Travelling from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Dubai's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Dubai 11 hours ahead of Sacramento.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SMF to DXB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sacramento International Airport to Dubai Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SMF and DXB:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
Currently, R 19,096 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 14,600. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from SMF to DXB, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Sacramento International Airport to Dubai Airport.
Picking up cheap flights from SMF to DXB is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Sacramento International Airport to Dubai Airport.
Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
82.15% of flights leaving Sacramento International Airport reach their destination as planned. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of SMF.
To get to Sacramento International Airport from central Sacramento, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.
Need a place to stay before your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Dubai Airport? Consider Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas. Catch some z's here before making your way to SMF.
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
Reserve a hotel close to DXB if you're taking a late Sacramento International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Dubai Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and explore beyond Dubai's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Dubai. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Dubai Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Dubai. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Dubai Airport for July if you'd like to explore Dubai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SMF to DXB sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many cities in United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored after you've experienced Dubai. Around 23 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
If you're ready to explore another corner of United Arab Emirates, consider Abu Dhabi, about 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are among its highlights.
