On this page, you can find and book flights for the San Francisco — Sacramento route. The distance between the cities is only 120 km, with a flight frequency of up to 12 flights per week.
Flights on this route are operated by United Airlines, Air Canada, and Lufthansa. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the low-fare calendar and reviewing the information on how to get to the airports in San Francisco and Sacramento.
The table shows direct flights San Francisco → Sacramento on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 5 min. Regular flights are operated by United Airlines, Air Canada and Lufthansa. Departures from San Francisco International Airport airports, arrivals at Sacramento International Airport and Stockton Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for San Francisco — Sacramento by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 292 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 734 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
San Francisco → Sacramento, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 650 | medium | May | AED 520 | low | Sep | AED 563 | low |
| Feb | AED 910 | high | Jun | AED 650 | medium | Oct | AED 606 | medium |
| Mar | AED 606 | medium | Jul | AED 476 | low | Nov | AED 715 | high |
| Apr | AED 563 | low | Aug | AED 563 | medium | Dec | AED 780 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
Sacramento's climate is characterized by hot, dry summers and cool winters. July is the warmest month, with average high temperatures of 36.6°C, while December is considered the coldest and rainiest period.
Flight costs depend significantly on the month of departure. The lowest prices are recorded in July — AED 344, while the most expensive month is December, when ticket prices start AED 750.
September is an ideal time for a trip, offering comfortable weather conditions and moderate prices. We recommend booking the winter holiday season in December and February in advance due to significant fare increases.
Three airlines operate on the San Francisco — Sacramento route, with a total of approximately 12 flights per week. The leading carriers providing regular service are United Airlines, Air Canada, and Lufthansa. You can find detailed information about departure days and available flight options for each airline in the interactive list below.
Flights San Francisco — Sacramento depart from San Francisco International Airport and arrive at Sacramento International Airport and Stockton Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The air distance between the cities is 120 km. The actual flight time is usually about 35–45 minutes, although the total travel time, including taxiing and takeoff, may be slightly longer.
Regular flights from San Francisco to Sacramento are operated by United Airlines, Air Canada, and Lufthansa. There are about 12 flights per week on this route.
Ticket prices change constantly. You can find the current lowest rates in the low-fare calendar and the price trends chart provided on this page.
All flights on this route arrive at Sacramento International Airport (SMF). You can check the specific arrival terminal in the flight details during the booking process.
To get the best price, we recommend purchasing tickets in advance, especially if you plan to fly in December or January, when demand is at its peak.
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