Airports Near West Sacramento
The closest airports to West Sacramento, California: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to West Sacramento, California is Sacramento Executive Airport (SAC), about 5 mi (8 km) away — roughly 17 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Sacramento International Airport (SMF).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAC | Sacramento Executive AirportSacramento, United States | 5 mi / 8 km | 17 min | Regional |
| SMF | Sacramento International AirportSacramento, United States | 9 mi / 14 km | 29 min | International |
| MHR | Sacramento Mather AirportSacramento, United States | 12 mi / 20 km | 42 min | Regional |
| AUN | Auburn Municipal AirportAuburn, United States | 35 mi / 57 km | 1 hr 4 min | Regional |
| MYV | Yuba County AirportMarysville, United States | 36 mi / 58 km | 1 hr 5 min | Regional |
| PVF | Placerville AirportPlacerville, United States | 43 mi / 69 km | 1 hr 17 min | Regional |
| APC | Napa County AirportNapa, United States | 48 mi / 77 km | 1 hr 26 min | Regional |
| CCR | Buchanan FieldConcord, United States | 50 mi / 80 km | 1 hr 29 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 Executive Airport (SAC) is the most convenient at about 5 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Sacramento International Airport (SMF) (9 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 West Sacramento. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with SAC.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near SAC 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 West Sacramento is Sacramento Executive Airport (SAC), about 5 mi (8 km) away — roughly 17 min by road.