Travelling from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF): what you need to know
The timezone in Sacramento is UTC-7, which is three hours behind Buffalo.
To ensure you catch your BUF to SMF flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Sacramento International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between BUF and SMF:
Chicago Midway International Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
How to find the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Right now, ₹ 17,157 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ₹ 35,640. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from BUF to SMF. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Sacramento International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
BUF's address is Genesee Street.
Of all flights leaving Buffalo Niagara International Airport, 75.46% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Buffalo Niagara International Airport from central Buffalo, it takes around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to BUF? If you're catching an early flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Sacramento International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
After your Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight has landed, kick back at a nearby hotel. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas is a great option that's not too far from SMF.
Pick up a Sacramento International Airport rental car and explore Sacramento and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Budget are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Sacramento International Airport about two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento
The address for SMF is 6900 Airport Boulevard.
From Sacramento International Airport, Sacramento is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
August is the busiest month for flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Sacramento International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Sacramento in May.
The warmest month in Sacramento is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Sacramento International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from BUF to SMF in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC and 17ºC on average.
Explore more of United States
San Jose is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Sacramento. Around 145 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in United States, head for San Francisco, roughly 121 kilometres south-west of Sacramento. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are highlights.
