Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF): what you need to know
Around 55 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento International Airport.
Sacramento's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as San Francisco.
Flights from SFO to SMF start at 08:25 — the first with United Airlines. The latest departure is at 22:35 with United Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 30 weekly San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flights.
Your SFO to SMF flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
United Airlines is your ticket to exploring Sacramento (and perhaps some other great corners of United States!). Check out the direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento International Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline most travelers fly with on this route is United Airlines.
United Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating SFO to SMF flights, with 70.47% of its services landing on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between SFO and SMF:
Bob Hope Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
John Wayne Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
AED 222 is the lowest price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight. Return flights start from AED 654. These prices may change based on availability.
To get cheap tickets from SFO to SMF, book your journey eight months ahead of your departure.
July is the cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento International Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
77.36% of flights that take off from San Francisco International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 21 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to SFO? If you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Consider a stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas after your San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight. It's only a short drive from SMF and a handy option if you want to get some rest right away.
Pick up a Sacramento International Airport rental car and discover Sacramento and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Budget are leading providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Sacramento International Airport around two weeks before traveling.
Getting from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport to the center of Sacramento has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometers away.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento International Airport is May, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Sacramento based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Sacramento is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SFO to SMF around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
San Jose is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Sacramento. Around 145 kilometers away to the south, its top attractions include Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
Around 121 kilometers south-west of Sacramento, San Francisco is another favorite stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street.
