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Cheap flights from Sacramento to San Diego from $29

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11:21 am - 12:52 pmSMF-SAN
1h 31mnonstop
8:35 am - 10:21 amSAN-SMF
1h 46mnonstop
$48Frontier
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Sat, Jan 11 - Sat, Jan 18
11:21 am - 12:52 pmSMF-SAN
1h 31mnonstop
8:32 am - 10:31 amSAN-SMF
1h 59mnonstop
$53Frontier
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Thu, Jan 9 - Sat, Jan 11
4:41 pm - 10:18 pmSMF-SAN
5h 37m1 stop
4:21 pm - 8:05 pmSAN-SMF
3h 44m1 stop
$87Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Jan 22 - Tue, Jan 28
4:20 pm - 10:56 pmSMF-SAN
6h 36m1 stop
7:41 pm - 6:47 amSAN-SMF
11h 06m1 stop
$88Spirit Airlines
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Sat, Feb 22 - Sun, Feb 23
6:00 am - 7:34 amSMF-SAN
1h 34mnonstop
8:02 am - 9:49 amSAN-SMF
1h 47mnonstop
$127Alaska Airlines
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Mon, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 14
4:30 pm - 6:00 pmSMF-SAN
1h 30mnonstop
9:00 am - 10:40 amSAN-SMF
1h 40mnonstop
$128Southwest
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Mon, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 21
6:00 am - 7:34 amSMF-SAN
1h 34mnonstop
8:59 pm - 10:45 pmSAN-SMF
1h 46mnonstop
$137Alaska Airlines
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Thu, Jan 16 - Thu, Jan 16
11:40 am - 1:10 pmSMF-SAN
1h 30mnonstop
8:30 am - 10:15 amSAN-SMF
1h 45mnonstop
$153Southwest
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Sat, Jan 25 - Sun, Jan 26
10:06 am - 3:22 pmSMF-SAN
5h 16m1 stop
6:33 am - 12:10 pmSAN-SMF
5h 37m1 stop
$194American Airlines
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Sat, Jan 25 - Sun, Jan 26
6:00 am - 7:34 amSMF-SAN
1h 34mnonstop
4:30 pm - 10:41 pmSAN-SMF
6h 11m1 stop
$208American Airlines
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Thu, Jan 16 - Thu, Jan 16
11:21 am - 12:52 pmSMF-SAN
1h 31mnonstop
$29Frontier
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Thu, Jan 9
11:16 am - 12:55 pmSMF-SAN
1h 39mnonstop
$30Frontier
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Sun, Feb 2
4:41 pm - 10:18 pmSMF-SAN
5h 37m1 stop
$32Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Jan 14
9:00 pm - 8:58 amSMF-SAN
11h 58m1 stop
$41Spirit Airlines
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Sun, Feb 2
6:00 am - 7:34 amSMF-SAN
1h 34mnonstop
$59Alaska Airlines
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Tue, Jan 14
6:00 am - 7:33 amSMF-SAN
1h 33mnonstop
$64Alaska Airlines
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Mon, May 19
6:00 am - 7:34 amSMF-SAN
1h 34mnonstop
$89American Airlines
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Tue, Jan 21
6:30 am - 2:00 pmSMF-SAN
7h 30m2 stops
$98Southwest
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Sat, Jan 25
6:10 am - 7:40 amSMF-SAN
1h 30mnonstop
$105Southwest
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Sun, May 18
12:25 am - 11:40 pmSMF-SAN
23h 15m1 stop
$534American Airlines
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Mon, Dec 30
1:55 pm - 3:26 pmSMF-SAN
1h 31mnonstop
8:32 am - 10:31 amSAN-SMF
1h 59mnonstop
