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Essential information to help you plan your flight from New York City to Sacramento.
Cheapest Flight Round-trip
$312
Lowest round-trip price available on Priceline for this route right now.
This fare recently dropped from $356.
1 stop · economyCheapest Flight One-way
$241
Lowest one-way price found on Priceline for this route in the last 16 days. Found 11 days ago.
The typical one-way fare on this route is $301.
Outbound · Nov 1
7:29 amJFKNew York John F Kennedy Airport
12:54 pmSMFSacramento International Airport
8h 25m · 1 stop via Chicago (ORD)
Cheapest Nonstop
$535
Cheapest nonstop found on Priceline for this route in the last 16 days. Found 8 days ago.
$223 more than the cheapest round-trip.
Outbound · Nov 10
6:30 pmEWRNewark Liberty Airport
9:55 pmSMFSacramento International Airport
6h 25m · Nonstop
Return · Nov 17
11:00 pmSMFSacramento International Airport
7:12 amEWRNewark Liberty Airport
5h 12m · Nonstop
Good deal price
$381
A round-trip at or under $381 is a good deal on this route right now.
75% of the fares we found on this route cost more; only a quarter cost less.
Timing Your Trip
The best day, time of day, season and booking window for this route.
Best day to fly
Wednesdays
Wednesday departures average $462 on this route, the lowest of any weekday.
$35 less than the average weekday, which is $497.
Best time to fly
Mornings
Morning departures average $476 on this route, the lowest of any time of day.
$41 less than the average departure, which is $517.
Low season
February
Fares average $353 in February, the cheapest month to fly this route, bottoming out near $342 in late January.
$46 below the yearly average of $399.
When to book
5 weeks ahead
Fares on this route are lowest when booked about 5 weeks before departure.
Booking then averages $358, versus $421 in the final days before the flight.
Price Drop Deals
Priceline is always monitoring flight prices on this route. When we spot an offer on a specific flight that’s significantly lower than what that flight usually sells for, we call it out here as a price drop.
JFKSMF
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Depart Dec 3 · Return Dec 7
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Depart Nov 21 · Return Nov 26
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$406now only$316Round-trip
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Depart Oct 31 · Return Nov 3
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$406now only$332Round-trip
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Depart Nov 1 · Return Nov 4
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$406now only$332Round-trip
LGASMF
17% Price DropAmerican Airlines
Depart Oct 29 · Return Nov 1
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$406now only$339Round-trip
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17% Price DropUnited Airlines
Depart Dec 10 · Return Dec 14
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$486now only$405Round-trip
EWRSMF
18% Price DropUnited Airlines
Depart Dec 11 · Return Dec 14
3-night trip · economy
$496now only$405Round-trip
EWRSMF
16% Price DropAlaska Airlines
Depart Oct 29 · Return Nov 1
3-night trip · economy
$493now only$413Round-trip
EWRSMF
14% Price DropUnited Airlines
Depart Nov 11 · Return Nov 15
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$484now only$415Round-trip
EWRSMF
15% Price DropUnited Airlines
Depart Dec 3 · Return Dec 6
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$486now only$415Round-trip
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Delta Air Lines
Depart Jan 6 · Return Jan 10
4-night trip · economy
$496now only$428Round-trip
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$334Round-trip
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economy
$209One-way
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Southwest Airlinesfound Oct 1411/18/26
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SMFSacramento International Airport
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11/25/26
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11/26/26
3:30 pm
JFKNew York John F Kennedy Airport
$417
Southwest Airlinesfound Oct 1411/18/26
11:30 am
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11/18/26
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11/25/26
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$290Best Sacramento Hotel + Flight Packages
New York City - Sacramento packages
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Sacramento, 300 J Street
8.11,211 Reviews3-Star Hotel
17% Package Savings
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7640 Reviews2.5-Star Hotel
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SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Sacramento Cal Expo
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Rental car included
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Rental car included
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Rental car included
Pick-up in SAC
4% Package Savings
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When is the cheapest time to fly?
Cheapest in late January at about $342
Fares from New York City to Sacramento are lowest in late January, around $342, and February is the cheapest month overall, averaging $353. They peak in late December at about $498, $156 more than the low. The yearly average is $399.
