Travelling from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Tampa: what you need to know
The timezone in Tampa is UTC-5. The city is three hours ahead of Sacramento, where Sacramento International Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your SMF to Tampa flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Located around 14 kilometres from central Sacramento, SMF can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Sacramento International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from SMF land on schedule 81% of the time.
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Tampa
The best price we've seen for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Tampa flight is 127 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 244 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from SMF to Tampa, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
Landing cheap tickets from Sacramento International Airport to Tampa is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest fares across each month and score an awesome deal.
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Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The distance from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa is roughly 11 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Think about booking a hotel close to TPA if you're coming in on a late flight from Sacramento International Airport to Tampa. Settle into one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Tampa International Airport about one week before your flight from SMF to Tampa.
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
After your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Tampa has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Tampa is roughly 32 kilometres from St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE).
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near PIE. Settle in and get cosy after your SMF to Tampa flight at any of these well-located options:
Avoid the long lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from PIE ahead of time so you can simply collect the keys and drive away.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport can be found at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Tampa
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Tampa. March is the busiest month to travel to Tampa. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in December.
Lock in a Sacramento International Airport to Tampa plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SMF to Tampa in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about Tampa
After booking your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Tampa, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tampa:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. The Florida Aquarium, Busch Gardens Tampa and ZooTampa at Lowry Park are attractions you won't want to skip in Tampa.
Explore more of the United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Tampa. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
If you want to check out another great destination in the United States, consider Miami, about 338 kilometres southeast of Tampa. Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami are key reasons to visit.