Sacramento International Airport

Sacramento International Airport is not a huge or overwhelming airport, which actually makes it very convenient. It’s clean, well organized, and easy to navigate. Bathrooms are available almost everywhere, which is very convenient for travelers. There are also good amenities, including a Starbucks and other food options. Most major airlines operate from Terminal A, making the experience smooth and efficient

Outside of my home airport in Indianapolis, this is easily my second-favorite airport. Sacramento International Airport is consistently clean, well maintained, and efficiently run from start to finish. TSA PreCheck here is one of the most efficient I’ve experienced anywhere. It moves quickly, the staff is professional and courteous, and the process is smooth overall. One quick note for travelers: if you’re wearing boots with metal, non-standard glasses, or bracelets that aren’t typical gold or silver, expect them to set off the scanner. That said, even with that, the process was still fast and handled well. Check-in and baggage claim were both quick and painless. Everything is clearly marked and easy to navigate. If you’re renting a car, just be aware that you’ll need to take a shuttle to the rental car facility. The shuttle pickup is right outside the baggage claim doors—read the signs and you truly can’t miss it. The shuttles run frequently, the ride is short, and it has never been a hassle. The rental car area itself is also very efficient and well organized. Overall, SMF does an excellent job balancing efficiency, cleanliness, and traveler experience. Outside of Indianapolis International Airport, it’s one of the best airports I fly through and always a pleasant experience

Medium-sized airport with a solid selection of food and shops. The newly renovated terminal and bathrooms are super clean, and there are chargers at almost every other seat, which is a big plus. They recently added a small Starbucks kiosk, but it’s always packed… huge lines every time. Looks like more restaurants are opening soon, which will definitely help with options. Overall, clean, easy to navigate, and one of the nicer mid-size airports out there.

The airport isn’t large so it’s easy to get in and out of. Very nice decor. The restaurants don’t get good ratings in Terminal A but we found a wine bar with great food in there . The baggage area has some fun decor. The ride share doesn’t have much coverage or protection from the weather. That’s my only complaint

Easy parking,expanded recently. Security checkpoint move pretty quickly. Clear and TSA Pre are available. Terminal A has major US carriers and Air Canada. Terminal B is Southwest and smaller carriers. Food is available prior to entering shuttle to terminal B and inside terminals. AMEX lounge

Review: Avoid SMF – Total Inefficiency and Pointless New Rules I used to prefer Sacramento International (SMF) because it was easy, but that’s clearly a thing of the past. They’ve implemented a "new protocol" that is an absolute nightmare for travelers. First off, you are no longer allowed to take luggage on the electric escalators. Instead, they force you into a massive bottleneck for the elevators or a "new" route that makes no sense. But the real kicker? They are now requiring luggage to be "double-checked" by the airline in a process that is a complete and utter waste of time. I’ve never seen an airport work so hard to make the passenger experience slower. It’s redundant, poorly communicated, and adds a ridiculous amount of time to the check-in process. If you value your time and want to avoid a massive headache, do yourself a favor and fly out of somewhere else. I won’t be using this airport again, and I strongly recommend you don’t either until they fix this mess.

A very nice airport with clearly marked signs. The place is very clean, plenty of departure and arrival screens. Washrooms are well kept and clean

Sacramento international airport changed recently in a good way. They added lounges to terminal A and terminal B. Priority pass accepted. Always clean and almost never lines for TSA. Friendly personal. I have never had any issues with my flights. I wish they add more international options, since to fly to Europe or Asia you almost certainly need catch connection flight.

Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is a hidden gem among airports! It's smaller than the major hubs but packs a punch when it comes to convenience and comfort. The airport is clean, well-organized, and easy to navigate. There are only 2 terminals, so you won't get lost or overwhelmed here. The food options, while not as extensive as larger airports, offer some solid choices. Whether you're craving a quick coffee, a fresh salad, or a hot meal, there's something to satisfy. Security lines are short and move very quickly--a huge bonus when you're in a hurry. The staffs are friendly and helpful, which adds to the laid-back and welcoming vibe. The whole process only took 10 minutes. One standout feature is how stress-free the entire experience is, from check-in to boarding. It's not chaotic, and you can actually relax while waiting for your flight. For those who value convenience, efficiency, and an stress-free travel experience, SMF is a top choice.

