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

Flights from Newark to San Francisco have been viewed 129 times in the past calendar month.

How long is the flight from Newark Airport to San Francisco?

Airlines like Alaska Airlines and Delta fly from Newark Airport to San Francisco in about 7h 48m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 19m. The distance from Newark Airport to San Francisco is about 2557 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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 $118. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Spirit Airlines, from $127, and Frontier, from $136. These flights start at 72% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

The best time to book flights from Newark Airport to San Francisco is 48 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 $357). 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 day to fly from Newark Airport to San Francisco?

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

The most flights from EWR to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (51 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

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.

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).

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

The cheapest flight price from Newark Airport to San Francisco is $124. On average you can expect to pay $1,146. The most popular route, (Newark - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $219.

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 (92%), Japan Airlines (92%) and Singapore Airlines (92%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Newark Airport to San Francisco?

Consider American Airlines, Alaska Airlines or JetBlue when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Newark Airport to San Francisco.

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

Leaving on a Wednesday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 39% on the overall cost on flights from Newark Airport to San Francisco.

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

To save up to 84% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 38 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Newark Airport to San Francisco from $463 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $733 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

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

Flights from Newark Airport to San Francisco lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from Newark Airport to San Francisco in February, with the cheapest ticket starting at $169.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from EWR to SFO?

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 16% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 36 inbound flights from Newark per day. 9 airlines have flights to San Francisco from Newark on a regular basis.

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.

$121+ Cheap Flights from Newark Airport to San Francisco

Round-trip from	$247 (Alaska Airlines)
One-way from	$121 (Kiwi.com)
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	January
Average price	$407
Good round-trip deal	$335 or less
Good one-way deal	$183 or less

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom, ideal for comfort on transcontinental routes.

United's Polaris Lounges offer exclusive amenities like showers and dining, enhancing travel experience.

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
JetBlue	Cheapest$118	Average$347	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$127	Average$252	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
Frontier	Cheapest$136	Average$298	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Sun Country Air	Cheapest$175	Average$402	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time83%
Hawaiian Airlines	Cheapest$198	Average$387	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time85%
Delta	Cheapest$209	Average$322	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Alaska Airlines	Cheapest$237	Average$392	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%
United Airlines	Cheapest$259	Average$471	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
American Airlines	Cheapest$267	Average$422	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%

$121+ 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 9/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Newark to San Francisco are usually found in January or March, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

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Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Hawaiian Airlines from Newark Airport to San Francisco to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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