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$104+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to Sacramento (SMF)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — SMF
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) to Sacramento (SMF). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$247
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One-way from

$104
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$400
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Cheapest flights from New York to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1312:03 pmEWR - SMF
1 stop9h 39mSpirit Airlines
Fri 5/162:40 pmSMF - EWR
1 stop12h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/31$247
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/35:55 amLGA - SMF
2 stops15h 34mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/102:40 pmSMF - LGA
2 stops18h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/31$254
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 5/37:15 amLGA - SMF
1 stop9h 35mSouthwest
Sat 5/106:35 amSMF - LGA
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 3/31$257
This JetBlue Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Sat 5/176:30 pmJFK - SMF
Nonstop6h 29mJetBlue
Sat 5/2411:14 pmSMF - JFK
Nonstop5h 24mJetBlue
Deal found 3/30$257
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Wed 8/136:25 amLGA - SMF
2 stops9h 34mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/205:25 amSMF - LGA
2 stops8h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$267
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Wed 4/305:59 amEWR - SMF
1 stop10h 29mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/711:55 pmSMF - EWR
Nonstop5h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$267
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Mon 4/286:59 amJFK - SMF
1 stop14h 55mFrontier
Mon 5/51:18 pmSMF - JFK
1 stop13h 12mFrontier
Deal found 3/31$268
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/44:30 pmJFK - SMF
1 stop9h 01mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 10/78:05 pmSMF - JFK
1 stop8h 05mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/31$276
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 5/134:03 pmLGA - SMF
1 stop11h 27mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/1911:59 pmSMF - LGA
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$277
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 5/34:30 pmEWR - SMF
1 stop9h 17mDelta
Sat 5/101:40 pmSMF - EWR
1 stop7h 30mDelta
Deal found 3/31$277
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 5/34:15 pmJFK - SMF
1 stop9h 32mDelta
Sat 5/1012:25 pmSMF - JFK
1 stop9h 10mDelta
Deal found 3/31$277
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 7/297:00 amJFK - SMF
1 stop8h 04mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/512:54 pmSMF - JFK
1 stop7h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$279

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from New York to Sacramento that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Sacramento that are best for you.

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NewarkSacramento

EWR - SMF

EWRSMF

Newark

Tue 5/13

12:03 pm-6:42 pm

1 stop9h 39m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 5/16

2:40 pm-5:42 am

1 stop12h 02m

$247

New YorkSacramento

LGA - SMF

LGASMF

New York LaGuardia

Sat 5/3

5:55 am-6:29 pm

2 stops15h 34m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/10

2:40 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops18h 20m

$254

New YorkSacramento

LGA - SMF

LGASMF

New York LaGuardia

Sat 5/3

7:15 am-1:50 pm

1 stop9h 35m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/10

6:35 am-4:25 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$257

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/17

6:30 pm-9:59 pm

Nonstop6h 29m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/24

11:14 pm-7:38 am

Nonstop5h 24m

$257

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/5

6:59 am-12:28 pm

1 stop8h 29m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/6

6:49 pm-7:00 am

1 stop9h 11m

$262

NewarkSacramento

EWR - SMF

EWRSMF

Newark

Wed 4/30

5:59 am-1:28 pm

1 stop10h 29m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/7

11:55 pm-8:09 am

Nonstop5h 14m

$267

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/28

6:59 am-6:54 pm

1 stop14h 55m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/1

1:18 pm-5:30 am

1 stop13h 12m

$268

New YorkSacramento

LGA - SMF

LGASMF

New York LaGuardia

Tue 5/13

4:03 pm-12:30 am

1 stop11h 27m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/19

11:59 pm-10:30 am

1 stop7h 31m

$277

NewarkSacramento

EWR - SMF

EWRSMF

Newark

Sat 5/3

4:30 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop9h 17m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/10

1:40 pm-12:10 am

1 stop7h 30m

$277

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/3

4:15 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop9h 32m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/10

11:25 am-12:35 am

1 stop10h 10m

$277

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Compare providers for flights from New York to Sacramento

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 New York to Sacramento in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 New York-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on New York-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New York-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York-Sacramento 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 New York-Sacramento 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 New York to Sacramento

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025.

The best time to book flights from New York to Sacramento is 70 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from New York to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $435). 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 NYC to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to Sacramento. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

When flying from New York to Sacramento, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 35% versus a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Rainfall in Sacramento by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sacramento ranges from 0.0 - 3.6 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Sacramento when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Sacramento by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sacramento, 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 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sacramento

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sacramento. 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 Sacramento. Reviews last updated March 31, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from New York to Sacramento. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,342 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to Sacramento. 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 into for flights to Sacramento from New York?

    For a flight from New York to Sacramento, you will be flying into 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 inbound flights from New York per day. 7 airlines have flights to Sacramento Intl from New York on a regular basis.

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

    Currently priced at $247, Spirit Airlines will fly you from New York to Sacramento and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from JetBlue and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $257 and $262, respectively. Spirit Airlines is 35% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    $104 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $138 and $139, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from New York to Sacramento is Newark - Sacramento Intl. You may also consider New York John F Kennedy Intl - Sacramento Intl or New York LaGuardia - Sacramento Intl.

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

    The cheapest flight price from New York to Sacramento is $123. On average you can expect to pay $310. The most popular route, (Newark - Sacramento Intl), can usually be booked for $208.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to Sacramento 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 New York to Sacramento?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from New York to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $435). 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 7 airlines flying from New York to Sacramento

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from New York to Sacramento. 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 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$150Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$203Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$226Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$231Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$471Average$602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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