Travelling from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Madrid's timezone is UTC+1, making Madrid nine hours ahead of Sacramento.
Leave enough time to make your SMF to MAD flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sacramento International Airport to Madrid Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SMF and MAD:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Madrid Airport (MAD)
256 € is the lowest price for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Madrid Airport flight. A return flight starts from 657 €. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SMF to MAD. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Madrid Airport.
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Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
81% of flights leaving Sacramento International Airport reach their destination on time. Given its impressive on-time stats, delays are unlikely when flying out of SMF.
To reach Sacramento International Airport from central Sacramento, it'll take about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the hassle out of getting to the airport on time. If you need somewhere to stay before your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Madrid Airport, take a look at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG. It's a quick drive from SMF.
Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
Consider booking a hotel close to MAD if you have a late Sacramento International Airport to Madrid Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Madrid Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent to explore Madrid and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Madrid Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Madrid Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
From Madrid Airport, Madrid is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Sacramento International Airport to Madrid Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Madrid in March.
Before locking in your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Madrid Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SMF to MAD in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Madrid is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Spain you should also see. Around 274 kilometres north-east of Madrid, a visit to Zaragoza will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
Around 177 kilometres west of Madrid, Salamanca is another essential stop in Spain. Experience major highlights starting with Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.