Travelling from New York to Sacramento: what you need to know
Begin your travels at one of New York's main airports, New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) or New York Newark Airport (EWR). Check out your options for booking a flight from New York to Sacramento departing from either of these.
When it comes to touching down in Sacramento, Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is a key hub. Another is Sacramento Stockton Airport (SCK).
The average duration of a direct New York to Sacramento flight is 6 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Sacramento is UTC-8, which is three hours behind New York.
With three weekly flights between the two airports, New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is the most popular route. Board the first flight from New York to Sacramento with JetBlue Airways at 18:25. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from JFK to SMF is with JetBlue Airways at 18:49.
To ensure you make your New York to Sacramento flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Sacramento
Book eight months before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap New York to Sacramento flights.
The best month for finding cheap plane tickets from New York to Sacramento is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Flying from New York
New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
Set off from New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) on a nonstop flight from New York to Sacramento. From JFK, you can land directly at Sacramento International Airport (SMF).
JetBlue Airways is a leading airline that offers direct New York to Sacramento plane tickets from JFK.
JFK is about 21 kilometres from central New York. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from New York to Sacramento? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near New York John F. Kennedy Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of New York John F. Kennedy Airport, 73% of flights complete their journey on time.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
New York Newark Airport (EWR)
You can book a direct flight from New York to Sacramento out of New York Newark Airport (EWR). Nonstop connections from EWR will get you to Sacramento International Airport (SMF).
United Airlines offers direct New York to Sacramento plane tickets from EWR. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and arrive at your destination in one go.
EWR is around 14 kilometres from central New York. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from New York to Sacramento, take it easy in one of these hotels near New York Newark Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, New York Newark Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 71%.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
From the centre of New York, LGA is around 13 kilometres away. It takes roughly 30 minutes to get to the airport by car and 55 minutes or so on public transport.
Make taking an early New York to Sacramento flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels near New York LaGuardia Airport and get to your departure gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights arrive at their destinations without delays. At LGA, that rate is 69%.
The address of New York LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
Arriving in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
Pick up a Sacramento International Airport rental car and discover Sacramento and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Budget are popular providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Sacramento International Airport about two weeks before your trip.
The street address for SMF is 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento Stockton Airport (SCK)
Sacramento Stockton Airport (SCK) is around 80 kilometres from central Sacramento. Once you've disembarked your flight from New York to Sacramento, it'll take you approximately 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Kick back and relax at a hotel not long after your New York to Sacramento flight. Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast by IHG and Hampton Inn Stockton, Ca are within easy reach of SCK.
Sacramento Stockton Airport can be found at 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
Best time to go to Sacramento
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from New York to Sacramento. July is the most popular month to visit Sacramento. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
When booking your New York to Sacramento tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Sacramento, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Look for cheap flights from New York to Sacramento around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Sacramento
Start your Sacramento trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from New York to Sacramento, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. California State Railroad Museum, Old Sacramento State Historic Park and Crocker Art Museum are major attractions which should feature on every Sacramento itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Sacramento, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey about 145 kilometres south to San Jose to check off its leading attractions. From Winchester Mystery House to The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley, there's plenty to keep you busy.
San Francisco is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 121 kilometres southwest of Sacramento. No journey is complete without experiencing Golden Gate Bridge, The Painted Ladies and Alcatraz Island.