Travelling from Philadelphia to Sacramento International Airport (SMF): What you need to know
Sacramento is three hours behind Philadelphia. Sacramento International Airport is located in Sacramento, which operates on the UTC-8 timezone.
Your flight from Philadelphia to SMF won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're going away during a popular month like July, make your way to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during peak periods like Thanksgiving and spring break.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
PHL is about 18 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Philadelphia International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Philadelphia to Sacramento International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Philadelphia International Airport, data shows 77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
You can get to TTN from the centre of Philadelphia in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Philadelphia to SMF flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Trenton-Mercer Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Trenton-Mercer Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76%.
TTN is located at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
After your flight from Philadelphia to Sacramento International Airport has landed, unwind at a hotel close by. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG is a comfortable option that's a quick drive from SMF.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Philadelphia to Sacramento International Airport flight.
You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Getting from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento
Central Sacramento is around 19 kilometres from Sacramento International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Sacramento International Airport is 103 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 210 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from Philadelphia to SMF, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
December is the quietest month for flights from Philadelphia to Sacramento International Airport (SMF), while July is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Sacramento based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Philadelphia to SMF plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sacramento to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
January has temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Philadelphia to Sacramento International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sacramento
Start your Sacramento trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Sacramento International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. California State Railroad Museum, Old Sacramento State Historic Park and Crocker Art Museum are must-visits when exploring Sacramento.
Explore more of the United States
Sacramento has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. About 153 kilometres south of Sacramento, a visit to San Jose will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
If there's time to check out another side of the United States, head for San Francisco, roughly 129 kilometres southwest of Sacramento. Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island are key highlights.