Flying from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF): what you need to know
The timezone in Sacramento is UTC-7, which is one hour behind Albuquerque.
Leave enough time to catch your ABQ to SMF flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as October? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Sacramento International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ABQ and SMF:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Long Beach Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
163 € is currently the best price for a one-way Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight. Return flights start at 260 €. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ABQ to SMF if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Sacramento International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ)
The address for ABQ is 2200 Sunport Blvd. SE.
Albuquerque International Sunport Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from ABQ make it to their destination as scheduled 85.09% of the time.
Central Albuquerque to Albuquerque International Sunport Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a journey time of about 2 hours 55 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Sacramento International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near ABQ:
Arriving at Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Consider checking in to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas after your Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight. It's a short drive from SMF and a handy option if you want to get some rest right away.
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Sacramento International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sacramento and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Sacramento International Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Sacramento. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
It takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Sacramento International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Sacramento. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Sacramento is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport to Sacramento International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ABQ to SMF sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Sacramento, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey about 145 kilometres south to San Jose to tick off its top sights. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 121 kilometres south-west of Sacramento, San Francisco is another favourite stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street.
