Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Sacramento: what you need to know
Fort Lauderdale's main airport is Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Check out your options for departing from this terminal when booking your flights from Fort Lauderdale to Sacramento.
The major entry paths to Sacramento are Sacramento International Airport (SMF) and Stockton Airport (SCK).
Sacramento's timezone is UTC-7, making Sacramento three hours behind Fort Lauderdale.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your Fort Lauderdale to Sacramento flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Sacramento
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Flying from Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Located around 5 kilometres from the centre of Fort Lauderdale, FLL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 25 minutes.
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73.74% of flights departing from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
FLL is located at 320 Terminal Drive.
Arriving in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
It usually takes 25 minutes to get there on public transport.
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For the lowest price, book your ride from Sacramento International Airport about two weeks in advance of your Fort Lauderdale to Sacramento flight.
The address for SMF is 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Airport (SCK)
Stockton Airport (SCK) is about 80 kilometres from central Sacramento. After your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Sacramento, it'll take you approximately 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 3 hours 20 minutes.
Stockton Airport can be found at 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
Best time to go to Sacramento
May is the quietest month for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Sacramento, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Sacramento based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Fort Lauderdale to Sacramento ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Sacramento to range from 15ºC to 37ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to Sacramento in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 17ºC on average.
More about Sacramento
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There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Old Sacramento State Historic Park, Crocker Art Museum and Discovery Park are popular attractions which should feature on any good Sacramento itinerary.
Explore more of United States
San Jose is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Sacramento. Around 145 kilometres to the south, check out popular attractions including Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
Around 121 kilometres south-west of Sacramento, San Francisco is another essential stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street.