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$85+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Newark (EWR)

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 9/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — EWR
Aug 18 — Aug 251
Mon 8/18
Mon 8/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Newark are usually found in November or September, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Newark (EWR). 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 August 13, 2025.

Round-trip from

$220
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$85
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$390
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Newark
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Newark. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 13, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/36:30 amSMF - EWR
1 stop7h 24mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/107:00 amEWR - SMF
1 stop17h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/11$220
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/66:30 amSMF - EWR
2 stops28h 21mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/105:15 amEWR - SMF
2 stops19h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/13$222
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/268:25 pmSMF - EWR
2 stops10h 18mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/35:30 amEWR - SMF
2 stops19h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$223
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 10/215:12 pmSMF - EWR
1 stop9h 42mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/286:59 amEWR - SMF
1 stop12h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$229
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/176:30 amSMF - EWR
3 stops24h 28mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/237:00 amEWR - SMF
1 stop17h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/11$233
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/96:30 amSMF - EWR
2 stops24h 28mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/167:59 amEWR - SMF
3 stops27h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$237
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Wed 10/85:12 pmSMF - EWR
1 stop9h 42mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/186:59 amEWR - SMF
1 stop12h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/11$239
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Tue 8/268:25 pmSMF - EWR
2 stops10h 48mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/25:59 pmEWR - SMF
1 stop23h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11$240

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

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SacramentoNewark

SMF - EWR

SMFEWR

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/8

5:12 pm-6:20 am

1 stop10h 08m

Newark

Sat 10/18

6:59 am-4:15 pm

1 stop12h 16m

$239

SacramentoNewark

SMF - EWR

SMFEWR

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/9

11:59 pm-8:13 am

Nonstop5h 14m

Newark

Tue 9/16

7:05 pm-10:06 pm

Nonstop6h 01m

$247

SacramentoNewark

SMF - EWR

SMFEWR

Sacramento Intl

Thu 9/18

11:59 pm-8:13 am

Nonstop5h 14m

Newark

Mon 9/22

7:05 pm-10:06 pm

Nonstop6h 01m

$247

SacramentoNewark

SMF - EWR

SMFEWR

Sacramento Intl

Wed 11/12

11:06 pm-7:12 am

Nonstop5h 06m

Newark

Mon 11/17

6:40 pm-10:04 pm

Nonstop6h 24m

$247

SacramentoNewark

SMF - EWR

SMFEWR

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/26

11:59 pm-8:13 am

Nonstop5h 14m

Newark

Wed 9/3

7:05 pm-10:06 pm

Nonstop6h 01m

$247

SacramentoNewark

SMF - EWR

SMFEWR

Sacramento Intl

Thu 9/4

11:59 pm-8:13 am

Nonstop5h 14m

Newark

Mon 9/8

7:05 pm-10:06 pm

Nonstop6h 01m

$247

SacramentoNewark

SMF - EWR

SMFEWR

Sacramento Intl

Thu 9/18

11:59 pm-8:13 am

Nonstop5h 14m

Newark

Sun 9/21

7:05 pm-10:06 pm

Nonstop6h 01m

$247

SacramentoNewark

SMF - EWR

SMFEWR

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/7

11:35 pm-7:47 am

Nonstop5h 12m

Newark

Wed 10/15

7:30 pm-10:32 pm

Nonstop6h 02m

$247

SacramentoNewark

SMF - EWR

SMFEWR

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/17

11:59 pm-8:13 am

Nonstop5h 14m

Newark

Tue 9/23

7:05 pm-10:06 pm

Nonstop6h 01m

$247

SacramentoNewark

SMF - EWR

SMFEWR

Sacramento Intl

Fri 10/17

11:35 pm-7:47 am

Nonstop5h 12m

Newark

Fri 10/24

7:30 pm-10:32 pm

Nonstop6h 02m

$247

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The best insider tips for Sacramento to Newark Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Sacramento to Newark Airport trip
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SMF

Security lines at SMF can be hectic on weekday mornings. Arrive early, especially on Mondays, to avoid long waits.

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Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer has been a travel writer for over a decade, covering U.S. domestic locations and hotels for Thrillist, Fifty Grande, Matador Network, Conde Nast Traveler, and other top publications. He's won multiple travel journalism awards from the Society of American Travel Writers and North American Travel Journalists Association, and currently resides in South Florida.

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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Newark

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to Newark Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sacramento to Newark Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Newark. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Sacramento to Newark Airport is 65 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 Sacramento to Newark Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Newark Airport (average of $228). Flying from Sacramento to Newark Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $301). 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 EWR?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Newark. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 13, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 29% on flights from Sacramento to Newark Airport by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing Newark

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Newark. 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 Newark. Reviews last updated August 13, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines from Sacramento to Newark Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,920 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,048 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sacramento to Newark?

    Located just 9.4 mi from the city center, Sacramento Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Newark from Sacramento. Booking flights from Sacramento Intl (SMF) to Newark should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Newark from 5 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Sacramento to Newark Airport flight route?

    Within the past month, 28 users have taken a look at flights from Sacramento Intl to Newark.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Sacramento to Newark Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($220), offers the cheapest pricing from Sacramento to Newark Airport. You may be able to fly from Sacramento to Newark Airport for 47% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Newark Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Sacramento to Newark Airport? While on average our users pay $863, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $143. The most popular route (Sacramento Intl - Newark), is priced around $236.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to Newark?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to Newark 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 Newark Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Newark Airport (average of $228). Flying from Sacramento to Newark Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $301). 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 5 airlines flying from Sacramento to Newark

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Newark. 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 August 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$121Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$179Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$307Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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