Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF): what you need to know
Sacramento is 18 hours behind Sydney and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
Your SYD to SMF flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sacramento International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between SYD and SMF:
Los Angeles International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Currently, ₹ 31,486 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ₹ 75,636. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from SYD to SMF. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sacramento International Airport.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
When it comes to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport's on-time performance, 69.62% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near SYD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sacramento International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Once your Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight has arrived, unwind at a nearby hotel. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas is a good option that's not too far from SMF.
Pick up a Sacramento International Airport rental car and explore Sacramento and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Budget are popular providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Sacramento International Airport around two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento
The address for SMF is 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport to the centre of Sacramento has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
August is the busiest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sacramento International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Sacramento in May.
Before locking in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sacramento International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Sacramento, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 37ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SYD to SMF in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC and 17ºC then.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Sacramento, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel around 145 kilometres south to San Jose to tick off its leading sights. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another corner of United States, consider San Francisco, roughly 121 kilometres south-west of Sacramento. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are key reasons to visit.
