Sacramento Intl (SMF) Guide - Sacramento Flights

Sacramento - Driving Directions

The airport is located on Airport Boulevard, off the I-5. Driving west to the airport on I-80, or on I-50, follow signs to I-5 North and take the airport exit. Driving east to the airport on I-80, follow signs to I-5 North and take the airport exit.

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Sacramento - Public Transport

Taxis

On-Demand taxi service is provided by the Sacramento International Taxi Owners Association (SITOA) by contract. You can locate a taxis in the ground transportation area adjacent to the baggage claim area at Terminal A and across from the airport hotel at Terminal B. The rates are:

$2.80 for the first mile, $2.40 for each additional mile One-way between the airport and downtown is approximately $27.00. Round-trip between Sacramento International Airport and downtown Sacramento is $50.00 Seniors and military personnel are eligible for a 20% discount

SITOA contact information:

Reservations/Information

(916) 457-4862

Customer Service

(916) 874-0888

While at the airport, dial extension 24360 from a white courtesy phone for more information.

On-Call Van Service

SuperShuttle is the exclusive provider of on-call van service at Sacramento International Airport. They provide service to the following counties: Sacramento, Yolo, El Dorado, Placer, San Joaquin, Yuba, Butte, Solano, Sutter, and Nevada. Pickup areas for passengers are located in the ground transportation area adjacent to baggage claim in Terminal A and at the center island curb in front of Terminal B. Please call (800) 258-3826 for more information.

On-Call ExecuCar Sedan Service

SuperShuttle is the exclusive provider of on-call sedan service at Sacramento International Airport. Uniformed ExecuCar chauffeurs will take up to four passengers per vehicle. They provide service to the following counties: Sacramento, Yolo, El Dorado, Placer, San Joaquin, Yuba, Butte, Solano, Sutter, and Nevada. Pickup areas for passengers are located in the ground transportation area adjacent to baggage claim in Terminal A and at the center island curb in front of Terminal B. Please call

(800) 258-3826 for more information.

Public Transportation

Yolobus offers daily public bus service to the airport and connection to Regional Transit. Call (530) 666-2877 for schedules or more information.

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Sacramento - Car Parking

Terminal Curbside Policy

SMF offers 30 MINUTES OF FREE PARKING in the Hourly Parking lots for your convenience. Rather than circling the airport when picking up friends, business associates, or loved ones, meet them within the terminal and park free for 30 minutes. If you park 31-60 minutes, you will only pay $1.

When picking up or dropping off passengers at the curb, vehicles may stop at Terminal A or Terminal B to actively load or unload only. VEHICLES MAY NOT WAIT, PARK, OR BE LEFT UNATTENDED CURBSIDE due to security measures. Vehicles that wait, park, or are left unattended will be ticketed and/or towed.

Holiday Parking Discount is Back

Parking discounts run Wednesday, Nov. 22, through Monday, Nov. 27, and again Friday, Dec. 22, through Wednesday, Jan. 3:

$1 off each full day of Economy Parking $2 off each full day of Daily Parking $3 off each full day in Hourly Parking.

Sacramento International Airport has abundant parking year-round. Cash and American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa and Diner's Club credit cards are accepted for payment in all lots and ParkSmart, our new automated parking system make entry and exit easier than ever..

Terminal A Parking Options and Rates (Hourly, Daily, and Economy)

Parking for Southwest, U.S. Airways (America West), Delta, and Hawaiian.

Terminal B Parking Options and Rates (Hourly Daily and Economy)

Parking for United, American, Alaska, Continental, Horizon, Aloha, Mexicana, Northwest, Frontier and JetBlue.

Shuttle Bus Service

To and from Economy Parking and the Terminal B Daily Parking surface lot

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Sacramento - Intra Terminal Transfer

Shuttle Bus Service

To and from Economy Parking and the Terminal B Daily Parking surface lot.

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Sacramento - Car Hire

All rental car companies at Sacramento International Airport may be accessed by taking the Rental Car Terminal Shuttle to the Rental Car Terminal.

