Flying from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Columbus: what you need to know
Columbus is three hours ahead of Sacramento, where Sacramento International Airport is located. Columbus observes the UTC-4 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your SMF to Columbus flight.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
SMF is about 14 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
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Sacramento International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from SMF land at their destination as scheduled 82.15% of the time.
SMF's address is 6900 Airport Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Columbus
$212 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Columbus flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is $494. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from SMF to Columbus. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Landing cheap tickets from Sacramento International Airport to Columbus is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest fares across each month and pick up an incredible deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SMF to Columbus by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Sacramento International Airport to Columbus.
Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is around 13 kilometres from the centre of Columbus. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 10 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to CMH if you have a late flight from Sacramento International Airport to Columbus. Check in to one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
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Improve your chances of getting a great price by booking early. Reserving your ride from John Glenn Columbus International Airport at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from SMF to Columbus is a good move.
CMH is located at 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
Central Columbus is around 26 kilometres from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK). After your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Columbus has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 25 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 20 minutes or so.
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Best time to go to Columbus
Before securing your flights from Sacramento International Airport to Columbus, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Columbus offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season means you'll get better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Columbus is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Sacramento International Airport to Columbus flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC and 6ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from SMF to Columbus around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Columbus
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Columbus right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Columbus:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Ohio Statehouse, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and German Village are essential stops on your Columbus itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Columbus has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United States you'll want to see. About 451 kilometres north-west of Columbus, a visit to Chicago will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Around 274 kilometres west of Columbus, Indianapolis is another essential stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
