Travelling from Sacramento to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS): What you need to know
Start your trip at Sacramento International Airport (SMF), the main airport in Sacramento. Search for flights from Sacramento to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) that leave from this base.
Around 3 hours 20 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Sacramento to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport flight.
The timezone in Austin is UTC-6, which is two hours ahead of Sacramento. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is located in Austin.
The most popular route is from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS). You can choose from 5 direct services each week. Southwest Airlines operates a 5:25am departure between SMF and AUS.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Sacramento to AUS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Popular months like July or holiday periods such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart move.
Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Get there in one go from Sacramento International Airport (SMF). Direct flights from Sacramento to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) are available from here.
When leaving from SMF, you can take a direct flight from Sacramento to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport with Southwest Airlines.
The majority of travellers prefer to fly with Southwest Airlines between SMF and AUS.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 75.97% of its services landing on time.
Travelling from central Sacramento to SMF takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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81% of flights departing from Sacramento International Airport reach their destination as planned. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of SMF.
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK)
You can reach SCK from the centre of Sacramento in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 72 kilometres or so.
Want to add an extra day to your getaway? Consider booking a hotel near Stockton Metropolitan Airport the night before your Sacramento to AUS flight. Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast by IHG and Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton have your room at the ready.
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Stockton Metropolitan Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 59%.
The address for SCK is 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
About Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
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AUS is located at 3600 Presidential Blvd.
Getting from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to central Austin
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Austin. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
Right now, 89 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 180 €. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from Sacramento to AUS, book your plane ticket one month before your departure date.
The best month for landing cheap Sacramento to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Sacramento to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding when to fly. December is the quietest month to visit Austin. July is when most people book flights from Sacramento to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Austin is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Lock in your Sacramento to AUS plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Sacramento to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in January when temperatures are between 3ºC (37ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Austin
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There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Texas State Capitol, Austin Museum of Art, Downtown and 360 Bridge are major attractions which should be on every Austin itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Austin has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be explored. About 225 kilometres east of Austin, a trip to Houston will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Menil Collection.
If there's time to check out another major stop in the United States, head for San Antonio, roughly 121 kilometres southwest of Austin. San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza are highlights.