Travelling from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF): what you need to know
Sacramento's timezone is UTC-8, which makes Sacramento eight hours behind Dublin.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your DUB to SMF flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dublin Airport to Sacramento International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between DUB and SMF:
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Vancouver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
$969 is currently the best price for a one-way Dublin Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,780. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from DUB to SMF. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from Dublin Airport to Sacramento International Airport.
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Handy information about Dublin Airport (DUB)
When it comes to Dublin Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Dublin Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Dublin. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Dublin Airport to Sacramento International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near DUB:
Arriving at Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Once your Dublin Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight has landed, relax at a hotel close by. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG is a comfortable option that's not too far from SMF.
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Sacramento International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Sacramento's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Sacramento International Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
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 the centre of Sacramento. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It'll take around 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
July is the busiest month for flights from Dublin Airport to Sacramento International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Sacramento in March.
Before locking in your flight from Dublin Airport to Sacramento International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Sacramento, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 39ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from DUB to SMF in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC and 17ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
Sacramento has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. Around 145 kilometres south of Sacramento, a visit to San Jose will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
Around 121 kilometres south-west of Sacramento, San Francisco is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island.