How many flights from Sacramento to New York are non-stop?

Historically, non-stop flights from Sacramento to New York have been less common, making up approximately 2.4% of all flights on this route. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically encountered 2 stops. This indicates that most journeys between these two cities will involve at least one connection.

What's the flight time from Sacramento to New York?

The typical direct flight from Sacramento to New York has a median duration of 5 hours and 12 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median flight time increases to 8 hours and 26 minutes. The air distance covered on this route is approximately 4000 kilometers.

Should I set a price alert for Sacramento to New York flights?

Historically, price fluctuations for flights from Sacramento to New York have been frequent. This route is classified as one with frequent deal activity. Setting a price alert could be beneficial for travelers seeking to secure a more favorable fare.

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Sacramento to New York: Overview

Insights for flights from Sacramento to New York

For cheap flights from Sacramento to New York, the data shows that March is typically the cheapest month to fly, with a median fare of $154. Other economical options include January, with a median fare of $250, and November, where the median fare is $276. Planning your trip around these months could lead to significant savings.

Fares from Sacramento to New York typically range from $408 to $876, with a median of $593. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 6% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a low fare can be challenging. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

When flying from Sacramento to New York, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 2.4% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2, which can extend the overall travel time.

A typical journey from Sacramento to New York takes approximately 16h 59m, including connections. This route is classified as a long-haul flight, covering a distance of 4000 kilometers.

How much is a round trip from Sacramento to New York

Regular price: $324 - $445

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Sacramento to New York is $324-$445. The current lowest deal is $275 with Southwest Airlines, for travel from Sep 26-Sep 29.

now $275

Low $324

High $445

The cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to New York

The cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to New York is March, with a median price of $154. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $572. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $154

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $572

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Sacramento to New York

JetBlue Airways

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Sacramento to New York

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - New York

Sacramento (SMF) - New York (LGA)

United Airlines

$437

$329

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - New York

Sacramento (SMF) - New York (LGA)

United Airlines

$437

$330

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - New York

Sacramento (SMF) - New York (JFK)

American Airlines

$373

$285

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - New York

Sacramento (SMF) - New York (JFK)

$337

$277

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - New York

Sacramento (SMF) - New York (JFK)

American Airlines

$386

$285

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - New York

Sacramento (SMF) - New York (JFK)

American Airlines

$403

$301

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sacramento to New York

5 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 16

$526 → $280

47%

3 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 17

$529 → $286

46%

4 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 11

$513 → $285

44%

4 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 15

$532 → $306

42%

Popular Airports to fly from Sacramento to New York

Sacramento - New York route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Sacramento to New York are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to New York, with a median price of $154.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 16h 59m

The median flight duration from Sacramento to New York is 16 hours and 59 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 2.4% of recent flights from Sacramento to New York are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Southwest Airlines offers a recent deal for $275

A recent deal on Southwest Airlines from Sacramento to New York was found for $275.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Sacramento to New York are frequent, appearing often within a 30-day window.

Sacramento main airports to depart from

Sacramento International (SMF)

Cheapest

Sacramento International Airport offers flights to New York, and is often the cheapest option from Sacramento.

📍 ~15 km from Sacramento (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$224

New York main airports to arrive at

LaGuardia (LGA)

Cheapest

LaGuardia is a convenient arrival option for flights from Sacramento to New York.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$224

Airports nearby New York used as alternative

Westchester County (HPN)

Westchester County (HPN) is a useful alternative, especially for travelers in Manhattan, the Bronx, and Westchester suburbs.

📍 ~40 km from New York (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$378

Business & First Class Flight Deals to New York

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New York

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Sacramento to New York is within 0-6 days of departure. During this window, the average price was $382. Prices tend to be significantly higher further out, with tickets purchased 7-13 days out averaging $772. For those planning ahead, prices for bookings made 60+ days in advance averaged $566.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Sacramento to New York was considered to be $408 or less. The median price for this route was $593. Prices tended to increase for three-quarters of travelers, with 75% of fares being $876 or more.

Historically, March has been the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to New York, with a median price of $154. January also offered competitive pricing, with a median of $250. The annual median price for this route was $593, indicating significant savings are possible by traveling in off-peak months.

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Sacramento to New York: Overview

Insights for flights from Sacramento to New York

A typical journey from Sacramento to New York takes approximately 16h 59m, including connections. This route is classified as a long-haul flight, covering a distance of 4000 kilometers.

How much is a round trip from Sacramento to New York

Regular price: $324 - $445

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Sacramento to New York is $324-$445. The current lowest deal is $275 with Southwest Airlines, for travel from Sep 26-Sep 29.

now $275

Low $324

High $445

The cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to New York

March

Cheapest

Flights from $154

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $572

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Sacramento to New York

JetBlue Airways

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Sacramento to New York

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - New York

Sacramento (SMF) - New York (LGA)

United Airlines

$437

$329

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - New York

Sacramento (SMF) - New York (LGA)

United Airlines

$437

$330

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - New York

Sacramento (SMF) - New York (JFK)

American Airlines

$373

$285

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - New York

Sacramento (SMF) - New York (JFK)

$337

$277

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - New York

Sacramento (SMF) - New York (JFK)

American Airlines

$386

$285

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - New York

Sacramento (SMF) - New York (JFK)

American Airlines

$403

$301

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sacramento to New York

5 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 16

$526 → $280

47%

3 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 17

$529 → $286

46%

4 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 11

$513 → $285

44%

4 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 15

$532 → $306

42%

Popular Airports to fly from Sacramento to New York