All rental car agencies at Sacramento International Airport (SMF) are located in one centralized area. Shuttle busses frequently transport passengers between the rental car terminal and the rental car shuttle stops in front of each terminal. This terminal serves Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Dollar, Hertz and National as well as serves as a pick up point for two local off-airport agencies.

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Sacramento - Info And Helpdesks

Information Booths and Boards

Volunteer-staffed information booths operate in the lobbies of Terminals A and B1 at Sacramento International. Trained volunteers are on-hand each day from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. to answer questions and distribute information about the airport and local tourist attractions.

Informational literature available at the booths includes the Sacramento Convention and Visitors Bureau “Visitors Guide,” brochures for various attractions throughout the region, and a variety of airport publications. Volunteers will answer questions about International’s facilities and services, provide directions to visitors from out of town, and contact the Sheriff’s Department in the event of an emergency.

The Terminal A booth is located in the central lobby area adjacent to the elevators and the booth in Terminal B1 is located across from the ticket counters near the baggage carousels.

Information boards are located in each terminal and feature phones to obtain information about local attractions, accommodation, and transportation. Information phones in Terminal B2 will connect callers with questions to the Terminal A booth.

Additional volunteers are always needed. Anyone interested in becoming an information booth volunteer should call Karen Doron at (916) 874-5397 or e-mail us.jkjk

Lost and Found

Report lost baggage directly to you airline. To report a lost item or to turn in a found item, please call 4-0701 from any white courtesy phone at Sacramento International Airport. When at home, please call (916) 874-0701 about lost and found items.

Translation Services

Sacramento International Airport makes translation services by telephone available in approximately 150 languages for our customers. Customers with limited English proficiency can dial 00 on any white courtesy phone to be connected with the service. The service is also accessible at ticket counters, retail stores, and food and beverage sites on an as-needed basis.

Other Information

Elevator service is available between the terminal lobbies and concourses.

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Sacramento - Airport Facilities

Terminal A

o Food and Beverage Options

o Shops and Services

o Map

Terminal B

o Food and Beverage Options

o Shops and Services

o Map

Terminal A

TERMINAL A PEAK PERIOD ALERT

PLEASE ALLOW 2 HOURS FOR PARKING,TICKETING, AND SCREENING 5 A.M. - 2:30 P.M.

Southwest, America West, Delta, and Hawaiian (Continental moves to Terminal B October 1)

Food and Beverage Options

Cinnabon Logo

Lower level between baggage and ticketing

Starbucks Logo

Lower level between baggage and ticketing

Cinnabon Logo

Post security in the food court

(ticketed passengers only)

TCBY Logo

Post security in the food court

(ticketed passengers only)

Juice Works Logo

Post security in the food court

(ticketed passengers only)

La Salsa Logo

Post security in the food court

(ticketed passengers only)

California Pizza Kitchen Logo

Post security in the food court

(ticketed passengers only)

Capitol Brewing Company Logo

Post security in the food court

(ticketed passengers only)

Burger King Logo

Post security in the food court

(ticketed passengers only)

Manchu Wok Logo

Post security in the food court

(ticketed passengers only)

Starbucks Logo

Post security in the food court

(ticketed passengers only)

Java City Logo

Post security near Gate A16

(ticketed passengers only)

Home Turf Grill Logo

Post security near Gate A13

(ticketed passengers only)

Shops and Services

KidZoo

Upper level post security

(ticketed passengers only)

PGA Golf

Upper level post security

(ticketed passengers only)

Details

Upper level post security

(ticketed passengers only)

InMotion

Upper level post security

(ticketed passengers only)

Hometown Favorites

Upper level post security

(ticketed passengers only)

Capitol Marketplace

Upper level post security

(ticketed passengers only)

Nelson's Books

Upper level post security

(ticketed passengers only)

Shoe Shine Palace

Upper level near Gate A1

Terminal B

TERMINAL B1 PEAK PERIOD ALERT

ALLOW 2 HOURS FOR PARKING,TICKETING, AND SCREENING FROM 5 A.M. TO 9:30 A.M.

