Cheap flights from SMF to SAN (Sacramento Intl. to San Diego Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from SMF to SAN starting at $54 One Way, $109 Round Trip

Prices starting at $109 for return flights and $54 for one-way flights to San Diego Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sat, May 23 - Tue, May 26
SMF
Sacramento
SAN
San Diego
$109 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$109
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 23 from Sacramento to San Diego, returning Tue, May 26, priced at $109 found 7 hours ago
Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28
SMF
Sacramento
SAN
San Diego
$111 Roundtrip, just found
$111
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Apr 21 from Sacramento to San Diego, returning Tue, Apr 28, priced at $111 just found
Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28
SMF
Sacramento
SAN
San Diego
$112 Roundtrip, just found
$112
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Apr 21 from Sacramento to San Diego, returning Tue, Apr 28, priced at $112 just found
Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28
SMF
Sacramento
SAN
San Diego
$113 Roundtrip, just found
$113
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Apr 21 from Sacramento to San Diego, returning Tue, Apr 28, priced at $113 just found
Sat, Apr 25 - Tue, Apr 28
SMF
Sacramento
SAN
San Diego
$143 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$143
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Apr 25 from Sacramento to San Diego, returning Tue, Apr 28, priced at $143 found 17 hours ago

Hotel Ideas near San Diego Intl.

Airport Hotels near San Diego Intl.

Sheraton San Diego Resort

Sheraton San Diego Resort

4 out of 5
1380 Harbor Island Dr San Diego CA
$163 nightly
The price is $188 total per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
$188 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,389 reviews)
Can’t wait to see Bay Tower’s remodeled pool area. We will be back!

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

Sheraton San Diego Resort
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
$182 nightly
The price is $211 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$211 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (6,058 reviews)
Parking is so expensive. Other than that, it was a nice place.

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

3 out of 5
1617 1st Avenue San Diego CA
$127 nightly
The price is $147 total per night from Apr 23 to Apr 24
$147 total
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,249 reviews)
Shout out to Elijah for a warm welcome and friendly check in/out. Loved the other staffs too, they answered all my questions and fulfilled all of my requests. Room was nice and clean. Overall it was a great stay at a great location

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In San Diego

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
$283 nightly
The price is $325 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$325 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,472 reviews)
Great location, nice amenities, friendly staff, clean room

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas

3 out of 5
411 Hotel Circle South San Diego CA
$82 nightly
The price is $94 total per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
$94 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,330 reviews)
The hotel was mostly fine. It provided us with basic amenities that we needed for a two-night stay. However, one morning I folded some CLEAN clothes and put them in one of the drawers along with a backpack with my laptop in it. When we got back to the hotel that night, the backpack with my laptop ...

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

Best Western Seven Seas
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

4 out of 5
207 5th Ave San Diego CA
$237 nightly
The price is $274 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$274 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,430 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

San Diego Hotels With Airport Transportation

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
$182 nightly
The price is $211 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$211 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (6,058 reviews)
Parking is so expensive. Other than that, it was a nice place.

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Sheraton San Diego Resort

Sheraton San Diego Resort

4 out of 5
1380 Harbor Island Dr San Diego CA
$163 nightly
The price is $188 total per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
$188 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,389 reviews)
Can’t wait to see Bay Tower’s remodeled pool area. We will be back!

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

Sheraton San Diego Resort
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

2.5 out of 5
1955 San Diego Ave San Diego CA
$136 nightly
The price is $156 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$156 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,066 reviews)
Staff were amazing. Especially Nick, our unofficial tour guide.

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced San Diego Hotels

Pleasant Inn

Pleasant Inn

2.5 out of 5
5550 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego CA
$94 nightly
The price is $107 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$107 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,345 reviews)
The front desk staff was super nice and helpful. We were staying close to Scripps Hospital for a procedure and this location was great for that. The room was very clean and quiet.

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

Pleasant Inn
E-Z 8 Motel Old Town

E-Z 8 Motel Old Town

2.5 out of 5
4747 Pacific Highway San Diego CA
$70 nightly
The price is $81 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$81 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free parking, WiFi (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
6.6/10 (2,092 reviews)
Going to be honest, this was one of the worst places I’ve stayed. The staff were friendly and did their best, but the hotel itself was very dirty and poorly maintained. There was constant noise, especially trains passing by throughout the night, which made it hard to sleep. The area also felt unsafe ...

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

E-Z 8 Motel Old Town
Kings Inn San Diego

Kings Inn San Diego

2.5 out of 5
1333 Hotel Cir S San Diego CA
$108 nightly
The price is $124 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$124 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,639 reviews)
Might be ok for some but this place not for me

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

Kings Inn San Diego
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in San Diego

Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel

3.5 out of 5
998 W Mission Bay Dr San Diego CA
$263 nightly
The price is $303 total per night from Apr 22 to Apr 23
$303 total
Apr 22 - Apr 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,929 reviews)
Going though a breakup and needed some time for myself. From the rooms to th amenities and the bike I rented….couldnt have been better

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

Bahia Resort Hotel
The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay

3.5 out of 5
1710 W Mission Bay Dr San Diego CA
$204 nightly
The price is $234 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$234 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a marina, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,195 reviews)
Room was dated and smelled of mold, gym had broken equipment (of all the exercise machines only 2 could be used), grounds are well maintained and staff are friendly.

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

The Dana on Mission Bay
Catamaran Resort and Spa

Catamaran Resort and Spa

4 out of 5
3999 Mission Boulevard San Diego CA
$300 nightly
The price is $345 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$345 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,201 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pool, game room, on the beach, bicycle rentals

Travelers say...
Great location for PB. Easy to walk to the store, beach, and restaurants. Food and beverages staff at the resort were meh. Pool bar was never open. Front desk staff had the best customer service and were the most friendly.

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

Catamaran Resort and Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

SMF to SAN Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
SMF Address & GPS
Address:
6900 Airport Boulevard
Sacramento CA, 95837
United States
IATA Code:
SMF
Longitude:
-121.593695
Latitude:
38.692283
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles
SAN Address & GPS
Address:
Airport Drive
San Diego CA, 92101
United States
IATA Code:
SAN
Longitude:
-117.197312
Latitude:
32.731938
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Diego Airport?
Yes, if you're cruising the skies from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Diego Airport, you'll only have one flight number to keep in mind. And even better — there are 3 airlines that offer direct services for you to choose from. Recommended ones include:

  • Southwest Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • Frontier Airlines

What is the shortest flight from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to San Diego Airport?
It can take just 1 hour and 30 minutes to get from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to SAN. Kick back and enjoy the ride, because you'll be landing before you know it.
How many hours flight from SMF to SAN?
It takes an average of just 1 hour and 31 minutes to get from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to SAN. With such a short flight time, you'll have to leave that binge-viewing for a longer trip.
What airlines have the most flights from Sacramento Airport to San Diego Airport?
Escaping on vacation is one of life's biggest pleasures, but how you arrive at your destination should be just as enjoyable. Book your flight from Sacramento Airport to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) with Frontier Airlines (F9). One of the most popular airlines, it offers 15 flights on this route every month. Alaska Airlines (AS) also operates services from Sacramento to San Diego. It's another great option and offers 108 flights monthly.

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