San Francisco Airport (SFO) Flights to Sacramento International Airport Airport (SMF)

Q: How long does the flight from San Francisco to Sacramento to take?

The flight from San Francisco to Sacramento takes24 Minutes.

We've found the cheapest flights to Sacramento

Returns from £177.16

One-way from £172.71

Getting to San Francisco International from Sacramento International is very straight forward. There are 8 airliners who all offer direct flights several times a week. The official airport code for San Francisco International is SFO and for Sacramento International it is SMF.

Depending on the day of the week and the time of day you book, flight prices can vary dramatically. If you know the dates you wish to travel then book you flights as soon as you can. The earlier you book your lights the cheaper they will be. You can get saving of up to 50% of you book 2 or 3 months in advance! Flight to Sacramento International will get more expensive the nearer you get the departure date, so it’s advisable to book in advance if it is possible.

If you plan on flying to Sacramento International Airport (SMF) from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) you can pre-arrange your long or short term parking at San Francisco International Airport (SFO).

If you chose to rent a car at Sacramento International Airport (SMF) and need to return it, find the nearest fuel station along your route to Sacramento International Airport (SMF) in order to avoid incurring additional cost when you return your vehicle.

Organise and book your choice of transport to San Francisco International Airport (SFO):

Ensure your arrival at Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is as smooth as possible by pre-booking your transport - which in many cases will also save you money:

You can also research and pre-book a hotel near Sacramento International Airport (SMF)

To see all airliners that offer flights between San Francisco International and Sacramento International please see the table below.

Flights Chart

Airliner	Mo	First Flight	Last Flight	Flights
Virgin Australia	2	09:25	18:16	VIEW FLIGHTS
United Express	2	08:17	18:16	VIEW FLIGHTS
Air New Zealand	2	09:25	18:16	VIEW FLIGHTS
Air Canada	2	09:25	18:16	VIEW FLIGHTS
Lufthansa	1	18:16	18:16	VIEW FLIGHTS
Emirates	1	18:16	18:16	VIEW FLIGHTS
Avianca	1	18:16	18:16	VIEW FLIGHTS
All Nippon Airways	1	18:16	18:16	VIEW FLIGHTS

Virgin Australia offer the highest number of flights for this route with departures times between 09:25 and 18:16.

If you wish to book your flight with Virgin Australia then we advise you book direct from their website at virginaustralia.com.au. The best discounts can only be obtained from their website.

The flight time for the selected route vary based on the month you will travel, but below we has summarised the most common times they will fly. We recommend you only take these times as guidance and check with appropriate airline for the exact times for the date you depart.

Flights Time In WeekDays

Day

Flight Times

Flights

Monday

08:17

Airline	Flight No
United Express	UA5220

09:25

Airline	Flight No
Air New Zealand	NZ9695
Air Canada	AC4360
Virgin Australia	VA8261

18:16

Airline	Flight No
Air New Zealand	NZ9697
Air Canada	AC4534
All Nippon Airways	NH7388
Lufthansa	LH9400
Virgin Australia	VA8263
Avianca	AV2066
Emirates	EK6386
United Express	UA5796

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If the airlines stated don’t offer flights that suite your travel times, you could look at alternative options. Below we have summarised flights from alternative departures airports and flights that are not direct.

Alternative Direct Routes

Route	Stops	Distance	Flying Time
Ukiah to Sacramento	0		26 Minutes

If you are planning to hire a car from Sacramento International airport then don’t wait until you arrive. The prices are typically 20% to 30% higher and the availability of vehicles are much lower. You can check out the solutions we have for car hire on our car hire pages which can save you £££’s.

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Flight Price FAQ - San Francisco (SFO) to Sacramento (SMF)

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What is the cheapest direct flight one way from San Francisco SFO to Sacramento SMF?

The cheapest direct flight one way from San Francisco SFO to Sacramento SMF is £172.71 ($233 €201.53)

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What is the cheapest direct return flight from San Francisco SFO to Sacramento SMF?

The cheapest direct return flight from San Francisco SFO to Sacramento SMF is £177.16 ($239 €206.72)

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What is the cheapest flight one way from San Francisco SFO to Sacramento SMF?

The cheapest flight one way from San Francisco SFO to Sacramento SMF is £58.56 ($79 €68.33)

£58.56

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What is the cheapest return flight from San Francisco SFO to Sacramento SMF?

The cheapest return flight from San Francisco SFO to Sacramento SMF is £148.99 ($201 €173.85)

£148.99

$201 | €173.85

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Flight Info FAQ - San Francisco (SFO) to Sacramento (SMF)

Who flies from San Francisco to Sacramento?

The following airlines fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Sacramento (SMF): Air Canada, Air New Zealand, All Nippon Airways, Avianca, Emirates, Lufthansa, United Express, Virgin Australia.

How far is the flight from San Francisco to Sacramento?

The flight from San Francisco to Sacramento is 138KM or 86 miles.

How long does the flight from San Francisco to Sacramento to take?

The flight from San Francisco to Sacramento takes 24 Minutes.