Travelling from Sacramento to Mazatlan International Airport (MZT): What you need to know
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is Sacramento's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Sacramento to Mazatlan International Airport (MZT) jetting off from here.
Mazatlan's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as Sacramento. Mazatlan International Airport is located in Mazatlan.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Sacramento to MZT.
During peak travel periods, allow for extended wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Sacramento to MZT with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Sacramento International Airport (SMF), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between SMF and MZT include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
The journey from central Sacramento to SMF takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kms (12 miles) in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient place to stay before your flight from Sacramento to Mazatlan International Airport? Check out Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas. Get some shut-eye here before heading to Sacramento International Airport.
Sacramento International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 82.15% of flights that depart SMF reach their destination on time.
You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Airport (SCK)
On public transport, you can travel from central Sacramento to SCK in about 3 hours 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 88 kms (55 miles) away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
Start your trip early by spending a night near Stockton Airport before your Sacramento to MZT flight. Convenient stays include Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast and Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton.
55.67% of flights out of Stockton Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
The street address for SCK is 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
About Mazatlan International Airport (MZT)
Arriving on a late flight from Sacramento to Mazatlan International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay within easy reach of MZT at Las Villas Hotel & Golf By Estrella del Mar.
Grab a Mazatlan International Airport rental car and discover Mazatlan and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Ace Rent a Car and Europcar are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Sacramento to Mazatlan International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Mazatlan International Airport (MZT)
At the moment, £90 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to Mazatlan International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £292. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Sacramento to MZT, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Sacramento to Mazatlan International Airport ticket.
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Bag the best deal on a flight from Sacramento to Mazatlan International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Sacramento to Mazatlan International Airport (MZT)
May is the quietest month for flights from Sacramento to Mazatlan International Airport (MZT), while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Mazatlan based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Sacramento to MZT plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Mazatlan to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Sacramento to Mazatlan International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Mazatlan
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Mazatlan right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Sacramento to Mazatlan International Airport:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Malecón, Old Mazatlan and Malecon are attractions you won't want to skip in Mazatlan.
Explore more of Mexico
You've done Mazatlan, now it's time to discover other corners of Mexico. Travel about 209 kms (130 miles) north-west to Culiacan to check off its must-visit sights. From Cumbres Iztacihuatl Park to paseo del río Sinaloa Park and Monte Carlo Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Mexico, consider Tepic, about 225 kms (140 miles) south-east of Mazatlan. Museo Regional de Nayarit, Feria Nayarit and Público Park are key reasons to visit.
