Dulles to Sacramento (IAD–SMF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IAD–SMF is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 2,352 miles in approximately 5h 59m. Beyond nonstop, 57 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: SN | 7 | 7M9 | 5h59 | Star Alliance | SN |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Sacramento from Dulles
| Metric | IAD→SMF | BWI→SMF |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAD | – | 45 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 14 | 7 |
| Flight time | 5h 59m | 5h 35m |
| Departure OTP | 81% | – |
Travel Essentials
IAD: EDT · SMF: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Dulles, it's 3:00 PM in Sacramento.
WMATA Silver Line Metro now reaches Dulles directly; take Silver Line to Washington Dulles Airport station (about 65 min from Metro Center, ~$7). The connection opened in late 2022.Ride-shares from downtown DC run $35–60 and take 35–50 minutes via I-66 (longer during peak hours). Washington Flyer coach to Wiehle-Reston East Metro costs $6. The airport is 27 miles from downtown; taxis are expensive ($60–80).
IAD–SMF Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAD to SMF
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Sacramento International Airport (SMF) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
IAD to SMF Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAD to SMF ranges from 5 hours 59 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,352 miles (3,785 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
57 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via RIL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Baltimore (BWI).