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 Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

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

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

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 20% of flights being delayed.

How often are flights from Newark to San Francisco delayed?

About 21% of weekly flights between Newark and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 212 minutes.

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 fly from Newark Airport to San Francisco in about 18h 53m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance from Newark Airport to San Francisco is about 2557 mi.

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 $92. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are JetBlue, from $118, and Frontier, from $136. These flights start at 78% 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 Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $91. Frontier flights start at $117 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $117 one-way.

Weekly flight availability from Newark Airport to San Francisco

The most flights from EWR to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (49 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (39 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 $100. On average you can expect to pay $1,284. The most popular route, (Newark - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $195.

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 (96%), ANA (92%) and Japan Airlines (92%).

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

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

Most accurate provider : When it comes to deals on Newark Airport-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Newark Airport-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >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.

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 44 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.

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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 December 23, 2025.

Sun 12/285:50 amEWR - SFO

1 stop10h 23mMultiple Airlines

Wed 1/287:00 amSFO - EWR

Nonstop5h 29mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/23

$335

Wed 12/316:31 amEWR - SFO

1 stop8h 52mAmerican Airlines

Mon 1/129:00 amSFO - EWR

1 stop8h 27mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$358

Sun 12/285:50 amEWR - SFO

1 stop10h 23mMultiple Airlines

Wed 1/77:00 amSFO - EWR

Nonstop5h 29mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$380

Sun 12/285:50 amEWR - SFO

1 stop10h 23mMultiple Airlines

Mon 1/267:00 amSFO - EWR

Nonstop5h 29mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$390

Thu 12/259:00 amEWR - SFO

1 stop11h 10mHawaiian Airlines

Thu 1/17:00 amSFO - EWR

Nonstop5h 41mHawaiian Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$402

Thu 12/256:20 pmEWR - SFO

Nonstop6h 26mAlaska Airlines

Thu 1/19:15 pmSFO - EWR

Nonstop5h 34mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$407

Sat 12/277:30 amEWR - SFO

Nonstop6h 27mAlaska Airlines

Wed 12/319:15 pmSFO - EWR

Nonstop5h 34mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$420

Tue 12/234:31 pmEWR - SFO

1 stop9h 28mAmerican Airlines

Sat 1/176:00 amSFO - EWR

1 stop10h 52mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/20

$427

Best flights from Newark to San Francisco
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Newark to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 23, 2025.

Fri 5/155:25 pmEWR - SFO

1 stop18h 53mAlaska Airlines

Mon 5/188:45 pmSFO - EWR

1 stop14h 44mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$238

Sat 1/107:00 amEWR - SFO

Nonstop6h 23mUnited Airlines

Tue 1/2010:50 pmSFO - EWR

Nonstop5h 19mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$252

Thu 4/164:29 pmEWR - SFO

1 stop9h 23mAlaska Airlines

Sat 5/28:15 amSFO - EWR

Nonstop5h 41mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$238

Sat 1/176:00 amEWR - SFO

Nonstop6h 39mUnited Airlines

Sat 5/161:00 pmSFO - EWR

Nonstop5h 35mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$252

Sat 1/247:29 pmEWR - SFO

1 stop15h 09mAlaska Airlines

Sat 2/77:00 amSFO - EWR

1 stop8h 24mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$238

Thu 2/195:30 pmEWR - SFO

1 stop9h 14mAlaska Airlines

Fri 2/207:50 amSFO - EWR

1 stop8h 09mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$238

Fri 1/236:08 pmEWR - SFO

1 stop22h 52mAlaska Airlines

Sun 1/257:00 amSFO - EWR

Nonstop5h 29mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$246

Mon 3/96:12 pmEWR - SFO

Nonstop6h 49mAlaska Airlines

Thu 3/126:00 amSFO - EWR

Nonstop5h 29mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$248

Wed 1/215:30 pmEWR - SFO

Nonstop6h 38mAlaska Airlines

Thu 2/57:00 amSFO - EWR

1 stop8h 24mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$252

Sun 1/184:36 pmEWR - SFO

1 stop9h 27mAlaska Airlines

Wed 1/287:00 amSFO - EWR

Nonstop5h 29mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$252

Thu 1/225:30 pmEWR - SFO

Nonstop6h 38mAlaska Airlines

Sun 2/86:00 amSFO - EWR

1 stop9h 24mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$258

Tue 3/176:12 pmEWR - SFO

Nonstop6h 49mAlaska Airlines

Sat 3/217:20 amSFO - EWR

Nonstop5h 35mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$258

Last-minute flights from Newark to San Francisco
Discover last-minute flight deals from Newark to San Francisco. Data last updated December 23, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Fri 1/96:00 pmEWR - SFO