$121Frontier
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Tue, Dec 24 - Sat, Jan 11
1:55 pm - 3:26 pmSMF-SAN
1h 31mnonstop
6:15 am - 12:48 pmSAN-SMF
6h 33m1 stop
Tue, Dec 24 - Sat, Jan 11
5:30 am - 1:27 pmSMF-SAN
7h 57m1 stop
6:06 pm - 12:29 amSAN-SMF
6h 23m1 stop
$213Spirit Airlines
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Sat, Dec 28 - Mon, Dec 30
5:30 am - 1:27 pmSMF-SAN
7h 57m1 stop
6:06 pm - 12:29 amSAN-SMF
6h 23m1 stop
$223Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Dec 24 - Fri, Jan 3
2:45 pm - 4:23 pmSMF-SAN
1h 38mnonstop
4:04 pm - 5:54 pmSAN-SMF
1h 50mnonstop
$317Alaska Airlines
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Fri, Dec 27 - Mon, Dec 30
9:10 pm - 10:40 pmSMF-SAN
1h 30mnonstop
4:45 pm - 6:25 pmSAN-SMF
1h 40mnonstop
$318Southwest
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Thu, Dec 26 - Mon, Dec 30
11:15 am - 3:20 pmSMF-SAN
4h 05m1 stop
5:00 pm - 6:40 pmSAN-SMF
1h 40mnonstop
$327Southwest
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Wed, Dec 25 - Tue, Dec 31
2:45 pm - 4:23 pmSMF-SAN
1h 38mnonstop
8:49 pm - 10:40 pmSAN-SMF
1h 51mnonstop
$347Alaska Airlines
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Thu, Dec 26 - Sun, Dec 29
12:59 pm - 6:23 pmSMF-SAN
5h 24m1 stop
6:30 am - 12:12 pmSAN-SMF
5h 42m1 stop
$393American Airlines
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Fri, Dec 27 - Mon, Dec 30
6:31 pm - 8:09 pmSMF-SAN
1h 38mnonstop
6:30 am - 12:12 pmSAN-SMF
5h 42m1 stop
$443American Airlines
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Wed, Dec 25 - Fri, Dec 27
11:21 am - 12:52 pmSMF-SAN
1h 31mnonstop
8:35 am - 10:21 amSAN-SMF
1h 46mnonstop
$48Frontier
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Sat, Jan 11 - Sat, Jan 18
1:27 pm - 3:06 pmSMF-SAN
1h 39mnonstop
12:48 pm - 2:34 pmSAN-SMF
1h 46mnonstop
$53Frontier
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Thu, Feb 13 - Tue, Feb 18
11:21 am - 1:00 pmSMF-SAN
1h 39mnonstop
8:40 am - 10:26 amSAN-SMF
1h 46mnonstop
$55Frontier
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Sat, Jan 18 - Sun, Jan 19
11:12 am - 12:51 pmSMF-SAN
1h 39mnonstop
12:48 pm - 2:34 pmSAN-SMF
1h 46mnonstop
$58Frontier
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Thu, Feb 6 - Thu, Feb 20
11:21 am - 12:52 pmSMF-SAN
1h 31mnonstop
8:02 am - 9:49 amSAN-SMF
1h 47mnonstop
Sat, Jan 11 - Wed, Jan 15
5:00 pm - 6:34 pmSMF-SAN
1h 34mnonstop
8:35 am - 10:21 amSAN-SMF
1h 46mnonstop
Tue, Jan 21 - Thu, Jan 30
6:00 am - 7:34 amSMF-SAN
1h 34mnonstop
8:02 am - 9:49 amSAN-SMF
1h 47mnonstop
$127Alaska Airlines
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Mon, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 14
4:30 pm - 6:00 pmSMF-SAN
1h 30mnonstop
9:00 am - 10:40 amSAN-SMF
1h 40mnonstop
$128Southwest
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Mon, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 21
5:00 pm - 6:34 pmSMF-SAN
1h 34mnonstop
8:59 pm - 10:45 pmSAN-SMF
1h 46mnonstop
$131Alaska Airlines
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Wed, Jan 8 - Wed, Jan 8
7:05 am - 8:35 amSMF-SAN
1h 30mnonstop
6:30 am - 8:10 amSAN-SMF
1h 40mnonstop
$153Southwest
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Sat, Feb 22 - Sun, Feb 23

