Travelling from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Albany Airport (ALB): what you need to know
Give yourself enough time to catch your SMF to ALB flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sacramento International Airport to Albany Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SMF and ALB:
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Harry Reid International Airport
Chicago Midway Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Albany Airport (ALB)
Right now, 141 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Albany Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 296 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SMF to ALB if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Sacramento International Airport to Albany Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart SMF reach their destination without delay.
Sacramento International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
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Arriving at Albany Airport (ALB)
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Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Albany Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Albany Airport (ALB) to central Albany
You'll find ALB at 737 Albany-Shaker Road.
From Albany Airport, Albany is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
When to fly to Albany Airport (ALB)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Albany Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Albany. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Albany Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Albany, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SMF to ALB in January. Temperatures average between -13ºC (9ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Albany, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel around 209 kilometres south to New York to tick off its top attractions. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Philadelphia is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 322 kilometres south of Albany. No trip is complete without dropping by Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.