Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Compare all flight tickets and find cheap flights from Sacramento to San Diego
The cheapest flights right now
Sacramento – San Diego
Outbound – Nov 25, 2026
direct
1h 30m Return – Nov 29, 2026
direct
1h 40m $445
today
Sacramento – San Diego
Outbound – Dec 3, 2026
direct
1h 35m Return – Dec 8, 2026
direct
1h 41m $116
yesterday
Sacramento – San Diego
Outbound – Dec 4, 2026
direct
1h 37m Return – Dec 7, 2026
direct
1h 38m $118
yesterday
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Today’s flight suggestion for Sacramento - San Diego
Outbound December 3, 2026 · Inbound December 7, 2026
Today’s suggestion
7:07 AM
SMF 8:42 AM
SAN1h 35m
Direct
8:06 AM
SAN 10:05 AM
SMF1h 59m
Direct
From $116
3:03 PM
SMF 4:40 PM
SAN1h 37m
Direct
8:14 PM
SAN 9:55 PM
SMF1h 41m
Direct
From $116
8:11 PM
SMF 9:50 PM
SAN1h 39m
Direct
12:29 PM
SAN 2:07 PM
SMF1h 38m
Direct
From $118
Cheapest flight tickets
$113
Average price of a round trip
$148
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
1h38
A flight from Sacramento to San Diego takes on average 1h38.
Best time
October
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to San Diego is October.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from Sacramento to San Diego
Check out our tips for booking your flight to San Diego (USA) from Sacramento (USA) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is August, with an average flight ticket price of $74 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of November, October and September.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 22 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is Alaska Airlines. A ticket from the airline Alaska Airlines to San Diego costs on average $145.
The airlines that offer the most flights are Alaska Airlines, Skywest Airlines and Southwest Airlines.
Price of flight tickets from Sacramento to San Diego
Here is some information and tips to know before booking your flight:
- Flight ticket prices range from $113 to $223
- The average price of a flight ticket is about $148
- Prices are lowest for stays in the month of August
- The month in which booking a ticket is cheaper is: November
info departure city :
Sacramento, USA
airports :
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Sacramento Executive Airport (SAC)
McClellan Airfield (MCC)
local time :
Sacramento is a city in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Sacramento, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 15°C, with a minimum of 10°C and a maximum of 21°C.
The city of Sacramento has 3 airport(s): Sacramento, Sacramento Executive and McClellan
destination info :
San Diego, USA
airports :
Lindbergh Field (SAN)
Montgomery Field (MYF)
NAS (NZY)
local time :
San Diego is in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In San Diego, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 20°C, with a minimum of 18°C and a maximum of 22°C.
The city of San Diego has 3 airport(s): Lindbergh Field, Montgomery Field and NAS
Useful info about San Diego
What is the least touristic period to go to San Diego?
If you want to visit San Diego during the least touristic period, choose the month of October.
What is the most popular time to travel to San Diego?
In San Diego, the most popular month is November. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from Sacramento to San Diego?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 22 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 4 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. The cheapest day to book a flight from Sacramento to San Diego is Thursday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between Sacramento and San Diego?
When you leave, you can leave from Sacramento, and you will arrive at Lindbergh Field.
How to reach Sacramento airport from the city centre?
The airport Sacramento is located 15 km, Sacramento Executive is located 7 km or McClellan is located 12 km from the city centre. You can access it by using public transportation, taking a taxi, or renting a car.
Are there other means of transportation to go from Sacramento to San Diego?
Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.
Are there big differences in weather between Sacramento and San Diego?
In summer, the average temperature is 21°C in San Diego and 25°C in Sacramento. The average rainfall in summer is 4 mm in San Diego and 2 mm in Sacramento. In summer, it is warmer in Sacramento and it rains less in Sacramento. In winter, it is colder in San Diego and it rains more in Sacramento.
