Travelling from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Paris: what you need to know
The timezone in Paris is UTC+1. The city is eight hours ahead of Sacramento, where Sacramento International Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your SMF to Paris flight.
Taking off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick off a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from SMF to Paris, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
The journey from central Sacramento to SMF takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Get your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Paris off to a hassle-free start. Just a quick drive from SMF, stay at Not Here do not Book and you'll be well-rested for the journey ahead.
Sacramento International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 82.15% of flights that take off from SMF reach their destination without delay.
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Paris
$544 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Paris flight. A return flight ticket right now is $951. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from SMF to Paris if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Paris. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 45 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Sacramento International Airport to Paris, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near CDG:
Pick up a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car and discover Paris and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Keddy By Europcar and Europcar are top providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from SMF to Paris.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is roughly 19 kilometres from central Paris. Once you've disembarked your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Paris, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take about 55 minutes.
After stepping off your SMF to Paris flight, rest your head at a hotel close to ORY. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Paris Orly Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar and be off and running.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from ORY one week ahead of time often means lower prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Paris Orly Airport is located at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Step off your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Paris and go straight to your hotel or start exploring right away. Central Paris is around 88 kilometres from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes to drive there.
The journey will take you around 2 hours 20 minutes using public transport.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your trip by staying at a hotel near BVA after your SMF to Paris flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or just take a moment to find your footing in a new city at:
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next leg of your trip by picking up a Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car. Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar are dependable companies for booking.
If you're looking for a specific type of vehicle, lock in your ride from BVA about three weeks before your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Paris. This gives you a better chance of getting the car you want, as well as a better price.
Beauvais-Tille Airport can be found at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Paris. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel rates are generally higher and major attractions can get crowded. Go to Paris in the low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your Sacramento International Airport to Paris flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Paris, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from SMF to Paris in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Paris
Start your Paris trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Paris, check out our selection of hotels including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are essential stops on your Paris itinerary.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many places in France waiting to be discovered after you've seen Paris. Around 386 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
Nantes is another standout destination in France and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Paris. No journey is complete without visiting Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.