Travelling from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF): what you need to know
Sacramento is two hours behind Cancun and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your CUN to SMF flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cancun International Airport to Sacramento International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between CUN and SMF include:
Los Angeles International Airport
Denver International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cancun International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight is R 3,920. A return ticket right now is R 7,368. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CUN to SMF if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Cancun International Airport to Sacramento International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from CUN to SMF by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Cancun International Airport to Sacramento International Airport.
Handy information about Cancun International Airport (CUN)
72.87% of flights leaving from Cancun International Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Cancun to Cancun International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Booked an early flight from Cancun International Airport to Sacramento International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near CUN:
Arriving at Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
After your Cancun International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight has arrived, kick back and relax at a nearby hotel. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas is a comfortable option within easy reach of SMF.
Follow your own route with a Sacramento International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and venture far and wide through Sacramento and beyond.
Booking your ride from Sacramento International Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
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 the centre of Sacramento. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
It takes roughly 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
August is the most popular month for flights from Cancun International Airport to Sacramento International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Sacramento in May.
Lock in your flight from Cancun International Airport to Sacramento International Airport for July if you want to visit Sacramento during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CUN to SMF in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
San Jose is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Sacramento. Around 145 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
Around 121 kilometres south-west of Sacramento, San Francisco is another essential stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street.