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$157 Find Cheap Flights from Sacramento to San Francisco

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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to San Francisco

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Sacramento to San Francisco that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to San Francisco

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Sacramento to San Francisco.
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United Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 7:15 amSMF-SFO
1h 05mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 9:41 amSFO-SMF
0h 56mnonstop
$179United Airlines
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Thu, Jul 10 - Sun, Jul 20
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:49 pm - 2:30 pmSMF-SFO
19h 41m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:30 am - 10:00 amSFO-SMF
25h 30m1 stop
$201Alaska Airlines
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Mon, Apr 28 - Mon, May 12
Alaska Airlines Logo
3:03 pm - 9:30 pmSMF-SFO
6h 27m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:30 am - 10:44 pmSFO-SMF
14h 14m1 stop
$231Alaska Airlines
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Sat, May 10 - Wed, May 14
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:30 pmSMF-SFO
15h 30m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:43 pmSFO-SMF
16h 43m1 stop
$232Alaska Airlines
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Sat, May 10 - Sat, May 31
United Airlines Logo
3:55 pm - 5:05 pmSMF-SFO
1h 10mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 2:26 pmSFO-SMF
0h 56mnonstop
$238United Airlines
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Thu, May 1 - Sun, May 4
United Airlines Logo
5:15 am - 6:16 amSMF-SFO
1h 01mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
10:58 pm - 11:59 pmSFO-SMF
1h 01mnonstop
$239United Airlines
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Sat, May 10 - Wed, May 14
United Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 6:47 amSMF-SFO
1h 02mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
6:47 pm - 7:38 pmSFO-SMF
0h 51mnonstop
$244United Airlines
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Sun, Apr 20 - Sat, Jun 21
United Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 6:47 amSMF-SFO
1h 02mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
8:27 am - 9:26 amSFO-SMF
0h 59mnonstop
$259United Airlines
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Fri, Apr 18 - Sat, Apr 19
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:49 pm - 11:42 pmSMF-SFO
4h 53m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:57 pm - 10:00 amSFO-SMF
12h 03m1 stop
$270Alaska Airlines
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Thu, May 1 - Sun, May 4
American Airlines Logo
12:11 pm - 9:14 pmSMF-SFO
9h 03m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:31 am - 4:35 pmSFO-SMF
10h 04m1 stop
$343American Airlines
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Sat, Apr 26 - Sat, May 3

Expert advice for your flight from Sacramento to San Francisco

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Lufthansa's Economy Light is ideal for trips without checked luggage, offering savings.


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United offers Priority Boarding to Zone 2, ensuring overhead bin space availability.


United's Economy Plus seats provide up to six inches more legroom than standard economy.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Sacramento to San Francisco flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sacramento to San Francisco to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.
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Planning a trip from Sacramento to San Francisco? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to San Francisco?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Sacramento to San Francisco clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
For Sacramento to San Francisco, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from San Francisco back to Sacramento, the best deals are generally found on Sunday, with Tuesday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to San Francisco?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sacramento to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Sacramento to San Francisco is May, where tickets cost $218 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $283 and $258 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Sacramento to San Francisco?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops layover the cheapest option at $1,520 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sacramento to San Francisco?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sacramento to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Sacramento to San Francisco, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

December

High season

September

Cheapest flight

$157
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 2% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flight from Sacramento to San Francisco

When to book flights from Sacramento to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sacramento to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Sacramento to San Francisco

  • What services does Alaska Airlines offer on economy class flights from Sacramento to San Francisco?

    Alaska Airlines offers a range of in-flight entertainment options for Economy Class passengers, including movies, TV shows, and games, which can be accessed via seatback screens or personal devices. Most Alaska Airlines Economy Class seats are also equipped with standard and USB power outlets to charge electronic devices.

  • How do I get from San Francisco Airport to the city center?

    The Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) system offers a direct connection from SFO to downtown San Francisco and other Bay Area destinations. You can take the BART from the International Terminal to Downtown San Francisco in around 30 minutes. You can also take a taxi, Lyft, or Uber ride directly to Downtown San Francisco. This is the fastest option and takes around 20-30 minutes, depending on traffic.

  • What services are offered to passengers with reduced mobility on Spirit Airlines flights from Sacramento to San Francisco?

    Spirit Airlines offers wheelchair service to passengers who require assistance during boarding, deplaning, and ground transportation. Passengers with reduced mobility can request a suitable seat on flights from Sacramento to San Francisco. Passengers are advised to reach out to the airlines prior to the departure date to ensure quality of services.

  • What is the baggage policy on United Airlines flights from Sacramento to San Francisco?

    The baggage policy on United Airlines flights varies based on the cabin class and loyalty status of the passenger. For flights from Sacramento to San Francisco, no checked luggage is included in the ticket fee and must be purchased separately. Additional fees apply for extra checked bags or overweight and oversized luggage.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sacramento to San Francisco?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sacramento to San Francisco was $157 for a one-way ticket and $179 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Sacramento and San Francisco?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Sacramento to San Francisco. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Sacramento to San Francisco?

    On your way to San Francisco, you’ll fly out from Sacramento Intl. You’ll be landing at San Francisco.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Sacramento to San Francisco?

