Travelling from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Sacramento International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is 3 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Dallas is UTC-5, which is two hours ahead of Sacramento.
Flights from SMF to DFW start from 00:58 — the earliest with American Airlines. The last departure is at 23:59 with American Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 50 weekly Sacramento International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport flights.
Your SMF to DFW flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
American Airlines is your ticket to exploring Dallas (and maybe even some other great corners of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Sacramento International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
American Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Frontier Airlines ranks as the top on-time carrier for SMF to DFW flights, with 83.33% of services landing as scheduled.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sacramento International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. These are the top stopovers between SMF and DFW:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Salt Lake City International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport flight is 94 €. A round-trip ticket is currently 178 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book eight months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SMF to DFW.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Sacramento International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
The address for SMF is 6900 Airport Boulevard.
82.15% of flights departing from Sacramento International Airport arrive at their destination as planned. Given its reliable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when jetting out of SMF.
To get to Sacramento International Airport from central Sacramento, it takes around 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 25 minutes when using public transport.
Want a hotel to stay in before your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport? Consider Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas. Get a good night's rest here before heading to SMF.
Arriving at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
If you're landing on a late Sacramento International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near DFW:
Grab a Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport rental car and discover Dallas and beyond with your own set of wheels. Easirent, Europcar and Thrifty are top providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to central Dallas
The address for DFW is International Pkwy.
From Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, Dallas is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 3 hours 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Dallas. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Dallas, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SMF to DFW in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Houston is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Dallas. Around 370 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park.
San Antonio is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 402 kilometres south-west of Dallas. No journey is complete without a visit to The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.