2 stops22h 31mMultiple Airlines

Wed 1/149:42 pmSFO - EWR

1 stop15h 53mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$245

Mon 1/125:59 amEWR - SFO

1 stop10h 19mMultiple Airlines

Thu 1/157:00 amSFO - EWR

1 stop8h 24mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$239

Wed 1/146:00 amEWR - SFO

1 stop8h 28mDelta

Tue 1/2010:54 pmSFO - EWR

1 stop6h 58mDelta

Deal found 12/22

$237

Wed 1/145:30 pmEWR - SFO

Nonstop6h 38mAlaska Airlines

Wed 1/217:00 amSFO - EWR

Nonstop5h 29mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$242

Thu 1/155:30 pmEWR - SFO

Nonstop6h 38mMultiple Airlines

Sun 1/1811:12 pmSFO - EWR

1 stop8h 23mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$236

Sun 1/185:30 pmEWR - SFO

Nonstop6h 38mAlaska Airlines

Mon 1/267:00 amSFO - EWR

Nonstop5h 29mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$247

Wed 1/216:10 amEWR - SFO

2 stops20h 31mMultiple Airlines

Sat 1/247:00 amSFO - EWR

1 stop8h 24mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$240

Wed 1/216:08 pmEWR - SFO

1 stop19h 34mAlaska Airlines

Sun 1/257:00 amSFO - EWR

Nonstop5h 29mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$241

Thu 1/227:29 pmEWR - SFO

1 stop15h 09mAlaska Airlines

Sat 1/247:00 amSFO - EWR

1 stop8h 24mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$238

Fri 1/236:08 pmEWR - SFO

1 stop26h 51mAlaska Airlines

Fri 1/307:00 amSFO - EWR

Nonstop5h 29mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$246

Wed 1/285:30 pmEWR - SFO

Nonstop6h 38mAlaska Airlines

Tue 2/34:46 pmSFO - EWR

1 stop22h 38mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$235

Sat 1/318:00 amEWR - SFO

2 stops11h 01mAmerican Airlines

Sat 2/79:00 amSFO - EWR

1 stop8h 27mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$244

One-way flights from Newark to San Francisco
Search for one-way flight options from Newark to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated December 23, 2025.

Mon 2/235:06 amEWR - SFO

2 stops15h 52mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$133

Sat 1/176:00 amEWR - SFO

3 stops20h 07mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$134

Fri 1/235:40 pmEWR - SFO

2 stops33h 01mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$135

Fri 1/2310:30 pmEWR - SFO

2 stops28h 11mFrontier

Deal found 12/21

$136

Tue 1/275:00 amEWR - SFO

3 stops21h 41mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/21

$137

Wed 1/79:05 amEWR - SFO

1 stop16h 54mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$138

Thu 1/155:30 pmEWR - SFO

Nonstop6h 38mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$139

Thu 1/156:00 amEWR - SFO

2 stops17h 47mFrontier

Deal found 12/22

$140

Tue 1/65:59 amEWR - SFO

2 stops15h 25mFrontier

Deal found 12/23

$141

Sat 1/249:05 pmEWR - SFO

2 stops23h 49mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/22

$144

Find flight deals from Newark to San Francisco

Most accurate provider	eDreams 3 stars
Most trusted provider	eDreams 3 stars
Round-trip from	$235 (Alaska Airlines)
One-way from	$133 (Kiwi.com)
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	January
Average price	$542
Good round-trip deal	$325 or less
Good one-way deal	$179 or less

