Flying from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Sacramento International Airport to Dallas Love Field Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 15 minutes.
Dallas is two hours ahead of Sacramento and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
Take your pick of eight weekly Sacramento International Airport to Dallas Love Field Airport flights. The 05:00 departure with Southwest Airlines is the earliest you can take. Southwest Airlines operates the last service of the day at 18:00.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your SMF to DAL flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Southwest Airlines is your ticket to exploring Dallas (and perhaps some other great corners of the United States!). Check out the direct flights from Sacramento International Airport to Dallas Love Field Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Southwest Airlines tops the list for bookings on this route.
With 72.37% of services landing as planned, Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating SMF to DAL flights.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sacramento International Airport to Dallas Love Field Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SMF and DAL:
Denver International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
Right now, R 2,102 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Dallas Love Field Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 4,215. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from SMF to DAL, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Sacramento International Airport to Dallas Love Field Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sacramento International Airport to Dallas Love Field Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from SMF make it to their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
Central Sacramento to Sacramento International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes when using public transport.
Booking a night at a hotel can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you're looking for a place to stay before your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Dallas Love Field Airport, have a look at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG. It's a quick drive from SMF.
Arriving at Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
If you have a late Sacramento International Airport to Dallas Love Field Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near DAL:
Pick up a Dallas Love Field Airport rental car and explore Dallas and beyond with your own set of wheels. Easirent, Thrifty and Dollar are leading providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Dallas Love Field Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) to central Dallas
DAL is located at 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
From Dallas Love Field Airport, Dallas is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
The quietest month for a flight from Sacramento International Airport to Dallas Love Field Airport is January, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Dallas based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Dallas is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Lock in your flights from Sacramento International Airport to Dallas Love Field Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from SMF to DAL in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Dallas has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. About 370 kilometres south of Dallas, a visit to Houston will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Menil Collection.
San Antonio is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 402 kilometres south-west of Dallas. No journey is complete without experiencing San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza.