Travelling from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF): what you need to know
Sacramento is three hours behind Jacksonville and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
Your JAX to SMF flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Jacksonville International Airport to Sacramento International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between JAX and SMF include:
Denver International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
William P. Hobby Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Jacksonville International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight is R 3,494. A round-trip ticket is currently R 6,429. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from JAX to SMF. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Sacramento International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from JAX to SMF by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Sacramento International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
You'll find JAX at 2400 Yankee Clipper Drive.
Jacksonville International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 80.42% of flights that depart JAX arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To reach Jacksonville International Airport from central Jacksonville, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Sacramento International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near JAX:
Arriving at Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
After your Jacksonville International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight has touched down, relax at a hotel close by. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas is a comfy option that's not too far from SMF.
Begin your adventure 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.
Reserving your vehicle from Sacramento International Airport about two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento
You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport to the centre of Sacramento has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
August is the busiest month for flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Sacramento International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Sacramento in May.
The warmest month in Sacramento is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Sacramento International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from JAX to SMF in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Sacramento is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be explored. Around 145 kilometres south of Sacramento, a trip to San Jose will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like 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.
