Cheap flights from SMF to JFK (Sacramento Intl. to John F. Kennedy Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from SMF to JFK starting at $126 One Way, $267 Round Trip

Prices starting at $267 for return flights and $126 for one-way flights to John F. Kennedy Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Fri, May 1 - Tue, May 5
SMF
Sacramento
JFK
New York
$267 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$267
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 1 from Sacramento to New York, returning Tue, May 5, priced at $267 found 6 days ago
Thu, May 28 - Tue, Jun 2
SMF
Sacramento
JFK
New York
$277 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$277
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, May 28 from Sacramento to New York, returning Tue, Jun 2, priced at $277 found 14 hours ago
Thu, May 28 - Tue, Jun 2
SMF
Sacramento
JFK
New York
$279 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$279
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, May 28 from Sacramento to New York, returning Tue, Jun 2, priced at $279 found 14 hours ago
Mon, May 4 - Wed, May 6
SMF
Sacramento
JFK
New York
$285 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$285
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, May 4 from Sacramento to New York, returning Wed, May 6, priced at $285 found 3 days ago
Mon, May 4 - Wed, May 6
SMF
Sacramento
JFK
New York
$288 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$288
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, May 4 from Sacramento to New York, returning Wed, May 6, priced at $288 found 3 days ago

Hotel Ideas near John F. Kennedy Intl.

Airport Hotels near John F. Kennedy Intl.

DoubleTree by Hilton New York JFK Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton New York JFK Airport

3.5 out of 5
135-30 140th Street Jamaica NY
$184 nightly
The price is $215 total per night from Mar 19 to Mar 20
$215 total
Mar 19 - Mar 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jamaica. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,412 reviews)
Horrible neighborhood- good hotel.

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton New York JFK Airport
Courtyard by Marriott New York JFK Airport

Courtyard by Marriott New York JFK Airport

3 out of 5
145-11 N Conduit Ave Jamaica NY
$222 nightly
The price is $258 total per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
$258 total
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jamaica. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,314 reviews)
Room smelled strongly of urine…not exaggerating. The staff were rude. The shower was clogged. The area was not nice. Next time I would just stay in Manahattan and uber over. I’m not a picky person, but this hotel was nasty.

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott New York JFK Airport
Hampton Inn NY-JFK

Hampton Inn NY-JFK

2.5 out of 5
144-10 135th Avenue Jamaica NY
$172 nightly
The price is $200 total per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
$200 total
Mar 12 - Mar 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jamaica. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,201 reviews)
The internet was adequate.

Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026

Hampton Inn NY-JFK
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In New York

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

4 out of 5
811 7th Ave New York NY
$199 nightly
The price is $232 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$232 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
7.4/10 Good! (7,098 reviews)
Besides the unknown and unwanted daily resort fee or whatever it was a great location for me and my sister. Subway is around the corner and staff is friendly!

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Hyatt Grand Central New York

Hyatt Grand Central New York

4 out of 5
109 East 42nd Street New York NY
$201 nightly
The price is $234 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$234 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (6,522 reviews)
Kind staff , we took a red eye and she accommodated an early check in - very grateful for the kindness

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026

Hyatt Grand Central New York
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS

NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS

4 out of 5
481 Eighth Ave. New York NY
$144 nightly
The price is $169 total per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
$169 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (6,445 reviews)
Well located

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026

NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

New York Hotels With Airport Transportation

DoubleTree by Hilton New York LaGuardia Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton New York LaGuardia Airport

4 out of 5
104-04 Ditmars Blvd East Elmhurst NY
$142 nightly
The price is $166 total per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
$166 total
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in East Elmhurst. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,547 reviews)
was excellent

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton New York LaGuardia Airport
Best Western JFK Airport Hotel

Best Western JFK Airport Hotel

2.5 out of 5
14425 153rd Ln Jamaica NY
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jamaica. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Popular attractions Resorts World Casino ...
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Best Western JFK Airport Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott New York JFK Airport

Courtyard by Marriott New York JFK Airport

3 out of 5
145-11 N Conduit Ave Jamaica NY
$222 nightly
The price is $258 total per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
$258 total
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jamaica. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,314 reviews)
Room smelled strongly of urine…not exaggerating. The staff were rude. The shower was clogged. The area was not nice. Next time I would just stay in Manahattan and uber over. I’m not a picky person, but this hotel was nasty.

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott New York JFK Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced New York Hotels

Pod 51

Pod 51

3 out of 5
230 E 51st St New York NY
$120 nightly
The price is $137 total per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
$137 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,033 reviews)
staff was cool, but I found a cockroach on my bed…. Changed rooms and upgraded, although we had to move in the morning to a different room was very inconvenient.

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

Pod 51
Pod 39

Pod 39

3 out of 5
145 East 39th Street New York NY
$132 nightly
The price is $151 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$151 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, a rooftop terrace, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,688 reviews)
Basically, you get what you pay for! For this price in this location, I think it’s the best that you can get. Just know that the room is very small, no real amenities other than basic necessities, and small windows. But if you just need a safe and private place to crash while still being in a central ...

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026

Pod 39
Hotel St. James

Hotel St. James

2.5 out of 5
109 W. 45TH ST. New York NY
$173 nightly
The price is $202 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$202 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (7,048 reviews)
Only complaint is the water didnt get warm to take a shower.

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026

Hotel St. James
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in New York

The Belvedere Hotel

The Belvedere Hotel

3.5 out of 5
319 W 48th St New York NY
$131 nightly
The price is $156 total per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
$156 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness center, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,021 reviews)
No

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026

The Belvedere Hotel
TRYP by Wyndham New York City Times Square / Midtown

TRYP by Wyndham New York City Times Square / Midtown

4.5 out of 5
345 W 35th Street New York NY
$176 nightly
The price is $205 total per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
$205 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,074 reviews)

Families like: Bicycle rentals nearby, cribs, rollaway beds, games and toys

Travelers say...
Liked it

Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026

TRYP by Wyndham New York City Times Square / Midtown
Tempo by Hilton New York Times Square

Tempo by Hilton New York Times Square

4 out of 5
1568 Broadway New York NY
$204 nightly
The price is $238 total per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
$238 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,427 reviews)
Amazing stay!

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026

Tempo by Hilton New York Times Square
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

SMF to JFK Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
SMF Address & GPS
Address:
6900 Airport Boulevard
Sacramento CA, 95837
United States
IATA Code:
SMF
Longitude:
-121.593695
Latitude:
38.692283
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles
JFK Address & GPS
Address:
JFK Airport
New York NY, 11430
United States
IATA Code:
JFK
Longitude:
-73.78817
Latitude:
40.642335
Time Zone:
America/New_York

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Sacramento Airport to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
Unfortunately, direct flights aren't an option when flying from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to JFK Airport. However, there are several companies that operate on this route with only a single stopover, including Delta Air Lines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines.
What is the shortest flight from SMF to JFK Airport?
Ask for an in-flight wine and get comfortable in your seat with a riveting movie or book. With the journey from Sacramento to New York taking 7 hours and 28 minutes, there's plenty of time to relax and enjoy the experience.
How many hours flight from SMF to JFK?
It takes an average of 7 hours and 33 minutes to go from SMF to JFK. Get through the journey by watching some films and browsing a magazine or two. Alternatively, catch up on some Zs.
What airlines have the most flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to JFK Airport?
For now, no airlines offer direct flights from Sacramento Airport to JFK. But don't worry. There are numerous single or multi-stop flights available.

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