Travelling from San Jose to Sacramento: what you need to know
Start your adventure at Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC), the main airport in San Jose. Look for flights from San Jose to Sacramento that leave from this terminal.
When it comes to landing in Sacramento, Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is a key hub. Another is Stockton Airport (SCK).
Sacramento's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as San Jose.
Give yourself enough time to get on your San Jose to Sacramento flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a popular month like August, arrive at the terminal even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines will be longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose to Sacramento
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Flying from San Jose
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
Located around 5 kilometres from the centre of San Jose, SJC can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from San Jose to Sacramento, these accommodation options will have you nice and close to your departure gate:
84.69% of flights departing from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of SJC.
You'll find SJC at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
Arriving in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
The distance from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Hop off your flight from San Jose to Sacramento and jump into your hotel bed shortly after. If you want a convenient option a short drive from SMF, consider Not Here do not Book.
Grab a Sacramento International Airport rental car and explore Sacramento and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Budget are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Sacramento International Airport about two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Airport (SCK)
Once your flight from San Jose to Sacramento has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Sacramento is roughly 80 kilometres from Stockton Airport (SCK).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 3 hours 20 minutes.
The address for Stockton Airport is 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
Best time to go to Sacramento
May is the quietest month for flights from San Jose to Sacramento, while August is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Sacramento based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your San Jose to Sacramento tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Sacramento, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 37ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from San Jose to Sacramento in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 17ºC.
More about Sacramento
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Sacramento right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from San Jose to Sacramento:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Old Sacramento State Historic Park, Crocker Art Museum and Discovery Park are top attractions which should feature on any good Sacramento itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Sacramento has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States you should also see. Around 145 kilometres south of Sacramento, a trip to San Jose will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
San Francisco is another standout destination in United States and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Sacramento. No journey is complete without a visit to Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street.
