What are TSA wait times at SMF?

Current TSA security wait at SMF is About 9-15 minutes right now. The fastest time to go through security is 4 AM (about 3 min). The busiest time is 6 PM (18-24 minutes). Weekends tend to be lighter.

How busy is Sacramento International right now?

Current TSA security wait at SMF is About 9-15 minutes right now. Check the live conditions, weather, and FAA delay status above for a full picture of how busy SMF is right now.

What is the average delay time at Sacramento International?

When flights at SMF (Sacramento International) are delayed, the average delay is about 43 minutes. Overall, 80% of flights arrive on time. About 2.1% of flights are cancelled.

What causes the most delays at Sacramento International?

The most common reason for delays here is the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding). At SMF, 80% of flights are on time, and when delays occur they average 43 minutes.

Is it safe to book a tight connection at Sacramento International?

SMF is fairly reliable, so a 60-minute domestic connection is usually fine. For international flights, allow at least 90 minutes.

What's the best time to fly from Sacramento International?

Early morning flights (before 8 AM) tend to have the best on-time performance at most airports, including SMF. For shorter security lines, aim for 4 AM (about 3 min). Midweek flights (Tuesday and Wednesday) also tend to see fewer delays than weekend or Monday departures.

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Sacramento International — Sacramento

Sacramento International (SMF) has an on-time arrival rate of about 80%. When flights are delayed, the average wait is around 43 minutes. The most common reason for delays here is the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding). Roughly 2.1% of flights are cancelled. The typical taxi-out time from gate to takeoff is about 11 minutes. TSA security wait is currently About 9-15 minutes right now. The fastest time through security is 4 AM (about 3 min). The busiest period is 6 PM (18-24 minutes).

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics, FAA NASSTATUS. Updated March 2026.

Last updated: March 2026

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Flights here are on time most of the time. About 80% arrive within 15 minutes of schedule.

The most common reason for delays here is the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

Planes usually taxi out in a reasonable time. The typical wait from gate to takeoff is about 11 minutes.

This airport occasional fog (~6 days/month).

Among major airlines, F9 has the most complaints (23.2/100k) while WN has the fewest (1.5/100k).

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TSA Wait Times at SMF

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About 9-15 minutes right now

Fastest

4 AM (about 3 min)

Busiest

6 PM (18-24 minutes)

Weekends tend to be lighter.

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