United, American and Aloha - Gates 31 - 37

TERMINAL B2 - NO PEAK IMPACT A THIS TIME

Alaska, Horizon, Mexicana, Northwest, Frontier and JetBlue- Gates 21 - 27

(Continental moves to B2 on October 1)

Food and Beverage Options

Cinnabon Logo

Terminal B1 in ticketing

TCBY Logo

Terminal B1 in ticketing

Juice Works Logo

Terminal B1 in ticketing

Java City Logo

Post security near Gate A16

(ticketed passengers only)

Starbucks Logo

Central area between B1 and B2

Chili's Too

Central area between B1 and B2

Prospector's Pub

Central area between B1 and B2

Pyramid Logo

Post security in Terminal B1 near Gate 34

(ticketed passengers only)

Gordon Beirsch

Post security in Terminal B2 near Gate 24

(ticketed passengers only)

Stores and Services

- Terminal B1 in ticketing

- Terminal B1 post security

(ticketed passengers only)

- Terminal B2 in ticketing

Shoe Shine Palace

Located in both Terminal B1 and B2 post security (ticketed passengers only)

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Sacramento - Conference Facilities

The on-site Host International Hotel can provide business facilities, including fax and Internet services, and two conference rooms.

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Sacramento - Handicapped Facilities

Disabled Services

Parking

Persons with disabilities whose vehicles have a disabled license plate or valid DMV placard may park in the designated spaces located in economy, hourly, and daily lots. Regular parking fees apply to everyone using these spaces. For assistance regarding parking lot access, call (916) 874-0681.

Transportation

Lift-equipped transportation to the airport is available from:

SuperShuttle (800)258-3826 at least 24 hours in advance Direct Line (916)727-0403 Med Star (916)9561-5905 Paratransit - (916) 429-2744

Local users must pre-register with this service by calling (916) 557-4685. Registration can take up to 21 days. Out-of-town visitors may also use the service if they are registered with a similar service in their home town. To make a reservation, call at least 2 days in advance.

In addition, four of the auto rental companies at the airport -- Avis, Budget, Hertz and National -- offer vehicles for persons with disabilities (such vehicles must be reserved at least 48 to 72 hours in advance).

TDD Phones

10 telecommunication devices for the deaf (TDD) are located at the airport throughout terminal lobbies and concourses.

Wheelchairs

Wheelchair assistance is available from airlines and curbside skycaps at no charge (skycaps may also assist with luggage). Those wishing to transport a battery-powered wheelchair aboard an aircraft should make arrangements with their air carrier in advance.

Note: All passengers are subject to pre-board security screening which may include a hand search or use of a hand-wand

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Sacramento - Wireless Lan

Wireless Internet Service

Unbranded wireless Internet service is available throughout the indoor public areas in both of our terminals for free.

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Sacramento - Hotels

Sacramento Hotels & Motels

Best Western Expo Inn - Sacramento - $$

1413 Howe Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95825

Hotel - 2 floors

Heated outdoor swimming pool - fitness center

Best Western John Jay Inn - Sacramento - $$

15 Massie Court, Sacramento, CA 95823

Swimming pool - fitness center

Best Western Sandman Motel - Sacramento - $$

236 Jibboom Street, Sacramento, CA 95814

Swimming pool - restaurant

Best Western Sutter House - Sacramento - $$

1100 H Street, Sacramento, CA 95814

Swimming pool - fitness center - restaurant

Guest review: Walking distance to major attractions - clean, comfortable room - fair price - spotty wireless Internet access - great pool in center courtyard - basic breakfast, could've used more variety - we'd stay again - Sep 2006

Guest review: Clean hotel, great location near highway access and downtown - upgraded room had very comfortable furniture and bedding, and was well-equipped for business traveler - great Italian restaurant next door - I'd definitely return - Dec 2005

Clarion Hotel - Sacramento - $$$

700 16th Street, Sacramento, CA 95814

Restaurant - lounge

Pet-friendly hotel - please read

Clarion Hotel near Cal Expo - Sacramento - $$

2600 Auburn Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95821

Comfort Suites Downtown - Sacramento - $$$

226 Jibboom Street, Sacramento, CA 95814

Guest review: Good price - room was nice, but too warm when we arrived - Jul 2006

Guest review: Large, pleasant suite, although furniture was a bit dated - staff was extremely polite and helpful - enjoyed breakfast - highly recommended - Apr 2006

