Travelling from Albany International Airport (ALB) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF): what you need to know
Sacramento is three hours behind Albany and observes the UTC-7 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your ALB to SMF flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Albany International Airport to Sacramento International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between ALB and SMF:
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Albany International Airport (ALB) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Albany International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight is Rs52,795. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs105,310. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ALB to SMF if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Albany International Airport to Sacramento International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Albany International Airport to Sacramento International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Albany International Airport (ALB)
ALB is located at 737 Albany-Shaker Road.
When it comes to Albany International Airport's on-time performance, 73.92% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Albany International Airport from central Albany, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to ALB? If you've booked an early flight from Albany International Airport to Sacramento International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Once your Albany International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight has landed, relax at a hotel close by. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas is a comfortable option that's not too far from SMF.
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Sacramento International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget to explore Sacramento and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Sacramento International Airport about two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento
The address for SMF is 6900 Airport Boulevard.
From Sacramento International Airport, Sacramento is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 25 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
The quietest month for a flight from Albany International Airport to Sacramento International Airport is May, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Sacramento based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Albany International Airport to Sacramento International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Sacramento during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 37ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 17ºC. Search for cheap tickets from ALB to SMF sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Sacramento, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey around 145 kilometres south to San Jose to check off its popular sights. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another side of United States, consider San Francisco, roughly 121 kilometres south-west of Sacramento. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are the start of reasons to visit.
