Travelling from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Silao Airport (BJX): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Sacramento International Airport to Silao Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Silao is UTC-6, which is two hours ahead of Sacramento.
Every week, there are three Sacramento International Airport to Silao Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your SMF to BJX flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Silao (and then discovering more of Mexico!) is a cinch with Volaris. This popular airline has direct flights from Sacramento International Airport to Silao Airport.
Volaris is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Volaris is the most punctual carrier that offers SMF to BJX flights. An exceptional 84.62% of its departures on this route land on time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sacramento International Airport to Silao Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between SMF and BJX:
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Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
SMF's address is 6900 Airport Boulevard.
81% of flights departing from Sacramento International Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from SMF.
Sacramento International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Get your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Silao Airport off to a hassle-free start. Just a short drive from SMF, spend the night in Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG and be well-rested for the journey ahead.
Arriving at Silao Airport (BJX)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Sacramento International Airport to Silao Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BJX instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Silao Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from America, MEX or Routes Car Rentals and see more of Silao and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Silao Airport about two weeks in advance.
When to fly to Silao Airport (BJX)
June is the most popular month for flights from Sacramento International Airport to Silao Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Silao in March.
When reserving your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Silao Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Silao, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SMF to BJX in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Silao. Around 290 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Zócalo, Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Mexico, consider Ecatepec de Morelos, roughly 290 kilometres south-east of Silao. Zoologico Zacango, Centro Ecoturistico y Educación Ambiental Sierra de Guadalupe and Botanical Garden are highlights.