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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to New York

 
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.

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10:41 am - 5:42 amSMF-EWR
16h 01m1 stop
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1:08 pm - 6:42 pmEWR-SMF
8h 34m1 stop
$153Spirit Airlines
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Tue, May 27 - Fri, May 30
Spirit Airlines Logo
10:41 am - 5:42 amSMF-EWR
16h 01m1 stop
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7:00 am - 6:42 pmEWR-SMF
14h 42m1 stop
$156Spirit Airlines
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Wed, May 28 - Wed, Jun 4
JetBlue Logo
11:14 pm - 7:38 amSMF-JFK
5h 24mnonstop
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6:30 pm - 9:59 pmJFK-SMF
6h 29mnonstop
$237JetBlue
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Wed, May 28 - Wed, Jun 4
United Airlines Logo
11:45 pm - 7:58 amSMF-EWR
5h 13mnonstop
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10:15 am - 3:08 pmEWR-SMF
7h 53m1 stop
$247United Airlines
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Wed, May 28 - Tue, Jun 3
United Airlines Logo
11:45 pm - 7:58 amSMF-EWR
5h 13mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
6:52 pm - 10:10 pmEWR-SMF
6h 18mnonstop
$252United Airlines
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Mon, May 26 - Sat, May 31
JetBlue Logo
11:14 pm - 7:38 amSMF-JFK
5h 24mnonstop
JetBlue Logo
6:30 pm - 9:59 pmJFK-SMF
6h 29mnonstop
$252JetBlue
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Tue, May 27 - Fri, May 30
American Airlines Logo
11:23 am - 9:55 pmSMF-LGA
7h 32m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 1:26 pmLGA-SMF
8h 56m1 stop
$263American Airlines
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Wed, May 28 - Wed, Jun 4
American Airlines Logo
11:55 pm - 11:51 amSMF-JFK
8h 56m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 3:31 pmJFK-SMF
11h 11m1 stop
$272American Airlines
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Tue, Jun 10 - Tue, Jun 17
Delta Logo
10:30 pm - 9:34 amSMF-EWR
8h 04m1 stop
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4:55 pm - 10:49 pmEWR-SMF
8h 54m1 stop
$302Delta
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Tue, May 20 - Sun, May 25
Delta Logo
11:12 pm - 8:48 amSMF-LGA
6h 36m1 stop
Delta Logo
11:43 am - 6:13 pmLGA-SMF
9h 30m2 stops
$302Delta
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Wed, May 28 - Wed, Jun 4
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United’s Economy Plus seats offer up to 6 inches more legroom than standard economy seats.


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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.

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Planning a trip from Sacramento to New York? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

What is the cheapest Sacramento to New York flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Sacramento to New York.

Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from Sacramento to New York cost $237 and was between Sacramento (SMF) and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is $237.

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 Tuesdays and avoid leaving on a Monday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from New York, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday 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 $286 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $524 and $461 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 $326 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 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 4 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonFebruary
High seasonApril
Cheapest flight$59
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 16% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 5% increase in price.
Flight from Sacramento to Newark Liberty Airport

When to book flights from Sacramento to New York

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sacramento to New York based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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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 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sacramento to New York was $59 for a one-way ticket and $153 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, Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and American 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?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Sacramento and New York.

  • 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, Delta or Alaska Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sacramento to New York are Delta and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $362 and an overall rating of 8.0, Delta is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $340 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • 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 $193 or less one-way and $363 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.

Prefer to fly direct from Sacramento to New York?

