Traveling from Sacramento to Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR): What you need to know
Your next big escape starts at Sacramento's main airport, Sacramento International Airport (SMF). Explore the options for reserving a flight from Sacramento to Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) leaving from this terminal.
The average duration of a direct Sacramento to Hollywood Burbank Airport flight is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Sacramento and Burbank (where Hollywood Burbank Airport is located) share the UTC-8 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
The busiest route is from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR), with 37 direct weekly services. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from SMF to BUR is the 6:10am Southwest Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 8:40pm with Southwest Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Sacramento to BUR.
Peak months like July or vacation times such as Christmas and spring break will mean longer lines at check-in and security. Traveling then? Play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise idea.
Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Sacramento to Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) leave from this terminal.
Southwest Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Sacramento to Hollywood Burbank Airport leaving from SMF.
Southwest Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from SMF to BUR.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 77.74% of its services arriving as planned.
SMF is around 19 kilometers from central Sacramento. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you're looking for a place to stay before your flight from Sacramento to Hollywood Burbank Airport, consider Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG. It's a quick drive from Sacramento International Airport.
Sacramento International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from SMF reach their destination without delay.
The address for SMF is 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK)
You can reach SCK from the center of Sacramento in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 72 kilometers or so.
Kick your vacation off early by spending a night near Stockton Metropolitan Airport before your Sacramento to BUR flight. Convenient stays include Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast by IHG and Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton.
When it comes to flight punctuality, Stockton Metropolitan Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 59%.
You'll find SCK at 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
About Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sacramento to Hollywood Burbank Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near BUR instead:
For the best deal, book your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Sacramento to Hollywood Burbank Airport flight.
BUR is located at 2627 Hollywood Way.
Getting from Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) to central Burbank
Hollywood Burbank Airport is roughly 5 kilometers from central Burbank. How long it'll take to get there in a cab or car rental depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to Hollywood Burbank Airport is $94. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $214. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To snag cheap flights from Sacramento to BUR, book your plane ticket one month ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for picking up cheap Sacramento to Hollywood Burbank Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Sacramento to Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR)
December is the quietest month for flights from Sacramento to Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR), while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Burbank based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Sacramento to BUR plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Burbank, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Sacramento to Hollywood Burbank Airport in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about Burbank
Start your Burbank trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Sacramento to Hollywood Burbank Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Burbank has plenty of things to keep you on the go, starting with Martial Arts History Museum. The Henry Cook Lookout Point is another attraction you have to check out.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Burbank, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Journey about 193 kilometers southeast to San Diego to check off its leading attractions. From San Diego Zoo to San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Bakersfield is another standout destination in the United States and is around 145 kilometers northwest of Burbank. No journey is complete without dropping by Kern County Museum, Rabobank Arena, Theater & Convention Center and Bakersfield Museum of Art.
