CA $122 Cheap Flights from Sacramento (SMF) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to San Francisco (SFO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $122 for one-way flights and CA $318 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 Francisco (SFO)

June is typically the cheapest month to fly

From CA $219 - CA $555 per traveller.

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Flight from Sacramento to San Francisco (SMF - SFO) route information
Origin airport
Sacramento Intl.
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Roundtrip price
CA $318
Distance
137 km
Average flight time
1 hour 6 mins

Sacramento to San Francisco Flights

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

With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to San Francisco 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 Air Canada, Avianca, Copa Airlines, ANA, Virgin Australia, Air New Zealand, Lufthansa, United Airlines nonstop flights to San Francisco 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 Francisco today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

Save dollars with cheap flights from Sacramento Intl., SMF to San Francisco Intl., SFO 

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from Sacramento to San Francisco—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to San Francisco from Sacramento currently is just CA $318 rising to CA $922.  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in November when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to San Francisco  
  • 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 Francisco 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 Francisco with Expedia today.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to SFO?
Within the past 7 days on Expedia, for flights departing within the next year, the lowest price advertised for a round-trip flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) was CA $318. Great fares don't last forever, so book yours today. 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 Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
We get that circumstances change unexpectedly, so we've made it as hassle-free as possible for you to cancel your flight online. Just visit the Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from Sacramento Airport to San Francisco Airport that have flexible change policies?
Flights from SMF to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) offering flexible change policies are available with many carriers. Simply use our "No change fees" filter during your search. You'll only need to cover the cost difference between the two flights, without any added fees to worry about.
How many hours is the flight from SMF to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
It only takes about 6 hours and 10 minutes to travel from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) — just enough time for a nap. You'll be starting your descent into San Francisco by the time you wake up.
How far is the flight from Sacramento Airport to SFO?
A flight distance of just 140 kilometres separates Sacramento and San Francisco. Once you're up in the skies, you won't have time to do much more than read the magazine in your seat pocket.
Which airlines fly direct from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Flying directly from SMF to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) is a cinch with United Airlines (UA). This leading carrier operates 91 flights every month.
Are SMF to San Francisco Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices always go up and down, so there are no guarantees. While last-minute flight deals between Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) and SFO are of course possible, it also makes sense to keep track of prices well before you fly. In fact, some airlines announce their prices up to a year prior to the departure date. Expedia is continuously updating the biggest bargains around, so check back often and be ready to pounce when prices drop.

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