Travelling from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF): what you need to know
Sacramento is one hour behind Edmonton and observes the UTC-7 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your YEG to SMF flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
At the moment, R 2,843 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Edmonton International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 5,397. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from YEG to SMF, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Edmonton International Airport to Sacramento International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from YEG to SMF.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Edmonton International Airport to Sacramento International Airport.
Handy information about Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
69.55% of flights that depart Edmonton International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To get to Edmonton International Airport from central Edmonton, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near YEG. Whether you have an early flight from Edmonton International Airport to Sacramento International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Consider staying at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas after arriving from your Edmonton International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight. It's only a short drive from SMF and a handy option if you're eager to get some rest right away.
Travel at your own speed with a Sacramento International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and see more of Sacramento and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Sacramento International Airport around two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento
The street address for SMF is 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Sacramento. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
August is the busiest month for flights from Edmonton International Airport to Sacramento International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Sacramento in May.
When reserving your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Sacramento International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Sacramento, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YEG to SMF sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
San Jose is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Sacramento. Around 145 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in United States, consider San Francisco, about 121 kilometres south-west of Sacramento. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are key highlights.
