Travelling from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Oaxaca Airport (OAX): what you need to know
Oaxaca's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Oaxaca two hours ahead of Sacramento.
Your SMF to OAX flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to discover a different city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sacramento International Airport to Oaxaca Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dallas Fort Worth International Airport is a popular stop between SMF and OAX.
Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart SMF land on time.
Central Sacramento to Sacramento International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes on public transport.
Staying the night at a hotel can take the hassle out of reaching the airport on time. If you're looking for a place to stay before your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Oaxaca Airport, check out Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG. It's a quick drive from SMF.
Arriving at Oaxaca Airport (OAX)
If you're coming in on a late Sacramento International Airport to Oaxaca Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near OAX:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Oaxaca Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from MEX, Economy or Europcar and find adventure across Oaxaca and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Oaxaca Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
When to fly to Oaxaca Airport (OAX)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Oaxaca Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Oaxaca. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Oaxaca is April, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Sacramento International Airport to Oaxaca Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SMF to OAX sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
Oaxaca has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Mexico waiting to be discovered. Around 370 kilometres north-west of Oaxaca, a trip to Mexico City will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Zócalo, Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
If you want to check out another great destination in Mexico, head for Ecatepec de Morelos, about 370 kilometres north-west of Oaxaca. Zoologico Zacango, Centro Ecoturistico y Educación Ambiental Sierra de Guadalupe and Botanical Garden are key reasons to visit.