Which airport should I fly into for Folsom?

For long-haul and international flights, Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is the main gateway near Folsom. The closest airport, Sacramento Mather Airport (MHR), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Folsom?

The nearest is about 11 mi (17 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into Folsom?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near Folsom

The closest airports to Folsom, California: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Folsom, California is Sacramento Mather Airport (MHR), about 11 mi (17 km) away — roughly 36 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Sacramento International Airport (SMF).

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
MHR	Sacramento Mather AirportSacramento, United States	11 mi / 17 km	36 min	Regional
AUN	Auburn Municipal AirportAuburn, United States	20 mi / 32 km	38 min	Regional
SAC	Sacramento Executive AirportSacramento, United States	21 mi / 33 km	40 min	Regional
SMF	Sacramento International AirportSacramento, United States	22 mi / 36 km	43 min	International
PVF	Placerville AirportPlacerville, United States	23 mi / 37 km	44 min	Regional
MYV	Yuba County AirportMarysville, United States	36 mi / 58 km	1 hr 5 min	Regional
BLU	Blue Canyon Nyack AirportEmigrant Gap, United States	48 mi / 78 km	1 hr 27 min	Regional
SCK	Stockton Metropolitan AirportStockton, United States	54 mi / 87 km	1 hr 37 min	Regional

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Sacramento Mather Airport (MHR) is the most convenient at about 11 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Sacramento International Airport (SMF) (22 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Folsom. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with MHR.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near MHR saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Other cities these airports serve

Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Folsom is Sacramento Mather Airport (MHR), about 11 mi (17 km) away — roughly 36 min by road.