Courtyard by Marriott - Sacramento - $$$

2101 River Plaza Drive, Sacramento, CA 95833

Swimming pool - fitness center - restaurant - lounge

Guest review: Good location - wonderful staff - enjoyed our stay - Sep 2006

Guest review: Comfortable and easy freeway access to downtown - clean, quiet room, except for highway traffic nearby and a very noisy AC unit - Aug 2005

Courtyard by Marriott Midtown - Sacramento - $$$

4422 Y Street, Sacramento, CA 95817

Guest review: Room was small, but clean and adequate - had fridge, microwave, coffee maker, work desk, and chair - free Internet access provided - unique lobby with sitting nooks, but overhead music was too loud - Jun 2006

Guest review: Happy with accommodations - clean - front desk clerk was very courteous and friendly - appreciated apple and cookie - pool was too cold - I'd recommend - Mar 2006

Delta King Hotel - Sacramento - $$

1000 Front Street, Sacramento, CA 95814

Restaurant

Overview - Photos | Map | Rates - Make Reservation

Doubletree Hotel - Sacramento - $$$$

2001 Point West Way, Sacramento, CA 95815

Econo Lodge - Sacramento - $$

711 16th Street, Sacramento, CA 95814

Pet-friendly hotel - click & read

Guest review: Inexpensive and clean - fridge was noisy - front desk clerk was accommodating - highly recommend - Sep 2006

Guest review: Close to downtown - good value - clean - great lawn - elevator was broken - May 2006

Econo Lodge Auburn Blvd - Sacramento - $

2912 Auburn Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95821

Restaurant

Embassy Suite - Sacramento - $$$$

100 Capital Mall, Sacramento, CA 95814

Guest review: Excellent hotel - enjoyed rooms, service, and food - front desk service was slow - May 2006

Extended Stay America - Sacramento - $$

2100 Harvard Street, Sacramento, CA 95815

Economy extended stay hotel

Extended Stay America Northgate - Sacramento - $$

3825 Rosin Court, Sacramento, CA 95834

Fairfield Inn Cal Expo - Sacramento - $$$

1780 Tribute Road, Sacramento, CA 95815

3 floors, 74 rooms

3-night minimum stay required

Swimming pool - fitness center

Good Night Inn - Sacramento - $

25 Howe Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95826

Rated low by guests

Guest review: Room wasn't ready at 6:30 PM, and was dirty - bathroom light didn't work - front desk clerk was nice - outside trash was overflowing - I don't recommend - Aug 2006

Guest review: Close to freeway, but not noisy - room wasn't ready at check-in time; when we returned, door was ajar - Jun 2006

Guest review: Easy access to highway - cheap rates - mattress and bedspread had blood stains - sink backed up - didn't get enough towels and washcloths for 2 people - Jan 2006

Guest review: Price was reasonable - no ashtrays in room or free movie channels - not as nice as advertised - Nov 2004

Governors Inn - Sacramento - $$

210 Richards Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95814

Swimming pool - fitness center

Guest Suites - Sacramento - $$$

2804 Grassland Drive, Sacramento, CA 95833

Swimming pool - fitness center

Pet-friendly hotel - click & read

Hawthorn Suites - Sacramento - $$$

321 Bercut Drive, Sacramento, CA 95814

Upscale extended stay hotel

Swimming pool - fitness center - restaurant

Guest review: Room included two bedrooms, two full baths, large living area, dining area and full kitchen with dishwasher - great complimentary hot breakfast - June 2005

Guest review: Excellent price - wonderful suites were ideal for families - front desk staff always seemed busy, and I had to wait to be helped - continental breakfast was very good - June 2005

Hilton Arden West - Sacramento - $$$$

2200 Harvard Street, Sacramento, CA 95815

Swimming pool - fitness center - restaurant - lounge

Pet-friendly hotel - click & read

Hilton Garden Inn - Sacramento - $$$

2540 Venture Oaks Way, Sacramento, CA 95833

Swimming pool - restaurant - lounge

Guest review: Clean and well-kept - courteous personnel - I'll stay again - Jan 2006

