl.
Roundtrip price
CA $132
Distance
767 km
Average flight time
1 hour 31 mins

Sacramento to San Diego Flights

The easy way to book your flights from Sacramento to San Diego 

With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to San Diego from Sacramento whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from 20 airlines that cover this route. There are nonstop flights to San Diego Intl., too.  

Choose your preferred carrier and cabin class with the advanced search tool and select your ideal departure time. Then, if you want, you can see just nonstop or refundable flights. And if you’re traveling last minute, just enter the date to check out flights from Sacramento to San Diego today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

Save dollars with cheap flights from Sacramento Intl., SMF to San Diego Intl., SAN 

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from Sacramento to San Diego—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to San Diego from Sacramento currently is just CA $133 rising to CA $281.  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in August when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to San Diego  
  • Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more
  • Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times 
  • One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free! 

 

Reasons to choose Expedia for your flight to San Diego from Sacramento 

Whatever your destination, budget, or reason to travel, in just one quick search, you can choose from loads of flights, airlines, and cabin classes. The filters make it quick and easy to find your ideal flights, and if you choose one of the flexible options, you won’t be charged to change your flight. So book your flight to San Diego with Expedia today.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to SAN?
The lowest price advertised for a round-trip journey from SMF to San Diego Airport is CA $133. But you better get moving. This price is taken from fares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Diego Airport?
This varies from airline to airline, as each one has its own terms and conditions. Visit the Customer Service Portal, where there are simple instructions on how to cancel your flight online.
How do I find cheap flights from Sacramento Airport to San Diego Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many carriers will allow you to move your flight without charging a fee. All you pay is any additional cost for the new flight. When searching for SMF to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) flights, you'll find a "No change fees" box for you to select.
How many hours is the flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to SAN?
The flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) is just 1 hour and 31 minutes. If you're lucky, you might just get through an entire movie before you land!
How far is the flight from SMF to San Diego Airport?
With a flight distance of 770 kilometres, it's only a hop from Sacramento Airport to San Diego Airport. It might be a quick journey, but it's still worth bringing along something to read.
Which airlines fly direct from SMF to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Southwest Airlines (WN) is one of the top choices for travellers jetting between Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) and San Diego Airport. Select from the 273 flights it operates on this route each month. You could also check out the fares on offer with Alaska Airlines (AS). This airline operates 91 flights a month between Sacramento and San Diego.
Are SMF to San Diego Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Booking last minute from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Diego Airport can be hit-or-miss. You may be able to score a great bargain, but you could also miss out completely! If you'd prefer to start your travel planning early on, Expedia compares flight deals up to a year in advance. Just keep in mind that not all airlines issue their prices so far in advance. Our suggestion? Check back often as updates are made regularly.

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