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 2m. Beyond nonstop, 40 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 8 | 739 | 5h02-6h10 | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Sacramento from Dulles
| Metric | IAD→SMF | BWI→SMF |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAD | – | 45 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 8 | 14 |
| Flight time | 5h 2m | 5h 37m |
| Departure OTP | 50% | – |
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 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
IAD to SMF Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAD to SMF ranges from 5 hours 2 minutes to 6 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,352 miles (3,785 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 22 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
40 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via MEM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Baltimore (BWI).