Flying from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF): what you need to know
Reno and Sacramento follow the same timezone, UTC-7.
Leave plenty of time to catch your RNO to SMF flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Sacramento International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between RNO and SMF:
San Francisco International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
San Diego International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
₹ 18,862 is currently the best price for a one-way Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight. A return flight starts from ₹ 37,665. These fares can change based on demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RNO to SMF if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when looking for your flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Sacramento International Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from RNO to SMF by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Sacramento International Airport.
Handy information about Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
You'll find RNO at 2001 East Plumb Lane.
Reno/Tahoe International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from RNO arrive at their destination as scheduled 83.01% of the time.
Central Reno to Reno/Tahoe International Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Sacramento International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to RNO:
Arriving at Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Consider checking in to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas after touching down from your Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight. It's a short drive from SMF and a great option if you're eager to get some sleep right away.
Go where the road takes you with a Sacramento International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and chase adventure across Sacramento and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Sacramento International Airport around two weeks ahead.
Getting from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Sacramento. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Sacramento International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Sacramento. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
When reserving your flight from Reno/Tahoe International Airport to Sacramento International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Sacramento, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 37ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RNO 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 you'll want to see. About 145 kilometres south of Sacramento, a visit to San Jose will keep your itinerary 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 seeing Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street.
