John F Kennedy Intl

$129+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK)

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 4/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — JFK
Feb 24 — Mar 31
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to New York John F Kennedy Intl are usually found in July or September, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to John F Kennedy Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to John F Kennedy Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 25, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 2/2811:16 am
SMF
-
JFK
1 stop7h 59m
Delta
Tue 3/104:15 pm
JFK
-
SMF
1 stop8h 40m
Delta
Deal found 1/24$257
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 5/46:18 pm
SMF
-
JFK
1 stop9h 12m
Frontier
Mon 5/117:30 am
JFK
-
SMF
1 stop12h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 1/23$259
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Thu 4/166:18 pm
SMF
-
JFK
1 stop9h 12m
Frontier
Mon 4/207:30 am
JFK
-
SMF
1 stop12h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 1/25$262
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Fri 4/246:18 pm
SMF
-
JFK
1 stop9h 12m
Frontier
Fri 5/17:30 am
JFK
-
SMF
1 stop12h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 1/24$270
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/37:40 pm
SMF
-
JFK
1 stop17h 20m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 3/144:00 pm
JFK
-
SMF
1 stop10h 43m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/24$280
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1811:39 pm
SMF
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 21m
JetBlue
Sun 5/246:55 pm
JFK
-
SMF
Nonstop6h 28m
JetBlue
Deal found 1/23$281
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/276:00 am
SMF
-
JFK
1 stop10h 10m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 3/44:25 pm
JFK
-
SMF
1 stop10h 18m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/23$283
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Sun 3/110:20 pm
SMF
-
JFK
1 stop8h 40m
Delta
Tue 3/104:15 pm
JFK
-
SMF
1 stop8h 40m
Delta
Deal found 1/24$285
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 3/1411:50 pm
SMF
-
JFK
1 stop8h 25m
American Airlines
Wed 3/258:59 am
JFK
-
SMF
1 stop8h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/24$295
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/1511:39 pm
SMF
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 21m
JetBlue
Wed 5/206:55 pm
JFK
-
SMF
Nonstop6h 28m
JetBlue
Deal found 1/23$297
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/17:40 pm
SMF
-
JFK
1 stop17h 20m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 3/144:00 pm
JFK
-
SMF
1 stop10h 43m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/24$300

Find flight deals from Sacramento to John F Kennedy Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to John F Kennedy Intl (JFK). 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 January 25, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$257
(Delta)

One-way from

$129
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$372
Provider with most accurate pricing for Sacramento Intl-New York John F Kennedy Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Sacramento Intl-New York John F Kennedy Intl flights.
From Sacramento Intl to New York John F Kennedy Intl
One-way flight from Sacramento Intl to New York John F Kennedy Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($48 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport that are best for you.

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SacramentoNew York

SMF - JFK

SMFJFK

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/28

11:16 am-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 59m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/10

4:15 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$257

SacramentoNew York

SMF - JFK

SMFJFK

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/1

11:07 pm-9:00 am

1 stop6h 53m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/7

7:29 am-4:29 pm

1 stop12h 00m

$257

SacramentoNew York

SMF - JFK

SMFJFK

Sacramento Intl

Sat 2/28

11:16 am-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 59m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 3/11

4:50 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$257

SacramentoNew York

SMF - JFK

SMFJFK

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/17

7:04 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop17h 21m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 2/21

5:00 pm-12:23 pm

1 stop22h 23m

$283

SacramentoNew York

SMF - JFK

SMFJFK

Sacramento Intl

Fri 2/27

6:00 am-7:10 pm

1 stop10h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/10

4:25 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop10h 18m

$285

SacramentoNew York

SMF - JFK

SMFJFK

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/4

6:00 am-7:10 pm

1 stop10h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 3/14

4:00 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop10h 43m

$285

SacramentoNew York

SMF - JFK

SMFJFK

Sacramento Intl

Sun 3/1

10:20 pm-10:00 am

1 stop8h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/10

4:15 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$285

SacramentoNew York

SMF - JFK

SMFJFK

Sacramento Intl

Sun 3/1

10:20 pm-10:00 am

1 stop8h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 3/4

3:15 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop10h 16m

$285

SacramentoNew York

SMF - JFK

SMFJFK

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/2

10:20 pm-10:00 am

1 stop8h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 3/11

4:50 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$285

SacramentoNew York

SMF - JFK

SMFJFK

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/2

6:25 pm-6:09 am

1 stop8h 44m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/10

4:15 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$285

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to John F Kennedy Intl in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice 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 Sacramento-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sacramento to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Sacramento to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 86 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $119). Flying from Sacramento to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $215). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Sacramento to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing John F Kennedy Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 John F Kennedy Intl. Reviews last updated January 25, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines from Sacramento to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sacramento to New York John F Kennedy Intl?

    For a flight from Sacramento to New York John F Kennedy Intl, 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 John F Kennedy Intl per day. 6 airlines have flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl from Sacramento Intl on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Airlines like Delta and Alaska Airlines fly from Sacramento to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in about 7h 59m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 22m. There are 2513 mi between Sacramento and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport round-trip?

    Frontier, at $87, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sacramento to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Hawaiian Airlines and Delta. Frontier is currently priced 77% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sacramento to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $62. American Airlines flights start at $128 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $134 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $297. While the most popular route (Sacramento Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl) can be booked for $255 on average, our data indicates $356 when flying from Sacramento to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to John F Kennedy Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sacramento to John F Kennedy Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to John F Kennedy Intl?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sacramento to John F Kennedy Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to John F Kennedy Intl 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 John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $119). Flying from Sacramento to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $215). 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 6 airlines flying from Sacramento to John F Kennedy Intl

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 January 25, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$87Average$180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$138Average$198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$138Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$229Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$235Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$312Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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