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$153+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to San Francisco (SFO)

NYC — SFO
Sep 19 — Sep 261
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Cheapest flights from New York to San Francisco

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$325
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$153
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$536

Good round-trip deal

$445 or less

Good one-way deal

$224 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for New York (NYC)-San Francisco flight deals.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($88 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - SFO San Francisco

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/9

10:00 am-1:20 pm

Nonstop6h 20m

San Francisco

Thu 1/21

9:05 am-5:49 pm

Nonstop5h 44m

$337

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - SFO San Francisco

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 10/31

11:30 am-3:03 pm

Nonstop6h 33m

San Francisco

Sat 11/7

2:35 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop5h 25m

$337
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New YorkSan Francisco

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - SFO San Francisco

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 9/10

7:00 am-10:17 am

Nonstop6h 17m

San Francisco

Mon 9/14

11:50 pm-8:14 am

Nonstop5h 24m

$337

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - SFO San Francisco

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 10/23

4:00 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop9h 40m

San Francisco

Mon 10/26

3:21 pm-7:44 am

1 stop13h 23m

$357

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA New York LaGuardia - SFO San Francisco

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Wed 9/30

5:05 pm-9:49 pm

1 stop7h 44m

San Francisco

Tue 10/6

9:25 pm-8:08 am

1 stop7h 43m

$357

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - SFO San Francisco

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 10/31

9:59 am-4:47 pm

1 stop9h 48m

San Francisco

Fri 11/13

6:08 am-7:32 pm

1 stop10h 24m

$357

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA New York LaGuardia - SFO San Francisco

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Tue 9/29

6:00 am-11:22 am

1 stop8h 22m

San Francisco

Wed 9/30

12:35 am-11:17 am

1 stop7h 42m

$364

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA New York LaGuardia - SFO San Francisco

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Tue 9/29

4:00 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop10h 17m

San Francisco

Sat 10/3

10:24 am-11:09 pm

1 stop9h 45m

$367

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - SFO San Francisco

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 9/10

12:59 pm-7:56 pm

1 stop9h 57m

San Francisco

Sat 9/19

6:00 am-2:35 pm

Nonstop5h 35m

$371

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA New York LaGuardia - SFO San Francisco

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Fri 10/23

2:00 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop9h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 10/28

6:55 am-8:50 pm

2 stops10h 55m

$372

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on New York-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on New York-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New York-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for New York-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to San Francisco

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to San Francisco (average of $327). Flying from New York to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $574). 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 SFO?

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 42% on flights from New York to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from New York to San Francisco

The most flights from NYC to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (149 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (82 on average).

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
New York to San Francisco flights typically cost between $346 and $612 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $325 on Frontier (Oct 2-Oct 6).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from New York to San Francisco?

Las Vegas (LAS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 27% of 1-stop itineraries from New York to San Francisco on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from New York to San Francisco?

Denver (DEN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $155.

What’s the fastest layover option from New York to San Francisco?

Flights via Chicago (ORD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 8h 10m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from New York to San Francisco?

Flights via Chicago (ORD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 49m.

How often are flights from New York to San Francisco delayed?

About 20% of weekly flights between New York and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 182 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to San Francisco flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to San Francisco flights?

Over the last year, American Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 17% of flights being delayed.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 84 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to San Francisco?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons 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.

The best insider tips for New York to San Francisco flights

Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your New York to San Francisco trip
Our travel experts
Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on Alaska Airlines

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines and SFO

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on EWR

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Expert on JFK

Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New York to San Francisco, such as Alaska Airlines,Delta, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

New York to San Francisco Travel Guide

With an influx of tech money rapidly transforming San Francisco, there may be no better time to visit the city. There's still plenty of the old charm and attractions to enjoy, but the recent metamorphosis has spiced things up, bringing myriad hip bars, upscale boutiques and unique eateries to the city. Many long-term residents and businesses are leaving San Francisco, but many visitors are taking advantage of the best of both worlds.

Say goodbye to late trains and crowded subways, but don't waste your time looking for a parking spot once you arrive in San Francisco. It's a great city for walking, with a milder climate than the Big Apple and plenty of charming neighborhoods and lots of opportunities for nature hikes in greener pastures such as Philosopher's Way, Presidio Promenade and nearby Muir Woods. This alludes to the main difference between the two cities, namely the healthier lifestyle in San Francisco, where people take frequent breaks from work to read or play handball and, in the evening, head home from the bars at a time when they're just starting to fill in NYC.

Ready to escape the hustle and bustle of the greatest city in the world for San Francisco's more laid-back and natural setting? San Francisco isn't exactly cheaper these days, so let Cheapflights save you some money right off the bat when you use our smart search engine to find the best deals from around the web.

