Flying from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Sacramento International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport is 2 hours 5 minutes.
Sacramento and Seattle share the UTC-8 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Every week, there are 76 Sacramento International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport flights. If you want to be on board as soon as possible, pick the 05:25 Southwest Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 22:10 with Southwest Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your SMF to SEA flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Sacramento International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport. When you're ready to start your Seattle adventure, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see part of the United States:
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Delta on this route.
Delta is the most punctual carrier that offers SMF to SEA flights. An exceptional 90.72% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sacramento International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SMF and SEA:
Portland Airport
Spokane International Airport
Eugene Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport flight is R 780. A return ticket right now is R 1,560. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from SMF to SEA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Sacramento International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
81% of flights leaving Sacramento International Airport land at their destination on schedule. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from SMF.
To get to Sacramento International Airport from central Sacramento, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Searching for a place to stay before your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport? Consider Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG. Get a good night's sleep here before making your way to SMF.
Arriving at Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Consider booking a hotel close to SEA if you have a late Sacramento International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Seattle / Tacoma International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Seattle and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to central Seattle has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Sacramento International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Seattle in March.
Lock in your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport for August if you want to visit Seattle during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SMF to SEA in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Seattle, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey about 241 kilometres south to Portland to check off its leading attractions. From Portland Japanese Garden to Peninsula Park Rose Garden and Beyond Van Gogh Portland, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Spokane is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 370 kilometres east of Seattle. No trip is complete without experiencing Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes.
