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$59+ Cheap flights from Newark (EWR) to Sacramento (SMF)

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EWR — SMF
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Newark to Sacramento Intl are usually found in November or September, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Newark to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Newark (EWR) 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

$184
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$59
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$408
From Newark to Sacramento Intl
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Cheapest flights from Newark to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newark to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/256:53 amEWR - SMF
1 stop14h 56mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/301:09 pmSMF - EWR
2 stops16h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$184
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/206:00 amEWR - SMF
1 stop8h 48mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/2711:59 pmSMF - EWR
Nonstop5h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$247
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/249:55 amEWR - SMF
3 stops26h 29mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/810:19 amSMF - EWR
2 stops19h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$253
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.
Sat 9/277:29 pmEWR - SMF
1 stop18h 04mAlaska Airlines
Sat 10/47:56 pmSMF - EWR
1 stop16h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$256
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.
Wed 7/164:59 pmEWR - SMF
1 stop8h 12mDelta
Mon 7/286:59 pmSMF - EWR
1 stop8h 21mDelta
Deal found 6/11$282
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/125:30 pmEWR - SMF
1 stop7h 50mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/167:26 pmSMF - EWR
1 stop7h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$287

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Newark 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Newark Airport to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Newark

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Sacramento

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Price

NewarkSacramento

EWR - SMF

EWRSMF

Newark

Wed 6/25

6:53 am-6:49 pm

1 stop14h 56m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 6/30

1:09 pm-8:59 am

2 stops16h 50m

$184

NewarkSacramento

EWR - SMF

EWRSMF

Newark

Wed 8/20

6:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop8h 48m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/27

11:59 pm-8:13 am

Nonstop5h 14m

$247

NewarkSacramento

EWR - SMF

EWRSMF

Newark

Tue 6/24

9:55 am-9:24 am

3 stops26h 29m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/8

10:19 am-9:17 am

2 stops19h 58m

$253

NewarkSacramento

EWR - SMF

EWRSMF

Newark

Sat 9/27

7:29 pm-10:33 am

1 stop18h 04m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/4

7:56 pm-3:29 pm

1 stop16h 33m

$256

NewarkSacramento

EWR - SMF

EWRSMF

Newark

Wed 7/16

4:59 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop8h 12m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/28

6:59 pm-6:20 am

1 stop8h 21m

$282

NewarkSacramento

EWR - SMF

EWRSMF

Newark

Tue 8/19

1:30 pm-8:39 pm

2 stops10h 09m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/24

11:55 pm-12:36 pm

2 stops9h 41m

$297

NewarkSacramento

EWR - SMF

EWRSMF

Newark

Wed 7/9

7:20 am-6:27 pm

1 stop14h 07m

$69

NewarkSacramento

EWR - SMF

EWRSMF

Newark

Wed 8/20

7:00 pm-10:01 pm

Nonstop6h 01m

$119

NewarkSacramento

EWR - SMF

EWRSMF

Newark

Fri 6/20

6:56 am-12:05 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$139

NewarkSacramento

EWR - SMF

EWRSMF

Newark

Wed 6/18

6:00 am-10:54 am

1 stop7h 54m

$149

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The best insider tips for Newark Airport to Sacramento flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Newark Airport to Sacramento trip
Airports
EWR

Plan for a long wait at EWR security. Arrive at least two hours early as wait times can be unpredictable.

Read more about EWRby Brandon Schultz
SMF

Use SacRT Route 142 for a quick 30-minute express bus to downtown Sacramento from SMF, running hourly until 10:33 pm.

Read more about SMFby Matt Meltzer
Our travel experts
Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on EWR

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Expert on SMF

Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer has been a travel writer for over a decade, covering U.S. domestic locations and hotels for Thrillist, Fifty Grande, Matador Network, Conde Nast Traveler, and other top publications. He's won multiple travel journalism awards from the Society of American Travel Writers and North American Travel Journalists Association, and currently resides in South Florida.

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Best time to book a flight from Newark to Sacramento

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Newark Airport to Sacramento

How far ahead should I book a flight from Newark Airport to Sacramento?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Newark to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Newark Airport to Sacramento is 72 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 Newark Airport to Sacramento?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Newark 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 EWR to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Newark 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.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 31% on flights from Newark Airport to Sacramento by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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 Newark 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 Newark?

    If you book a flight to Sacramento from Newark, you will be flying to Sacramento Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Sacramento Intl (SMF) is located 9.4 mi from the center of Sacramento. There are 0 flights from Newark to Sacramento Intl per day from 4 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Newark Airport to Sacramento flight route?

    The Newark to Sacramento Intl flight path was viewed by 17 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Newark Airport to Sacramento round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Newark Airport to Sacramento round-trip from $184. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $247, and American Airlines, from $259. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 56% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Newark Airport to Sacramento one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Newark Airport to Sacramento are Spirit Airlines ($59), United Airlines ($119), and American Airlines ($139).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Newark Airport to Sacramento?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Newark Airport to Sacramento? While on average our users pay $780, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $168. The most popular route (Newark - Sacramento Intl), is priced around $182.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Newark to Sacramento?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Newark 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 Newark Airport to Sacramento?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Newark 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 Newark to Sacramento

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Newark 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
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$101Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$237Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$271Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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