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Sacramento Mather Airport

Sacramento, United States

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Former Air Force base turned cargo and general aviation hub.

Opened

1918

Location

Sacramento, United States

Sacramento Mather Airport (MHR/KMHR) is a public airport located in Rancho Cordova, approximately 12 miles east of downtown Sacramento, California. It occupies the former Mather Air Force Base, which closed in 1993 and was subsequently converted to civilian aviation use. The airport primarily serves cargo operations, general aviation, and occasional charter flights rather than scheduled commercial passenger service. Its long runways, a legacy of its military past, make it well-suited for cargo aircraft and training operations. Mather is operated by the County of Sacramento and plays an important role in the regional aviation ecosystem, complementing Sacramento International Airport (SMF) with its cargo and industrial aviation functions.

Getting to & from

The airport is accessible primarily by car via US Route 50, with limited public transit connections to the greater Sacramento area.

Airlines here

Mather does not host major scheduled commercial airlines, serving primarily cargo carriers and charter operators.

Notable facts

›Originally established in 1918 as Mather Field, a U.S. Army Air Corps training base.
›Mather Air Force Base was closed under the 1991 Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) process.
›The airport features runways exceeding 11,000 feet in length, a legacy of its military operations.
›It serves as a base for aerial firefighting operations in California.
›The site includes an aerospace museum honoring its military aviation history.

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City & Place Guide

California's capital blends Gold Rush history with farm-fresh culture.

Sacramento sits at the confluence of the Sacramento and American Rivers in California's Central Valley. As the state capital, it combines government landmarks with a vibrant arts scene, diverse neighborhoods, and a rich agricultural heritage that feeds much of the nation.

The city's Old Sacramento Waterfront district preserves wooden boardwalks and Gold Rush-era buildings, while the midtown and downtown grids buzz with breweries, farm-to-fork restaurants, and live music venues. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy miles of riverside trails and easy access to the Sierra Nevada foothills.

Sacramento has a welcoming, unpretentious character and a growing reputation as a culinary destination. Its proximity to Napa, Lake Tahoe, and San Francisco makes it an excellent base for broader California exploration.

•California State Capitol — iconic gold-domed seat of state government with free tours
•Old Sacramento Waterfront — Gold Rush-era boardwalks, museums, and riverboat rides
•Crocker Art Museum — California's oldest public art museum with impressive collections
•Sutter's Fort State Historic Park — reconstructed 1840s fort central to California history
•Golden 1 Center — modern arena hosting NBA Kings and major concerts
•American River Parkway — 32-mile greenbelt perfect for cycling, fishing, and kayaking

Getting around: Sacramento Regional Transit operates light rail lines and bus routes covering the city and suburbs. Downtown and midtown are walkable and very bikeable, with a JUMP bike-share program available. Uber, Lyft, and traditional taxis serve the metro area, and the Amtrak Capitol Corridor train connects Sacramento to the Bay Area.

Best time: Spring (March–May) and fall (September–October) offer mild, sunny weather ideal for outdoor sightseeing before summer's intense heat arrives.

Local food: Try farm-to-fork cuisine at Tower District restaurants, Shady Lady Saloon cocktails, Sacramento-style tomato beef noodles in the city's Asian food scene, and locally grown stone fruits at the bustling Saturday farmers market.

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Sacramento Mather Airport is a public airport 11 miles east of Sacramento, in Sacramento County, California, United States. It is on the site of Mather Air Force Base, which closed in 1993 pursuant to BRAC action. The airport is one of 4 airports serving Sacramento, the others being Sacramento International Airport, Sacramento Executive Airport, and Franklin Field.

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