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How long is the flight from Sacramento to San Francisco?

SMFSacramento
SFOSan Francisco
Flight Time
39 min
Distance
138km

86 miles

Departure
02:53
Arrival
03:32
From

SMFSacramento

Sacramento International Airport

Departure 02:53 · America/Los_Angeles

To

SFOSan Francisco

San Francisco International Airport

Arrival 03:32 · America/Los_Angeles

Route Details

The flight from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) in Sacramento to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco covers a distance of approximately 138 kilometers (86 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 39 min, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.

Time Zone Information

Departure Time Zone
America/Los_Angeles
Arrival Time Zone
America/Los_Angeles

Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the flight from Sacramento to San Francisco?

A direct flight from Sacramento to San Francisco takes around 39 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from Sacramento to San Francisco?

The distance from Sacramento to San Francisco is about 138 kilometers (86 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from Sacramento to San Francisco?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 39 min. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.

Return Flight

Travelling the other way? Check the flight time from San Francisco to Sacramento.