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| Month | Average fare | Early month | Late month |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $359 | $377 | $342 |
| February | $353 | $352 | $354 |
| March | $396 | $378 | $413 |
| April | $397 | $414 | $379 |
| May | $411 | $392 | $428 |
| June | $433 | $429 | $437 |
| July | $422 | $418 | $425 |
| August | $413 | $433 | $394 |
| September | $369 | $365 | $373 |
| October | $381 | $392 | $371 |
| November | $393 | $374 | $413 |
| December | $460 | $419 | $498 |
How far in advance should I book?
Cheapest about 5 weeks out at $358
Book about 5 weeks before departure for the best fares from New York City to Sacramento, around $358. Booking in the final days before the flight costs about $421, $63 more. Booking six months ahead runs about $500.
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| Days before departure | Average fare |
|---|---|
| 180 days | $500 |
| 172 days | $505 |
| 170 days | $506 |
| 164 days | $505 |
| 156 days | $493 |
| 148 days | $474 |
| 140 days | $460 |
| 132 days | $455 |
| 124 days | $448 |
| 116 days | $435 |
| 108 days | $429 |
| 100 days | $427 |
| 92 days | $419 |
| 84 days | $411 |
| 76 days | $408 |
| 68 days | $402 |
| 2mo | $387 |
| 52 days | $369 |
| 44 days | $360 |
| 36 days | $359 |
| 35 days | $358 |
| 28 days | $358 |
| 20 days | $369 |
| 12 days | $392 |
| 4 days | $413 |
| 0 days | $421 |
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York City to Sacramento. At $462 it is 7% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day, 16% above average.
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| Day | Average fare |
|---|---|
| Sun | $576 |
| Mon | $547 |
| Tue | $464 |
| Wed | $462 |
| Thu | $462 |
| Fri | $477 |
| Sat | $491 |
When is the best time of day to fly?
Morning (5am - 12pm) is the cheapest time of day to fly from New York City to Sacramento. At $476 it is 8% cheaper than the average time. Midday (12pm - 2pm) is the most expensive time, 6% above average.
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| Time of day | Average fare |
|---|---|
| Morning | $476 |
| Midday | $546 |
| Afternoon | $509 |
| Evening | $536 |
What do round-trip flights from New York City to Sacramento cost?
Share of fares in each price range, adjusted to current prices.
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| Price range | Share of fares |
|---|---|
| $150 to $300 | 7% |
| $300 to $450 | 46% |
| $450 to $600 | 19% |
| $600 to $750 | 16% |
| $750 to $900 | 6% |
| $900 to $1,050 | 3% |
| $1,050 and up | 2% |
Methodology: learn how we calculate these charts
The charts “When is the cheapest time to fly?”, “How far in advance should I book?”, “What's the cheapest day of the week to fly?” and “What do round-trip flights from New York City to Sacramento cost?” are built from the prices Priceline customers actually paid for flights on this route over the past 12 months or more.
Where a route has too few bookings to fill every point in a chart, we borrow the shape of the curve from a group of routes with similar price behavior and fit it to the fares booked on this route.
Because past fares don’t reflect today’s market, we then adjust the historical prices for current conditions such as inflation and fuel costs, using the round-trip fares found in recent searches on this route.
The chart “When is the best time of day to fly?” is calculated directly from the fares found in recent searches, not from historical bookings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about flying from New York City to Sacramento.
What is the typical flight duration from New York City to Sacramento?
Flights from New York City to Sacramento cover about 2,515 miles. The typical nonstop flight takes 6 hours 2 minutes eastbound, while the return trip to New York is 5 hours 21 minutes — the outbound leg is longer by 41 minutes due to prevailing winds.
Methodology
Flight times and distances come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.
Are there any direct flights from New York City to Sacramento?
Yes, there are direct non-stop flights from New York City to Sacramento, currently flown by JetBlue out of JFK and United out of Newark, both operating daily. Each carrier runs one non-stop flight per day, so there are 14 non-stop departures a week, with service every day of the week. JetBlue departs around 6:30 PM and United around 6:19 PM.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.
What are the ground transportation options in Sacramento?
Sacramento International Airport sits about 10–15 minutes northwest of downtown, with ride-share apps like Uber and Lyft offering the fastest and most-used option from the terminal to the city center. Taxis run on a fixed structure, with a $40 outbound fare to downtown and a combined $70 round-trip voucher, while the Yolobus 42A/42B provides a cheap public transit link in roughly 40 minutes. Rental cars are on-site at the airport rental facility, and hotel shuttles plus private car services round out the roster. The ride-share lanes are the go-to for most travelers, and taxis are the most convenient traditional option if you want a flat rate.
When is the cheapest time to fly from New York City to Sacramento?
