--- iata: SMF name: Sacramento International Airport city: Sacramento country: United States lastUpdated: '2026-09-03' officialWebsite: 'https://flysmf.gov/' sources: - 'https://flysmf.gov/' - 'https://flysmf.gov/dining-and-shopping/dining' - 'https://flysmf.gov/to-and-from/parking' - 'https://flysmf.gov/to-and-from/public-transportation' - 'https://flysmf.gov/flight-and-travel/airlines' - >- https://flysmf.gov/articles/sacramento-international-airport-sets-new-records-in-2025-accelerates-growth-and-expansion - 'https://escapelounges.com/us/airport-lounges/sacramento/terminal-a/' - 'https://escapelounges.com/us/airport-lounges/sacramento/terminal-b/' - >- https://www.prioritypass.com/en/lounges/united-states-of-america/sacramento-international/smf-escape-lounges - 'https://www.sacrt.com/airport-express-bus-service/' - 'https://yolobus.com/airport/' - 'https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sacramento_International_Airport' - 'https://california.uso.org/programs/uso-centers' quickFacts: - >- Two terminals: A (American, Delta, United, Air Canada) and B (Southwest, Alaska, Frontier, JetBlue, Aeromexico, Volaris, and other Mexico carriers) - Record 13.9 million passengers in 2025; roughly 32 gates total - >- Strong local dining (Cafe Bernardo, Nixtaco, Magpie Café, Temple Coffee, BAWK! by Urban Roots) - Free Wi-Fi; TSA opens 4 a.m.; CLEAR + PreCheck in both terminals - >- SMForward ~$1.4B program: pedestrian walkway and parking garage targeted for late 2026 - Walkable between terminals via garage (~10 min) or free shuttle bentoTips: - label: Timing title: Hit security before 5 a.m. or after 9 a.m. detail: >- Arrive 2 hours domestic; checkpoints close after the last flights (~12:30 a.m.). summary: >- Busiest TSA windows are 4–6 a.m. and midday peaks—PreCheck/CLEAR usually cuts waits to under 5–10 minutes. category: timing - label: Terminal title: Walk the garage between A and B detail: >- Terminal B requires the automated people mover after check-in/security to reach the gate concourse. summary: >- Pedestrian bridges through the parking garage beat the shuttle for most connections—about 10 minutes door-to-door. category: terminal - label: Food title: Skip chains for local farm-to-fork detail: >- Most airside spots open around 4 a.m. until the last flight; gluten-free and vegan options are widely available. summary: >- Prioritize Cafe Bernardo, Nixtaco, Magpie Café, Temple Coffee, or BAWK! over Wendy’s or Starbucks when you have time. category: food - label: Status title: Check live parking before you drive detail: Economy shuttles every 25–30 min; allow up to 60 min total from far lots. summary: >- Garage and Daily lots fill and close often—use the official availability page or economy lots with shuttle buffer. category: status lounges: - name: Escape Lounges Terminal A hours: 'Mon–Wed/Sat–Sun 04:00–20:00; Thu–Fri 04:00–22:00' access: - Priority Pass (pre-book recommended; bring the card) - Amex Platinum - Delta SkyMiles Reserve (same-day Delta-marketed flight) - Day pass from $45 (walk-up $60) bestFor: - Short pre-flight reset - Work with power summary: >- Small and often capacity-constrained; solid complimentary food/drinks and local vibe if you get in—day passes are rarely worth it when lines form. verdict: depends terminal: Terminal A amenities: - Hot/cold local food - Full bar - Wi-Fi - Charging ports - Print/scan - name: Escape Lounges Terminal B hours: 'Mon–Tue/Sat–Sun 04:00–20:00; Wed–Fri 04:00–21:00' access: - Priority Pass (pre-book recommended; bring the card) - Amex Platinum - Delta SkyMiles Reserve (same-day Delta-marketed flight) - Day pass from $45 (walk-up $60) bestFor: - Southwest/Alaska flyers - Slightly more space than A summary: >- Slightly preferred over A by many for food variety and patio feel, but still compact and busy—fine on Priority Pass/Amex if there is no wait. verdict: depends terminal: Terminal B amenities: - Hot/cold local food - Full bar - Wi-Fi - Charging - Indoor patio area - Print/scan waterOptions: - kind: refill name: Post-security hydration stations zone: airside summary: >- Free filtered bottle-filling stations—bring an empty bottle through security for the best zero-cost option. location: 'Near the orange Dignity Health signs, adjacent to restrooms and gates' terminal: Terminal A and B isBestValue: true isBestQuality: true - kind: purchase name: Starbucks or convenience markets zone: airside price: $3.50–5.00 for 500–600ml typical airport bottle summary: Standard overpriced bottles; grab only if you forgot a refillable. location: Multiple Starbucks and Taylors/Sycamore Market near gates or check-in terminal: Terminal A or B - kind: purchase name: Sidewalk Juice zone: airside price: ~$4–6 for bottled or fresh options summary: >- Better quality juices/smoothies if paying, but still premium pricing versus free refill. location: Sidewalk Juice kiosks airside on Upper Level A and in Terminal B terminal: Terminal A or B - kind: free name: Standard water fountains zone: airside summary: Basic free fountains as backup if bottle-fill stations are occupied. location: Next to restrooms throughout concourses and near hydration stations terminal: Both terminals airportistScore: 7.3 slug: smf region: North America --- > Markdown for [/airports/smf](/airports/smf). Append `.md` to any page URL (or send `Accept: text/markdown`) for an agent-readable copy. - [HTML page](/airports/smf) - [Lounge directory](/airports/smf/lounges.md) - [Sitemap](/sitemap.md) # Sacramento International Airport (SMF) Sacramento, United States · North America Efficient mid-size airport with excellent local food and straightforward layout, traded against small crowded lounges and occasional parking/security peaks during growth. ## Airportist Score **7.3 / 10** - Comfort: 7.0 - Navigation: 7.8 - Food: 8.2 - Transport: 7.5 - Disruption resilience: 6.8 ## At a glance - Passengers: 13.9M - Terminals: 2 active terminals - Typical security: 15 min - On-time: 77% - Disruption: normal ## Best for - Local California dining before flights - Quick domestic hops with PreCheck - Easy downtown access via cheap bus or short rideshare - Families and straightforward navigation ## Watch out for - Small Escape Lounges hitting capacity with lines - Parking garage/Daily filling and closing without notice - Early-morning security and lounge readiness gaps - No airside terminal connection—re-clear for transfers ## More intel - [Lounge directory](/airports/smf/lounges.md) (free) - [Getting there](/airports/smf/getting-there.md) (free) - [Amenities](/airports/smf/amenities.md) - [Traveler tips](/airports/smf/tips.md) - [Water](/airports/smf/water.md) - [Full guide](/airports/smf/guide.md) - [Disruptions](/airports/smf/disruptions.md) - [Reviews](/airports/smf/reviews.md)