Flying from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
Cancun's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Cancun two hours ahead of Sacramento.
To ensure you get on your SMF to CUN flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sacramento International Airport to Cancun International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between SMF and CUN:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight is Rs51,990. A return fare is currently Rs115,475. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SMF to CUN if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Sacramento International Airport to Cancun International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from SMF to CUN.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Sacramento International Airport to Cancun International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
82.15% of flights departing from Sacramento International Airport land at their destination on schedule. With its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from SMF.
To reach Sacramento International Airport from central Sacramento, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.
Booking a night at a hotel can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you're looking for a place to stay before your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Cancun International Airport, check out Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas. It's a short ride from SMF.
Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Consider booking a hotel near CUN if you have a late Sacramento International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Cancun International Airport rental car and discover Cancun and beyond with your own set of wheels. MEX, America and Europcar are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Cancun International Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
Cancun International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Cancun. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Cancun International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Cancun. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Cancun is August, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Sacramento International Airport to Cancun International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from SMF to CUN in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC and 27ºC on average.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Cancun, now it's time to discover more of Mexico. Travel about 290 kilometres west to Merida to check off its top attractions. From P. ANDADOR NVA. CHICHEN ITZA to Pre Hispanic Town Of Uxmal and El Palacio de Gobierno, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Campeche is another essential stop in Mexico and is around 418 kilometres west of Cancun. No trip is complete without experiencing Campeche Waterfront Promenade, Zona Arquelogica Edzna and Centro Historico de San Francisco de Campeche.