Frontier flights from Sacramento to San Diego

Our best Frontier deals on Sacramento to San Diego flight tickets
Frontier
Jan 11
SMF11:21 amSacramento Intl
1h 31m
SAN12:52 pmSan Diego
Jan 18
SAN8:35 amSan Diego
1h 46m
SMF10:21 amSacramento Intl
Frontier
Jan 9
SMF11:21 amSacramento Intl
1h 31m
SAN12:52 pmSan Diego
Jan 11
SAN8:32 amSan Diego
1h 59m
SMF10:31 amSacramento Intl
Frontier
Jan 18
SMF11:21 amSacramento Intl
1h 39m
SAN1:00 pmSan Diego
Jan 19
SAN8:40 amSan Diego
1h 46m
SMF10:26 amSacramento Intl

Alaska Airlines flights from Sacramento to San Diego

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Sacramento to San Diego flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Jan 13
SMF6:00 amSacramento Intl
1h 34m
SAN7:34 amSan Diego
Jan 14
SAN8:02 amSan Diego
1h 47m
SMF9:49 amSacramento Intl
Alaska Airlines
Jan 16
SMF6:00 amSacramento Intl
1h 34m
SAN7:34 amSan Diego
Jan 16
SAN8:59 pmSan Diego
1h 46m
SMF10:45 pmSacramento Intl
Alaska Airlines
Jan 15
SMF5:00 pmSacramento Intl
1h 34m
SAN6:34 pmSan Diego
Jan 18
SAN8:59 pmSan Diego
1h 46m
SMF10:45 pmSacramento Intl

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?

If you are unable to visit San Diego during the month of October, then departing from Sacramento during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $100.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

The cheapest day to depart from Sacramento to San Diego is on a Saturday. Travelers who choose to depart for San Diego on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as $126. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $192. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to San Diego.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

The cheapest time of day to fly to San Diego is at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $88. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $193.

What is the cheapest Sacramento Intl to San Diego flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Diego?

Most flyers found that booking tickets 20 days in advance of their planned departure date is the best time to get cheap flights to San Diego. During this timeframe, flight prices are around $163. However, in the past 72 hours, people saw flights from Sacramento for as low as $81.

What cabin class options are available on Sacramento Intl to San Diego flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Sacramento Intl to San Diego flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Sacramento to San Diego flights?

You could potentially save up to 33% on your flight if you consider stops on a Sacramento to San Diego flight.

How have Sacramento to San Diego flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2024, prices for Sacramento to San Diego flights are approximately 46% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Sacramento to San Diego according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$29

Fastest flight time

1h 30m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Diego

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Diego from Sacramento in the past 72 hours is $29. The best round-trip flight deal from Sacramento to San Diego found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $48.
The fastest flight from Sacramento to San Diego takes 1h 30m
Direct flights go from Sacramento to San Diego every day.
There is 1 airport near San Diego: San Diego (SAN)

  • How far is Sacramento Intl to San Diego by plane?

    San Diego is 472.4 mi away from Sacramento Intl. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 1h 30m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to San Diego Airport?

    Prices for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to San Diego Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to San Diego Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Sacramento Intl Airport to San Diego Airport?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sacramento Intl Airport to San Diego Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to San Diego Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San Diego Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Best airlines flying from Sacramento to San Diego

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FrontierPriceFrom $38Free CancellationRating
6.1
3,469 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $55Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,113 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $113Free CancellationRating
8.1
4,780 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $119Free CancellationRating
8.0
8,588 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $133Free CancellationRating
8.0
9,555 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $195Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Sacramento to San Diego

    Southwest flies from Sacramento to San Diego around 62 times per week, with 4,780 momondo users rating the airline 8.1/10. The cheapest Southwest deal from Sacramento to San Diego in the last 72 hours was $113 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $207 for Southwest flights on this route.

  • Alaska Airlines Flights From Sacramento to San Diego

    Another popular option for Sacramento to San Diego flights is Alaska Airlines (8.0/10, 9,549 ratings). Alaska Airlines flies from Sacramento to San Diego around 17 times per week, with deals starting from $133 round-trip and rising to an average price of around $238.


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All flight searches from Sacramento to San Diego on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

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