Sacramento

$117+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) 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 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — SMF
Apr 26 — May 31
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Sacramento Intl are usually found in September or August, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from New York to Sacramento

Cheapest flights from New York to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 27, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/275:50 pm
LGA
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SMF
1 stop9h 15m
Southwest
Sat 5/95:00 am
SMF
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LGA
2 stops14h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/26$290
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/174:58 pm
LGA
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SMF
1 stop8h 24m
United Airlines
Mon 4/2011:59 pm
SMF
-
LGA
1 stop7h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/25$293
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/174:40 pm
JFK
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SMF
1 stop9h 18m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 4/185:38 pm
SMF
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JFK
1 stop9h 51m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/25$293
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/17:25 am
LGA
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SMF
1 stop8h 05m
Southwest
Sat 5/25:30 am
SMF
-
LGA
1 stop10h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/22$294
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/161:25 pm
LGA
-
SMF
1 stop12h 40m
Southwest
Mon 4/209:05 pm
SMF
-
LGA
2 stops14h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/25$295
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Sun 5/246:59 am
JFK
-
SMF
1 stop8h 08m
American Airlines
Tue 5/2610:06 am
SMF
-
JFK
1 stop9h 53m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/24$295
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/158:30 am
LGA
-
SMF
2 stops14h 35m
Southwest
Sun 4/1911:55 pm
SMF
-
LGA
1 stop9h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/23$296
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/116:10 am
LGA
-
SMF
1 stop8h 43m
United Airlines
Wed 4/1511:59 pm
SMF
-
LGA
1 stop9h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/26$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/104:15 pm
JFK
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SMF
1 stop8h 40m
Delta
Wed 4/1512:24 pm
SMF
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JFK
1 stop9h 24m
Delta
Deal found 3/26$297
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/85:50 pm
LGA
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SMF
1 stop9h 15m
Southwest
Mon 5/115:25 am
SMF
-
LGA
2 stops8h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/23$298
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/257:15 am
LGA
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SMF
1 stop13h 50m
Southwest
Fri 5/111:55 pm
SMF
-
LGA
1 stop8h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 3/23$299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 5/127:00 am
JFK
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SMF
1 stop9h 28m
Delta
Mon 5/1810:15 pm
SMF
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JFK
1 stop9h 03m
Delta
Deal found 3/25$299

Find flight deals from New York to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) 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 March 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$290
(Southwest)

One-way from

$117
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$427
Provider with most accurate pricing for New York (NYC)-Sacramento Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for New York (NYC)-Sacramento Intl flights.
From New York (NYC) to Sacramento Intl
One-way flight from New York (NYC) to Sacramento Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($85 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($23 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York 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 March 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

New YorkSacramento

LGA - SMF

LGASMF

New York LaGuardia

Thu 4/16

1:25 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop12h 40m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 4/20

9:05 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops14h 20m

$295

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/14

4:01 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop8h 54m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 4/16

12:24 pm-12:48 am

1 stop9h 24m

$307

New YorkSacramento

LGA - SMF

LGASMF

New York LaGuardia

Fri 5/1

6:00 am-12:30 pm

1 stop9h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 5/8

11:55 pm-10:55 am

1 stop8h 00m

$307

New YorkSacramento

LGA - SMF

LGASMF

New York LaGuardia

Mon 4/13

12:30 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop12h 55m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/14

11:55 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$316

New YorkSacramento

LGA - SMF

LGASMF

New York LaGuardia

Fri 4/24

5:50 pm-12:05 am

1 stop9h 15m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/28

9:05 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops14h 20m

$318

NewarkSacramento

EWR - SMF

EWRSMF

Newark

Sat 5/2

4:31 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop9h 23m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/4

5:04 pm-6:39 am

1 stop10h 35m

$327

NewarkSacramento

EWR - SMF

EWRSMF

Newark

Mon 4/13

4:30 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop9h 28m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/21

5:00 pm-6:00 am

1 stop10h 00m

$342

New YorkSacramento

JFK - SMF

JFKSMF

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/28

7:00 am-2:12 pm

1 stop10h 12m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/29

7:00 am-6:03 am

1 stop20h 03m

$354

New YorkSacramento

LGA - SMF

LGASMF

New York LaGuardia

Mon 4/13

3:50 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop9h 40m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 4/18

11:59 pm-11:18 am

1 stop8h 19m

$358

New YorkSacramento

LGA - SMF

LGASMF

New York LaGuardia

Sat 4/11

7:15 am-3:10 pm

1 stop10h 55m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/15

7:10 am-8:25 pm

2 stops10h 15m

$371

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New York to Sacramento in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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-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-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New York-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York-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-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 New York to Sacramento

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sacramento from New York with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Sacramento

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to Sacramento?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

The best time to book flights from New York to Sacramento is 85 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 New York to Sacramento?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Sacramento (average of $100). Flying from New York to Sacramento in March is currently the most expensive (average of $216). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New York to Sacramento?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from New York to Sacramento?

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

Seattle (SEA) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from New York to Sacramento on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from New York to Sacramento?

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

Las Vegas (LAS) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $296.

What’s the fastest layover option from New York to Sacramento?

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

Flights via Las Vegas (LAS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 8h 34m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from New York to Sacramento?

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

Flights via Las Vegas (LAS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 11m.

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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 March 27, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from New York to Sacramento by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York 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?

    For a flight from New York 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 per day. 6 airlines have flights to Sacramento Intl from New York on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from New York to Sacramento?

    There are many flights that can get you from New York to Sacramento in 8h 54m. Fly via Southwest, Delta, or Alaska Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 2513 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York to Sacramento round-trip?

    Currently priced at $90, Spirit Airlines will fly you from New York to Sacramento and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from JetBlue and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $177 and $225, respectively. Spirit Airlines is 77% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to Sacramento one-way?

    $79 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and American Airlines, with prices starting from $94 and $113, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Sacramento?

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to Sacramento?

    The cheapest flight price from New York to Sacramento is $196. On average you can expect to pay $313. The most popular route, (Newark - Sacramento Intl), can usually be booked for $287.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Sacramento?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York 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 to Sacramento?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Sacramento (average of $100). Flying from New York to Sacramento in March is currently the most expensive (average of $216). 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 6 airlines flying from New York to Sacramento

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 March 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$90Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$177Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$225Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$239Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$256Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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