Sacramento International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 7m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Sacramento International Airport
Sacramento International Airport is an international airport located in Sacramento, California, 10.5 mi (16.9 km) northwest of Downtown Sacramento and covers 6,000 acres (2,400 ha). It is the primary airport serving the Sacramento Metropolitan Area, and it is run by the Sacramento County Airport System. The airport is one of 4 airports serving Sacramento, the others being Sacramento Mather Airport, Sacramento Executive Airport, and Franklin Field.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KSMFNOTAMs
KSMFReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17L / 35R | 8,605 ft / 2,623 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 17R / 35L | 8,598 ft / 2,621 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (7)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | NORCAL APP/DEP | 125.250 MHz |
| A/D | NORCAL APP/DEP | 25.910 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 126.750 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121.100 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.700 MHz |
| TWR | CAPITOL TWR | 125.700 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
Sacramento International Airport offers nonstop flights to fifty-one destinations.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 16 of 27 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SACRAMENTO INTL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 1600 ft MSL | 4100 ft MSL |
| SACRAMENTO INTL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 4100 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: S (from about 180°), on 24% of observations, averaging 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 69% | -931 ft | |
| Feb | 89% | -725 ft | |
| Mar | 94% | -445 ft | |
| Apr | 97% | -79 ft | |
| May | 98% | 405 ft | |
| Jun | 100% | 986 ft | |
| Jul | 100% | 1,155 ft | |
| Aug | 95% | 1,147 ft | |
| Sep | 95% | 854 ft | |
| Oct | 95% | 272 ft | |
| Nov | 77% | -548 ft | |
| Dec | 56% | -935 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-935–1,155 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 663 ft | 46 ft | — |
| KFBK-AM (Sacramento) | 663 ft | 46 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 551 ft | 49 ft | — |
| KIFM-AM (Sacramento)/KYMX-FM (Sacramento) | 512 ft | 26 ft | — |
| KQEI-FM (North Highlands);KDND-FM (Sacramento);KXPR-FM (Sacramento) | 499 ft | 26 ft | — |
| KBEB-FM (Sacramento) | 499 ft | 33 ft | — |
| Wells Fargo Center | 430 ft | 66 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 423 ft | 66 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Sacramento International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Sacramento International Airport?
The ICAO code for Sacramento International Airport is KSMF, and its IATA code is SMF.
Where is Sacramento International Airport located?
Sacramento International Airport is large airport located in Sacramento, United States, at an elevation of 27 ft (8 m).
How many runways does Sacramento International Airport have?
Sacramento International Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 8,605 ft / 2,623 m.
Which airlines fly to Sacramento International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Sacramento International Airport include AeroMéxico, Air France, AirTran Airways, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, among 14 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Sacramento International Airport?
Historical data lists 28 nonstop destinations from Sacramento International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Sacramento International Airport in?
Sacramento International Airport is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Sacramento International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Sacramento International Airport is approximately 12.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Sacramento International Airport?
The nearest airport to Sacramento International Airport is Sopwith Farm Airport (27CL), about 3.2 nm to the nne, followed by Riego Flight Strip and Lauppes Strip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Sacramento International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.