Mexico City to Sacramento (MEX–SMF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Y4810
Y4 Volaris
21N
4:00 PM
CST T1
6:51 PM
PDT
4h 51m
M T W T F S S
Prices
Y4811
Y4 Volaris
A20N
9:29 PM
PDT TB
2:35 AM+1
CST
4h 6m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Mexico City to Sacramento
1 carrier, 3 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 3 Flights/wk 1,892 mi 4h 51m nonstop -1h behind 24 1-stop hubs

MEX–SMF is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Volaris leads the route. The flight covers 1,892 miles in approximately 4h 51m. Beyond nonstop, 24 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop MEX–SMF service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
Y4 Volaris 3 21N 4h51
Aircraft on this route
21N Airbus A321neo – Y4
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: Y4 (3 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, MEX to SMF direction.
Mon
0
flights
Tue
1
flight
Wed
0
flights
Thu
1
flight
Fri
0
flights
Sat
1
flight
Sun
0
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
3
Outbound / wk
3
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MEX to SMF.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
24
Hubs
~9h
Fastest
~31h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,413
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
MEX → SMF
88%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
88%
Return
SMF → MEX
82%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
82%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. SMF delays →

Other ways to reach Sacramento from Mexico City

Nearby airports with service to Sacramento International Airport.
Metric MEX→SMF MLM→SMF
Distance from MEX 130 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 2
Weekly flights 3 8
Flight time 4h 51m 4h 42m
Airports within 200 miles of MEX with service to Sacramento International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Sacramento is 1 hour behind Mexico City.
MEX: CST · SMF: PDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Mexico City, it's 5:00 PM in Sacramento.
Distance & Flight Time
1,892 mi / 3,045 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 51m.
Visa & Entry

Mexican passport holders need a B1/B2 visa to enter the United States. The visa is obtained through a US embassy or consulate and requires an in-person interview. B1/B2 visas are typically issued for 10 years with stays of up to 6 months per entry.

For land crossings within the border zone, a Border Crossing Card (BCC) is an alternative. The BCC costs USD 185 and is valid for 10 years. It allows entry up to 25 miles from the border in Texas and California, or 55 miles in New Mexico and Arizona. Travel by air or beyond the border zone requires a full B1/B2 visa with a valid passport.

Getting to MEX

Mexico City Metro Line B runs from Buenavista station to Pantitlán, then transfer to Line 5 to Terminal Aérea (Terminal 1); total about 45–60 minutes (MXN$7). Metrobús Line 4 connects Buenavista to the airport more directly (MXN$12, 30–40 min). Both are safe and reliable for travelers with minimal luggage.Authorized airport taxis (Taxi Ejecutivo or TICO) must be purchased inside the terminal; do not take street taxis. Rates to the Zona Rosa/Centro are MXN$200–300. Uber is permitted from city to airport. The airport is just 5km from the Zócalo but traffic can make the journey 30–60 minutes.

MEX–SMF Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Mexico City to Sacramento route.
Route details
Distance1,892 mi / 3,045 km
Flight time4h 51m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights3 out / 3 return
1-stop connections24 hubs
Origin: MEX
IATA / ICAOMEX / MMMX
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Passengers/yr45.4M
Elevation7,316 ft / 2,230 m
Destination: SMF
IATA / ICAOSMF / KSMF
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr13.4M
Elevation27 ft / 8 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MEX to SMF flights.
Nonstop flights from Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport to Sacramento International Airport take approximately 4h 51m. The route covers 1,892 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Volaris.
There are approximately 3 nonstop flights per week from MEX to SMF. The return direction has about 3 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through AUS, CVG, DTW, MLM, CLT, JFK, IAD, DEN, EWR, LAS, DFW, ATL, GDL, SLC, IAH, SFO, PHX, YVR, LAX, SJD, MCO, ORD, SEA and MSP. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Sacramento is 1 hour behind Mexico City.
Yes, return flights from SMF to MEX are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include MLM. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from MEX to SMF

Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) and Sacramento International Airport (SMF) are connected by nonstop service from Volaris. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

MEX to SMF Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MEX to SMF ranges from 4 hours 51 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,892 miles (3,045 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

24 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via AUS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Morelia (MLM).