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$143+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) 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 8/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — SMF
Aug 3 — Aug 101
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Sacramento Intl are usually found in October or January, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) 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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$248
(lastminute.com)

One-way from

$143
(Expedia)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$380
From New York John F Kennedy Intl to Sacramento Intl
One-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Sacramento Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($52 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Sacramento

Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/66:50 pmJFK - SMF
Nonstop6h 09mJetBlue
Sat 9/1311:59 pmSMF - JFK
Nonstop5h 21mJetBlue
Deal found 7/27$248
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/292:57 pmJFK - SMF
1 stop8h 42mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/1510:02 pmSMF - JFK
1 stop9h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$265
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Tue 8/268:40 amJFK - SMF
1 stop8h 15mDelta
Wed 9/311:23 amSMF - JFK
1 stop9h 15mDelta
Deal found 7/27$277
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/226:59 amJFK - SMF
1 stop13h 42mFrontier
Fri 8/296:26 pmSMF - JFK
1 stop8h 04mFrontier
Deal found 7/29$298
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Mon 11/104:27 pmJFK - SMF
1 stop9h 26mAlaska Airlines
Thu 11/136:50 amSMF - JFK
1 stop9h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29$301
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/124:28 pmJFK - SMF
1 stop10h 22mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 9/167:51 pmSMF - JFK
1 stop8h 15mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/27$321

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

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New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/6

6:50 pm-9:59 pm

Nonstop6h 09m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/13

11:59 pm-8:20 am

Nonstop5h 21m

$248

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 8/29

2:57 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop8h 42m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/15

10:02 pm-10:38 am

1 stop9h 36m

$265

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/26

8:40 am-1:55 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/3

11:23 am-11:38 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$277

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 1/25

4:00 pm-9:48 am

1 stop20h 48m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/31

8:10 am-10:19 pm

1 stop11h 09m

$296

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 8/28

6:59 am-4:47 pm

1 stop12h 48m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 9/5

5:25 pm-5:30 am

1 stop9h 05m

$298

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 9/12

4:28 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop10h 22m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/16

7:51 pm-7:06 am

1 stop8h 15m

$321

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 8/28

6:25 pm-9:53 pm

Nonstop6h 28m

$143

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 11/7

4:51 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop9h 53m

$145

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/12

4:00 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop10h 43m

$148

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 8/13

11:58 am-6:07 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$149

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Best time to book a flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Sacramento

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sacramento may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 62 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sacramento?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 JFK to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl 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 July 29, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sacramento is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 18% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sacramento

Explore weekly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to Sacramento. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

The most flights from JFK to SMF are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sacramento?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sacramento chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

San Diego (SAN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sacramento on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sacramento?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sacramento, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Seattle (SEA) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $251.

What’s the fastest layover option from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sacramento?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sacramento, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via San Diego (SAN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 3h 14m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sacramento?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sacramento, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via San Diego (SAN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 47m.

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 July 29, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Hawaiian Airlines from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sacramento to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

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 into for flights to Sacramento from New York John F Kennedy Intl?

    For a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 4 inbound flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl per day. 4 airlines have flights to Sacramento Intl from New York John F Kennedy Intl on a regular basis.

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

    Flying on JetBlue is currently your cheapest option to Sacramento, with prices starting at $248. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $265 and $277, respectively. These flights start at 34% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sacramento are JetBlue ($143), Hawaiian Airlines ($145), and Alaska Airlines ($148).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sacramento?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sacramento are EL AL (58%), Etihad Airways (55%) and JetBlue (55%).

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

    While on average a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sacramento is generally $278, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $128. When looking at the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Sacramento Intl), you can expect to pay $257 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 4 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Sacramento

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$203Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$226Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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