Travelling from Phoenix to Sacramento International Airport (SMF): What you need to know
Kick off your journey at one of Phoenix's main airports, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) or Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA). Check out your options for booking a flight from Phoenix to Sacramento International Airport (SMF) departing from either of these.
Sacramento International Airport is located in Sacramento. The city's timezone is UTC-7 — the same as Phoenix.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Phoenix to SMF.
In high season, allow for longer wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Travelling from central Phoenix to SCF takes around 1 hour 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a convenient hotel near Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Phoenix to Sacramento International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Think about kicking off your trip from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). You can book a direct Phoenix to Sacramento International Airport (SMF) plane ticket from this popular hub.
From PHX, direct flights from Phoenix to SMF are offered by American Airlines.
American Airlines takes the lead in bookings on the PHX to SMF route.
If you're looking for a consistently punctual carrier, go with American Airlines. It has an on-time performance of 83.08% for flights between Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport and Sacramento International Airport.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Phoenix to PHX in around 35 minutes. The airport is roughly 8 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 10 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Phoenix to SMF flight? Kick back in a hotel near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Most flights that depart Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport get to their destination as expected. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 82.57%.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Planning to travel to AZA from the centre of Phoenix? The airport is located around 56 kilometres away, and getting there takes roughly 40 minutes by car.
Make catching an early Phoenix to Sacramento International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels close to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and get to your boarding gate without rushing:
The on-time performance rating of AZA is 78.65%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights from this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
You'll find Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Get off your flight from Phoenix to Sacramento International Airport and hop into your hotel bed shortly after. If you want a convenient option that's not too far from SMF, make your way to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas.
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sacramento International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Sacramento's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Phoenix to Sacramento International Airport flight.
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Getting from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport to the centre of Sacramento is about 14 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Sacramento International Airport is RM338. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM632. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Book one month before you want to travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Phoenix to SMF.
June is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Phoenix to Sacramento International Airport ticket. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Phoenix to Sacramento International Airport (SMF). August is the busiest month to travel to Sacramento. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in May.
Book a Phoenix to SMF plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sacramento to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Sacramento International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).
More about Sacramento
Start your Sacramento trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Phoenix to Sacramento International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are plenty of exciting things to do in Sacramento when you're ready to go sightseeing. Make your way to Old Sacramento Waterfront followed by Fright Planet - America's Haunted Theme Park and California State Railroad Museum.
Explore more of the United States
Sacramento is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 153 kilometres south of Sacramento, a trip to San Jose will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Japantown (San Jose), Winchester Mystery House and The Tech Museum of Innovation.
Around 129 kilometres south-west of Sacramento, San Francisco is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island.