Flying from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Orlando International Airport (MCO): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Sacramento International Airport to Orlando International Airport.
Orlando's timezone is UTC-4, making Orlando three hours ahead of Sacramento.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your SMF to MCO flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Southwest Airlines offers direct flights from Sacramento International Airport to Orlando International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Orlando — and maybe even more of United States if your schedule allows.
Southwest Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering SMF to MCO flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sacramento International Airport to Orlando International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between SMF and MCO:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Orlando International Airport flight is R 1,502. A return ticket is currently R 3,018. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from SMF to MCO, reserve your journey six months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Sacramento International Airport to Orlando International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Sacramento International Airport to Orlando International Airport.
Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
SMF's address is 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 82.15% of flights that take off from SMF arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To reach Sacramento International Airport from central Sacramento, it takes about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes when using public transport.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the stress out of getting to the airport on time. If you want somewhere to stay before your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Orlando International Airport, check out Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas. It's a quick drive from SMF.
Arriving at Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Sacramento International Airport to Orlando International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MCO instead:
Travel at your own speed with an Orlando International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sonic, Dollar or Budget and find adventure across Orlando and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Orlando International Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando International Airport to central Orlando has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
When to fly to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The quietest month for a flight from Sacramento International Airport to Orlando International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Orlando based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Orlando is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Sacramento International Airport to Orlando International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SMF to MCO in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Orlando has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be explored. Around 209 kilometres north of Orlando, a visit to Jacksonville will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Miami is another favourite destination in United States and is around 338 kilometres south of Orlando. No trip is complete without a visit to Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.
