Cheap flights from New York to San Francisco (NYC - SFO)

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From New York to San Francisco

Are flight prices decreasing from New York to San Francisco due to COVID-19 (coronavirus)?

At this time, Cheapflights has noticed price decreases for many domestic flights due to COVID-19. Travel is not necessarily recommended at this time, and flights may be prone to cancellation: please check with local authorities in both New York and San Francisco for travel alerts, and be sure to review the airline's cancellation policy and travel advisories before booking. For more information, please view our post on what to know about COVID-19 (coronavirus) and travel.

What safety measures are being taken by airlines flying from New York to San Francisco to control the spread of COVID-19?

Alaska Airlines is one of the many airlines that have implemented additional safety measures to control the spread of COVID-19. Some of the new policies that have been implemented to accommodate travelers flying from New York to San Francisco are improved sanitation, HEPA filters, mask requirements, social distance seating (for a limited time), and pre-flight testing for antibodies and symptoms. Policies will vary by airline.

Which airlines flying from New York to San Francisco have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Some of the carriers operating flights from New York to San Francisco that may be offering flexible cancellation policies are United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Delta. Our site will let you filter for all airlines offering greater flexibility due to COVID-19.

What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from New York?

San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from New York to San Francisco. You should not have trouble finding flights to San Francisco from New York; the airport handles an average of 71 inbound flights from New York per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 9 airlines have flights to the San Francisco airport from New York. It is only a 11.8 mi journey from San Francisco (SFO) to San Francisco’s city center.

Can I find flights from New York to San Francisco for under $300 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from New York to San Francisco for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $202, but on average you can expect to pay $238.

Are there nonstop flights from New York to San Francisco for under $300 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from New York to San Francisco under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from New York to San Francisco is less than $261.

Are there last-minute flights available from New York to San Francisco for under $400?

There are currently 20+ open flights from New York to San Francisco within the next 7 days for less than $400.

What days are nonstop flights available from New York to San Francisco?

Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Thursday.

How many flights depart from New York to San Francisco on average per day?

4 flight departures from New York to San Francisco per day on average.
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 50% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 50% of flight departures

Is New York weather warmer or cooler than San Francisco?

You can imagine temperatures to be in the 86 °F range in July. The weather in San Francisco is generally colder than New York's. As flight availability is subject to become more limited as peak season approaches it is ideal to book in a timely manner.

How long is the flight from New York to San Francisco?

United Airlines, JetBlue, and Alaska Airlines can get you from New York to San Francisco in just under 5h 51m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. New York and San Francisco are separated by a distance of 2573 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York to San Francisco round-trip?

United Airlines, at $206, was found to be the cheapest airline from New York to San Francisco. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Alaska Airlines. United Airlines is priced at 32% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to San Francisco one-way?

The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from New York to San Francisco are Alaska Airlines ($113), United Airlines ($129), and Frontier ($134).