Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Sacramento International Airport take 1 hour 30 minutes. Sacramento and Los Angeles share the same timezone (UTC-7), so you won't have to change your watch once you arrive.
Each week, there are 240 flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Sacramento International Airport. The earliest flight from LAX to SMF is at 05:25 and the latest is at 22:35.
Peak months like July or vacation times such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Traveling then? Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is wise.
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Sacramento International Airport, so getting to Sacramento (and then seeing more parts of United States!) is easy. Popular carriers flying between LAX and SMF include:
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all the options for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Sacramento International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between LAX and SMF include:
San Francisco International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
San Diego International Airport
For a domestic flight within United States, you won't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to present some kind of identity document, such as a driver's license or ID card. As soon as you've found your cheap ticket from LAX to SMF, make sure your ID is valid before you fly.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
C$36 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Sacramento International Airport. A return flight starts at C$72. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Get cheap flight tickets from LAX to SMF by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Sacramento International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you from looking for cheap flight tickets from LAX to SMF every day.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Sacramento International Airport. Enter your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 32 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 54 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your vacation? Stay near LAX. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Sacramento International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are just the thing:
Arriving at Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Consider checking in to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas after touching down from your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Sacramento International Airport. It's not too far from SMF and a good option if you're eager to get some rest right away.
Getting from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Sacramento. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 17 minutes.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey of about 24 minutes.
When to fly to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Sacramento International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Sacramento. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Sacramento International Airport for July if you want to go to Sacramento during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 37ºC.
Search for cheap flight tickets from LAX to SMF in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 17ºC on average.
More about Sacramento
Start your Sacramento trip right by finding a wonderful place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from LAX to SMF, have a look at our accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Old Sacramento State Historic Park, Crocker Art Museum and Discovery Park are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Sacramento itinerary.
Complete your Sacramento trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Sacramento International Airport, discover our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Sacramento trip.