    Alaska Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, and American Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Sacramento to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sacramento to San Francisco?

    The Airbus A330-200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Sacramento to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sacramento to San Francisco?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Sacramento and San Francisco.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Sacramento to San Francisco?

    There are nonstop flights from Sacramento to San Francisco on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sacramento to San Francisco?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sacramento to San Francisco.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sacramento to San Francisco?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Sacramento is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sacramento to San Francisco?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to Sacramento with another airline. Booking your flights between Sacramento and SFO can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sacramento to San Francisco?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from Sacramento up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Sacramento to San Francisco

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $252 or less one-way and $622 or less round-trip.
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) serves several nearby cities in addition to San Francisco. Some of the closest cities that are easily accessible from SFO include San Bruno, South San Francisco, Millbrae, Burlingame, and Pacifica.
  • American Airlines offers several services to families with kids on flights from Sacramento to San Francisco. Families traveling with children under 2 years old can ask to board early at the gate. The airline also ensures that families will sit together for free. This applies to families with kids who are 14 and under.
  • Sacramento International Airport (SMF) serves as a base for several airlines, including Southwest Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Both Southwest Airlines and Alaska Airlines offer a variety of services at Sacramento International Airport (SMF) for passengers on flights from Sacramento to San Francisco, including check-in and baggage drop kiosks, ticket counters, TSA PreCheck, and airport lounges.
  • Frontier Airlines lets pets travel on board on flights from Sacramento to San Francisco. Domesticated pets are allowed in the cabin with passengers. It's crucial to remember that there are particular procedures for bringing pets on board, such as getting a pet carrier and signing the animal up in advance.
  • JetBlue has taken several steps to reduce its carbon emissions and promote sustainability on flights from Sacramento to San Francisco. Some of the initiatives include introducing fuel-efficient and emissions-reducing aircraft into its fleet and investing in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
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Prefer to fly direct from Sacramento to San Francisco?

Find which airlines fly direct from Sacramento Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Sacramento Intl to San Francisco

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

ANA, Air Canada, +7 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

ANA, Air Canada, +7 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

ANA, Air Canada, +7 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

ANA, Air Canada, +7 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

ANA, Air Canada, +7 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

ANA, Air Canada, +7 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

ANA, Air Canada, +7 more

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Direct returns

San Francisco to Sacramento Intl

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +5 more

ANA, Air Canada, +6 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

ANA, Air Canada, +7 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +5 more

ANA, Air Canada, +6 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

ANA, Air Canada, +7 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +6 more

ANA, Air Canada, +7 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +5 more

ANA, Air Canada, +6 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +5 more

ANA, Air Canada, +6 more

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Top airline flying from Sacramento to San Francisco

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Sacramento to San Francisco. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Sacramento to San Francisco? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 8629 reviews
7.7Boarding
8.1Crew
7.3Comfort
7.1Entertainment
6.6Food
Airline reviews

The gate was too far away for the connecting flight

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Mar 2025LAX - SFO
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The gate was too far away for the connecting flight

Generally good. The aisles have gotten narrower which can slow down boarding. Flight crew was great! Healthier complimentary snacks would be appreciated. Due to earthquake in San Francisco we had to circle in air space for a bit but then had a smooth landing. I laud the flight crew for their patience ;)

headphone jack didnt work for the first flight and not much variety

The agents was very rude and they charged me $50 for a carry-on bag saying that it was too big and then I saw someone going on a plane with the same size bag as me

For the most part united was a good experience, how ever when they came by with the snacks and water, they completely passed by my wife and I. As we were in separate rows. On a 5 hr flight we were not offered water

Fantastic crew. Flight was delayed at last minute but we were given updates every 20 minutes and the crew was so friendly and considerate. I miss the touch screens on the back of the seats, wish they would bring that back though.

Beijing PEK to SFO. I had an economy seat on this flight. The seat comfort was acceptable. My main complaint is with the FA’s lack of personality and absence from servicing the plane, specifically restroom care (I wish I could share a pic of the restroom that I captured) and care of travelers—drink cart/availability of drinks. I'm amazed at the level of service on other International travel where a passenger is most often appreciated.

Awful. Worst airline I have ever been on. Crew were among the rudest people I have ever dealt with. United staff members were rude and disrespectful. My flight was delayed, causing me to miss a connecting flight. I understand things happen, but when staff start lying about what actually happened, that is when I have an issue. Just be honest, really it isn’t that hard. I’m being very honest with this review and I don’t find this difficult what so ever. In fact, because of United Airlines, my Christmas holiday was off to a really rocky start. As someone who has traveled across the world, it has only been United that I have had a truly awful experience.

Good flight. On time. Boarding and seating was easy. Crew were really friendly, yet professional. Bathroom (by cockpit) was small but serviceable. Some the seats were showing some notable wear & tear, but were comfy. Very happy UA customer. TY! 🤛🏽💗

We were delayed 3x and because I didn’t purchase my tickets directly from United Airlines I was told I Have to take care of it myself so I called Underpricer and they helped me but before I changed my flights I took the risk of sticking by what my tickets were and was lucky to have gotten on the original all flight with only 15 mins before take off. not sure if I will do this again

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