Flying from Dallas to Sacramento International Airport (SMF): What you need to know
Begin your travels at one of Dallas's main airports, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) or Dallas Love Field (DAL). Check out your options for booking a flight from Dallas to Sacramento International Airport (SMF) departing from either of these.
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 45 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Dallas to Sacramento International Airport flight.
The timezone in Sacramento is UTC-8, which is two hours behind Dallas. Sacramento International Airport is located in Sacramento.
The most popular route is from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF), with 35 direct services every week. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from DFW to SMF is the 8:07am American Airlines option. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the final departure is at 10:55pm with American Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from Dallas to SMF, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Popular months like July or holiday periods such as Christmas and New Year will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart idea.
Airports in Dallas
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Get there in one go from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Nonstop flights from Dallas to Sacramento International Airport (SMF) can be booked from here.
American Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Dallas to Sacramento International Airport jetting out of DFW.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with American Airlines from DFW to SMF.
With 68.74% of services landing on schedule, American Airlines is the top on-time carrier on this route.
The journey from central Dallas to DFW takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Dallas to Sacramento International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights departing from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, 72% arrive on time at their destination.
The address for DFW is 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field (DAL)
You can book a direct Dallas to Sacramento International Airport (SMF) plane ticket out of Dallas Love Field (DAL). Check if flying out of DAL makes more sense for your journey.
Take a direct flight from Dallas to SMF with Southwest Airlines. This is one of the main airlines that operates this route out of DAL.
On the DAL to SMF route, Southwest Airlines is the preferred choice of many.
Southwest Airlines is rated the most punctual carrier operating flights between Dallas Love Field and Sacramento International Airport.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Dallas to DAL in around 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 13 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your Dallas to SMF flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Dallas Love Field:
74% of flights out of Dallas Love Field arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find DAL at 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
About Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
After your flight from Dallas to Sacramento International Airport has touched down, unwind and relax at a nearby hotel. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG is a good option just a short drive from SMF.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride around two weeks ahead of your Dallas to Sacramento International Airport flight.
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Getting from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Sacramento. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Rs22,765 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Dallas to Sacramento International Airport. Return flights start from Rs46,188. These fares can change based on availability.
Get cheap flights from Dallas to SMF by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding the biggest deals.
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The best time to fly from Dallas to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Dallas to Sacramento International Airport (SMF). July is the busiest month to travel to Sacramento. If crowds aren't your thing, go in December.
Before locking in your Dallas to SMF plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Sacramento, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 39ºC.
January has temperatures of between 2ºC and 17ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Dallas to Sacramento International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Sacramento
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Sacramento right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Dallas to Sacramento International Airport:
You'll find plenty of terrific things to do in Sacramento when you're ready to go sightseeing. Make your way to California State Railroad Museum followed by Old Sacramento State Historic Park and Crocker Art Museum.
Explore more of the United States
San Jose is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Sacramento. Around 153 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in the United States, head for San Francisco, roughly 129 kilometres southwest of Sacramento. Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island are highlights.
