Airport Comparison
| PHX | SMF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport | Sacramento International Airport |
| IATA Code | PHX | SMF |
| ICAO Code | KPHX | KSMF |
| City | Phoenix | Sacramento |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Phoenix | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 1,135 ft | 27 ft |
| Coordinates | 33.430000, -112.010000 | 38.700000, -121.590000 |
Phoenix (PHX) to Sacramento (SMF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) in Phoenix, United States to Sacramento International Airport (SMF) in Sacramento, United States is 1,041 kilometers (647 miles / 562 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying northwest at a heading of 307°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 11:53 in Phoenix, it's 10:53 in Sacramento.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,108 feet between the two airports. Sacramento International Airport sits lower than Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.
The return flight from Sacramento (SMF) to Phoenix (PHX) follows a heading of 121° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and Sacramento International Airport (SMF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.