Fares from New York City to Sacramento are lowest in late January, around $342. February is the cheapest month overall, averaging $353, followed by January ($359) and September ($369). December is the most expensive month at about $460, and fares peak in late December at about $498. The yearly average is $399. Fares are adjusted to current market conditions.
Methodology
Seasonal fares come from Priceline's own air booking-summary archive, analysed in-house and refreshed monthly. For each day of the year we take a representative round-trip fare, a blend of the 25th-percentile and average ticket price over the route's bookings, and smooth the series into a seasonal curve; the half-month low and high and the monthly figures quoted here are averages of that curve. Thin and international routes borrow their seasonal shape from the nearest busy routes, with the price level anchored to the route's own bookings.
How far in advance should I book tickets from New York City to Sacramento?
Book about 5 weeks before departure for the best fares from New York City to Sacramento, around $358. Booking in the final days before the flight costs about $421, $63 more. Booking six months ahead runs about $500. Fares are adjusted to current market conditions.
Methodology
Booking-window guidance comes from the same monthly in-house analysis of Priceline's own air booking-summary archive. We aggregate the route's bookings by how many days before departure they were made, from about 180 days out to the day of travel, smooth the curve, and highlight the stretch of lead times with the lowest average fare. Thin and international routes borrow the curve shape from the nearest busy routes, anchored to the route's own price level. It reflects current fares and is refreshed monthly.
Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from New York City to Sacramento?
There is no nonstop red-eye from New York City to Sacramento, but a connecting overnight option exists: Southwest flies from Midway (MDW) to Sacramento, departing at 22:30 and arriving at 01:05 — landing just after midnight in the early hours — with a 3h15m layover at Midway on the outbound leg from New York.
Methodology
Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times and block times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes. A flight counts as a red-eye when it departs in the afternoon or evening (3 p.m. or later local time) or in the early hours before 4 a.m., and is in the air at some point between midnight and 4 a.m. local time at both its departure airport and its arrival airport. An evening flight that lands before midnight at its destination is never counted, nor is a morning departure or a daytime long-haul that reaches the next calendar date only because of time zones. Each red-eye is labelled with its timing (for example, overnight and landing the next morning, or late-night and landing after midnight). For connecting itineraries the same rule is applied to the longer leg, from one representative day's flight search.
Which airlines usually operate this route from New York City to Sacramento?
JetBlue and United are the two airlines currently scheduled non-stop from New York City to Sacramento, each operating one daily flight — JetBlue from JFK departing at 6:30 PM and United from Newark departing at 6:19 PM. Both carriers fly the route seven days a week. United is a Star Alliance member, while JetBlue is not part of any alliance.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.
How reliable are on‑time arrivals on this route from New York City to Sacramento?
United Airlines is the most reliable carrier on this route, with 67.8% of flights arriving on time and a 1.4% cancellation rate. JetBlue follows with a 58.8% on-time arrival rate and a 1.1% cancellation rate.
Methodology
On-time arrival and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; a flight counts as on time when it arrives within 15 minutes of schedule. Carriers are ranked by arrival on-time rate on this route, and the carrier list itself comes from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI).
Which airport should I use in Sacramento?
Sacramento International Airport is the only commercial airport serving the city. It is about 10 miles northwest of downtown, with flights primarily on Southwest, United, American, Delta and Alaska.
How do I get to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport from the city center?
From Midtown Manhattan, the AirTrain JFK connecting from the subway or Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica or Howard Beach is the most popular public transit option, while shared shuttle vans and ride-share services offer door-to-door convenience at a moderate cost. Yellow taxis provide a flat rate to Manhattan, making them a predictable if more expensive choice, and driving yourself means paying for long-term parking at the airport. Ride-share and taxis are typically the fastest, though public transit is the most economical.
Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Sacramento airport?
Sacramento International Airport has several hotels within a short drive, including the Four Points by Sheraton Sacramento International Airport 3.8 miles away, Hyatt Place Sacramento International Airport and Hyatt House Sacramento Airport – Natomas both 3.9 miles away, and the Hampton Inn & Suites Sacramento Airport – Natomas 4.2 miles away. Several of these hotels offer airport shuttle service, and the airport itself has no dedicated sleeping areas or rest zones, with passengers restricted to landside areas overnight after security closes. Comfortable couches and armrest-free benches are available in some landside areas for those staying in the terminal.
