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Cheapest round-trip
$287
Typical prices: $297-$422
American Airlines
Sat 9/5Wed 9/9
SMF - JFK • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$299
JetBlue
Thu 8/20Wed 8/26
SMF - JFK • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to New York (SMF-NYC)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Sacramento to New York that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to New York

Sat, Sep 5 - Wed, Sep 9
American Airlines Logo
12:55 pm - 11:58 pm
SMF
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JFK
8h 03m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:55 am - 2:18 pm
JFK
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SMF
10h 23m
1 stop
$287American Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Thu, Sep 10
American Airlines Logo
12:55 pm - 11:58 pm
SMF
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JFK
8h 03m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:11 pm - 10:40 pm
JFK
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SMF
8h 29m
1 stop
$287American Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Wed, Sep 9
Southwest Logo
12:40 pm - 11:00 pm
SMF
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LGA
7h 20m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:55 am - 12:00 pm
LGA
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SMF
8h 05m
1 stop
$287Southwest
Sat, Sep 5 - Fri, Sep 11
Southwest Logo
11:15 am - 10:20 pm
SMF
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LGA
8h 05m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:30 pm - 10:35 pm
LGA
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SMF
8h 05m
1 stop
$287Southwest
Sat, Aug 29 - Sat, Sep 5
United Airlines Logo
9:20 am - 9:25 pm
SMF
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LGA
9h 05m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
2:55 pm - 8:45 pm
LGA
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SMF
8h 50m
1 stop
$292United Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 15
Delta Logo
11:22 am - 11:41 pm
SMF
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JFK
9h 19m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:45 pm - 11:09 pm
JFK
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SMF
8h 24m
1 stop
$292Delta
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19
Delta Logo
6:42 pm - 5:21 am
SMF
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JFK
7h 39m
1 stop
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 12:15 pm
JFK
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SMF
8h 15m
1 stop
$292Delta
Sat, Aug 29 - Sun, Sep 6
United Airlines Logo
10:50 am - 11:30 pm
SMF
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LGA
9h 40m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 3:11 pm
LGA
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SMF
8h 11m
1 stop
$297United Airlines
Thu, Aug 20 - Wed, Aug 26
JetBlue Logo
11:35 pm - 7:57 am
SMF
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JFK
5h 22mnonstop
JetBlue Logo
6:30 pm - 9:59 pm
JFK
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SMF
6h 29mnonstop
$299JetBlue
Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 1
JetBlue Logo
11:11 pm - 7:33 am
SMF
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JFK
5h 22mnonstop
JetBlue Logo
6:30 pm - 9:59 pm
JFK
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SMF
6h 29mnonstop
$308JetBlue
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Sacramento to New York flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sacramento to New York to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Sacramento to New York departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to New York from Sacramento usually cost between $288 and $396 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $287 on Southwest (Sep 5-Sep 11).

What is the cheapest Sacramento to New York flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Sacramento to New York costs $328 on the route between Sacramento (SMF) and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 1% cheaper than other Sacramento-New York routes. It is also the most popular route.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to New York?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Sacramento to New York clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Sacramento to New York, look for departures on Saturdays and avoid leaving on a Sunday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from New York, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly and Monday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to New York?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sacramento to New York, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Sacramento to New York is January, where tickets cost $320 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $528 and $504 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Sacramento to New York?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $478 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sacramento to New York?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sacramento to New York, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Sacramento to New York, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 31% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Sacramento to New York

 
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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Bill Fink

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Bill is an award-winning travel writer with extensive credits covering airlines and the aviation industry for publications including AARP, AFAR, The Points Guy and Yahoo. Based in Portland, Oregon, Bill has traveled to more than 75 countries - and been late for his flight in most of them. He once achieved top-level frequent flier status for all of American, Delta and United Airlines during a single year.

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February

Cheapest flight

$140
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 24% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 11% lower on average.
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FAQs for booking flights from Sacramento to New York

  • Do airports in New York City provide lounge facilities?

    Take advantage of the lounge facilities available at New York City's arrival airports. Use the lounges at John F. Kennedy International Airport's Terminals 1, 2, 4, 5, 7, and 8 whether you need to work or just relax. Lounges are also available at LaGuardia International Airport's Terminals B, C, and D, and at Newark International Airport's Terminals A, B, and C.

  • How do I get to downtown Manhattan from the airports in New York City?

    New York City’s extensive public transit system allows you to get to downtown Manhattan from any of the airports in the city. Take the AirTrain and Subway from the John F. Kennedy International Airport as the most convenient way to get to downtown Manhattan. Getting from LaGuardia International Airport to the city will require you to use a combination of the subway and bus. Finally, the easiest way to get from Newark Liberty International Airport to the city is by taking the New Jersey Transit bus.

  • What accessibility services are provided at Sacramento International Airport?

    Sacramento International Airport offers a variety of accessibility services to provide a comfortable experience for passengers with limited mobility. This includes wheelchair assistance from the curb to the gate, designated parking spaces, accessible restrooms, Braille Signs and visual paging, and telecommunication devices located across the concourses and lobbies at the terminals.

  • What parking options are available at Sacramento International Airport?

    Sacramento International Airport provides parking on an hourly, daily, and economy basis with the hourly parking being closest located to the terminals. All parking lots at the airport are available for both short-term and long-term parking, with passengers parking for more than three weeks being required to inform the airport. Charging for electric vehicles is also available at the free waiting area, daily lot, and parking garage, and are operated on a first-come-first-served basis.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sacramento to New York?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sacramento to New York was $140 for a one-way ticket and $287 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Sacramento and New York?

    A passport is not required to fly from Sacramento to New York.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Sacramento to New York?

    JetBlue, Delta, American Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Sacramento to New York flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sacramento to New York?

    The Airbus A321-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Sacramento to New York flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sacramento to New York?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Sacramento and New York, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Sacramento to New York?

    There are nonstop flights from Sacramento to New York on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sacramento to New York, Southwest or Alaska Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sacramento to New York are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $364 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $391 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sacramento to New York?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sacramento to New York.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sacramento to New York?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New York from Sacramento is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sacramento to New York?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to New York with an airline and back to Sacramento with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sacramento to New York?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to New York from Sacramento up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Sacramento to New York

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $218 or less one-way and $386 or less round-trip.
  • When flying into New York City, you can fly into any of New York City’s three major international airports: Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), LaGuardia International Airport (LGA), or John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
  • The recommended time to arrive at Sacramento International Airport (SMF) before your scheduled time of departure is 2-3h, with international flights requiring more time for TSA checks as there are only two checkpoints in the airport.
  • Sacramento International Airport provides nursing mothers with lactation rooms within the airport, which are located past security at Terminals A and B. The spacious nursing rooms are adequately fitted with electrical outlets, comfortable seating, and a sink.
  • Make use of the free high-speed Wi-Fi offered at both terminals at Sacramento International Airport for either work or leisure before the departure of your flight.
  • If you would like to escape the crowds of people that are characteristic of airports in New York, consider flying into Newark Liberty International Airport, which is the least crowded of the three international airports in New York City.
  • In the event that you lose something on the airport shuttle bus or within the terminals at Sacramento International Airport, you are advised to contact the airport’s Lost and Found Department for assistance.

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