Flying from Sacramento to Dallas Love Field (DAL): What you need to know
Start your trip at Sacramento International Airport (SMF), the main airport in Sacramento. Look for flights from Sacramento to Dallas Love Field (DAL) that take off from this base.
3 hours 15 minutes is the average duration of a direct Sacramento to Dallas Love Field flight.
Dallas is two hours ahead of Sacramento. Dallas Love Field is located in Dallas, which is in the UTC-6 timezone.
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Dallas Love Field (DAL) is the most popular route, with 9 direct services each week. You can travel from SMF to DAL on Southwest Airlines's 5am departure.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Sacramento to DAL.
Hopping on a plane during a peak month like July? High seasons (like Christmas and New Year) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Take the express route from Sacramento International Airport (SMF). Nonstop flights from Sacramento to Dallas Love Field (DAL) operate from here.
When jetting out of SMF, you can catch a direct flight from Sacramento to Dallas Love Field with Southwest Airlines.
Southwest Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from SMF to DAL.
The carrier with the best punctuality score on this route is Southwest Airlines. Its services arrive without delay 72.37% of the time.
The journey from central Sacramento to SMF takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booking a night at a hotel can take the hassle out of getting to the airport on time. If you're looking for a place to stay before your flight from Sacramento to Dallas Love Field, consider Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG. It's an easy drive from Sacramento International Airport.
81% of flights departing from Sacramento International Airport touch down at their destination on time. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of SMF.
You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK)
On public transport, you can travel from central Sacramento to SCK in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 72 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Start your holiday early by booking a night near Stockton Metropolitan Airport before your Sacramento to DAL flight. Top stays include Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast by IHG and Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton.
When it comes to flight punctuality, Stockton Metropolitan Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 59%.
The street address for SCK is 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
About Dallas Love Field (DAL)
Have a late flight from Sacramento to Dallas Love Field? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Check in to one of these hotels near DAL and get cosy, quick:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around three weeks ahead of your Sacramento to Dallas Love Field flight.
You'll find DAL at 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
Getting from Dallas Love Field (DAL) to central Dallas
Dallas Love Field is around 13 kilometres from the centre of Dallas. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Dallas Love Field (DAL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to Dallas Love Field is 112 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 225 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Sacramento to DAL. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
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The best time to fly from Sacramento to Dallas Love Field (DAL)
October is the quietest month for flights from Sacramento to Dallas Love Field (DAL), while July is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to go to Dallas based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Sacramento to DAL plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Dallas to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Sacramento to Dallas Love Field in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Dallas
After booking your flight from Sacramento to Dallas Love Field, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dallas:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art are top attractions which should feature on every Dallas itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Austin is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Dallas. Around 306 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Texas State Capitol, Austin Museum of Art, Downtown and 360 Bridge.
Shreveport is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 290 kilometres east of Dallas. No trip is complete without seeing Adventure Fun Park, Elvis Presley Statue and Stage of the Stars Music Museum.