Flying from Mexico City to Sacramento: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll catch your flight from Mexico City to Sacramento. Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU) are the main airports in Mexico City.
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is where you'll be landing in Sacramento.
Jump on a direct Mexico City to Sacramento flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Sacramento is UTC-7, which is one hour behind Mexico City.
With three weekly flights between the two airports, Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is the busiest route. Board the earliest flight from Mexico City to Sacramento with Volaris at 16:00. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the last departure from MEX to SMF is with Volaris at 16:00.
To ensure you catch your Mexico City to Sacramento flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Sacramento
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Flying from Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
You can book a direct flight from Mexico City to Sacramento jetting off from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Begin your trip at MEX and arrive at Sacramento International Airport (SMF).
Reserve your Mexico City to Sacramento plane tickets with Volaris. This airline is a top choice for direct flights from MEX.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Mexico City to Sacramento flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Benito Juarez International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City, MEX can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Mexico City to Sacramento? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Benito Juarez International Airport:
Benito Juarez International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 80.91% of flights that take off from MEX arrive at their destination without delay.
Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU)
Think about adding a stop at Los Cabos International Airport (SJD). It's a major stopover on a Mexico City to Sacramento flight departing Felipe Ángeles International Airport. Use a long layover to explore the city, or take advantage of a short break to freshen up at the airport.
You can get to NLU from the centre of Mexico City in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Kick back before your flight from Mexico City to Sacramento by booking a hotel near Felipe Ángeles International Airport. Verticca Hotel is one option where you can get up and get to the airport with time to spare.
Felipe Ángeles International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 68%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights departing from this airport land on schedule.
Arriving in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
The distance from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
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Booking your ride from Sacramento International Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Airport (SCK)
Once your flight from Mexico City to Sacramento has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Sacramento is approximately 80 kilometres from Stockton Airport (SCK).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 3 hours 20 minutes.
Stockton Airport can be found at 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
Best time to go to Sacramento
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Mexico City to Sacramento. August is the busiest month for a trip to Sacramento. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in May.
Lock in a Mexico City to Sacramento ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sacramento to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Look for cheap flights from Mexico City to Sacramento around that time if you like 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 Mexico City to Sacramento, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Old Sacramento State Historic Park and Crocker Art Museum are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Sacramento travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Discovery Park.
Explore more of United States
San Jose is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Sacramento. Around 145 kilometres 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 seeing Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street.