I want to fly like an eagle To the sea Fly like an eagle Let my spirit carry me... Early bird (or eagle) gets the worm or in this case gets thru security quickly. Uber dropped me off right by Terminal B (thank you Jesus). Checked bags or not you have the ticket counter right there. The People mover will get you to Terminal B once you pass thru security. Only downfall about flying early is virtually nothing is open except the Pizzeria. I thought I saw some people foaming at the mouth waiting for Starbucks to open. Even some of their animals looked at them weird. You can fill your water bottles once you pass thru security. Overall east to get in and out from getting off the plane to going thru security. God bless

We landed right on time and had a smooth flight. We weren't the last flight of the evening and the stores were still open which was a plus. I hate landing and entering the airport and everything is already closed and no one is around. Our luggage came out of the carrousel with all of the others. They didn't loose our luggage, so that was a huge blessing. The Lyft pick up spot was close to the terminal and an easy walk from the baggage claim. They Lyft app found our location and we quickly got a ride. The driver was in the cell phone lot waiting for passengers.

I have flown in and out of some of the largest airports in the world, and some of the smallest in the world, and there's a lot to be said for the Sacramento International Airport. When they say there's no place like home, it's definitely in reference to this airport. It's incredibly well organized from the moment you enter the airport street and you have to decide between building A or building B. It's that simple. The airline names are posted, and there are adjacent parking structures for each of the buildings, that offer short term or long-term parking, depending on your needs. Yes, it can be costly, but not as expensive as some of the other parking garages at other airports. As you make your way through TSA, the airport is kept very clean, and the biggest highlight is that there are plenty of restaurants and other services that are open from early in the morning until into the evening. This is not a common practice at all airports , even within California. You won't feel lost, and you won't hear muffled voices over the loudspeaker. Again, this is a very well organized airport. You'll easily be able to find your way to your gate, and you'll clearly hear the announcements so you won't miss your departure time. While airline staff works at their respective gates, my interaction with various airlines has always been super positive, and I have found that the customer service has been consistent across the board. We have a great airport that we can be proud of!

Typical holiday travel crowds, very busy. No issues occurred, thankful for that! Was ready to enjoy vacation.

Really nice since they remodeled a while back. Fast monorail small shuttles come about every few minutes to take you to your airport terminals if it's located out in a distance. There were nice, large abstract art pieces located throughout.

A fairly small airport is a good airport in the sense that things happen more quickly, no need to really cross long distances to get to your gate (I'm reminiscing on one hectic flight transfer that I was almost late to due to a delay, only to find that my connecting flight was also delayed so I did not really need to stress at all). That also means you don't need to get there too early. I miss being in Northern California and expect to be back soon.

My husband and I have become fans of Sacramento Airport. It's made flying a lot less stressful. It's been easy to get to, we haven't yet had an issue finding parking at the airport, the vibe is usually laid back, it's clean, the airport personnel have always been helpful, and the security lines are manageable. Sacramento Airport doesn't have the wealth of eateries and stores that SFO has - but it has enough and they're solid as well. Sacramento Airport has made leaving and arriving in California a much more peaceful experience. Trust.

I recently had an flight at Sacramento International Airport (SMF), and I have to say, it's always easy to get through TSA PreCheck there. The lines move quickly, and the staff is efficient. Regarding construction, they're currently working on some improvements, but it's well-organized and hasn't caused me any major delays. Parking is also straightforward, with plenty of options close to the terminals. I fly American Airlines often, and I've had no issues with SMF. It's a smooth experience every time.

