Flying from Philadelphia to Sacramento: what you need to know
Countless great adventures start at one of Philadelphia's main airports, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) or Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). Explore your options for booking a flight from Philadelphia to Sacramento jetting off from either of these.
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) and Stockton Airport (SCK) are the key hubs in Sacramento.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Philadelphia to Sacramento.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
You won't need your passport or a visa to travel within United States. You will need a valid proof of identity however, like a driver's licence or an ID card. Make sure they're on your packing list once you've found cheap flights from Philadelphia to Sacramento.
Flying from Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
We make it a breeze to plan a flight from Philadelphia to Sacramento with a stopover. To see the options departing from Philadelphia International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
PHL is about 19 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 17 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 44 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Philadelphia International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Philadelphia to Sacramento or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento is around 17 minutes by car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 24 minutes.
Hop off your flight from Philadelphia to Sacramento and be relaxing in your hotel bed soon after. If you're looking for a convenient option a short journey from SMF, consider Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas.
Stockton Airport (SCK)
After your flight from Philadelphia to Sacramento has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Sacramento is approximately 88 kilometres from Stockton Airport (SCK).
You can also travel using public transport, which will take approximately 3 hours and 18 minutes.
Leave arrivals and stay in a hotel close to SCK. Relax after your flight from Philadelphia to Sacramento at Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast. Or put up the 'Do not disturb' sign and catch up on some sleep at Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Sacramento
P5,234 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Sacramento. A return flight starts at P9,335. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from Philadelphia to Sacramento if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
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Best time to go to Sacramento
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Philadelphia to Sacramento. August is the busiest month to visit Sacramento. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in May.
The warmest month in Sacramento is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from Philadelphia to Sacramento in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 17ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Philadelphia to Sacramento around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sacramento
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Sacramento right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Sacramento:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Old Sacramento State Historic Park, Crocker Art Museum and Discovery Park are top sights which should be on any well-planned Sacramento itinerary.
Complete your Sacramento trip with a car rental
Browse our lineup of car rentals once you've found your hotel and cheap flight from Philadelphia to Sacramento. Whether you want an economy ride, a standard vehicle or something that makes a statement, you can compare companies in one go to get the best deal.