Travelling from Sacramento to Santa Fe Regional Airport (SAF): What you need to know
The timezone in Santa Fe is UTC-7, which is one hour ahead of Sacramento. Santa Fe Regional Airport is located in Santa Fe.
Your flight from Sacramento to SAF won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Hopping on a plane during a peak month like July? Busy periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
SMF is about 19 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
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Sacramento International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from SMF arrive at their destination as scheduled.
You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK)
SCK is around 72 kilometres from central Sacramento. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want to add an extra day to your getaway? Consider booking a hotel near Stockton Metropolitan Airport the night before your Sacramento to SAF flight. Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast by IHG and Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton will have a room for you.
59% of flights out of Stockton Metropolitan Airport meet their expected arrival time.
SCK is located at 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
About Santa Fe Regional Airport (SAF)
Reserve a hotel close to SAF if you have a late flight from Sacramento to Santa Fe Regional Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your Sacramento to Santa Fe Regional Airport flight.
Getting from Santa Fe Regional Airport (SAF) to central Santa Fe
From Santa Fe Regional Airport, central Santa Fe is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It takes around 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Santa Fe Regional Airport (SAF)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to Santa Fe Regional Airport is $387. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $433. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Sacramento to SAF if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Sacramento to Santa Fe Regional Airport (SAF)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Sacramento to Santa Fe Regional Airport (SAF). April is when most people travel to Santa Fe. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in November.
Before locking in your Sacramento to SAF plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Santa Fe, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Sacramento to Santa Fe Regional Airport in January when temperatures are between -10ºC (14ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Santa Fe
After booking your flight from Sacramento to Santa Fe Regional Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Santa Fe:
The Santa Fe Opera and Museum of International Folk Art are just two of the top attractions to put on your Santa Fe must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Pecos Wilderness Area.
Explore more of the United States
Roswell is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Santa Fe. Around 290 kilometres away to the southeast, check out popular attractions including Spaceport Park, Anderson Museum of Contemporary Art and Roswell Museum & Art Centre.
Farmington is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 225 kilometres northwest of Santa Fe. No trip is complete without dropping by Animas River, Farmington Museum and Museum of Navajo Art & Culture.
