Flying from London to Sacramento: what you need to know
London has plenty of airports where you can start your journey. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Sacramento. Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the other main bases in the city.
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is where your flight will arrive in Sacramento.
Sacramento's timezone is UTC-7, making Sacramento seven hours behind London.
Give yourself enough time to catch your London to Sacramento flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Sacramento
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap London to Sacramento flights if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Finding cheap plane tickets from London to Sacramento is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a fantastic deal.
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Flying from London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper London to Sacramento flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from London Heathrow Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
The journey from central London to LHR takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a handy hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Sacramento, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 68.18% of flights complete their journey on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your London to Sacramento flight. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever your plans, here's where you can stop between London Gatwick Airport and Sacramento:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
With public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 20 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to Sacramento:
When it comes to flight punctuality, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
The trip to STN from the centre of London is around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your London to Sacramento flight without having to rush. These hotels near Stansted Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're setting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights get to their destinations without delays. At STN, that figure is 64.73%.
Arriving in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is approximately 14 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
Hit the road running by picking up a Sacramento International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget to explore Sacramento and beyond.
Booking your ride from Sacramento International Airport around two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Airport (SCK)
Once your flight from London to Sacramento has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Sacramento is approximately 80 kilometres from Stockton Airport (SCK).
The journey will take roughly 3 hours 20 minutes on public transport.
The address for Stockton Airport is 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
Best time to go to Sacramento
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from London to Sacramento. August is the busiest month to travel to Sacramento. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in May.
Lock in a London to Sacramento ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Sacramento to range from 15ºC to 37ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 17ºC. Search for cheap flights from London to Sacramento around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sacramento
Start your Sacramento trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Sacramento, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Old Sacramento State Historic Park, Crocker Art Museum and Discovery Park are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Sacramento itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Sacramento, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Travel about 145 kilometres south to San Jose to tick off its must-visit sights. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in United States, consider San Francisco, about 121 kilometres south-west of Sacramento. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are key highlights.
