Travelling from Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF): what you need to know
Sacramento is three hours behind Asheville and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your AVL to SMF flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Asheville Regional Airport to Sacramento International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between AVL and SMF:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Asheville Regional Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight is 155 €. A return plane ticket is currently 295 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from AVL to SMF. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Asheville Regional Airport to Sacramento International Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from AVL to SMF.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Asheville Regional Airport to Sacramento International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
AVL is located at 61 Terminal Drive.
Of all flights departing from Asheville Regional Airport, 75.73% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Asheville Regional Airport from central Asheville, it takes about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
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Arriving at Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Consider a stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas after touching down from your Asheville Regional Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight. It's not too far from SMF and a good option if you'd like to get some sleep right away.
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Sacramento International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and find adventure across Sacramento and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Sacramento International Airport about two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Sacramento. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Asheville Regional Airport to Sacramento International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Sacramento. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in May.
When reserving your flight from Asheville Regional Airport to Sacramento International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Sacramento, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from AVL to SMF in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
You've done Sacramento, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel around 145 kilometres south to San Jose to check off its top attractions. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're eager to discover another side of United States, head for San Francisco, about 121 kilometres south-west of Sacramento. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are key highlights.
