Flying from London to Sacramento International Airport (SMF): what you need to know
You can select from numerous airports when organising a flight from London to Sacramento International Airport (SMF). Explore your options for leaving London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also operate in London.
Sacramento International Airport is located in Sacramento. The city operates in the UTC-7 timezone and is 7 hours behind London.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from London to SMF. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore another city. When browsing flights from London to SMF departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Portland International Airport (PDX)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
LHR is approximately 31 kilometres from central London. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will show you the fastest route and available public transport options.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from London to Sacramento International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Break up your flight from London to Sacramento International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some great stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and SMF include:
Portland International Airport (PDX)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 1 hour and 26 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from London to SMF? Check in to a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your trip officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
About Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Get off your flight from London to Sacramento International Airport and be relaxing in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're searching for a convenient option a short drive from SMF, make your way to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas.
Getting from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Sacramento. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 17 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 24 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Sacramento International Airport is 275 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 516 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
We suggest booking as early as possible to lock in cheap tickets from London to SMF. You're more likely to snag a great deal and have more options for departure times and dates.
Getting cheap tickets from London to Sacramento International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Check out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across the month and score a great deal.
Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through push notifications or email. We'll let you know when prices go down. Timing matters when searching for cheap tickets from London to SMF.
Personalise your trip using filters. Choose the number of stops, duration, and departure and arrival times to find the ideal flight from London to Sacramento International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' options first.
The best time to fly from London to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
August is the most popular month to hop on a flight from London to Sacramento International Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Sacramento, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Sacramento is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your flights from London to SMF in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 17ºC. Search for cheap flights from London to Sacramento International Airport sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sacramento
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There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Old Sacramento State Historic Park, Crocker Art Museum and Discovery Park are popular attractions which should feature on every Sacramento itinerary.
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