Flying from Las Vegas to Sacramento: what you need to know
Get your trip started at Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS), the main airport in Las Vegas. Search for flights from Las Vegas to Sacramento that fly out of this terminal.
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) and Stockton Airport (SCK) are the major entry points to Sacramento.
Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Las Vegas to Sacramento flight.
Las Vegas and Sacramento are in the UTC-7 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 69 weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Las Vegas to Sacramento is with Southwest Airlines at 22:45. Opt for the first LAS to SMF departure operated by Southwest Airlines at 05:05 to maximise your time in Sacramento.
For a stress-free start to your trip, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your Las Vegas to Sacramento flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as October. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Las Vegas to Sacramento
At the moment, 33 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Las Vegas to Sacramento. The cheapest price for a return flight is 64 €. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap Las Vegas to Sacramento flights by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Las Vegas to Sacramento is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Flying from Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Begin your travels at Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS), which offers a range of direct flights from Las Vegas to Sacramento. From LAS, you can fly nonstop to Sacramento International Airport (SMF) or Stockton Airport (SCK).
You'll find a good range of airlines that offer direct Las Vegas to Sacramento plane tickets out of LAS. Let one of these carriers take you there:
LAS is about 10 kilometres from central Las Vegas. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
After a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport). Whether you're catching an early flight from Las Vegas to Sacramento or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
82.07% of flights leaving Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) land at their destination on time. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of LAS.
LAS is located at 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
Arriving in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is approximately 14 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 15 minutes.
It typically takes 25 minutes to get there on public transport.
Pick up a Sacramento International Airport rental car and explore Sacramento and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Budget are popular providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Sacramento International Airport around two weeks in advance of your Las Vegas to Sacramento flight.
You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Airport (SCK)
Once your flight from Las Vegas to Sacramento has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Sacramento is approximately 80 kilometres from Stockton Airport (SCK).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 3 hours 20 minutes or so.
Stockton Airport can be found at 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
Best time to go to Sacramento
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Las Vegas to Sacramento. August is the most popular month to travel to Sacramento. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in May.
The warmest month in Sacramento is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your Las Vegas to Sacramento ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Look for cheap flights from Las Vegas to Sacramento around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Sacramento
Start your Sacramento trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Las Vegas to Sacramento, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Old Sacramento State Historic Park, Crocker Art Museum and Discovery Park are top sights 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 after you've experienced Sacramento. Around 145 kilometres to the south, its top attractions include Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
If there's time to check out another side of United States, head for San Francisco, roughly 121 kilometres south-west of Sacramento. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are key reasons to visit.