Sacramento airport (SMF)
Location details, contact information, airlines, departure and arrival flight status, transportation, facilities and services, parking, special passenger amenities, nearby hotels and answers to passengers' frequently asked questions.
Passenger Guide
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is the primary gateway to Northern California, serving the state capital and the surrounding region. Known for its easy wayfinding and public art, it operates a strong network of domestic flights and international routes to Canada and Mexico.
Official Website: smf.aero
Information Phone: +1 916 929 5411.
Terminals
The airport has two terminals: Terminal A and Terminal B. Both operate 24 hours.
Inter-Terminal Shuttle: A free shuttle bus connects both terminals. It operates 24/7 with approximately 10-minute frequencies.
Annual Passenger Traffic: 13.9 million passengers in 2024.
Information Points
Information desks are located on the arrivals (baggage-claim) level of both terminals. In addition, the airport has a team of Volunteer Ambassadors—recognizable by their blue vests—who assist throughout the facility.
Location
The airport is located 16 km (10 miles) northwest of downtown Sacramento.
See MapParking services at Sacramento airport (SMF)
There are areas for short and long stays, with charging stations for electric vehicles. Near the entrance to the site, there is an area for passenger pick-up (Cell Phone Lot), free of charge for 3 hours. More information: Tel +1 916 874 0825. Rates
Hourly B Parking - For short stays, located near Terminal B.
Parking Garage A & B - Covered parking for short and long stays, connected to the terminals by bridges on levels 3 and 5.
Daily Lots A & B - Long-term sectors, with complementary bus service every 15-20 minutes.
East & West Economy Lots - Economy areas away from the terminals. Courtesy buses run at 25-30 min. intervals.
Facilities for passengers with special needs
Adapted telephones, Braille signage, reserved parking spaces, elevators, escalators, relief areas for service animals. Airlines can provide wheelchairs free of charge upon reservation, or you can call Tel +1 916 874 0126 one or two days in advance. Paratransit (Tel +1 916 429 2744) and Med Star (Tel +1 916 669 0550) offer transportation for passengers with reduced mobility.
Latest updates: November 13, 2025
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