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San Diego.P4,963 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Nov, returning Tue, 11 Nov.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from San Diego International on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P4,963, select.
San Diego.P5,491 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Oct, returning Mon, 27 Oct.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Mon, 27 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Mon, 27 Oct, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P5,491, select.
San Diego.P5,498 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Oct, returning Tue, 4 Nov.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P5,498, select.
San Diego.P5,504 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Dec, returning Tue, 23 Dec.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Mon, 22 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Tue, 23 Dec, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P5,504, select.
San Diego.P7,767 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Nov, returning Mon, 1 Dec.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Thu, 27 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P7,767, select.
San Diego.P8,183 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Sep, returning Fri, 3 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Sun, 28 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 3 Oct, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,183, select.
San Diego.P8,354 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Dec, returning Sat, 3 Jan.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Sat, 13 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Sat, 3 Jan, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,354, select.
San Diego.P8,639 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Jan, returning Sun, 18 Jan.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Sacramento International on Sat, 10 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Sun, 18 Jan, arriving in Sacramento International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,639, select.

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

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sacramento International to San Diego flights are currently cheapest in November.
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from P5,491
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from P4,963
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Direct flights from Sacramento International to San Diego

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Sacramento to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP4,963
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time1 hr, 35 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week261

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

There are 2 airports in San Diego: San Diego International and McClellan-Palomar.
The best price we found for a return flight from Sacramento International to San Diego is P4,963. 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.
1 hour and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Sacramento International to San Diego.
Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines and American Airlines fly direct from Sacramento International to San Diego.
As of September 2025, there are 223 flights per week flying from Sacramento International to San Diego.
The cheapest month to fly from Sacramento International to San Diego is usually November.
If you're flying from Sacramento International Airport, the cheapest airport near San Diego is San Diego International – which is 4.1 km away from the centre of San Diego. We've found flights into this airport from P4,963.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sacramento International Airport to San Diego on Tuesday, 4 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 35 minutes.
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 San Diego 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In September, the average temperature is usually around 22°C. August is typically the warmest month in San Diego, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 10°C. The rainiest month is February.
Currently, Hawaiian Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego.

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

  • Book a direct flight from Sacramento International Airport to San Diego and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • Sacramento (the location of Sacramento International Airport) and San Diego are in the same timezone — UTC-7.

  • The most popular route is from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to San Diego International Airport (SAN). You can choose from 70 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SMF to SAN is the 05:55 Southwest Airlines option. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 21:05 with Southwest Airlines.

  • To avoid rushing for your SMF to San Diego flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.

  • You can book a direct Sacramento International Airport to San Diego ticket. Begin your trip at SMF and land at San Diego International Airport (SAN).

  • Be on the lookout for offers from Southwest Airlines. This airline has direct flights from Sacramento International Airport to San Diego.

  • SMF is about 14 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.

  • Booking a hotel room for the night can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you're looking for a place to stay before your flight from Sacramento International Airport to San Diego, consider Not Here do not Book. It's a quick drive from SMF.

  • Sacramento International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 82.15% of flights that depart SMF reach their destination on time.

  • You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.

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

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to San Diego flight is P2,728. The cheapest price for a return flight is P4,963. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Book one month before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from SMF to San Diego.

  • May is the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Sacramento International Airport to San Diego tickets. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Picking up a cheap flight from SMF to San Diego is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Sacramento International Airport to San Diego by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) is around 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 10 minutes.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 20 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Sacramento International Airport to San Diego. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SAN instead:

  • Grab a San Diego International Airport rental car and explore San Diego and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Budget are popular providers to choose from here.

  • Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from San Diego International Airport about two weeks before your flight from SMF to San Diego.

  • SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • After your flight from Sacramento International Airport to San Diego has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central San Diego is roughly 56 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD).

  • If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 2 hours 15 minutes.

  • There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near CLD. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your SMF to San Diego flight at any of these well-located options:

  • Budget, Hertz and Avis make picking up a McClellan-Palomar Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.

  • In general, the sooner you book, the better the deals and choice of vehicles. Reserve your ride from CLD as soon as your plans are confirmed.

Best time to go to San Diego

  • Before securing your flights from Sacramento International Airport to San Diego, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in San Diego offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.

  • Lock in a Sacramento International Airport to San Diego plane ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • February sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from SMF to San Diego around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about San Diego

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in San Diego right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Sacramento International Airport to San Diego:

  • USS Midway Museum and San Diego Zoo are just two of the major attractions to put on your San Diego to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out SeaWorld San Diego.

Explore more of United States

  • You've done San Diego, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel around 177 kilometres north-west to Los Angeles to check off its popular sights. From Griffith Observatory to The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • If you're ready to explore another side of United States, consider Phoenix, about 483 kilometres east of San Diego. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are among the biggest draws.

Plan the rest of your trip from Sacramento to San Diego

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