Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Sacramento International Airport is 3 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Sacramento is UTC-7, which is two hours behind Dallas.
Every week, there are 50 Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as early as possible, take the 08:11 American Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 22:53 with American Airlines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DFW to SMF flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
American Airlines is your gateway to discovering Sacramento (and perhaps some other great parts of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Sacramento International Airport offered by this popular airline.
Most passengers choose to travel with American Airlines on this route.
With 70.07% of services arriving as scheduled, American Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering DFW to SMF flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Sacramento International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between DFW and SMF include:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Salt Lake City International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
At the moment, C$61 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is C$156. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap tickets from DFW to SMF by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Sacramento International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from DFW to SMF.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Sacramento International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
DFW is located at International Pkwy.
73.22% of flights taking off from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Dallas to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 3 hours 55 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near DFW? If you've booked an early flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Sacramento International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Consider a stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas after touching down from your Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight. It's only a short drive from SMF and a comfortable option if you'd like to catch some z's soon after landing.
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Sacramento International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget to explore Sacramento and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Sacramento International Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport to central Sacramento has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Sacramento International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Sacramento. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Sacramento International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Sacramento during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DFW to SMF in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Sacramento, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey around 145 kilometres south to San Jose to tick off its must-visit sights. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, your itinerary will be busy.
San Francisco is another standout destination in United States and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Sacramento. No trip is complete without seeing Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street.