Sacramento airport (SMF)
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Passenger Guide
Sacramento International Airport (IATA code: SMF) is the primary aviation gateway to California's state capital and the broader Northern California region. Renowned for its airy architecture, extensive public art program, and travel convenience, it provides robust non-stop service to major hubs across the United States as well as international flights to destinations in Mexico and Canada.
Official Website: smf.aero
Telephone: +1 916 929 5411
Terminals
The airport operates with two independent passenger complexes: Terminal A and Terminal B. Both facilities remain open 24 hours a day.
Inter-Terminal Connection: A complimentary shuttle bus connects the ground-level curbsides of both terminals 24/7, running approximately every 10 minutes. In addition, travelers may walk between terminals via covered pedestrian bridges linked through the central parking garage structure.
Annual Traffic (2025): 13.9 million passengers.
Information Points
Passenger assistance counters are located on the landside arrivals level (adjacent to baggage claim) in both terminals. Additionally, friendly airport volunteer ambassadors wearing blue vests circulate throughout the buildings to assist passengers.
Location
Sacramento International Airport is situated 16 km (10 miles) northwest of downtown Sacramento in Sacramento County, California, directly accessible via Interstate 5 (I-5).
See MapParking services at Sacramento airport (SMF)
SMF provides several parking options tailored for short, intermediate, and long-term travel, complete with electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in primary facilities.
Parking Facilities
- Hourly B: Convenient short-stay surface parking directly adjacent to Terminal B.
- Parking Garage A & B: Multi-level covered parking garages for short and medium stays, connected to both terminals by covered walkways on levels 3 and 5.
- Daily Lots A & B: Uncovered long-term lots supported by free shuttle service arriving every 15 to 20 minutes.
- East & West Economy Lots: Value-priced parking areas situated further from the passenger buildings, with complimentary shuttles every 25 to 30 minutes.
Important Considerations
Free Waiting Area (Cell Phone Lot): Situated at the entrance to the airport grounds, allowing drivers to wait free of charge for up to 3 hours until arriving passengers have retrieved their luggage.
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Facilities for passengers with special needs
Sacramento International Airport is fully compliant with ADA standards, providing accessible facilities for travelers with disabilities and mobility requirements.
Accessibility and Facilities
Facilities include step-free ramps, elevators with Braille indicators and audio chimes, accessible restrooms, TTY telephone devices, and visual paging displays throughout both terminals.
Special Assistance Requests
Airlines provide free wheelchair escorts between the check-in counters and boarding gates. Passengers are strongly advised to arrange wheelchair service with their airline at least 48 hours before departure, or by calling airport operations (+1 916 874 0126).
Specialized Transport
Accessible door-to-door transportation can be arranged through Paratransit (+1 916 429 2744) and Med Star (+1 916 669 0550) with advance booking.
Latest updates: September 25, 2026
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