SFO (San Francisco) to SMF (Sacramento) flights arrive on time 82% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is SkyWest Airlines at 82%. The average delay is 75 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.SFO → SMF
SFO (San Francisco) to SMF (Sacramento)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 82% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
SkyWest Airlines edges out United Airlines on this route — 82% vs 73% on time.
Airline Comparison
SkyWest Airlines leads at 82% on time; United Airlines trails at 73%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from SFO
78% on timeExpect ~21 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. SFO has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at SMF
83% on timeWhen flights into SMF are late, the average delay is 59 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at SMF: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated August 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.