Cheap Flights from San Francisco International to Sacramento International

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Flight deals from San Francisco International to Sacramento International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,521. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Sacramento.R 964 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 964, select.

Sacramento.R 1,060 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,060, select.

Sacramento.R 1,514 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,514, select.

Sacramento.R 1,995 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,995, select.

Sacramento.R 2,897 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,897, select.

Sacramento.R 3,073 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Jan.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,073, select.

Sacramento.R 3,902 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Mar.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 30 Mar, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,902, select.

Sacramento.R 3,904 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Dec.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,904, select.

Sacramento.R 3,904 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Nov.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,904, select.

Sacramento.R 3,904 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,904, select.

Sacramento.R 3,904 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,904, select.

Sacramento.R 3,904 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,904, select.

Sacramento.R 4,011 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Aug.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,011, select.

Sacramento.R 5,300 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,300, select.

Sacramento.R 6,615 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,615, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Sacramento International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Sacramento International flights are currently cheapest in September.

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San Francisco International to Sacramento International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Francisco International to Sacramento below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Sacramento International.

San Francisco to Sacramento: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 964
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	1 hr
Most popular airline	United
Average flights per week	184

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Sacramento International: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from San Francisco International to Sacramento International?

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Sacramento International is R 2,291. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from San Francisco International to Sacramento International?

1 hour is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Sacramento International.

Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco International to Sacramento International?

United, Virgin Australia and SkyWest Airlines fly direct from San Francisco International to Sacramento International.

How many flights are there a week from San Francisco International to Sacramento International?

As of July 2026, there are 184 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Sacramento International.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco International to Sacramento International?

The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Sacramento International is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento International Airport on Saturday, 19 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento International Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour.

How can I find the best flight deal to Sacramento International?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sacramento International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Sacramento?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sacramento is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento International with?

Currently, Frontier Airlines and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Sacramento International.

Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF): what you need to know

The average time for a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento International Airport is 1 hour.
Sacramento's timezone is UTC-8, which is the same as San Francisco.
Take your pick of 26 weekly San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flights. The 08:25 departure with United Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. United Airlines operates the last service of the day at 23:00.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SFO to SMF flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
United is your gateway to discovering Sacramento (and maybe even some other exciting corners of the United States!). Check out the direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento International Airport offered by this airline.
United tops the list for bookings on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers SFO to SMF flights is United. Its services land without delay 71.07% of the time.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SFO and SMF:
- Los Angeles International Airport
- Santa Ana John Wayne Airport
- Burbank Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)

The lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight is R 965. A round-trip fare right now is R 2,293. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from SFO to SMF by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
July is the cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento International Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Landing cheap flights from SFO to SMF is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento International Airport.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

78% of flights departing from San Francisco International Airport reach their destination on time.
To reach San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it takes around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to SFO:

Arriving at Sacramento International Airport (SMF)

Consider a stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG after arriving from your San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight. It's only a short drive from SMF and a comfy option if you'd like to relax as soon as possible.
Grab a Sacramento International Airport rental car and discover Sacramento and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Budget are well-known companies you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Sacramento International Airport about two weeks before your trip.

When to fly to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)

It's time to plan your dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Sacramento. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Sacramento, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SFO to SMF in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) on average.

Explore more of the United States

Sacramento has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 145 kilometres south of Sacramento, a visit to San Jose will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in the United States, head for San Francisco, about 121 kilometres south-west of Sacramento. Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island are among its highlights.