Flying from Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Boston Logan International Airport to Sacramento International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 6 hours 35 minutes.
Sacramento is three hours behind Boston and follows the UTC-8 timezone.
Your BOS to SMF 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 for international travel.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
JetBlue is your ticket to exploring Sacramento (and perhaps some other exciting corners of the United States!). Check out the direct flights from Boston Logan International Airport to Sacramento International Airport offered by this airline.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is jetBlue.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Boston Logan International Airport to Sacramento International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BOS and SMF:
Denver International Airport
Detroit Wayne County Airport
Minneapolis St Paul Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
R 1,730 is the best price for a one-way Boston Logan International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 3,460. These prices may change depending on demand.
Get cheap tickets from BOS to SMF by booking at least three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Boston Logan International Airport to Sacramento International Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
You'll find BOS at One Harborside Drive.
75% of flights taking off from Boston Logan International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to Boston Logan International Airport from central Boston, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Boston Logan International Airport to Sacramento International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near BOS:
Arriving at Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Consider checking in to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG after arriving from your Boston Logan International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight. It's not too far from SMF and a good choice if you want to get some sleep right away.
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sacramento International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Sacramento's main sights.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Sacramento International Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento
The street address for SMF is 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport to the centre of Sacramento has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
The quietest month for a flight from Boston Logan International Airport to Sacramento International Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Sacramento based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Boston Logan International Airport to Sacramento International Airport for July if you want to visit Sacramento during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BOS to SMF in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Sacramento is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. About 145 kilometres south of Sacramento, a visit to San Jose will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
San Francisco is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Sacramento. No journey is complete without visiting Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island.