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Flight deals from San Francisco International to Sacramento

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from AED 830. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Sacramento.AED 238 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jun 2.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Tue, Jun 2, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 238, select.

Sacramento.AED 330 per passenger.Departing Tue, May 26.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Tue, May 26, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 330, select.

Sacramento.AED 481 per passenger.Departing Wed, Aug 26.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Wed, Aug 26, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 481, select.

Sacramento.AED 496 per passenger.Departing Wed, Sep 30.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Wed, Sep 30, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 496, select.

Sacramento.AED 521 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jul 4.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Sat, Jul 4, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 521, select.

Sacramento.AED 625 per passenger.Departing Wed, Nov 11.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Wed, Nov 11, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 625, select.

Sacramento.AED 635 per passenger.Departing Wed, Oct 14.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Wed, Oct 14, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 635, select.

Sacramento.AED 853 per passenger.Departing Sat, Nov 7.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departing from San Francisco International on Sat, Nov 7, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 853, select.

Sacramento.AED 855 per passenger.Departing Wed, Aug 26.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departing from San Francisco International on Wed, Aug 26, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 855, select.

Sacramento.AED 855 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 1.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departing from San Francisco International on Wed, Jul 1, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 855, select.

Sacramento.AED 855 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jun 8.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departing from San Francisco International on Mon, Jun 8, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 855, select.

Sacramento.AED 856 per passenger.Departing Tue, May 26.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departing from San Francisco International on Tue, May 26, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 856, select.

Sacramento.AED 856 per passenger.Departing Sat, Oct 3.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departing from San Francisco International on Sat, Oct 3, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 856, select.

Sacramento.AED 857 per passenger.Departing Fri, Sep 11.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departing from San Francisco International on Fri, Sep 11, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 857, select.

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

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San Francisco to Sacramento: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	AED 238
Cheapest month to fly	June
Average flight time	1 hr, 3 mins
Most popular airline	United
Average flights per week	171

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

How many airports are there in Sacramento?

There are 3 airports in Sacramento: Sacramento International, Sacramento Stockton and Concord.

How much are round-trip flights from San Francisco International to Sacramento?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from San Francisco International to Sacramento is AED 722. 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?

1 hour and 3 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Sacramento.

Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco International to Sacramento?

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

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

There are 171 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Sacramento, as of May 2026.

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

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

What's the cheapest airport to fly to in Sacramento?

If you're flying from San Francisco International Airport, the cheapest airport near Sacramento is Sacramento International – which is 15.6 km away from the center of Sacramento. We've found flights to this airport from AED 722.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento 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 on Wednesday, May 27, 2026.

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

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 3 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento?

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 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.

What’s the weather like in Sacramento?

In May, the average temperature is usually around 19°C. July is typically the warmest month in Sacramento, when it usually averages around 37°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is February.

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

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

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

The average time for a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento is 1 hour 10 minutes.
San Francisco (the location of San Francisco International Airport) and Sacramento follow the same timezone — UTC-8.
With 28 weekly flights between the two airports, San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is the most popular route. United Airlines operates the earliest flight at 08:25. If you'd like to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last flight from SFO to SMF is with United Airlines at 23:00.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your SFO to Sacramento flight.
Traveling during a popular month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Begin your trip at SFO and fly straight to Sacramento International Airport (SMF). That's where you can expect to land when searching for San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento tickets.
Take to the skies with United Airlines. This leading carrier offers direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento.
Located around 18 kilometers from the center of San Francisco, SFO can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Traveling on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to SFO:
78% of flights leaving from San Francisco International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

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

The lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento flight is AED 238. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 722. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap flights from SFO to Sacramento by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The best month for finding cheap San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
There's no need to check in daily to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an updated deal for cheap flights from SFO to Sacramento.
Find a cheap flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Sacramento

Sacramento International Airport (SMF)

The distance from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento is roughly 19 kilometers. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the center driving.
Getting to the center on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Hop off your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento and be snoozing in your hotel bed soon after. If you're searching for a convenient option that's not too far from SMF, consider Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Sacramento International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from SFO to Sacramento.
You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.

Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK)

Once your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento has hit the runway, you can get to the city center in around 55 minutes by car. Central Sacramento is roughly 72 kilometers from Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK).
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
After getting off your SFO to Sacramento flight, settle in at a hotel close to SCK. Consider checking in to Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast by IHG. Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton is another option where you can rest up before exploring the city.
The address for Stockton Metropolitan Airport is 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.

Best time to go to Sacramento

July is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Sacramento in December.
The warmest month in Sacramento is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Lock in your San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to Sacramento in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).

More about Sacramento

Once you've booked your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sacramento:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Old Sacramento State Historic Park, California State Railroad Museum and Crocker Art Museum are attractions you won't want to skip in Sacramento.

Explore more of the United States

San Jose is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Sacramento. Around 145 kilometers away to the south, its top attractions include Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
Around 121 kilometers southwest of Sacramento, San Francisco is another essential stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island.