Flying from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF): what you need to know
Sacramento's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Sacramento three hours behind Charleston.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to board your CHS to SMF flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Charleston International Airport to Sacramento International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CHS and SMF:
Dallas Love Field Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
R 2,954 is currently the best price for a one-way Charleston International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 5,312. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CHS to SMF if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Charleston International Airport to Sacramento International Airport.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from CHS to SMF.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Charleston International Airport to Sacramento International Airport.
Handy information about Charleston International Airport (CHS)
Charleston International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from CHS arrive on schedule 81.5% of the time.
To reach Charleston International Airport from central Charleston, it takes around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 3 hours 35 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to CHS? If you're boarding an early flight from Charleston International Airport to Sacramento International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
After your Charleston International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight has landed, kick back and relax at a nearby hotel. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas is a convenient option that's not too far from SMF.
Hit the road running by picking up a Sacramento International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Sacramento's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Sacramento International Airport about two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Sacramento. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
It'll take around 25 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
August is the most popular month for flights from Charleston International Airport to Sacramento International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Sacramento in May.
When booking your flight from Charleston International Airport to Sacramento International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Sacramento, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CHS to SMF in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
San Jose is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Sacramento. Around 145 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
San Francisco is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Sacramento. No trip is complete without seeing Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street.
