Travelling from Sacramento to Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX): What you need to know
Planning your trip begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Sacramento. Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Sacramento to Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX) taking off from here.
The timezone in Oaxaca is UTC-6, which is one hour ahead of Sacramento. Xoxocotlan Airport is located in Oaxaca.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Sacramento to OAX. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Whether you'd like to visit a new place on the way or just have a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To check out your options leaving from Sacramento International Airport (SMF), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Sacramento to OAX.
The journey from central Sacramento to SMF takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Get your flight from Sacramento to Xoxocotlan Airport off to a stress-free start. Just a quick drive from Sacramento International Airport, stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas and you'll be well-rested for the journey ahead.
Sacramento International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from SMF arrive on schedule 82.15% of the time.
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Airport (SCK)
SCK is around 88 kilometres from central Sacramento. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 3 hours 20 minutes.
Start your holiday early by booking a night near Stockton Airport before your Sacramento to OAX flight. Top stays include Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast and Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton.
When it comes to flight punctuality, Stockton Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 55.67%.
SCK is located at 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
About Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Sacramento to Xoxocotlan Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near OAX:
Pick up a Xoxocotlan Airport rental car and discover Oaxaca and beyond with your own wheels. MEX, Economy and Europcar are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Sacramento to Xoxocotlan Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX) to central Oaxaca
Xoxocotlan Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Oaxaca. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX)
Currently, RM1,549 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to Xoxocotlan Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,657. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Sacramento to OAX. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Cheap Sacramento to Xoxocotlan Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's a better deal on plane tickets from Sacramento to OAX.
Chase down a great fare on a flight from Sacramento to Xoxocotlan Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Sacramento to Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to Oaxaca. July is when most people book flights from Sacramento to Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Oaxaca is April, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Sacramento to OAX plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Sacramento to Xoxocotlan Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
More about Oaxaca
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Oaxaca right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Sacramento to Xoxocotlan Airport:
Your trip to Oaxaca isn't complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions you won't want to miss include Guelaguetza, Centro Histórico de Oaxaca de Juárez and Jardín Etnobotánico de Oaxaca.
Explore more of Mexico
Oaxaca will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Mexico waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres north-west of Oaxaca, a trip to Puebla will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Zócalo de Puebla and Centro Histórico de Puebla.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Mexico, head for Veracruz, roughly 257 kilometres north of Oaxaca. Veracruz Cathedral, San Juan de Ulúan and Malecón Veracruz Puerto are highlights.
