Flying from Sacramento to Atlanta: what you need to know
Begin your travels at one of Sacramento's main airports, Sacramento International Airport (SMF) or Stockton Airport (SCK). Explore your options for booking a flight from Sacramento to Atlanta jetting off from either of these.
When it comes to where you'll land, Atlanta's primary entry point is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
Around 4 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Sacramento to Atlanta flight.
The timezone in Atlanta is UTC-4, which is three hours ahead of Sacramento.
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 21 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Sacramento to Atlanta is with Delta Air Lines at 23:15. Go for the first SMF to ATL departure with Delta Air Lines at 07:00 to make the most of your first day in Atlanta.
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 can comfortably catch your Sacramento to Atlanta flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Atlanta
At the moment, $158 is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to Atlanta. The cheapest price for a return flight is $315. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap Sacramento to Atlanta flights by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for landing a great bargain on plane tickets from Sacramento to Atlanta. If your travel dates are not set in stone, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Flying from Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Depart from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) on a nonstop flight from Sacramento to Atlanta. From SMF, you can fly directly to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
Delta Air Lines is a popular carrier that offers direct Sacramento to Atlanta plane tickets from SMF.
Located around 14 kilometres from central Sacramento, SMF can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 25 minutes.
Get your flight from Sacramento to Atlanta off to a relaxed start. Only a quick drive from Sacramento International Airport, spend the night at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas and be well-rested for the journey ahead.
Sacramento International Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from SMF land on schedule 82.15% of the time.
SMF's address is 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
The distance from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta is roughly 13 kilometres. It'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Sacramento to Atlanta, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near ATL:
Go where the road takes you with a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Europcar and venture far and wide through Atlanta and beyond.
Booking your ride from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Best time to go to Atlanta
July is the busiest month for flights from Sacramento to Atlanta. To skip the crowds, head to Atlanta in February.
The warmest month in Atlanta is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 34ºC. Book your Sacramento to Atlanta ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Sacramento to Atlanta in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 14ºC on average.
More about Atlanta
After booking your flight from Sacramento to Atlanta, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Atlanta:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Georgia Aquarium, Centennial Olympic Park and Piedmont Park are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Atlanta itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Atlanta has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be explored. Around 467 kilometres south-east of Atlanta, a visit to Jacksonville will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Charlotte is another well-known destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta. No trip is complete without dropping by NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.