Traveling from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Sacramento: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Denver International Airport to Sacramento is 2 hours 24 minutes.
The timezone in Sacramento is UTC-7. The city is 1 hour behind Denver, where Denver International Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF). Choose from 95 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DEN to SMF is the 05:01 Frontier Airlines service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 22:55 with Southwest Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from DEN to Sacramento, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Hopping on a plane during a peak time like July? Popular seasons (like summer, Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Nonstop flights from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Sacramento are available for booking. Sacramento International Airport (SMF) will be your arrival point.
You'll have your choice of carriers operating direct flights from Denver International Airport to Sacramento. Reserve your trip with one of these:
When flying domestically within United States, you don't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to present some kind of identification, such as an ID card or driver's license. Once you've booked cheap tickets from Denver International Airport to Sacramento, make sure your ID is up to date.
Located around 40 kilometers from central Denver, DEN can be reached in approximately 34 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 31 minutes.
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How to find the cheapest flights from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Sacramento
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Denver International Airport to Sacramento is $46. The cheapest price for a return flight is $92. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from DEN to Sacramento, reserve your journey 11 months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Denver International Airport to Sacramento is July. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.
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Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to the center of Sacramento takes around 17 minutes by car. It's approximately 19 kilometers away.
It'll take around 24 minutes if you're using public transport.
Hop off your flight from Denver International Airport to Sacramento and be in your hotel bed shortly after. If you want a convenient option a short drive from SMF, make your way to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas.
Stockton Airport (SCK)
Stockton Airport (SCK) is around 88 kilometers from the center of Sacramento. Once you've hopped off your flight from Denver International Airport to Sacramento, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Traveling by public transport will take around 3 hours and 18 minutes.
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Best time to go to Sacramento
August is the busiest month to catch a flight from Denver International Airport to Sacramento while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Sacramento, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Lock in your flight from Denver International Airport to Sacramento for July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 37ºC.
Search for cheap flights from DEN to Sacramento in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC and 17ºC on average.
More about Sacramento
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Sacramento right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Denver International Airport to Sacramento:
Old Sacramento State Historic Park and Crocker Art Museum are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Sacramento must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Discovery Park.
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