Could this be the easiest airport in the history of airports. Been here twice. And each time I flew through TSA pre check each time. It felt like I had my own private security line. And even during the "busy" times, there was only a handful of people. Which is surprising because I figured most people fly through here to get to the wine country. Because it's not a lot of foot traffic during the Saturday evening I was here and the Thursday evening, the staff are mostly chilling and cracking jokes. They were all bubbly. It's well labeled and super easy to navigate. It took longer to walk to the tram (all 2 minutes) than it took to get to the different terminal and gates. And when you pass by TSA, all the gates are right there in your face. So if you need to run, you won't have to run far nor long. The seats in terminal B aren't fancy and looks a bit worn down but it gets the job done. There's a handful of places to eat or grab coffee. Nothing popped out but the prices looked pretty reasonable. Sacramento is the so called farm to table capital of the world so I imagine their food in the restaurant is fresher than other airports.

I am so thankful that SMF is my home airport. It's easy to navigate, parking is reasonable (as reasonable as airport parking can be), it's close to the city and typically lines aren't too crazy. We live pretty close to the airport now and in recent years we either get dropped off or grab an Uber, the drop off and pick up areas are clearly marked and easy to navigate and once you're dropped off it's easy to get to your gate. They have been making some updates to the airport to include more local businesses in the terminals and add some Sacramento flavor. It's cool to see and other than airport prices, it's nice to have better options while you wait for your flight. On my latest trip home I did run into the craziest crowd as people waited on the shuttle from terminal b to the main area and baggage claim. I'm not sure if it was a busy day or if they had some technical difficulties but it was more crowded than I've ever seen it for arrivals. As they work on the upcoming changes to our airport I hope they keep all the amazing parts of it in mind and continue to have it be a consumer friendly experience.

Never been to Sacramento in all the year living in So. Cal. Been up North many times, just not Sac. I have to say the airport is very nice, easy in and out. There is a train/shuttle that takes you right to baggage claim, really easy and not crowded. The traffic here is so nice compared to LA traffic. Rush hour I know exists, but compared to what I am used to it was amazing to not be in gridlock. Not related to the Airport, which I already said is great. Sacramento is a nice mix between the City, our Capital as well as rural areas near by. Downtown is very clean and not overly crowded. Nice place overall. Enjoy!

I've never flown to Sacramento but it was a smooth, and beautiful flight! Airport was clean, bathrooms well stocked and lots of water filling stations.

I've been flying out of SMF for the past decade, and even more frequently in the last two years. It's easily become one of my favorite airports. I really appreciate the system they have in place. Everything runs smoothly, from parking and drop-off to checking in luggage at the lobby and going through security. The TSA PreCheck lines, in particular, are quick and efficient here. I regularly fly out of both terminals, though Terminal B is my favorite. Both terminals are great, but Terminal B has more food and shopping options. I especially love that the gate areas have charging ports in the seats--not something you see at many mid-sized airports. One of the best things about SMF is the relatively low foot traffic. Even as a mid-size airport, it never feels too crowded, which helps make the travel experience more relaxed and stress-free. Terminal A is currently undergoing some renovations, and while I appreciate the updates, I'd love to see more additions like increased lounge access, live performances, and more local businesses featured. For a mid-size airport, SMF is one of the best. It's well-maintained, runs efficiently, and continues to evolve in all the right ways. It's always a pleasure to return home to this non-hectic airport.

This is a nice airport. Not as busy as Sky Harbor, thank goodness. Only took a few minutes to get through the TSA, that is always nice. It is very clean and interesting art at the baggage pick up. They have a special spot for Uber and Lyft pick up which was really nice. They didn't have that in Washington, DC when we went and the driver couldn't find us. No so good after a long flight.

Beautiful and easy to navigate airport that is on the smaller side from what you'd expect, but with the neighboring airport being SFO, I can see why. SMF (Sacramento International Airport), is a beautifully decorated, and sparsely populated airport. With easy to read signs, gigantic doors leading to the several pick up and drop off locations, and a couple pretty awesome bars, it's an airport that I don't frequent often, but I never have a bad experience when I do. TSA is probably the quickest I have ever encountered in the country, and you don't feel the normal stress that you would during the process. This airport gets a 5/5 from ya girl!

Love SMF. The check-in process is really quick. It's clean and the staff are really nice. Never had a problem with baggage claim. Fingerscrossed. Don't want to jinx myself. P.S. if you play Pokemon Go, they have pokestops and gyms too!

