Traveling from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know
The timezone in Auckland is UTC+13, which is 20 hours ahead of Sacramento.
Leave enough time to make your SMF to AKL flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sacramento International Airport to Auckland Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SMF and AKL:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Vancouver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Auckland Airport (AKL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Auckland Airport flight is $580. A round-trip fare is currently $862. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from SMF to AKL, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Sacramento International Airport to Auckland Airport.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from SMF to AKL.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Sacramento International Airport to Auckland Airport.
Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
SMF's address is 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 82.15% of flights that take off from SMF reach their destination on time.
Central Sacramento to Sacramento International Airport is approximately 12 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes when using public transport.
Want a place to stay before your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Auckland Airport? Check out Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas. Enjoy a good night's rest here before heading to SMF.
Arriving at Auckland Airport (AKL)
Consider staying in a hotel near AKL if you're taking a late Sacramento International Airport to Auckland Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up an Auckland Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Yes rentals or Bargain Rental Cars to explore Auckland and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Auckland Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
Auckland Airport to central Auckland has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 17 miles away.
It takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Auckland Airport (AKL)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Auckland Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Auckland. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Auckland Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Auckland, with the temperature ranging from 59ºF to 75ºF.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SMF to AKL in July. Temperatures average between 48ºF and 57ºF then.
Explore more of New Zealand
Auckland is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of New Zealand you should also see. About 310 miles south of Auckland, a trip to Wellington will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
If you want to check out another major stop in New Zealand, consider Manukau City, about 11 miles south-east of Auckland. Japanese park, C3 Manukau and King of Kings Church are key reasons to visit.
