Sacramento

$127+ 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 5/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — SMF
Mar 14 — Mar 211
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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 14 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

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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 February 12, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/189:30 am
JFK
-
SMF
1 stop16h 28m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 3/258:00 am
SMF
-
JFK
1 stop11h 59m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/10$257
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/207:30 am
JFK
-
SMF
1 stop12h 54m
Frontier
Thu 4/236:18 pm
SMF
-
JFK
1 stop9h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 2/10$266
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 5/52:59 pm
JFK
-
SMF
1 stop11h 30m
American Airlines
Wed 5/67:20 pm
SMF
-
JFK
1 stop8h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/9$267
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 3/178:35 am
JFK
-
SMF
1 stop11h 13m
Delta
Tue 3/248:59 pm
SMF
-
JFK
1 stop8h 31m
Delta
Deal found 2/12$277
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/287:15 am
JFK
-
SMF
1 stop11h 19m
American Airlines
Sat 5/24:34 pm
SMF
-
JFK
1 stop10h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/12$283
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/156:55 pm
JFK
-
SMF
Nonstop6h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/176:18 pm
SMF
-
JFK
1 stop9h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$285
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/177:30 am
JFK
-
SMF
1 stop12h 54m
Frontier
Sun 4/196:18 pm
SMF
-
JFK
1 stop9h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 2/9$286
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
Fri 5/111:29 am
JFK
-
SMF
1 stop11h 46m
Delta
Tue 5/55:25 pm
SMF
-
JFK
1 stop10h 28m
Delta
Deal found 2/12$290
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Wed 3/43:15 pm
JFK
-
SMF
1 stop10h 16m
Delta
Sun 3/811:07 pm
SMF
-
JFK
1 stop6h 53m
Delta
Deal found 2/11$295
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/157:00 am
JFK
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SMF
1 stop10h 04m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 9/155:40 pm
SMF
-
JFK
1 stop9h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/11$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/171:30 pm
JFK
-
SMF
1 stop8h 43m
Delta
Mon 3/2311:07 pm
SMF
-
JFK
1 stop9h 43m
Delta
Deal found 2/10$300

Find 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 February 12, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$257
(Expedia)

One-way from

$127
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$391
Provider with most accurate pricing for New York John F Kennedy Intl-Sacramento Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for New York John F Kennedy Intl-Sacramento Intl flights.
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. 11% potential increase in price ($48 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($20 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Sacramento that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 12, 2026.
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

Wed 3/4

4:40 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop8h 51m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/10

11:07 pm-9:00 am

1 stop6h 53m

$277

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 5/15

6:55 pm-10:23 pm

Nonstop6h 28m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/17

6:18 pm-6:30 am

1 stop9h 12m

$285

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/17

9:55 am-4:48 pm

1 stop9h 53m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/24

8:59 pm-8:30 am

1 stop8h 31m

$287

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 5/1

7:30 am-5:24 pm

1 stop12h 54m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/3

6:18 pm-6:30 am

1 stop9h 12m

$290

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 5/1

11:29 am-8:15 pm

1 stop11h 46m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/5

5:25 pm-6:53 am

1 stop10h 28m

$290

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 3/5

4:25 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop10h 31m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/10

6:00 am-7:10 pm

1 stop10h 10m

$303

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 3/13

4:25 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop10h 31m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/16

7:40 pm-6:23 am

1 stop7h 43m

$303

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 4/30

4:29 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop10h 27m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/4

5:04 pm-7:20 am

1 stop11h 16m

$303

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 5/15

6:55 pm-10:23 pm

Nonstop6h 28m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/19

11:39 pm-8:00 am

Nonstop5h 21m

$307

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/16

6:55 pm-10:23 pm

Nonstop6h 28m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/19

11:39 pm-8:00 am

Nonstop5h 21m

$307

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Sacramento in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Sacramento 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Sacramento flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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Cheapflights Insights

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 February 6, 2026.

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 14 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 $113). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sacramento in November is currently the most expensive (average of $217). 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.

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 February 12, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, American Airlines, and JetBlue 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.

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

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 0 inbound flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl per day. 3 airlines have flights to Sacramento Intl from New York John F Kennedy Intl on a regular basis.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sacramento in 8h 51m. Fly via Delta or Frontier to get the fastest option. The distance from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sacramento is about 2513 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 $189. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $252 and $258, respectively. These flights start at 49% 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 Frontier ($79), Alaska Airlines ($128), and American Airlines ($128).

  • 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 $283, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $158. 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 $113). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Sacramento in November is currently the most expensive (average of $217). 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 3 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Sacramento

Discover the top 3 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 February 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$189Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$252Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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