Really nice airport; one of the best airport experiences I have had in a long while. Clean, spacious, and bright with a decent amount of food options and plenty of comfortable seating. I had a really pleasant experience flying out of here recently and keep telling people that it was the easiest airport I have been in in a while. Kudos to them!

The new waiting lot is soooo clutch!! Right at the entrance across from the chevron. Thank you for this!! The OG cell phone waiting lot is still open right now too. Wonder if they have plans to expand that airport parking lot into the waiting area. I think this airport could definitely use another structured parking lot. The outside parking lots have been pretty full since the beginning of 2024!! Also thankful and love the affordable parking options. The daily lot is easy. Pull a ticket, pay when exiting. Take a picture of your ticket!! You can all straight to the terminal from this lot. Plan an extra 45 mins if you plan to wait for the shuttle. The East and West lots are further out. One of the lots require PREPAYMENT at the kiosk under the shuttle stop station. Keep your ticket. It'll tell you WHICH LOT you're parked in when you fly back in. WRITE DOWN YOUR LETTER AND ROW!!! or take photo of the nearest parking sign and the same exact bus stop you stopped at. All of the bus drivers this past year have been hilarious. Give them a break. They're literally doing us a favor by doing their jobs and getting us from one spot to another safely. It's not their faults you don't know which bus to get on because you don't know where you parked.

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Decent airport. Easy to get around. Bags at baggage claim came out super fast. Reason for the 4 stars: shuttle bus to rental cars... there was quit a few people in line but it took about 30 min in line to finally get on a bus.

SMF really is an awesome airport. It's not very big, so it's easy to get in and out and to the gates. TSA lines are fairly short and move quickly. It's also only about 20 minutes away from downtown Sac, making it convenient for residents and guests. Love that they have working power outlets too!

Unexpectedly did the economy parking lot which added 30 minutes to arrival. Would have done parking garage but it was full, probably because they closed one of the daily parking lots for over a years worth of construction. On the way back the Bus to the economy parking lot took 40 minutes to show up. If you're on a tight schedule, maybe look at other options or plan for an hour of delays.

Comfortable experience at airport. Easy to navigate and quick TSA approval = early gate arrival. Now if our flight through Chicago goes smoothly, home to LBK.

Been here a handful of times full of times now. No real issues to report from me , then again no employee that stands out and goes out of there way to help you

Update: I went back again to pick up someone at airport, and they finally put the Alaska Air sign up. Very small though. Small airport. Not far to walk from ticketing, to security and to gates. Sometimes going through security TSA is quick. Sometimes, long. Economy parking is bad, due to shuttle service. It's free shuttle but takes forrreverrr to and from parking to terminal. Crazy. Ticketing at airline desk have been quick whenever I use the service. I have parked in the daily garage. It's nice to be near the terminal and not have to park in economy. However, it does get expensive if staying longer. Also, one thing I want to report to SMF maintenance or administration, please put Alaska Airlines sign, outside the ARRIVAL section in Terminal B area. I've circled twice!! Even went to Terminal A!! lol! Looking for the darn Alaska Air sign. It was frustrating as it was my first time picking someone up from Alaska Air. Of course, we all look for the freaking signs upon drop off & pick up, unless you're a regular. There were no signs for Alaska Air. Terrible. Just FYI, go past the Southwest arrivals section. There's another Terminal B arrivals with other airlines. Just remember, Alaska Air, sign is not there.

Sacramento International Airport (SMF) - Terminal B - in one word: Classy! When the toilet paper is of great quality, then you can bet the facility is not cutting corners and takes pride in customer service, cleanliness, and a quality experience overall. Just my observation. ;-) SMF is one of my favorite airports! We often fly in and out of Terminal B via Southwest. The seating area is spacious. I especially like the center dining area near the dazzling "Acorn Steam" tree chandelier by Donald Lipski. You can't miss it! It hangs upside down and is adorned with Swarovski crystals. Hungry or just need a drink? There's a wine tasting cafe called Vino Volo, Starbucks, Italian, American, and Mexican food, and of course a bar & grill. Clean, spacious, bright, and there's just a lot of neat art to look at! Upon arriving/departures, notice the gigantic red hare. Will it fit into the rabbit hole?? Classical music in the restroom. Stalls are spacious enough to stroll luggage into and a shelf is avilable to place your loose belongings like your Starbucks drink. Arco gas station/convenience store within the airport premises. Car rental is easy breezy. Just head on out of baggage claim and look for the blue shuttle. The wait isn't very long at all. If you have extra time, stop by Terminal A for the quirky, stacked luggage art display! Safe travels!

