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$144+ 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 8/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — SMF
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Sacramento Intl are usually found in January or October, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$266
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$144
(JetBlue)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$475
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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 June 12, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/44:00 pmJFK - SMF
1 stop21h 48mAlaska Airlines
Tue 7/86:00 amSMF - JFK
1 stop21h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$266
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/116:25 pmJFK - SMF
Nonstop6h 28mJetBlue
Fri 7/1811:08 pmSMF - JFK
Nonstop5h 21mJetBlue
Deal found 6/12$267
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/42:55 pmJFK - SMF
1 stop9h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/1211:55 pmSMF - JFK
1 stop8h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$268
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/48:05 amJFK - SMF
1 stop11h 24mDelta
Wed 11/126:30 amSMF - JFK
1 stop10h 24mDelta
Deal found 6/11$277
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/106:59 amJFK - SMF
1 stop12h 12mFrontier
Thu 8/143:44 pmSMF - JFK
1 stop10h 46mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$324
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/46:59 amJFK - SMF
1 stop13h 47mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/127:38 pmSMF - JFK
1 stop7h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$394

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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

Fri 7/4

4:00 pm-10:48 am

1 stop21h 48m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/8

6:00 am-6:29 am

1 stop21h 29m

$266

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 7/11

6:25 pm-9:53 pm

Nonstop6h 28m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 7/18

11:08 pm-7:29 am

Nonstop5h 21m

$267

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 7/4

2:55 pm-9:09 pm

1 stop9h 14m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 7/12

11:55 pm-11:51 am

1 stop8h 56m

$268

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 7/15

8:35 am-1:51 pm

1 stop8h 16m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/23

1:15 pm-12:23 am

1 stop8h 08m

$308

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 7/10

6:59 am-4:11 pm

1 stop12h 12m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 8/14

3:44 pm-5:30 am

1 stop10h 46m

$324

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/4

6:59 am-5:46 pm

1 stop13h 47m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/12

7:38 pm-6:29 am

1 stop7h 51m

$394

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/11

6:25 pm-9:53 pm

Nonstop6h 28m

$144

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 8/22

12:47 pm-6:34 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$145

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 6/30

6:59 am-6:49 pm

1 stop14h 50m

$148

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 7/15

8:35 am-1:51 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$170

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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 June 9, 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 $401). 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 June 12, 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 June 12, 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).

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 June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta and Hawaiian Airlines from New York to Sacramento by reading reviews from past customers. 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

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

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

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

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
7,946 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,925 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

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

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

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 Alaska Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Sacramento, with prices starting at $266. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by JetBlue and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $267 and $268, respectively. These flights start at 29% 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 ($144), American Airlines ($145), and Delta ($170).

  • 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 Etihad Airways (78%), JetBlue (78%) and Singapore Airlines (78%).

  • 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 $269, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $148. When looking at the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Sacramento Intl), you can expect to pay $237 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 $401). 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$203Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$226Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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