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Flight deals from Sacramento International to New York

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sacramento International Airport to New York? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 4,565. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
New York.R 1,843 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Oct.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Sacramento International on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,843, select.
New York.R 2,108 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Sacramento International on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,108, select.
New York.R 2,120 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Dec.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Sacramento International on Mon, 14 Dec, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,120, select.
New York.R 2,283 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Sep.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,283, select.
New York.R 2,283 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,283, select.
New York.R 2,284 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,284, select.
New York.R 2,288 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Sacramento International on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,288, select.
New York.R 2,289 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Feb.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Sacramento International on Tue, 9 Feb, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,289, select.
New York.R 2,289 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Apr.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Sacramento International on Tue, 6 Apr, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,289, select.
New York.R 2,290 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Mar.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Sacramento International on Mon, 15 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,290, select.
New York.R 2,609 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound direct flight with jetBlue departs from Sacramento International on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,609, select.
New York.R 2,625 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound direct flight with jetBlue departs from Sacramento International on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,625, select.
New York.R 2,628 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Sep.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound direct flight with jetBlue departs from Sacramento International on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,628, select.
New York.R 2,628 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 May.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Mon, 31 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,628, select.
New York.R 2,783 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Nov.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Sacramento International on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,783, select.
New York.R 3,528 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Jan.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Sacramento International on Wed, 27 Jan, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,528, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento International to New York

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sacramento International to New York flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jul
from R 2,283
Aug
from R 2,108
Sep
from R 2,283
Oct
from R 1,843
Nov
from R 2,284
Dec
from R 2,120
Jan
from R 2,288
Feb
from R 2,289
Mar
from R 2,290
Apr
from R 2,289
May
from R 2,628
Jun
from R 3,771

Direct flights from Sacramento International to New York

Alternative Sacramento International to New York routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Sacramento International to New York? You could fly into the following airports instead.

New York LaGuardia

13km from central New York
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from R 1,843
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New York Newark

14km from central New York
from R 2,169
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New York John F. Kennedy

21km from central New York
from R 2,117
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Westchester County

47km from central New York
from R 3,902
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Islip

77km from central New York
from R 3,854
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Stewart International

88km from central New York
from R 3,066
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Sacramento to New York: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,843
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time5 hrs, 18 mins
Most popular airlineEtihad Airways
Average flights per week72

Finding cheap flights from Sacramento International to New York: Frequently asked questions

There are 6 airports in New York: New York LaGuardia, New York Newark, New York John F. Kennedy, Westchester County, Islip, and Stewart International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Sacramento International to New York is R 3,449. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 18 minutes is the average flight time from Sacramento International to New York.
Etihad Airways, United and jetBlue fly direct from Sacramento International to New York.
As of July 2026, there are 24 flights per week flying from Sacramento International to New York.
The cheapest month to fly from Sacramento International to New York is usually September.
If you're flying from Sacramento International Airport, the cheapest airport near New York is New York LaGuardia – which is 13.2 km away from the centre of New York. We've found flights into this airport from R 3,449.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sacramento International Airport to New York on Friday, 18 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 18 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to New York but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 23°C. July is typically the warmest month in New York, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, Southwest Airlines and jetBlue offer the cheapest flight tickets to New York.

Travelling from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to New York: what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Sacramento International Airport to New York is 6 hours 25 minutes.

  • The timezone in New York is UTC-5. The city is three hours ahead of Sacramento, where Sacramento International Airport is located.

  • Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is the most popular route, with five weekly departures to pick from. You can fly from SMF to EWR at 22:53 with United Airlines.

  • To avoid missing your SMF to New York flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct Sacramento International Airport to New York ticket. Start your trip at SMF and touch down at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).

  • United Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Sacramento International Airport to New York.

  • The journey from central Sacramento to SMF takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • 81% of flights departing from Sacramento International Airport reach their destination according to schedule. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of SMF.

  • SMF's address is 6900 Airport Boulevard.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to New York

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to New York flight is R 1,843. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,449. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book eight months before your departure date. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from SMF to New York.

  • January is the best month for landing an amazing deal on Sacramento International Airport to New York tickets. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SMF to New York by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Save money on your flight from Sacramento International Airport to New York with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in New York

New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of New York. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.

  • Think about booking a hotel close to JFK if you have a late flight from Sacramento International Airport to New York. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about rest:

  • To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from SMF to New York.

  • You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • After your flight from Sacramento International Airport to New York has arrived, you can reach the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central New York is roughly 24 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour or so.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near EWR. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your SMF to New York flight:

  • Score the best price by securing your ride from EWR three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.

  • The address for Newark Liberty International Airport is Building 1, Conrad Road.

New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from Sacramento International Airport to New York has landed. Central New York is about 13 kilometres from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and takes roughly 30 minutes to reach by car.

  • Public transport will get you there in about 55 minutes.

  • Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your break by choosing a hotel near LGA after your SMF to New York flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or just give yourself time to get your bearings in a new city at:

  • About two weeks ahead of your flight from Sacramento International Airport to New York is the ideal time to secure your vehicle from LGA. You're likely to find a better rate or catch some early booking discounts.

  • New York LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.

Best time to go to New York

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Sacramento International Airport to New York. To skip the crowds, visit New York in December.

  • Book a Sacramento International Airport to New York plane ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from SMF to New York in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.

More about New York

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in New York right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Sacramento International Airport to New York:

  • Statue of Liberty and Central Park are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your New York itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Explore more of the United States

  • Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the southwest, top sights here include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

  • Around 306 kilometres northeast of New York, Boston is another essential stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.

Plan the rest of your trip from Sacramento to New York

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