I normally like SMF just fine (though it needs more direct flights). However, parking is difficult and flying in today, for the first time in forever, I had to check a suitcase. It has been 49 minutes and still no luggage. This is unbelievable. Even Memphis, which I thought was the worst, is better than this.

This airport is very user friendly and clean. It's updated and modern with nice food options too. The ambiance is relaxed since it's not too big. I would really this airport.

As a local long-term resident of Sacramento,I am very appreciative of having an international airport so close to me. I try to avoid having to fly out of SFO unless $200 to $300 is cheaper or a much better route than out of SMF. The airport is clean, easy to get in and out of, as well as parking & Uber accessible. I prefer Terminal B has it has both a Starbucks, Peets coffee and a variety of eating establishments . The airport is often chilly due to Sacramento's hot summers. The air conditioning is always turned up, so dress accordingly. Safe travels every one !

Love my home airport! Easy to navigate whether you are flying out or dropping off a loved one. Plenty of eateries to choose from that offer sit down meals or a quick bite. Security is usually pretty fast and friendly so there aren't any issues there. Luggage comes to the carrousel fairly quickly as well.

Very easy to navigate through the airport, pretty clean. Associates very helpful as well

From my experience, this airport is much easier to navigate than a handful of others I've had experiences with. Overall clean and good signage

One of my top 2 favorite airports! Admittedly it's strange to have such strong positive feelings towards an airport but I do for SMF lol! The airport is so clean and massive but ALWAYS empty. Seriously never wait in any lines at check in, TSA, or anywhere inside the terminal. And the flights within CA are ridiculously cheap flying out of SMF. Lived in Davis for college and SMF made travel so easy. Zipped in and out all over California with such ease. Have not flewn out of SMF since but it always holds a special place in my heart as the EASIEST airport ever!

Got to overall enjoy an airport that's only 12 minutes away from home but some feedback I hope they take and some tips for travelers. Give yourself extra time to park and ride the shuttle to the terminals because the last 2 times we had to park in overflow parking which you cannot walk to the terminals and have to take the shuttles. The shuttles fill up quickly and there's a chance you'll have to wait for the next one. The train that takes time from the terminals to ground transportation will close it's doors ON YOU if you are not quick to come in and out. It happened to me today- it's not like an elevator door which I saw shut on a young kid. No sensors seems like. TSA lines move quickly from past experiences so that's nice. I think the most stressful part is parking and shuttle situations.

TSA sucks. Even if you have TSA pre they STILL make you do all the security stuff : shows off, jacket off, no metal (though that's what is usually in a belt) and all under the bs of "safety". At least it's a shorter bs line. 2/10 for TSA. They know they are the only ones so their customer service is shit. Ps: avoid the really old blond woman with glasses. She redefines bitch.

This is an outstanding airport that is very convenient both from a security processing checkpoint as well as for places to sit, eat and drink. I also appreciate the aesthetic and use of natural light as well as the incredible design features like a giant bunny in the middle of the airport. Highly recommend traveling out of this airport if you live anywhere near the Central Valley.

I flew in and out of this airport. Inbound I was traveling with my mom in a wheelchair. The young man who helped us from the plane to the baggage area was very nice. However after he dropped us off, I had very little help trying to push a wheelchair and manage 4 pieces of luggage. This is the reason for the three stars. Outbound I was very impressed with the parking lot. It was clearly marked and a bus came quickly to pick us up and took us to the correct terminal for our flight. ( no wheelchair going outbound) From what I saw it was a well maintained airport.

