Travelling from Sacramento to Cincinnati: what you need to know
Begin planning your trip by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from Sacramento to Cincinnati. Explore the options for setting off from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) or Stockton Airport (SCK), two of the city's main airports.
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) is where your flight will arrive in Cincinnati.
Cincinnati's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Cincinnati three hours ahead of Sacramento.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your Sacramento to Cincinnati flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Going away during a peak month like August? Busy periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add an hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Cincinnati
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap Sacramento to Cincinnati flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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Flying from Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Sacramento, SMF can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
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Sacramento International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from SMF make it to their destination as scheduled 82.15% of the time.
SMF's address is 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Cincinnati
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG)
The distance from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) to central Cincinnati is roughly 193 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It usually takes 40 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
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Best time to go to Cincinnati
July is the most popular month for flights from Sacramento to Cincinnati. To skip the crowds, go to Cincinnati in February.
The warmest month in Cincinnati is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Sacramento to Cincinnati ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from Sacramento to Cincinnati in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -10ºC (14ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
More about Cincinnati
After booking your flight from Sacramento to Cincinnati, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Cincinnati:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Gardens, Cincinnati Art Museum and Fountain Square are must-do's during your Cincinnati adventure.
Explore more of United States
Cincinnati will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be discovered. About 402 kilometres north-west of Cincinnati, a trip to Chicago will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Around 161 kilometres north-east of Cincinnati, Columbus is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.