Travelling from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Denver International Airport to Sacramento International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Sacramento is UTC-8, which is one hour behind Denver.
Flights from DEN to SMF start from 05:25 — the earliest with Southwest Airlines. The last service of the day is at 22:55 with Southwest Airlines. Overall, there are 59 weekly Denver International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your DEN to SMF flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
With direct flights from Denver International Airport to Sacramento International Airport operated by a number of airlines, getting to Sacramento (and then other corners of the United States) is easy. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
Most travellers choose to travel with United on this route.
United is the most punctual carrier offering DEN to SMF flights. An impressive 88.05% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Denver International Airport to Sacramento International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between DEN and SMF include:
Harry Reid International Airport
Salt Lake City Airport
Boise Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Rs16,349 is the lowest price for a one-way Denver International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs22,442. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Book two months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from DEN to SMF.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Denver 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 for every month.
Snapping up cheap flights from DEN to SMF is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Denver International Airport to Sacramento International Airport.
Handy information about Denver International Airport (DEN)
DEN is located at 8500 Pena Boulevard.
Denver International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from DEN land on schedule 80% of the time.
Central Denver to Denver International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Need a place to stay before your flight from Denver International Airport to Sacramento International Airport? Consider Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport. Enjoy a good night's sleep here before heading to DEN.
Arriving at Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
After your Denver International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight has landed, kick back at a nearby hotel. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG is a great option that's not too far from SMF.
Begin your adventure 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.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Sacramento International Airport about two weeks before your trip.
When to fly to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Denver International Airport to Sacramento International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Sacramento. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Sacramento is July, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 39ºC. Book your flights from Denver International Airport to Sacramento International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DEN to SMF in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC and 17ºC then.
Explore more of the United States
Sacramento has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 145 kilometres south of Sacramento, a trip to San Jose will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of the United States, head for San Francisco, roughly 121 kilometres south-west of Sacramento. Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island are key highlights.
