Flying from Sacramento to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA): What you need to know
Your trip gets off the ground at Sacramento's main airport, Sacramento International Airport (SMF). Check out your options for booking a flight from Sacramento to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) departing from this base.
Around 2 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Sacramento to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight.
Seattle (where Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is located) and Sacramento share the UTC-8 timezone. You can plan your trip without factoring in timezone differences.
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the most popular route. There are 81 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, hop on the last flight with Southwest Airlines at 10:10pm. Choose the first SMF to SEA departure with Southwest Airlines at 5:25am if you'd rather not wait around.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Sacramento to SEA.
Flying during a peak month like July? Popular periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Sacramento to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) depart from this terminal.
Choose from a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Sacramento to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport leaving from SMF. Get on board with any of these:
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with Delta from SMF to SEA.
Among carriers on this route, Delta has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Sacramento, SMF can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
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Sacramento International Airport has a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from SMF arrive on schedule 81% of the time.
SMF's address is 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK)
On public transport, you can travel from central Sacramento to SCK in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 72 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
Want to add an extra day to your getaway? Think about booking a hotel near Stockton Metropolitan Airport the night before your Sacramento to SEA flight. Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast by IHG and Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton will have a room for you.
59% of flights departing Stockton Metropolitan Airport meet their expected arrival time.
The address for SCK is 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
About Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sacramento to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle around one week ahead of your Sacramento to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight.
Getting from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle
Central Seattle is around 23 kilometres from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is R 1,214. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 2,362. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Sacramento to SEA. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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The best time to fly from Sacramento to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding when to fly. December is the quietest month to go to Seattle. July is when most people book flights from Sacramento to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Sacramento to SEA plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February sees temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Sacramento to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Seattle
Start your Seattle trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Sacramento to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Space Needle, Pike Place Market and Seattle Skyline are attractions you won't want to skip in Seattle.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Seattle, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Journey about 209 kilometres south to Portland to check off its leading sights. From Portland Japanese Garden to Peninsula Park Rose Garden and Beyond Van Gogh Portland, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Vancouver is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 209 kilometres south of Seattle. No journey is complete without visiting Reconstructed HBC Fort Vancouver, The Marshall House: Victorian Jewel of Officers Row and Clark County Historical Museum.
