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$149+ 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 10/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — SMF
Jul 19 — Jul 261
Sat 7/19
Sat 7/26
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 October or January, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday 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 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$257
(JetBlue)

One-way from

$149
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$357
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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 July 14, 2025.

This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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.
Tue 9/167:20 pmJFK - SMF
Nonstop6h 17mJetBlue
Tue 9/3011:52 pmSMF - JFK
Nonstop5h 17mJetBlue
Deal found 7/14$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1911:58 amJFK - SMF
1 stop10h 53mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/278:00 amSMF - JFK
1 stop10h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/13$272
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/257:20 amJFK - SMF
1 stop9h 43mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 11/15:35 pmSMF - JFK
1 stop10h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/13$276
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/196:00 amJFK - SMF
1 stop8h 06mDelta
Wed 9/311:23 amSMF - JFK
1 stop9h 15mDelta
Deal found 7/12$277
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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.
Thu 9/184:40 pmJFK - SMF
1 stop10h 07mAlaska Airlines
Sat 10/47:58 pmSMF - JFK
1 stop8h 22mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/14$296
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/116:59 amJFK - SMF
1 stop13h 47mFrontier
Mon 8/186:41 pmSMF - JFK
1 stop7h 49mFrontier
Deal found 7/12$322

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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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Price

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/16

7:20 pm-10:37 pm

Nonstop6h 17m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/30

11:52 pm-8:09 am

Nonstop5h 17m

$257

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/19

11:58 am-7:51 pm

1 stop10h 53m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/27

8:00 am-9:00 pm

1 stop10h 00m

$272

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 10/25

7:20 am-2:03 pm

1 stop9h 43m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 11/1

5:35 pm-7:00 am

1 stop10h 25m

$276

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/19

6:00 am-11:06 am

1 stop8h 06m

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

Thu 9/18

4:40 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop10h 07m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/4

7:58 pm-7:20 am

1 stop8h 22m

$296

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/11

6:59 am-5:46 pm

1 stop13h 47m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 8/18

6:41 pm-5:30 am

1 stop7h 49m

$322

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 10/3

7:05 am-4:08 pm

1 stop12h 03m

$149

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/7

7:20 pm-10:37 pm

Nonstop6h 17m

$154

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/10

11:30 am-5:38 pm

1 stop9h 08m

$158

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 7/30

6:59 am-6:27 pm

1 stop14h 28m

$162

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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 11, 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 14, 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 14, 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 (4 on average).

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

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 14, 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

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

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

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
7,956 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

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
7.8
Good
2,571 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

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
2,908 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

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

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl 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 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 $257. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $272 and $277, respectively. These flights start at 31% 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 Delta ($149), JetBlue ($154), and Frontier ($168).

  • 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 (67%), Etihad Airways (65%) and JetBlue (65%).

  • 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 $303, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $118. 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 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$203Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$226Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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