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$135+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to Salinas, CA, CA

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NYC — SFO
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
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Cheap flight deals from New York to Salinas

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New York to Salinas flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$233
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$135
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$438
From New York (NYC) to Salinas
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Cheapest flights from New York to Salinas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/308:29 pmJFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 15mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 9/61:30 pmSFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 47mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/30$233
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/68:29 pmJFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 20mAlaska Airlines
Wed 9/101:30 pmSFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 47mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/30$234
This Rumbo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Rumbo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/307:59 pmJFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 44mJetBlue
Sat 9/66:15 amSFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 42mJetBlue
Deal found 7/30$235
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/304:28 pmJFK - SFO
1 stop8h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/611:00 pmSFO - JFK
1 stop9h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$240
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/306:00 amJFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/62:48 pmSFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$245
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/307:00 amJFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 23mDelta
Sat 9/62:45 pmSFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 52mDelta
Deal found 7/29$246
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/307:15 amLGA - SFO
1 stop8h 16mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/3010:50 pmSFO - LGA
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$255
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/301:00 pmJFK - SFO
1 stop11h 03mFrontier
Sat 9/611:00 pmSFO - JFK
1 stop9h 59mFrontier
Deal found 7/30$255
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/233:25 pmLGA - SFO
1 stop8h 38mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/2711:00 pmSFO - LGA
1 stop7h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/316:05 amLGA - SFO
1 stop7h 25mDelta
Wed 9/312:07 pmSFO - LGA
1 stop8h 37mDelta
Deal found 7/31$258
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/209:51 amEWR - SFO
1 stop7h 36mDelta
Mon 9/2212:45 amSFO - EWR
1 stop7h 08mDelta
Deal found 7/31$267
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/317:05 amEWR - SFO
Nonstop6h 32mAlaska Airlines
Mon 11/109:09 pmSFO - EWR
Nonstop5h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/31$268

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York to Salinas that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Salinas that are best for you.

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New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 8/30

8:29 pm-11:44 pm

Nonstop6h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 9/6

1:30 pm-10:17 pm

Nonstop5h 47m

$233

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/6

8:29 pm-11:49 pm

Nonstop6h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 9/10

1:30 pm-10:17 pm

Nonstop5h 47m

$234

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 8/30

7:59 pm-11:43 pm

Nonstop6h 44m

San Francisco

Sat 9/6

6:15 am-2:57 pm

Nonstop5h 42m

$235

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 8/30

4:28 pm-9:43 pm

1 stop8h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 9/6

11:00 pm-11:59 am

1 stop9h 59m

$236

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 8/30

6:00 am-9:16 am

Nonstop6h 16m

San Francisco

Sat 9/6

2:48 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop5h 42m

$245

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 8/30

7:00 am-10:23 am

Nonstop6h 23m

San Francisco

Sat 9/6

2:45 pm-11:37 pm

Nonstop5h 52m

$246

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 8/30

1:00 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop11h 03m

San Francisco

Sat 9/6

11:00 pm-11:59 am

1 stop9h 59m

$255

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Tue 9/30

7:15 am-12:31 pm

1 stop8h 16m

San Francisco

Tue 9/30

10:50 pm-9:04 am

1 stop7h 14m

$255

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Tue 9/23

3:25 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop8h 38m

San Francisco

Sat 9/27

11:00 pm-9:16 am

1 stop7h 16m

$257

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Sun 8/31

6:05 am-10:30 am

1 stop7h 25m

San Francisco

Wed 9/3

12:07 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop8h 37m

$258

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Salinas

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Salinas

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to Salinas?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Salinas. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from New York to Salinas may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 86 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Salinas?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from New York to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NYC to S9N?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to Salinas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

When flying from New York to Salinas, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to Salinas?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Salinas. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Salinas flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New York to Salinas

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to Salinas. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

The most flights from NYC to S9N are scheduled on a Thursday (175 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (79 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New York to Salinas?

Reviews of airlines servicing Salinas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Salinas. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from New York to Salinas. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
191 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,611 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to Salinas one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from New York to Salinas are Hawaiian Airlines ($135), Alaska Airlines ($138), and Delta ($139).

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Salinas?

    The most popular route from New York to Salinas is New York John F Kennedy Intl - San Francisco. You may also consider Newark - San Francisco or New York LaGuardia - San Francisco.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York to Salinas?

    Before booking your flight to Salinas from New York, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: SAUDIA (100%), TAP AIR PORTUGAL (98%), Korean Air( 95%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to Salinas?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $143. While the most popular route (New York John F Kennedy Intl - San Francisco) can be booked for $231 on average our data indicates $1,089 when flying from New York to Salinas.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to Salinas that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to Salinas flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Salinas?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from New York to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from New York to Salinas

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from New York to Salinas. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$100Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$109Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$124Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$148Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Sun Country AirCheapest$175Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$201Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$208Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$226Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$263Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$282Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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