Find which airlines fly direct from Sacramento Intl Airport to New York, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Sacramento Intl to New York

Monday

JetBlue

JetBlue

Tuesday

JetBlue

JetBlue

Wednesday

JetBlue

JetBlue

Thursday

JetBlue

JetBlue

Friday

JetBlue

JetBlue

Saturday

JetBlue

JetBlue

Sunday

JetBlue

JetBlue

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Direct returns

New York to Sacramento Intl

Monday

JetBlue

JetBlue

Tuesday

JetBlue

JetBlue

Wednesday

JetBlue

JetBlue

Thursday

JetBlue

JetBlue

Friday

JetBlue

JetBlue

Saturday

JetBlue

JetBlue

Sunday

JetBlue

JetBlue

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Top 5 airlines serving from Sacramento to New York

 
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DeltaOverall score based on 7934 reviews
8.5Crew
7.9Entertainment
8.2Boarding
7.9Comfort
7.3Food
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Delayed take-off. Very small plane so very scary with lots of bumps during the flight. Would never fly Delta on short flights in small 80 seaters plane again! Felt relieved when landed.

6.0 GoodNgoc, Apr 2025DCA - LGA
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Delayed take-off. Very small plane so very scary with lots of bumps during the flight. Would never fly Delta on short flights in small 80 seaters plane again! Felt relieved when landed.

third trip overseas with delta recently where the TV did not work- not acceptable for a 8 hour flight! your food really has declined crew great and I am loyal to delta

The plane was old with small storage areas that had problems closing/latching and not enough storage for everyone, and worn, damaged seats. Service was great but feel a little unsafe on such well used planes.

Great staff. Wifi is terrible. Signing up for skylines is a painstaking process. Had to call customer service just to get my flight itinerary and confirmation sent to me. Consistent delays. A well staffed company that is run so poorly. Upper management needs to be renewed.

Boarding is, as it always is… horrible. Gate lice. Slow moving zones. Too many people with carry ons

Everything was ok!! Just bags came up a little be late.

Tasty snacks. On-time departure and early arrival. Luggage arrived quickly at the carrousel. The only negative was a man behind us that was heavily inebriated. He was served 3 double drinks during the flight. There was no telling how much he had before the flight. He was so out of it that he spilled a drink and broke the heavy liquor glass on the floor. I don't believe he should have been served so much alcohol on a two-hour flight.

It was terrible, I sat next to a person with a cat, I'm allergic to animal dander, my discomfort was extreme

I sat in comfort plus. It was fine. Seats were comfortable. I got drinks and snacks.

Good and consistent Printer in lounge did not work for me :(

Multiple delays and not straight answer from the United team

I just got back from a trip with 3 flights each way. The flights were good and we were happy with out experience. There was one steward on our first flight that was harsh and grump with passengers. It did not leave a good impression. All of the other flight crews were great on the other five flights.

Food and flight attendents with positive dispositions and friendly behavior, more professional attitudes

Easy to board. Flight was super crowded though so I didn't sleep well on that cross country red-eye flight. The aisles seem ot have gotten narrower and the seat smaller whn luggage and people are getting bigger so it would be AWESOME to have more space and breathing room in general ;)

Liked the hospitality . The ight took us 6 hrs to get from fort myers to ewr.

Wish movie and music choices changed more often. Mostly same from a month or two ago when I last flew.

Overall great. I was forced to check my carry-on backpack from EWR to BOS but it came out on the luggage carousel so fast I didn't even get delayed for my pickup.

Boarding was easy. RDU gates can get crowded, be prepared to be patient. Flight was smooth, with excellent service. Pilots really provided a lot of visibility into flight details. Plane and seats were clean and serviceable. TY!

It was good. Just that the seats could not be reclined. The people behind were not ready to let the chairs be reclined

My flight was delayed. They boarded us, then no sooner were we on the plane, they made us get off again and wait another 45 minutes before doing it all over again.

The gate and ground staff were excellent, friendly, went out of their way to acknowledge my Mosaic status. The plane was an older Airbus, so the seats were a little worn. The in flight attendant was not very nice, and seemed to be annoyed to be at work or be on this flight. Flight was fast and we landed early and pilots kept us informed.

The regular feedback of any changes to our flights. The Jetblue staff were very helpful. Our flights were great. Lots of leg room!

The flight was delayed for 4 hours. Once onboard the crew was wonderful.

