Travelling from Lihue Airport (LIH) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Lihue Airport to Sacramento International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Sacramento is UTC-8, which is two hours ahead of Lihue.
You can take your pick of three weekly Lihue Airport to Sacramento International Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LIH to SMF flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Alaska Airlines is your ticket to exploring Sacramento (and maybe even some other exciting parts of the United States!). Browse the direct flights from Lihue Airport to Sacramento International Airport offered by this airline.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Alaska Airlines.
Alaska Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates LIH to SMF flights, with 67.74% of its services landing on time.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lihue Airport to Sacramento International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LIH and SMF:
San Francisco International Airport
Honolulu International Airport
Maui Kahului Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lihue Airport (LIH) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Lihue Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight is Rs49,166. A return plane ticket right now is Rs102,870. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from LIH to SMF. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from Lihue Airport to Sacramento International Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from LIH to SMF.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Lihue Airport to Sacramento International Airport.
Handy information about Lihue Airport (LIH)
LIH is located at 3901 Mokulele Lap, Box 6.
86% of flights leaving Lihue Airport land at their destination on schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of LIH.
To get to Lihue Airport from central Lihue, it takes around 5 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 3 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 10 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Lihue Airport to Sacramento International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to LIH:
Arriving at Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Get off your Lihue Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight and jump into your hotel bed soon after. If you're looking for a comfy option a short journey from SMF, unpack your bags at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG.
Follow your own route with a Sacramento International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and chase adventure across Sacramento and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Sacramento International Airport around two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
From Sacramento International Airport, Sacramento is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
July is the busiest month for flights from Lihue Airport to Sacramento International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Sacramento in March.
The warmest month in Sacramento is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 39ºC. Lock in your flights from Lihue Airport to Sacramento International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LIH to SMF in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC and 17ºC then.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Sacramento, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel around 145 kilometres south to San Jose to tick off its leading attractions. From Winchester Mystery House to The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
San Francisco is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Sacramento. No journey is complete without visiting Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island.
