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$134+ Cheap flights from Newark (EWR) to San Francisco (SFO)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — SFO
May 4 — May 111
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Newark to San Francisco are usually found in January or March, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$263
(Expedia)

One-way from

$134
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$421

Good round-trip deal

$373 or less

Good one-way deal

$189 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Newark-San Francisco flight deals.
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From Newark to San Francisco
One-way flight from Newark to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($62 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Newark to San Francisco.
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Cheapest flights from Newark to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newark to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/37:29 pmEWR - SFO
Nonstop6h 32mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/910:14 pmSFO - EWR
1 stop8h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$263
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Mon 5/127:59 pmEWR - SFO
1 stop15h 21mAlaska Airlines
Mon 5/198:49 pmSFO - EWR
1 stop14h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/28$266
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/2411:00 amEWR - SFO
1 stop13h 34mFrontier
Tue 5/2710:19 pmSFO - EWR
1 stop8h 42mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$270
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Mon 5/194:56 pmEWR - SFO
1 stop9h 57mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 5/256:12 amSFO - EWR
Nonstop5h 47mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/28$276
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Tue 5/206:59 pmEWR - SFO
1 stop8h 22mDelta
Sat 5/241:45 pmSFO - EWR
1 stop7h 25mDelta
Deal found 4/27$287
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Wed 5/72:45 pmEWR - SFO
Nonstop6h 22mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/129:15 pmSFO - EWR
Nonstop5h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$297
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/211:50 amEWR - SFO
1 stop14h 03mSun Country Air
Sat 11/811:49 amSFO - EWR
1 stop20h 00mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/28$325
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Mon 5/127:29 pmEWR - SFO
Nonstop6h 36mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/1910:00 pmSFO - EWR
1 stop8h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$369

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Newark Airport to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Newark

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Tue 6/3

7:29 pm-11:01 pm

Nonstop6h 32m

San Francisco

Mon 6/9

10:14 pm-10:09 am

1 stop8h 55m

$263

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Mon 5/12

7:59 pm-8:20 am

1 stop15h 21m

San Francisco

Mon 5/19

8:49 pm-2:29 pm

1 stop14h 40m

$266

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Sat 5/24

11:00 am-9:34 pm

1 stop13h 34m

San Francisco

Tue 5/27

10:19 pm-10:01 am

1 stop8h 42m

$270

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Mon 5/19

4:56 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop9h 57m

San Francisco

Sun 5/25

6:12 am-2:59 pm

Nonstop5h 47m

$276

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Wed 5/14

7:00 am-10:22 am

Nonstop6h 22m

San Francisco

Sun 5/18

10:50 pm-7:20 am

Nonstop5h 30m

$285

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Tue 5/20

6:59 pm-12:21 am

1 stop8h 22m

San Francisco

Sat 5/24

1:45 pm-12:10 am

1 stop7h 25m

$287

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Sat 6/7

11:45 am-8:08 am

1 stop23h 23m

San Francisco

Thu 6/19

11:59 pm-10:42 am

1 stop7h 43m

$350

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Tue 5/13

10:57 am-5:40 pm

1 stop9h 43m

San Francisco

Fri 5/16

12:21 am-12:52 pm

1 stop9h 31m

$409

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Tue 5/20

7:00 am-10:22 am

Nonstop6h 22m

$134

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Sun 6/1

11:00 am-9:42 pm

1 stop13h 42m

$135

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Newark to San Francisco in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 Newark Airport-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Newark Airport-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Newark Airport-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Newark Airport-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Newark Airport-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for Newark Airport to San Francisco flights

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Airports
EWR

Plan for long security waits at EWR. Arrive at least two hours early as wait times can be unpredictable.

Read more about EWRby Brandon Schultz
SFO

Use BART for affordable travel from SFO to downtown San Francisco. The trip takes about 40 minutes.

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Best time to book a flight from Newark to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Newark with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Newark Airport to San Francisco

How far ahead should I book a flight from Newark Airport to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Newark to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Newark Airport to San Francisco is 86 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Newark Airport to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Newark Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 EWR to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Newark to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Newark Airport to San Francisco at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 17% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Newark Airport to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Newark to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Newark Airport to San Francisco 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 Newark Airport to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Newark to San Francisco. 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 April 29, 2025.

The most flights from EWR to SFO are scheduled on a Wednesday (62 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (36 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated April 29, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and Hawaiian Airlines from New York to San Francisco have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Newark to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Newark?

    For a flight from Newark to San Francisco, you will be flying into San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city. San Francisco is the only San Francisco airport and it handles 43 inbound flights from Newark per day. 10 airlines have flights to San Francisco from Newark on a regular basis.

  • How popular is this Newark Airport to San Francisco flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Newark Airport to San Francisco round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Newark Airport to San Francisco round-trip from $266. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $270, and Hawaiian Airlines, from $276. These flights start at 42% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Newark Airport to San Francisco one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $134. Frontier flights start at $135 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $138 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Newark Airport to San Francisco?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Newark Airport to San Francisco are Qantas Airways (100%), ANA (90%) and Austrian Airlines (90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Newark Airport to San Francisco?

    The cheapest flight price from Newark Airport to San Francisco is $135. On average you can expect to pay $1,238. The most popular route, (Newark - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $196.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Newark 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 Newark Airport to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Newark Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 Newark to San Francisco

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Newark to San Francisco. 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$109Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$135Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$153Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$163Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$177Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$241Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$257Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
American AirlinesCheapest$267Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$278Average$523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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