Flying from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Sacramento: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Denver International Airport to Sacramento and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Sacramento is UTC-7. The city is one hour behind Denver, where Denver International Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF). Choose from 62 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DEN to SMF is the 05:25 Southwest Airlines option. If you're planning to fly out later on, the last departure is at 22:55 with Southwest Airlines.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your DEN to Sacramento flight.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
You can book a direct Denver International Airport to Sacramento ticket. Begin your journey at DEN and land at Sacramento International Airport (SMF).
You'll have your pick of carriers operating direct flights from Denver International Airport to Sacramento. Get on board with any of these:
DEN is about 31 kilometres from central Denver. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Denver International Airport to Sacramento? Check out The Westin Denver International Airport. Catch some z's here before making your way to DEN.
Denver International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 80.23% of flights that depart DEN reach their destination on time.
You'll find DEN at 8500 Pena Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Sacramento
R 1,226 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Denver International Airport to Sacramento flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 2,385. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
To secure cheap flights from DEN to Sacramento, book your journey three months ahead of your departure.
Organise your trip for July. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Denver International Airport to Sacramento tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to the centre of Sacramento takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
It typically takes 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
Consider staying at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas after your flight from Denver International Airport to Sacramento. It's a short drive from SMF and a comfortable option if you want to get some rest right away.
Travel at your own speed with a Sacramento International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and chase adventure across Sacramento and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Sacramento International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from DEN to Sacramento.
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Airport (SCK)
Central Sacramento is located around 88 kilometres from Stockton Airport (SCK). After your flight from Denver International Airport to Sacramento has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 55 minutes.
The trip will take about 3 hours 20 minutes on public transport.
Kick back and relax at a hotel not long after your DEN to Sacramento flight. Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast and Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton are easy to reach from SCK.
You can find Stockton Airport at 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
Best time to go to Sacramento
Visit Sacramento during peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Denver International Airport to Sacramento during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
When booking your Denver International Airport to Sacramento flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Sacramento, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from DEN to Sacramento around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sacramento
Start your Sacramento trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Denver International Airport to Sacramento, browse our selection of hotels including:
Crocker Art Museum and Old Sacramento State Historic Park are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Sacramento itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Discovery Park.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Sacramento, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel around 145 kilometres south to San Jose to check off its popular sights. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another great destination in United States, consider San Francisco, roughly 121 kilometres south-west of Sacramento. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are among its highlights.