Morelia to Sacramento (MLM–SMF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
F96944
F9 Frontier
320
6:48 PM
CST
10:30 PM
PDT
4h 42m
M T W T F S S
Prices
Y47944
Y4 Volaris
320
6:48 PM
CST
10:30 PM
PDT
4h 42m
M T W T F S S
Prices
Y47945
Y4 Volaris
320
11:59 PM
PDT TB
4:58 AM+1
CST
3h 59m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Morelia to Sacramento
2 carriers, 8 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 8 Flights/wk 1,789 mi 4h 42m nonstop -1h behind 8 1-stop hubs

MLM–SMF is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Frontier and Volaris lead the route. The flight covers 1,789 miles in approximately 4h 42m. Beyond nonstop, 8 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop MLM–SMF service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
F9 Frontier 4 320 4h42
Y4 Volaris 4 320 4h42
Aircraft on this route
320 Airbus A320 – F9, Y4
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: F9 + Y4 (8 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, MLM to SMF direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
0
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
0
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
0
flights
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
8
Outbound / wk
7
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MLM to SMF.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
8
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~30h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
376
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
MLM → SMF
86%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
86%
Return
SMF → MLM
65%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
65%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. SMF delays →

Other ways to reach Sacramento from Morelia

Nearby airports with service to Sacramento International Airport.
Metric MLM→SMF MEX→SMF GDL→SMF
Distance from MLM 130 mi 155 mi
Nonstop airlines 2 1 3
Weekly flights 8 3 29
Flight time 4h 42m 4h 51m 4h 11m
Airports within 200 miles of MLM with service to Sacramento International Airport.

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Morelia, it's 5:00 PM in Sacramento.
Distance & Flight Time
1,789 mi / 2,879 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 42m.
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.

MLM–SMF Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Morelia to Sacramento route.
Route details
Distance1,789 mi / 2,879 km
Flight time4h 42m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights8 out / 7 return
1-stop connections8 hubs
Origin: MLM
IATA / ICAOMLM / MMMM
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Passengers/yr2.2M
Elevation6,033 ft / 1,839 m
Destination: SMF
IATA / ICAOSMF / KSMF
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr13.4M
Elevation27 ft / 8 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MLM to SMF flights.
Nonstop flights from General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport to Sacramento International Airport take approximately 4h 42m. The route covers 1,789 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Frontier and Volaris.
There are approximately 8 nonstop flights per week from MLM to SMF. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through FAT, MEX, ONT, DFW, ORD, LAX, MDW and IAH. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Sacramento is 1 hour behind Morelia.
Yes, return flights from SMF to MLM are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include MEX and GDL. 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 MLM to SMF

General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport (MLM) and Sacramento International Airport (SMF) are connected by nonstop service from Frontier and Volaris. With 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

MLM to SMF Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MLM to SMF ranges from 4 hours 42 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,789 miles (2,879 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 15 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

8 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via FAT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Mexico City (MEX) and Guadalajara (GDL).