Travelling from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Toronto: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Sacramento International Airport to Toronto is 5 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Toronto is UTC-5. The city is three hours ahead of Sacramento, where Sacramento International Airport is located.
With two weekly flights between the two airports, Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the most popular route. Air Canada operates the earliest flight at 08:30. If you prefer to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure from SMF to YYZ is with Air Canada at 08:30.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your SMF to Toronto flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct Sacramento International Airport to Toronto tickets are available for booking. Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is where you'll be landing.
Keep an eye out for promotions from Air Canada. This carrier operates direct flights from Sacramento International Airport to Toronto.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from SMF to Toronto with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
SMF is around 14 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Sacramento International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart SMF arrive at their destination as scheduled.
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Toronto
159 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Toronto flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 343 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from SMF to Toronto, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Sacramento International Airport to Toronto is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest fares across every month and bag an awesome deal.
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Airports in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is around 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 30 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sacramento International Airport to Toronto. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YYZ instead:
Reserving your vehicle from Toronto Pearson International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from SMF to Toronto can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
After your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Toronto has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 10 minutes by car. Central Toronto is roughly 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 20 minutes or so.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near YTZ. Settle in and get cosy after your SMF to Toronto flight at one of these well-located options:
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from YTZ one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM)
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM) is around 72 kilometres from the centre of Toronto. It'll take you about 1 hour 10 minutes to get to the city centre by ride-share or taxi once you've stepped off your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Toronto.
Public transport can get you there in about 1 hour 50 minutes.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your break by staying at a hotel near YHM after your SMF to Toronto flight. Recharge after a day of travel or just take a moment to get your footing in a new city at:
Rental agencies sometimes offer discounts on early bookings, so secure your vehicle from YHM a few weeks in advance of your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Toronto. A little planning can save you money.
Best time to go to Toronto
July is the most popular month for flights from Sacramento International Airport to Toronto. To skip the crowds, visit Toronto in January.
Lock in a Sacramento International Airport to Toronto plane ticket with a departure in July to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SMF to Toronto in February when temperatures average between -15ºC (5ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Toronto
Start your Toronto trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Toronto, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
The Top CN Tower and CN Tower are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Toronto to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Royal Ontario Museum.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Canada waiting to be discovered. Around 499 kilometres northeast of Toronto, a trip to Montreal will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Ottawa is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 354 kilometres northeast of Toronto. No journey is complete without dropping by Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.