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Depart

Return

Price

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Fri 5/15

5:25 pm-9:18 am

1 stop18h 53m

San Francisco

Mon 5/18

8:45 pm-2:29 pm

1 stop14h 44m

$238

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Thu 4/16

4:29 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop9h 23m

San Francisco

Sat 5/2

8:15 am-4:56 pm

Nonstop5h 41m

$238

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Sat 1/24

7:29 pm-7:38 am

1 stop15h 09m

San Francisco

Sat 2/7

7:00 am-6:24 pm

1 stop8h 24m

$238

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Thu 2/19

5:30 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop9h 14m

San Francisco

Fri 2/20

7:50 am-6:59 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$238

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Fri 1/23

6:08 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop22h 52m

San Francisco

Sun 1/25

7:00 am-3:29 pm

Nonstop5h 29m

$246

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Mon 3/9

6:12 pm-10:01 pm

Nonstop6h 49m

San Francisco

Thu 3/12

6:00 am-2:29 pm

Nonstop5h 29m

$248

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Sat 1/10

7:00 am-10:23 am

Nonstop6h 23m

San Francisco

Tue 1/20

10:50 pm-7:09 am

Nonstop5h 19m

$252

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Sat 1/17

6:00 am-9:39 am

Nonstop6h 39m

San Francisco

Sat 5/16

1:00 pm-9:35 pm

Nonstop5h 35m

$252

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Wed 1/21

5:30 pm-9:08 pm

Nonstop6h 38m

San Francisco

Thu 2/5

7:00 am-6:24 pm

1 stop8h 24m

$252

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Sun 1/18

4:36 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop9h 27m

San Francisco

Wed 1/28

7:00 am-3:29 pm

Nonstop5h 29m

$252

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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 December.

Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
Expedia	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*1 star
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Cheapflightsfares	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*2 stars
CheapTicketsDeal	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.com	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Cheapfaremart	Price Accuracy-	Trust Score*1 star
Trip.com	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Priceline	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicket	Price Accuracy-	Trust Score*1 star

*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 eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Newark Airport-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >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.

Best time to book a flight from Newark to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Newark Airport to San Francisco

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Airlines

Delays

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 31 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to San Francisco (average of $110). Flying from Newark Airport to San Francisco in November is currently the most expensive (average of $237). 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?

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?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Newark Airport to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon 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 Newark Airport to San Francisco flights

Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Newark Airport to San Francisco trip

Airlines

United Airlines

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.

Alaska Airlines

Alaska's Premium Class offers extra legroom and free cocktails, ideal for added comfort.

Alaska Airlines' Wi-Fi is a flat fee, perfect for staying productive on longer flights.

Airports

EWR

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

SFO

Use BART for a cost-effective trip from SFO to downtown San Francisco, taking about 40 minutes.

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Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

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.

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

11,512 reviews

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

11,512 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

11,512 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Delta

7.9

Good

8,014 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

11,512 reviews

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

2,820 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

11,512 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

9,105 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

11,512 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

American Airlines

7.2

Good

11,054 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

11,512 reviews

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

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 44 inbound flights from Newark per day. 9 airlines have flights to San Francisco from Newark on a regular basis.
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 fly from Newark Airport to San Francisco in about 18h 53m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance from Newark Airport to San Francisco is about 2557 mi.
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 $92. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are JetBlue, from $118, and Frontier, from $136. These flights start at 78% 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 Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $91. Frontier flights start at $117 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $117 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 (96%), ANA (92%) and Japan Airlines (92%).
What are the cheapest flights from Newark Airport to San Francisco?
The cheapest flight price from Newark Airport to San Francisco is $100. On average you can expect to pay $1,284. The most popular route, (Newark - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $195.
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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to San Francisco (average of $110). Flying from Newark Airport to San Francisco in November is currently the most expensive (average of $237). 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

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$92	Average$185	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
JetBlue	Cheapest$128	Average$339	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Frontier	Cheapest$136	Average$290	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Hawaiian Airlines	Cheapest$198	Average$387	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time85%
Delta	Cheapest$208	Average$324	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Alaska Airlines	Cheapest$230	Average$387	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%
Sun Country Air	Cheapest$238	Average$378	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time83%
United Airlines	Cheapest$239	Average$449	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
American Airlines	Cheapest$267	Average$466	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%

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$133+ Cheap flights from Newark (EWR) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Cheapest flights from Newark to San FranciscoExplore 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 December 23, 2025.

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 December 23, 2025.

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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 December 23, 2025.