Philadelphia to Sacramento (PHL–SAC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Philadelphia to Sacramento
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
2,451 mi 5h 25m nonstop -3h behind 10 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between PHL and SAC, connecting options are available through 10 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PHL to SAC.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
10
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~19h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-3h
Sacramento is 3 hours behind Philadelphia.
PHL: EDT · SAC: PDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Philadelphia, it's 3:00 PM in Sacramento.
Distance & Flight Time
2,451 mi / 3,944 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 25m.
Getting to PHL

SEPTA Airport Line rail runs from Center City Philadelphia (30th Street, Suburban, Jefferson, and Market East stations) to the airport in 25–30 minutes ($8 each way). Trains run every 30 minutes from about 5am to midnight. I-76 (Schuylkill Expressway) and I-95 are both frequently congested, making the train a consistent choice for anyone based near a SEPTA station.

Ride-shares from Center City cost $20–35 and take 20–40 minutes. Taxis are metered and slightly more.

Facts

PHL–SAC Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Philadelphia to Sacramento route.
Route details
Distance2,451 mi / 3,944 km
Flight time5h 25m
Time difference-3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections10 hubs
Origin: PHL
Full namePhiladelphia International Airport
IATA / ICAOPHL / KPHL
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr30.2M
Elevation36 ft / 11 m
Destination: SAC
Full nameSacramento Executive Airport
IATA / ICAOSAC / KSAC
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Elevation24 ft / 7 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PHL to SAC flights.
Nonstop flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Sacramento Executive Airport take approximately 5h 25m. The route covers 2,451 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through DAL, VNY, SNA, TRM, BNA, LAS, MCO, SRQ, FLL and CLE. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Sacramento is 3 hours behind Philadelphia.
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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 PHL to SAC

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Sacramento Executive Airport (SAC) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

PHL to SAC Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from PHL to SAC ranges from 5 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,451 miles (3,944 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

10 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via DAL.