Airport Comparison
| SAN | SMF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | San Diego International Airport | Sacramento International Airport |
| IATA Code | SAN | SMF |
| ICAO Code | KSAN | KSMF |
| City | San Diego | Sacramento |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 17 ft | 27 ft |
| Coordinates | 32.730000, -117.190000 | 38.700000, -121.590000 |
San Diego (SAN) to Sacramento (SMF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States to Sacramento International Airport (SMF) in Sacramento, United States is 773 kilometers (481 miles / 418 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north northwest at a heading of 330°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 17:38 in San Diego, it's 17:38 in Sacramento.
The return flight from Sacramento (SMF) to San Diego (SAN) follows a heading of 148° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the San Diego International Airport (SAN) and Sacramento International Airport (SMF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.