Travelling from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Liberia Airport (LIR): what you need to know
The timezone in Liberia is UTC-6, which is one hour ahead of Sacramento.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your SMF to LIR flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sacramento International Airport to Liberia Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SMF and LIR:
Los Angeles International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Liberia Airport (LIR)
C$352 is the lowest price for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Liberia Airport flight. A return flight starts at C$589. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SMF to LIR if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport to Liberia Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Sacramento International Airport to Liberia Airport.
Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from SMF arrive at their destination as scheduled 82.15% of the time.
Sacramento International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Get your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Liberia Airport off to a stress-free start. Only a short drive from SMF, book a night at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas and be well-rested for the trip ahead.
Arriving at Liberia Airport (LIR)
If you're getting in on a late Sacramento International Airport to Liberia Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near LIR:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Liberia Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Avis, Europcar or NU Car Rentals and chase adventure across Liberia and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Liberia Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Liberia Airport (LIR) to central Liberia
From Liberia Airport, Liberia is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Liberia Airport (LIR)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Liberia Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Liberia. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in May.
When booking your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Liberia Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Liberia, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
November has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SMF to LIR around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Costa Rica
Liberia is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Costa Rica waiting to be explored. About 161 kilometres south-east of Liberia, a trip to San Jose will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Teatro Nacional Costa Rica, National Park (Parque Nacional) and Plaza de la Cultura.
If there's time to check out another side of Costa Rica, consider Limon, about 274 kilometres east of Liberia. Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon are among the biggest draws.