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Cheap flights from San Francisco to New York from $200

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 13/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — NYC
26 Nov — 3 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from San Francisco to New York are usually found in February or January, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to New York (NYC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

Round-trip from

$399

One-way from

$200

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February
JetBlue
  • JetBlue
  • 5/2-6/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 03m total
  • San Francisco to New York
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 13/1
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 38m total
  • San Francisco to New York
High demand for flights, 23% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 26% potential price drop

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 November 2024.

Tue 10/1209:30SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 37mDelta
Thu 9/107:00JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 52mDelta
Deal found 19/11$427
Wed 11/1208:30SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 34mJetBlue
Wed 11/1220:44JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 46mJetBlue
Deal found 20/11$439
Sat 7/1214:25SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 34mAlaska Airlines
Fri 31/113:00JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 20/11$450
Fri 6/1221:23SFO - EWR
Nonstop5h 27mAlaska Airlines
Wed 11/1207:30EWR - SFO
1 stop11h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 20/11$455
Tue 10/1212:00SFO - EWR
Nonstop5h 24mUnited Airlines
Wed 15/106:00EWR - SFO
1 stop8h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11$456
Tue 10/1205:40SFO - LGA
1 stop7h 15mDelta
Wed 8/112:59LGA - SFO
1 stop8h 47mDelta
Deal found 19/11$456
Mon 9/1200:38SFO - EWR
1 stop8h 37mDelta
Sat 14/1206:00EWR - SFO
1 stop7h 55mDelta
Deal found 20/11$470
Mon 9/1200:30SFO - LGA
1 stop7h 56mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/1210:00LGA - SFO
1 stop8h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11$471
Tue 10/1207:55SFO - LGA
2 stops10h 05mSouthwest
Fri 13/1221:45LGA - SFO
1 stop14h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 20/11$528
Sat 14/1217:58SFO - JFK
1 stop13h 37mSun Country Air
Tue 17/1211:38JFK - SFO
1 stop8h 35mSun Country Air
Deal found 20/11$576
Sun 15/1218:18SFO - EWR
1 stop13h 39mSun Country Air
Tue 17/1211:50EWR - SFO
1 stop8h 23mSun Country Air
Deal found 20/11$591
Sun 8/1207:40SFO - LGA
1 stop10h 38mJetBlue
Mon 6/115:45LGA - SFO
1 stop12h 00mJetBlue
Deal found 19/11$593

Find flights from San Francisco to New York within your budget

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San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Sun 9/2

23:10-09:57

1 stop7h 47m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 10/2

12:00-15:37

Nonstop6h 37m

$370

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Wed 15/1

06:15-17:12

1 stop7h 57m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 21/1

10:20-15:38

1 stop8h 18m

$405

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Sun 26/1

09:00-17:40

Nonstop5h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 31/1

14:55-18:41

Nonstop6h 46m

$407

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Sun 12/1

00:27-11:59

1 stop8h 32m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 22/1

16:10-22:16

1 stop9h 06m

$413

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Tue 7/1

06:19-15:00

Nonstop5h 41m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 11/1

17:29-12:52

1 stop22h 23m

$422

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Fri 24/1

00:40-13:59

1 stop10h 19m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 27/1

16:59-23:22

1 stop9h 23m

$442

San FranciscoNewark

SFO - EWR

SFOEWR

San Francisco

Sun 23/2

21:55-14:18

1 stop13h 23m

Newark

Wed 26/2

17:30-13:38

1 stop23h 08m

$451

San FranciscoNewark

SFO - EWR

SFOEWR

San Francisco

Tue 10/12

12:00-20:24

Nonstop5h 24m

Newark

Wed 15/1

06:00-11:29

1 stop8h 29m

$456

San FranciscoNewark

SFO - EWR

SFOEWR

San Francisco

Mon 9/12

00:38-12:15

1 stop8h 37m

Newark

Sat 14/12

06:00-10:55

1 stop7h 55m

$470

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Fri 25/4

17:50-10:25

1 stop13h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 29/4

11:23-16:40

1 stop8h 17m

$484

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to New York

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to New York

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to New York including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from San Francisco to New York. Price data was last updated on 15 November 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to New York, you should look to book at least 89 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 month to book a flight from San Francisco to New York?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New York (average of $1,186). Flying from San Francisco to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,455). 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 SFO to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to New York in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 37% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to New York. 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 21 November 2024.

The most flights from SFO to NYC are scheduled on a Wednesday (149 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (61 on average).

Rainfall in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York ranges from 71.0 - 114.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 114.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit New York when rainfall is around 71.0 mm.

Temperature in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 1.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated 21 November 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to New York, such as Alaska Airlines, Sun Country Air and JetBlue. 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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Very Good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.1
Very Good
5,014 reviews
8.1
Very Good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very Good
9,461 reviews
8.1
Very Good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very Good
8,756 reviews
8.1
Very Good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.5
Good
3,394 reviews
8.1
Very Good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
8.1
Very Good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to New York. 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 from for flights from San Francisco to New York?

    If you book a flight to New York from San Francisco, you will be flying from San Francisco, which is the city’s only airport. San Francisco (SFO) is located 19.0 km from the centre of San Francisco. There are 110 flights from San Francisco to New York per day from 1 airline.

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

    Currently priced at $399, JetBlue will fly you from San Francisco to New York and back. In addition to JetBlue, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $405 and $413, respectively. JetBlue is priced at 39% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $200 on Alaska Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include JetBlue from $207 and Delta from $212 one-way.

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

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

    Consider TAP AIR PORTUGAL (98%), Icelandair (98%) or Air Serbia (98%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to New York.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $622 for a flight from San Francisco to New York. The cheapest flight overall is $151 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - New York John F Kennedy Intl) is currently priced at $336.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to New York 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 San Francisco to New York?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New York (average of $1,186). Flying from San Francisco to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,455). 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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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$442Average$626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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