Flying from Rome to Sacramento International Airport (SMF): What you need to know
The timezone in Sacramento is UTC-8, which is nine hours behind Rome. Sacramento International Airport is located in Sacramento.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Rome to SMF.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Rome
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Rome to SMF. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Travelling from central Rome to FCO takes about 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Rome to Sacramento International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Of the departures from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
CIA is about 14 kilometres from central Rome. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Rome to SMF flight? Relax in a hotel near Rome Ciampino Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
The majority of flights that leave Rome Ciampino Airport get to their destination as planned. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 85%.
About Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Once your flight from Rome to Sacramento International Airport has landed, relax and unwind at a nearby hotel. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG is a comfy option that's a quick drive from SMF.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride around two weeks before your Rome to Sacramento International Airport flight.
You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Getting from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento
From Sacramento International Airport, central Sacramento is around 19 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport takes around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
371 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Rome to Sacramento International Airport. Return flights start from 695 €. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Rome to SMF if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Rome to Sacramento International Airport tickets across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Rome to SMF.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Rome to Sacramento International Airport.
The best time to fly from Rome to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning the timing of your trip. December is the quietest month to go to Sacramento. July is when most people book flights from Rome to Sacramento International Airport (SMF), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Sacramento is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Lock in your Rome to SMF plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Rome to Sacramento International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Sacramento
Once you've booked your flight from Rome to Sacramento International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sacramento:
Your trip to Sacramento should come with a side of sightseeing. Major attractions that should be on your list include California State Railroad Museum, Old Sacramento State Historic Park and Crocker Art Museum.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Sacramento, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Journey about 153 kilometres south to San Jose to tick off its top attractions. From Winchester Mystery House to The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're eager to discover another corner of the United States, head for San Francisco, about 129 kilometres southwest of Sacramento. Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island are key reasons to visit.