I normally find myself here on a layover while flying on Southwest Airlines which has me in Terminal B. The terminal is very spacious and clean, including the restrooms. There are plenty of food options, stores, and vending machines to help pass the time. On my most recent trip out to Seattle, I got coffee at a Starbucks next to gate B16 before continuing on with the second leg of my trip. Then on my way home, I got a burger for lunch at Cafeteria 15L before boarding my flight.

Recognizing that it is a holiday weekend, one must give some grace. However, I arrived at 11:45 am and I am still in line waiting for a car at 2:14. This is inexcusable. At one point someone came out and made a statement that there were no show employees today but plenty of cars. Understanding that lunch is necessary but figure it out and bring substitutes. Instead, close 2 of the 3 windows for lunch. Once again, inexcusable. Update: got a car at 3:20.

Nice little airport. Has a shuttle train to the Southwest terminal. It's clean and spacious.

Well kept Airport that doesn't get overly crowded. I appreciate that there is a fair amount of space between gates, plenty of seating and areas to charge devices, and clean restrooms. They also have a good selection of places to eat or grab something quick. Only complaint would be that sometimes the security lines can get pretty backed up even though there is enough staff to open another lane.

Horrible system. Not efficient. Rude employees. We just watched an employee at the LINE for the bus into the airport YELL at a man to move back about 12 inches from the curb. He is an adult and can stand where he wants then we were not allowed to put our luggage where we can lift and move it ourselves. The bus driver literally made us wait while he rearranged the luggage. .IS THIS THE STATE CAPITAL?? It seems so slow and backwards here. What happened? Wait. More misery. The SLOW lines of security were frustrating because we saw people jumping lines. The "security" was oblivious. But some woman tsa person hollered for us to stay with our luggage at the same time the scanner guy gestured for us to move forward. THESE TSA AGENTS NEED RETRAINING

I've been flying here on the regular for the last year. This airport is clean, VERY clean. Even the restrooms are clean at any hour I've been to the airport. They offer numerous water filling stations, including stations to dump liquids. Plenty of outlets to charge electronics. The only negative I have about this airport is the lack of eateries to choose from. Not many healthy options to choose from. Numerous eateries close early on Sundays.

Sacramento Airport has changed a lot since I last used it back in 2012. Outside is the same. Checking in process is automated by machines. The food and drink scene has improved greatly. There are a lot more vending machines. This all comes at a cost, though. Impressed by the number of electrical outlets and also have USB for the region. They do have a club lounge for Amex platinum holders. Only if they had United Club/Pririoty card users Overall, it's a nice little airport for the region.

I had a flight from here to LAX. The checkin process was very time consuming. Parking took a very long time. I had a few problems with the people working here. The pricing was ok. I would probably try and avoid this airport though.

Sacramento has continued to upgrade and expand the options offered and has grown into a nice airport. The car rental location is offsite so you will need to go outside after you get your baggage and jump on a shuttle to the offsite car rental location. I wasn't here long but will be back and hopefully check out a restaurant next time.

Way better Sinage! We drove up and down the lanes, following the exit signs mind you and it took us five minutes to get out of the lot! And that's with two of us trying to find signs. Improved attitudes of drivers.

Time FLIES when you're having fun!!! Forgive me SMF as it's been over 10 years since my last review. Well as we all know things change over a decade, it's known as progress A couple notable changes: 1- Non TSA pre check security check in upgraded to ITSS X-RAY for your carry on. No need to remove iPads laptops etc but you still need to remove your shoes 2- rental car shuttle buses stop at the baggage claim areas but you need to make sure you get on the correct terminal stop, either Terminal A or B. If you get on the wrong bus, walk up to the departure level and walk the gateway to your correct terminal 3- sundry store now called DOCA Market 4- new art (see my picture) 5- new express food stand located outside Gates 1 and 2 (see my photo) 6- Gates B1-6 has Peets Coffee Gates 7- GatesB6 and upwards are serviced by Starbucks 8- Charging ports available. Some are not free so you're going to have to check to make sure it is part of the Airport and not a vendor with their kiosk for charging services for sale CLEAN! Neat and comfortable.