Travelling from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Sacramento International Airport is 2 hours 5 minutes.
Phoenix and Sacramento share the same timezone, UTC-7.
Flights from PHX to SMF start from 05:10 — the earliest with Southwest Airlines. The latest departure is at 23:17 with American Airlines. Overall, there are 75 weekly Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your PHX to SMF flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean 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.
American Airlines offers direct flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Sacramento International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Sacramento — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.
American Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
With a dependable 83.08% of services arriving on schedule, American Airlines has the best on-time record for PHX to SMF flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Sacramento International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between PHX and SMF:
Ontario International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight is ₹ 6,961. A round-trip ticket right now is ₹ 13,924. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from PHX to SMF, reserve your journey seven months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Sacramento International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 82.57% of flights that depart PHX land on time.
To get to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport from central Phoenix, it takes about 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Sacramento International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to PHX:
Arriving at Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Once your Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight has landed, unwind at a nearby hotel. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas is a good option that's not too far from SMF.
Travel at your own speed with a Sacramento International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and discover more of Sacramento and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Sacramento International Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento
You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport to the centre of Sacramento has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Sacramento International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Sacramento. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
When reserving your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Sacramento International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Sacramento, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 37ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PHX to SMF in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC and 17ºC then.
Explore more of United States
Sacramento has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be explored. Around 145 kilometres south of Sacramento, a visit to San Jose will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
Around 121 kilometres south-west of Sacramento, San Francisco is another essential stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street.