Related info for your journey

  • What alternative means of transportation can passengers opt for on this route?

    Fuel-efficient airlines endorsing SAF provide the most environmentally friendly option for making this trip because they transport numerous passengers per trip while using little fuel. However, using Amtrak trains is a fantastic alternate method for undertaking this journey. For this route, certain trains provide trips with at least one layover along the way. Being able to transport numerous passengers in a single journey while using less fuel makes them a sustainable alternative. As a result, taking the train instead of flying from New York to San Francisco is more environmentally friendly.

  • How can passengers determine if an airline flying along this route is sustainable?

    If you are looking for a sustainable airline when booking your plane ticket from New York to San Francisco, consider choosing one that has SAF accreditation. Sustainable aviation fuel is more sustainable as it is made from fossil fuels than petroleum-based aircraft fuel. On most occasions, an airline's website will have this information. In order to travel responsibly, look at SAF-certified airlines for your flight on this route. You can also opt for airlines that are implementing sustainability strategies, like Spirit airlines. The airline has modern aircraft, which reduces approximately 40% of emissions.

  • How can passengers lower their carbon footprints on this route?

    Consider flying on a modern aircraft if you want to reduce your carbon footprint when traveling from New York to San Francisco. Modern engines on the latest aircraft operating on the route consume fuel more efficiently than those on older aircraft. Passengers flying on this route can also reduce their carbon footprint by using e-tickets, eliminating paper ticketing. Additionally, you can travel with lightweight bags to lighten the load on the aircraft. These are some excellent strategies for anyone traveling from New York to San Francisco.

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

    The gate-to-gate time for non-stop flights from New York City to San Francisco runs about six to seven hours, depending on the particular airline and airports chosen.

  • Which airlines operate flights from New York City to San Francisco?

    United flies directly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO.) Virgin American flies non-stop from EWR and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to SFO. American, jetBlue and Delta fly direct from JFK to SFO. These and other airlines, including Frontier, Alaska Airlines and Sun Country, also offer non-direct flights between the two cities.

  • How frequent are flights between New York City and San Francisco?

    With about 50 non-stop flights departing Big Apple-area airports for San Francisco on a typical day, you won't have any problem finding a flight at a time that's convenient for you, with flights leaving New York City between about 6 a.m. and 10:30 p.m.

  • Which airports serve New York City to San Franciscos?

    New York City is served by Newark Liberty International (EWR), John F. Kennedy International (JFK) and LaGuardia airports (LGA.) The San Francisco area is served by San Francisco International (SFO), Mineta San Jose International (SJC), and Oakland International airports (OAK.)

  • Which direct flight route between New York City and San Francisco is cheapest?

    The cheapest direct route from New York City to San Francisco is via the Newark Liberty International Airport to San Francisco International Airport corridor. Typically, you won't save any money by purchasing non-direct flights between these two cities.

  • 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 126 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 11.0 mi journey from San Francisco (SFO) to San Francisco’s city center.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from New York to San Francisco in 6h 20m. Fly via Alaska Airlines, Delta, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 2578 mi between New York and San Francisco. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Alaska Airlines, at $110, was found to be the cheapest airline from New York to San Francisco.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and JetBlue. These flights start at 75% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $109 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $109 and Frontier from $112 one-way.

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

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from New York to San Francisco on time: Philippine Airlines (100%), Japan Airlines (83%), TAP AIR PORTUGAL (77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to San Francisco?

    While on average a flight from New York to San Francisco is generally $1,374, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $174. When looking at the most popular route, (Newark - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $238 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from New York to San Francisco?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Atlanta?

    Georgia Aquarium, Centennial Olympic Park, and Fox Theatre are the most popular attractions in Atlanta if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Georgia Aquarium, Centennial Olympic Park and Fox Theatre are located about 8.6 mi, 8.4 mi, and 9.3 mi, respectively from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson if you are interested in checking them out. Those landing in Atlanta looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $51 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for New York to San Francisco flights?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to San Francisco?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New York to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to San Francisco (average of $327). Flying from New York to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $574). 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 9 airlines flying from New York to San Francisco

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$110Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
FrontierCheapest$116Average$273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$143Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$158Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Sun Country AirCheapest$162Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
United AirlinesCheapest$168Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$183Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$238Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

Helpful tips for your next trip to San Francisco

  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) will serve as the destination for flights from New York to San Francisco. The airport supports sustainable development by running the majority of its activities on solar and electric energy.
  • Breeze Airlines offers flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to San Francisco International Airport. By encouraging the manufacture of sustainable aviation fuel, the airline promotes environmentally friendly travel.
  • New York has kept up its impressive progress in fostering sustainability. One of the major steps the airport authority has taken is to closely monitor airport greenhouse gas emissions to make sure they stay below the established limitations.

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