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Cheapest round-trip
$250
Typical prices: $304-$511
Delta
Fri 12/7Mon 12/10
SMF - LGA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$132
Typical prices: $182-$296
American Airlines
Wed 12/5
SMF - LGA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Sacramento and New York LaGuardia Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
23 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 44% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 30% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Cheapest • Avg $331 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 7h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to LaGuardia (SMF-LGA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to LaGuardia

Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
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10:52 pm - 9:44 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
7h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:59 pm - 9:41 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$250Delta
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
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10:52 pm - 9:44 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
7h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:59 pm - 9:41 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$252Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 2
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6:10 am - 5:00 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
7h 50m1 stop Dallas Love Field
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7:00 am - 11:55 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
$258Southwest
Sat, Dec 5 - Thu, Dec 10
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12:00 pm - 11:10 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
8h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:40 am - 12:35 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway
$263Southwest
Tue, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 12
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 5:15 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
7h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 11:57 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$263United Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 6:45 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
7h 45m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
4:23 pm - 10:41 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 18m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$263United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
American Airlines Logo
10:50 pm - 11:20 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
9h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:00 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$263American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Thu, Dec 10
American Airlines Logo
10:24 pm - 11:30 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
10h 06m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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1:55 pm - 8:01 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 06m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$263American Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
Frontier Logo
12:30 pm - 8:44 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
17h 14m2 stops Denver Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:15 am - 9:51 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-SMF Sacramento Intl
27h 36m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles
$340Frontier
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
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12:30 pm - 8:44 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
17h 14m2 stops Denver Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Frontier Logo
9:15 am - 9:51 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-SMF Sacramento Intl
27h 36m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles
$341Frontier
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Price, demand and travel trends for Sacramento to New York LaGuardia Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Sacramento to New York LaGuardia Airport?

Round-trip flights from Sacramento to New York LaGuardia Airport typically range from $304 to $511. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $250, on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to New York LaGuardia Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to New York LaGuardia Airport. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 11% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to New York LaGuardia Airport?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to New York LaGuardia Airport at $271 round-trip.
•June ($541) and December ($483) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 99% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Sacramento to New York LaGuardia Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Sacramento to New York LaGuardia Airport are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 44% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Sacramento to New York LaGuardia Airport flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$132
Beat the crowds with an average 20% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 34% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Sacramento to New York LaGuardia Airport

When to book flights from Sacramento to LaGuardia

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sacramento to LaGuardia based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Sacramento to New York LaGuardia Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Sacramento to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Sacramento to New York LaGuardia Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Sacramento to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Sacramento to New York LaGuardia Airport takes 00m, covering 2,506 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sacramento to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Sacramento to New York LaGuardia Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Sacramento to New York LaGuardia Airport range from $304 to $511, with an average of $387 over the past 12 months. Anything below $304 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Sacramento to New York LaGuardia Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 26% above the $387 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Sacramento to New York LaGuardia Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Sacramento to New York LaGuardia Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $144, which is 38% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)?

    New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $76 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Avis
    • Dollar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Sacramento to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    Flights from Sacramento to New York LaGuardia Airport usually depart from Sacramento Intl (SMF) and arrive at New York LaGuardia (LGA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Sacramento to New York LaGuardia Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Sacramento to New York LaGuardia Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 6% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sacramento to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Sacramento to New York LaGuardia Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $337 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $431, a difference of $94.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Sacramento to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 39m, compared with 7h 55m via Kansas City (MCI) and 8h 10m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Sacramento and New York LaGuardia Airport?

    New York LaGuardia Airport is 3 hours ahead of Sacramento (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in New York LaGuardia Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in New York LaGuardia Airport are Times Square, New York City Center and Madison Square Garden. These are among the most viewed places in New York LaGuardia Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Sacramento to New York LaGuardia Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average $337, about $94 less than Friday fares (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 44% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sacramento to New York LaGuardia Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $271 round-trip in that month - typically $270 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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