Mexico City to Sacramento (MEX–SMF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Last scheduled nonstop: Mar 2026.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
MEX–SMF had nonstop service from Volaris, last on the schedule in March 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 1,892 miles in 4h 51m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y4 Volaris | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Sacramento from Mexico City
| Metric | MEX→SMF | MLM→SMF | BJX→SMF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MEX | – | 130 mi | 190 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | – | 8 | 3 |
| Flight time | 4h 51m | 4h 9m | 4h 18m |
Travel Essentials
MEX: CST · SMF: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Mexico City, it's 5:00 PM in Sacramento.
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.
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
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MEX to SMF
Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) and Sacramento International Airport (SMF) had nonstop service from Volaris, last on the schedule in March 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.
MEX to SMF Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MEX to SMF is about 4 hours 51 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,892 miles (3,045 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Harry Reid, Los Cabos and Phoenix Sky Harbor. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Morelia (MLM) and Silao (BJX).