Holiday Inn - Sacramento - $$$

5321 Date Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95841

Hotel - 6 floors

Outdoor swimming pool - exercise room - restaurant

Pet-friendly hotel - click & read - allows pets up to 50 pounds - $25 per stay pet fee - updated Mar 2005

Holiday Inn Capitol Plaza Hotel - Sacramento - $$$

300 J Street, Sacramento, CA 95814

A John Q. Hammons hotel - 16 floors, 362 rooms

Located at I-5 at J Street Shopping Mall

Swimming pool - restaurant - lounge

Host Airport Hotel - Sacramento - $$$

6945 Airport Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95837

Hotel - 2 floors, 85 rooms - elevator

Across street from airport Terminal B

No swimming pool - exercise room

Pet-friendly hotel - click & read - $50 per stay pet fee - updated May 2006

Guest review: Across street from airport terminal - beds were comfortable - Aug 2006

Guest review: Great location - bed was extremely comfortable - staff was helpful - I'd stay again - Jun 2006

Guest review: Walk to airport - needed better breakfast - not completely satisfied - Dec 2005

Hyatt Regency - Sacramento - $$$$$

1209 L Street, Sacramento, CA 95814

Swimming pool - fitness center - restaurant - lounge

Inn off Capitol Park - Sacramento - $$$

1530 North Street, Sacramento, CA 95814

Guest review: Quaint inn with a quiet, peaceful atmosphere and in good repair - room was small, but had amenities - breakfast bagels, toast, and pastries were gone by 9:30 AM - May 2006

La Quinta Downtown - Sacramento - $$

200 Jibboom Street, Sacramento, CA 95814

Hotel - 3 floors, 168 rooms - elevator

Free airport shuttle from 6:30 AM - 10 PM

Outdoor swimming pool - fitness center

Pet-friendly hotel - click & read - no pet fee - updated May 2006

La Quinta North - Sacramento - $$

4604 Madison Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95841

Swimming pool - restaurant

Pet-friendly hotel - click & read

Larkspur Landing - Sacramento - $$

555 Howe Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95825

Mid-priced extended stay hotel - 4 floors

No swimming pool - fitness center

No pets allowed - updated Mar 2005

Quality Inn - Sacramento - $$

818 15th Street, Sacramento, CA 95814

Guest review: Near downtown - good security, felt safe for solo traveler - great desk staff - breakfast bar had nice variety - could've used a fitness room - Sep 2006

Guest review: Walk to everything - room was clean, had good AC - exterior wasn't appealing - Jul 2006

Quality Inn Natomas - Sacramento - $$

3796 Northgate Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95834

Swimming pool

Pet-friendly hotel - click & read

Guest review: Not near Old Town as I expected - room smelled strongly of smoke - service needed improvement - no parking available - a bad experience - Sep 2006

Radisson - Sacramento - $$$

500 Leisure Lane, Sacramento, CA 95815

Guest review: Non-smoking room smelled like smoke - beds were terrible - needed new showerhead and better water pressure - new doors would've kept out draft - needed soundproofing - nice landscaping - Mar 2006

Guest review: Not so good - smelled bad - Feb 2006

Ramada Limited Discovery Park - Sacramento - $$$

350 Bercut Drive, Sacramento, CA 95814

Swimming pool - fitness center - restaurant - lounge

Guest review: Room was at back of building facing highway - furniture was worn - hallway was dusty - parking spaces were tight - Jun 2006

Guest review: OK for business travel - good for sleeping and showering only - pool was filthy, spa wasn't working right - May 2006

Red Lion Hotel - Sacramento - $$$

1401 Arden Way, Sacramento, CA 95815

Guest review: Not worth the price - room was dirty, smelled bad, and had filthy carpet - May 2006

Residence Inn by Marriott - Sacramento - $$$$

1530 Howe Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95825

Upscale extended stay hotel

Swimming pool

Guest review: We were upgraded to excellent penthouse suite - had fireplace, couches, dining table, and upstairs bed - liked the full kitchen and two bathrooms - Oct 2006

