Travelling from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Brisbane Airport (BNE): what you need to know
The timezone in Brisbane is UTC+10, which is 17 hours ahead of Sacramento.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your SMF to BNE flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sacramento International Airport to Brisbane Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SMF and BNE:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Vancouver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Brisbane Airport flight is ج.م. 29,573. A round-trip plane ticket is currently ج.م. 45,175. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SMF to BNE if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Sacramento International Airport to Brisbane Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from SMF land on schedule 82.15% of the time.
To get to Sacramento International Airport from central Sacramento, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 25 minutes on public transport.
Booking a night at a hotel can take the hassle out of getting to the airport on time. If you're looking for a place to stay before your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Brisbane Airport, have a look at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas. It's a short ride from SMF.
Arriving at Brisbane Airport (BNE)
If you're arriving on a late Sacramento International Airport to Brisbane Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near BNE:
Follow your own route with a Brisbane Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Alpha Car Hire and chase adventure across Brisbane and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Brisbane Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to central Brisbane
Brisbane Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from central Brisbane. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
January is the most popular month for flights from Sacramento International Airport to Brisbane Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Brisbane in April.
When booking your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Brisbane Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Brisbane, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 30ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SMF to BNE in July. Average temperatures are between 10ºC and 21ºC then.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Brisbane, now it's time to explore other corners of Australia. Journey about 72 kilometres south-east to Gold Coast to check off its must-visit sights. From SkyPoint Observation Deck to PCYC Gold Coast and Holiday Holiday, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Toowoomba is another sought-after destination in Australia and is around 105 kilometres west of Brisbane. No trip is complete without visiting Queens Park, Picnic Point Lookout and Picnic Point.
