Flying from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF): what you need to know
Sacramento is one hour behind Colorado Springs and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your COS to SMF flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Sacramento International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between COS and SMF include:
Denver International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Right now, R 2,733 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 5,396. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from COS to SMF if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Sacramento International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from COS to SMF by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Sacramento International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS)
The address for COS is 7770 Milton E. Proby Parkway.
83.68% of flights departing from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from COS.
To reach Colorado Springs Municipal Airport from central Colorado Springs, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Sacramento International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near COS:
Arriving at Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Consider checking in to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas after arriving from your Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight. It's a quick drive from SMF and a comfortable option if you're eager to freshen up right away.
Explore without limits with a Sacramento International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and chase adventure across Sacramento and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Sacramento International Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento
You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Sacramento. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
It takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
August is the most popular month for flights from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Sacramento International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Sacramento in May.
The warmest month in Sacramento is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport to Sacramento International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Look for cheap tickets from COS to SMF sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
San Jose is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Sacramento. Around 145 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including 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 dropping by Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street.