Residence Inn by Marriott South Natomas - $$$$

2410 West El Camino Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95833

Upscale extended stay hotel

Swimming pool - fitness center

Pet-friendly hotel - click & read

Sheraton Grand Hotel - Sacramento - $$$$

1230 J Street, Sacramento, CA 95814

Swimming pool - fitness center - restaurant - lounge

Guest review: Hotel was fine, nothing stood out - parking lot was inconveniently across street - initial signs mistakenly directed guests to parking structure next door - Jan 2006

Guest review: Easy freeway access, no traffic noise - staff treated us very well - didn't like being charged $.50 for ice for my drink - enjoyed our stay very much - Dec 2005

Guest review: Dissatisfied - easy to access - didn't get reserved adjoining rooms - front desk staff didn't have good attitude - Oct 2005

Springhill Suites by Marriott Airport - $$$$

2555 Venture Oaks Way, Sacramento, CA 95833

Guest review: Clean and neat - good breakfast - Feb 2006

Super 8 Motel Airport - Sacramento - $$

2654 El Centro Road, Sacramento, CA 96002

Guest review: Good but not super - right off main highway, close to nice shopping areas - reasonable rates - clean - nice staff - ran into a mouse our last day and saw mousetrap near breakfast/cafe area - graffiti on elevator door needed to be painted over - July 2005

Super 8 Motel Florin Road - Sacramento - $

7216 55th Street, Sacramento, CA 95823

Travelodge Downtown - Sacramento - $

1111 H Street, Sacramento, CA 95814

Rated very low by guests

Fitness center - restaurant - lounge

Guest review: Centrally located - breakfast needed improvement - Oct 2006

Guest review: Good location - cheap, needed renovation and repainting - carpet was sticky, smelled bad - an unpleasant stay - I wouldn't return - Aug 2006

Guest review: Located in undesireable area - didn't get requested ground floor room, and elevator didn't work - clerk yelled at my parents on the phone - a terrible stay - Jun 2006

Vagabond Inn - Sacramento - $$

2030 Arden Way, Sacramento, CA 95825

Guest review: Excellent location next to Cal Expo - good rates - pool and whirlpool needed better maintenance - loved the homemade cookies at check-in - Peet's coffee available 24 hours a day - breakfast had good variety - Oct 2006

Vagabond Inn Midtown - Sacramento - $

1319 30th Street, Sacramento, CA 95816

Swimming pool

Pet-friendly hotel - click & read

Guest review: Very hot room with no AC until 11 PM - very solemn, unfriendly desk person - I left immediately - Aug 2005

Vagabond Inn Old Town - Sacramento - $$$

909 3rd Street, Sacramento, CA 95814

Swimming pool - fitness center - restaurant

Pet-friendly hotel - click & read

Vizcaya Hotel and Pavilion - Sacramento - $$$

2019 21st Street, Sacramento, CA 95818

Guest review: Beautiful, comfortable and homey - loved Victorian building - Oct 2005

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Sacramento - News Update

The Sacramento County Airport System Planning and Development Department is responsible for planning, design and construction activities pursuant to the Master Plan for SMF, SAC, MHR & Franklin Field (Q53 Airports); directing airport land acquisition programs; Federal grants; environmental impact reports; expansion project site analysis; and other developmental activities.

Construction

Sacramento International Airport has been the site of change over recent years. Improvements are either currently planned or underway on the roadways, parking, landscaping, and airfield.

Since some construction efforts may impact traffic patterns at Sacramento International Airport, please tune your radio to 530AM when you are within five miles of the airport to get updates about parking and traffic at the airport.

Sacramento International Airport Terminal Modernization Plan

What is the Terminal Modernization Plan?

SCAS is involved in a multi-phased planning effort to identify (plan and design) and implement the future vision for SMF. The SMF Master Plan was the first phase of this process and the final draft was approved by the Board of Supervisors in February 2004.

The Terminal Modernization Program is the second phase of this planning effort. It was developed to identify preliminary facilities requirements, terminal complex alternatives, evaluation of those alternatives and the selection of a preferred terminal development concept. The Project Definition Manual is the result of the Phase II efforts and is presented as a "living" document that will evolve throughout the process.

The preferred design concept for the new Central Terminal B was approved by the Board of Supervisors in September 2006.