Travelling from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Venice: what you need to know
Sacramento International Airport is located in Sacramento. Following the UTC+1 timezone, Venice is nine hours ahead of Sacramento.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your SMF to Venice flight.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from SMF to Venice with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. The most sought-after stopovers include:
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SMF is about 14 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi 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 trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Sacramento International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from SMF arrive at their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Venice
$624 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Venice flight. A return plane ticket right now is $1,173. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from SMF to Venice, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Sacramento International Airport to Venice throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check in daily to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from SMF to Venice.
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Airports in Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
The distance from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to central Venice is roughly 13 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Sacramento International Airport to Venice, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near VCE:
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Venice Marco Polo Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from SMF to Venice.
Venice Treviso Airport (TSF)
After your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Venice has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Venice is roughly 32 kilometres from Venice Treviso Airport (TSF).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 45 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near TSF. Unwind and get cosy after your SMF to Venice flight at any of these well-located options:
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride one week ahead of your arrival at TSF can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Venice
June is the most popular month for flights from Sacramento International Airport to Venice. To escape the crowds, visit Venice in December.
The warmest month in Venice is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Sacramento International Airport to Venice plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from SMF to Venice around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Venice
Start your Venice trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Venice, explore our selection of hotels including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Saint Mark's Basilica, Canal Grande and St. Mark's Square are must-do's during your Venice adventure.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be discovered after you've seen Venice. Around 402 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Italy, head for Milan, roughly 241 kilometres west of Venice. Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral are key reasons to visit.