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$105+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to New York, NY (NYC)

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SMF — NYC
Apr 2 — Apr 91
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to New York are usually found in January or September, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$237
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$105
(eDestinos)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$407
Provider with most accurate pricing for Sacramento Intl-New York (NYC) flight deals.
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From Sacramento Intl to New York (NYC)
One-way flight from Sacramento Intl to New York (NYC)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($26 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/82:40 pmSMF - LGA
2 stops16h 20mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/136:30 pmLGA - SMF
2 stops18h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2211:59 pmSMF - LGA
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/266:00 amLGA - SMF
1 stop8h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$257
This JetBlue Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure JetBlue Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/1411:14 pmSMF - JFK
Nonstop5h 24mJetBlue
Tue 5/206:30 pmJFK - SMF
Nonstop6h 29mJetBlue
Deal found 3/28$257
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/266:35 amSMF - LGA
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Sat 5/37:15 amLGA - SMF
2 stops14h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 3/27$268
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/82:06 pmSMF - JFK
1 stop12h 24mFrontier
Tue 4/156:59 amJFK - SMF
1 stop9h 07mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$268
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/37:00 amSMF - JFK
1 stop9h 08mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/105:29 pmJFK - SMF
1 stop9h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$273
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/265:40 amSMF - EWR
1 stop7h 26mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/310:30 amEWR - SMF
1 stop11h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$276
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/267:56 amSMF - JFK
1 stop10h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/310:00 amJFK - SMF
1 stop8h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$276
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/311:55 pmSMF - EWR
Nonstop5h 14mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/97:10 pmEWR - SMF
Nonstop6h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$277
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/261:25 pmSMF - JFK
1 stop7h 53mDelta
Wed 4/306:00 amJFK - SMF
1 stop11h 16mDelta
Deal found 3/27$277
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Wed 5/217:37 pmSMF - EWR
1 stop7h 05mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/287:00 amEWR - SMF
1 stop14h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$278
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2210:00 pmSMF - LGA
1 stop8h 39mDelta
Sat 4/269:35 amLGA - SMF
2 stops10h 12mDelta
Deal found 3/26$282

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to New York that are best for you.

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SacramentoNew York

SMF - LGA

SMFLGA

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/8

2:40 pm-10:00 am

2 stops16h 20m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 5/13

6:30 pm-9:46 am

2 stops18h 16m

$237

SacramentoNew York

SMF - LGA

SMFLGA

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/22

11:59 pm-10:30 am

1 stop7h 31m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 4/26

6:00 am-11:05 am

1 stop8h 05m

$257

SacramentoNew York

SMF - JFK

SMFJFK

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/14

11:14 pm-7:38 am

Nonstop5h 24m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/20

6:30 pm-9:59 pm

Nonstop6h 29m

$257

SacramentoNew York

SMF - LGA

SMFLGA

Sacramento Intl

Sat 4/26

6:35 am-4:25 pm

1 stop6h 50m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 5/3

7:15 am-7:05 pm

2 stops14h 50m

$268

SacramentoNew York

SMF - JFK

SMFJFK

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/8

2:06 pm-5:30 am

1 stop12h 24m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/15

6:59 am-1:06 pm

1 stop9h 07m

$268

SacramentoNewark

SMF - EWR

SMFEWR

Sacramento Intl

Sat 4/26

5:40 am-4:06 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Newark

Sat 5/3

10:30 am-6:36 pm

1 stop11h 06m

$276

SacramentoNew York

SMF - JFK

SMFJFK

Sacramento Intl

Sat 4/26

7:56 am-9:30 pm

1 stop10h 34m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/3

10:00 am-3:48 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$276

SacramentoNewark

SMF - EWR

SMFEWR

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/3

11:55 pm-8:09 am

Nonstop5h 14m

Newark

Fri 5/9

7:10 pm-10:37 pm

Nonstop6h 27m

$277

SacramentoNew York

SMF - JFK

SMFJFK

Sacramento Intl

Sat 4/26

1:25 pm-12:18 am

1 stop7h 53m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/30

6:00 am-2:16 pm

1 stop11h 16m

$277

SacramentoNewark

SMF - EWR

SMFEWR

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/21

7:37 pm-5:42 am

1 stop7h 05m

Newark

Wed 5/28

7:00 am-6:42 pm

1 stop14h 42m

$278

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to New York in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-New York flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-New York flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-New York flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-New York flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Sacramento-New York flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to New York

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New York from Sacramento with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to New York

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to New York. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sacramento to New York, you should look to book at least 60 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to New York?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to New York (average of $236). Flying from Sacramento to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $351). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SMF to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sacramento to New York at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 59% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to New York. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to New York flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York ranges from 2.8 - 4.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. February is typically the driest time to visit New York when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New York. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sacramento to New York, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento to New York. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sacramento to New York?

    For a flight from Sacramento to New York, you will be flying from Sacramento Intl. Sacramento Intl (SMF) is just 9.4 mi from the center of the city. Sacramento Intl is the only Sacramento airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to New York per day. 8 airlines have flights to New York from Sacramento Intl on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to New York round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to New York, with prices starting at $237. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and JetBlue, with the lowest prices starting at $257 and $257, respectively. Spirit Airlines is 38% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sacramento to New York one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $105 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $129 and Frontier from $130 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Sacramento to New York?

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to New York?

    While on average a flight from Sacramento to New York is generally $287, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $128. When looking at the most popular route, (Sacramento Intl - Newark), you can expect to pay $209 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Sacramento to New York?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Dallas?

    Most Dallas visitors opt to spend their time experiencing American Airlines Center, Dos Equis Pavilion, and Dallas World Aquarium. American Airlines Center, Dos Equis Pavilion, and Dallas World Aquarium are located about 15.0 mi, 18.3 mi, and 15.5 mi, respectively from Dallas/Fort Worth. Travelers in need of a car in Dallas can rent one for about $58 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Sacramento to New York flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to New York that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sacramento to New York flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to New York?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sacramento to New York.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sacramento to New York?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to New York by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to New York (average of $236). Flying from Sacramento to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $351). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Sacramento to New York

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to New York. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$87Average$182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$91Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$179Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$197Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$219Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$222Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$264Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$332Average$551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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