References
- Park Stay and Fly Sacramento | SMF Airport Parking | Sacramento Airport hotels - Stay Park Travel
- hotels near SMF - Google Maps
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What facilities and services are available to travelers at Sacramento International Airport?
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) offers free WiFi throughout both terminals and internet kiosks, with four Bank of America ATMs located throughout the airport (non-Bank of America customers pay $3.00 per ATM transaction). Smarte Carte luggage carts are available for rent at $5.00 per cart in the parking garage, near terminal entrance doors, and in the baggage claim areas, with cash, credit, and debit cards accepted. The airport has a variety of dining and shopping options, including a new restaurant and cafe opening in Spring 2026 in the pre-security area of Terminal B, featuring a full bar, sit-down dining, grab-and-go options, and a separate coffee shop. Public art installations include "Flying Gardens" by Dennis Oppenheim outside the parking garage and "Flying Carpet" by Seyed Alavi in the connecting walkway. Terminal B provides wheelchair assistance, family restrooms, and baby care rooms.
References
- Services
- SMF Announces New Pre-Security Restaurant in Terminal B Operated by Local Owners of Rio Pub
- Passenger Services
- Sacramento International (SMF) (KSMF) passenger reviews | Flightradar24
- Sacramento International Airport
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Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the New York City and Sacramento airports?
At John F. Kennedy International Airport, travelers with disabilities or hidden conditions like autism or PTSD can request a free Hidden Disabilities Sunflower lanyard from pre-security Welcome Centers, and wheelchair assistance or guided support is arranged by contacting your airline or submitting a TSA Cares form at least 72 hours before the flight. Accessible restrooms and service animal relief areas are available in every terminal. At Sacramento International Airport, the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program offers lanyards and pins from Airport Ambassadors at information desks in each baggage claim, and passengers can request wheelchair assistance through their airline before the trip. Both airports recommend coordinating mobility assistance directly with your airline in advance.
References
- Accessibility Services - JFK Airport
- 1↦844↣523 ↣8011 How to Get Wheelchair Assistance at JFK Airport JFK? – @stealthilytranquilcauldron in kkjjhj on Tumblr
- Program at JFK Airport assists travelers with hidden disabilities: Learn more
- Invisible Disabilities Services - JFK Airport
- Know About Terminals at John F. Kennedy International Airport
- Accessibility
What aircraft are typically used on flights from New York City to Sacramento?
JetBlue operates the New York City to Sacramento route nonstop from JFK using Airbus A321 aircraft, and United flies the route nonstop from Newark with Boeing 737 family aircraft. Both carriers currently offer daily service on this route.
Methodology
Aircraft types come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). For U.S. routes the type is grounded in the tail number that actually operated the flight; elsewhere it comes from the airline's filed equipment code. Where the source does not commit to a specific variant we name the aircraft family (for example Airbus A320 family) rather than guess, and where no reliable type is on file the aircraft is omitted rather than estimated. Types describe typical scheduled equipment and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute swaps.
Which airline alliances serve flights from New York City to Sacramento?
JetBlue and United are the two airlines currently scheduled non-stop between New York City and Sacramento, with JetBlue flying from JFK and United from Newark. United is a Star Alliance member, while JetBlue belongs to no alliance. Other alliances may serve the route via connections.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.
What are the best airport lounge options when departing from New York City?
When departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York, Terminal 1 offers the largest selection of paid-access lounges, including the Lufthansa Business Lounge, Air France Lounge, Turkish Airlines Lounge, Primeclass Lounge, Korean Air Lounge, and VIP ONE Lounge. Terminal 4 houses the Air India Lounge, managed by Plaza Premium Group, and the Capital One Lounge, a 24-hour flagship lounge with a full bar, shower suites, and workspaces. American Airlines operates an Admirals Club in Terminal 8, and joint premium lounges with British Airways — the Chelsea, Soho, and Greenwich Lounges — are also located there, with access tied to AAdvantage status, fare class, and ticket.
References
- JFK Airport (New York City): Paid Access Lounge Guide
- New York J.F. Kennedy, NY (JFK)
- Joint premium lounges at JFK Airport | American Airlines
- John F. Kennedy International Airport JFK Lounges - JFK Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass
- Lufthansa Business Lounge at John F. Kennedy International Airport | Amex US
- Korean Air Lounge JFK AIRPORT Terminal 1 New York NY JFK International | Priority Pass
Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?
Same‑day changes and standby depend on the airline and fare type; flexible tickets and premium cabins allow them, while Basic Economy typically does not.