Flying from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Sacramento: what you need to know
Around 4 hours 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sacramento.
Charlotte Douglas International Airport is located in Charlotte. Based in the UTC-7 timezone, Sacramento is three hours behind Charlotte.
The busiest route is from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF). There are nine services every week between these two airports. American Airlines offers a 08:55 departure between CLT and SMF.
To avoid rushing for your CLT to Sacramento flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Start your trip at CLT and travel nonstop to Sacramento International Airport (SMF). That will be your arrival point when searching for Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sacramento tickets.
American Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sacramento.
Located around 10 kilometres from central Charlotte, CLT can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 4 hours 55 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near CLT. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sacramento or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Charlotte Douglas International Airport's on-time performance, 77.67% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
CLT's address is 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Sacramento
101 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sacramento flight. A return ticket right now is 186 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book one month before you want to fly. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from CLT to Sacramento.
May is the best month for landing an amazing deal on Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sacramento tickets. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
The distance from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento is roughly 19 kilometres. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Once your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sacramento has touched down, relax and unwind at a nearby hotel. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas is a comfy option just a short drive from SMF.
Follow your own route with a Sacramento International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and venture far and wide through Sacramento and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Sacramento International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from CLT to Sacramento.
The address for SMF is 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Airport (SCK)
The centre of Sacramento is located around 88 kilometres from Stockton Airport (SCK). Once your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sacramento has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 55 minutes.
The journey will take about 3 hours 20 minutes on public transport.
After getting off your CLT to Sacramento flight, settle in at a hotel close to SCK. Consider staying at Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast. Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton is another place where you can rest and recharge before exploring the city.
The address for Stockton Airport is 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
Best time to go to Sacramento
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sacramento. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel prices are typically higher and major attractions can get crowded. Plan your trip to Sacramento in the off-season if you want a quieter vibe.
Before booking a Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sacramento plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Sacramento, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from CLT to Sacramento around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sacramento
Once you've booked your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Sacramento, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sacramento:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Crocker Art Museum, Old Sacramento State Historic Park and Discovery Park are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Sacramento itinerary.
Explore more of United States
San Jose is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Sacramento. Around 145 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in United States, head for San Francisco, roughly 121 kilometres south-west of Sacramento. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are the start of reasons to visit.