Did not enjoy this flight at all. All of my coworkers flew delta and I chose JetBlue because I really value how simple the WiFi and entertainment is and this flight I didn’t get either. Crew staff was unsympathetic to my system not working, everyone I asked for help with was extremely bothered by my request for help.

Little snafu at boarding. Staff communicated with gate poorly. Flight attendant was rude making disembark early. This was an older mint class. Needs an overhaul for sure. Food was good. The male flight attendant was really nice.

Like the space, did not like the snack options, there was no power outlet in seats, no entertainment, no flyfi.

In-flight staff was very helpful and excellent. However, the flight was delayed by 90 minutes. Also the boarding process should be expedited in case of delayed flights. This will help the passengers trying to make international connections.

The walk from baggage claim to the taxi is very difficult for older people I will never fly into JFK again. It is physically challenging

Flight was delayed by almost 5 hours. Suitcase was not loaded despite the flight being near empty (my colleagues’ suitcases did reach JFK, unlike mine). Had to argue on phone to get JetBlue to deliver the case to my hotel. Never again

Great. Loved that there was WiFi on flight to keep in touch and excellent service of beverages and snacks.

Paid $35 and not able to access the internet at all.

Boarding took forever, the plane was cramped and cold, and the seatbelt song came on constantly throughout the red eye flight with a loud pre-recorded message playing each time

Cabin felt crammed Snacks are lame But crew was super efficient getting us out on time despite delay

Flight was delayed bc of mechanical issue. New plane had different configuration so some seats had to be switched. They called all passengers who needed new boarding cards. They did not call us so we thought our seats were the same and fine. When we boarded they informed us our receipts had changed and we are now all sitting separate and in the back row. Both my daughters had meltdowns and started to cry and once we got on the flight, we figured out how we could sit closer to each other, but this was very upsetting.

You ant watch TV if you don't have a device, the seats have more space, and the snacks are different.

Flight was empty so had a whole row to myself. Still had to wait to get the bag due to the negligence at Palm Springs departure.

Amazingly comfy flight - I had upgraded for a reasonable price and it was worth it. The food also was good.

Random carry-on baggage inspection before boarding for NO REASON. The crew kept talking loudly the entire time, making it impossible to rest. When I asked the crew for something, they said they would come back later but never did. It was an EXTREMELY UNPLEASANT and UNCOMFORTABLE flight.

Only thing that I liked it that I got to my destination safely, otherwise American Airlines stinks.

Ok. Got us there safely and a bit early. Need food available on this long flight. Almost 3 hours.

All was good expecting the seats need a bit of cushion. Besides that I can’t complain.

You get what you pay for, and the flights went smoothly. There’s no reclining chairs, no screens, And there isn’t always wifi, but the plane was clean and staff was friendly and the takeoff/landing were smooth.

We had an 8 hr delay so it was not good

Seats are poor. They do not lean back. They do not even have pockets on the back, making it impossible to store a phone or a coke bottle. If you opt for basic economy cheap seats, they stick you always in the middle or window seat, even though there are unoccupied seats on the aisle. And then there is the nickel and diming. No carry-ons. And checking your carry-on is $70. At the end there is no price advantage but there is plenty of aggravation.

The reservation was cancelled after a day and a half due to family reasons. There was no flight from Newark to Orlando 03.01.2025. Very bad customer service. Never use again.

Overall good experience for the price. Thank you for making travel affordable.

The seats were comfortable and not as tight as i would have expected. Would have been nice to be able to recline my seat, which was not available. Some form of free snacks and drink option would be appreciated as well, even just a water and small bag of crackers would have been better than nothing at all.

Be quiet! Why do they have to keep talking BS over the microphone?? Enough!

Bad seats. Very uncomfortable. Crew was fine. Too much upcsharging

hassled about bringing my laptop on in addition to my backpack...people boarding with real luggage were not stopped but I was which was ridiculous....zero comfort on board and everything is extra. Last time flying spirit not worth it

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