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Cheap flights from New York to San Francisco from $220

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 15/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — SFO
25 Nov — 2 Des1
1 adult

The best prices from New York to San Francisco are usually found in February or January, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Friday

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Customise your flight search to find flights from New York to San Francisco that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 726,782 searches. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

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New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Rab 22/1

08:00-11:40

Nonstop6h 40m

San Francisco

Rab 22/1

15:20-23:48

Nonstop5h 28m

$404

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Min 19/1

10:20-15:38

1 stop8h 18m

San Francisco

Sab 25/1

06:15-17:12

1 stop7h 57m

$405

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Min 19/1

19:05-22:57

Nonstop6h 52m

San Francisco

Min 26/1

09:00-17:40

Nonstop5h 40m

$413

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Jum 17/1

16:00-19:46

Nonstop6h 46m

San Francisco

Sen 20/1

09:15-15:00

1 stop26h 45m

$422

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Jum 10/1

16:00-21:14

1 stop8h 14m

San Francisco

Sab 18/1

16:40-01:16

Nonstop5h 36m

$433

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Rab 11/12

11:48-16:58

1 stop8h 10m

San Francisco

Min 15/12

18:18-10:57

1 stop13h 39m

$438

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Sel 4/2

06:05-13:23

1 stop10h 18m

San Francisco

Sen 24/2

00:40-11:58

1 stop8h 18m

$439

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Kam 12/12

09:00-12:40

Nonstop6h 40m

San Francisco

Sen 16/12

21:23-05:50

Nonstop5h 27m

$441

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Jum 10/1

12:00-18:05

1 stop9h 05m

San Francisco

Rab 22/1

12:45-23:42

1 stop7h 57m

$442

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Sel 28/1

17:00-22:35

1 stop8h 35m

San Francisco

Jum 31/1

10:35-22:25

1 stop8h 50m

$451

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Cheap flight deals from New York to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 20 November 2024.

Round-trip from

$404

One-way from

$220

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February
JetBlue
  • JetBlue
  • 22/1-22/1
  • Nonstop
  • 12h 08m total
  • New York to San Francisco
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 15/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 13m total
  • New York to San Francisco
High demand for flights, 20% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 23% potential price drop

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Cheapest flights from New York to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 November 2024.

Sel 10/1214:55JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 41mDelta
Sel 7/107:00SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 29mDelta
Deal found 20/11$427
Sel 10/1207:15JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 38mJetBlue
Sel 10/1213:19SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 40mJetBlue
Deal found 19/11$431
Kam 12/1214:00EWR - SFO
Nonstop6h 25mUnited Airlines
Jum 17/123:59SFO - EWR
1 stop7h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11$434
Rab 11/1211:48EWR - SFO
1 stop8h 10mSun Country Air
Min 15/1218:18SFO - EWR
1 stop13h 39mSun Country Air
Deal found 19/11$438
Sel 10/1213:20EWR - SFO
1 stop9h 20mDelta
Sab 14/1217:10SFO - EWR
1 stop9h 40mDelta
Deal found 18/11$439
Kam 12/1209:00EWR - SFO
Nonstop6h 40mAlaska Airlines
Sen 16/1221:23SFO - EWR
Nonstop5h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 20/11$441
Kam 12/1209:30JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 47mAlaska Airlines
Sen 16/1214:25SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 20/11$441
Jum 13/1217:25LGA - SFO
1 stop8h 43mUnited Airlines
Sen 16/1200:30SFO - LGA
1 stop7h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11$448
Sab 14/1206:00LGA - SFO
1 stop7h 55mDelta
Sel 7/106:00SFO - LGA
1 stop6h 59mDelta
Deal found 20/11$456
Jum 13/1221:45LGA - SFO
1 stop14h 55mSouthwest
Rab 18/1207:55SFO - LGA
2 stops10h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 20/11$528
Rab 4/1210:59LGA - SFO
1 stop12h 51mFrontier
Sab 7/1223:59SFO - LGA
1 stop8h 31mFrontier
Deal found 19/11$537
Sen 9/1211:31JFK - SFO
1 stop8h 20mSun Country Air
Jum 13/1218:05SFO - JFK
1 stop13h 30mSun Country Air
Deal found 18/11$599

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Travel insights for flights from New York to San Francisco

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from New York to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 85 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 $879). Flying from New York to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,167). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 20 November 2024.

When flying from New York to San Francisco, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from New York to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from New York 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 20 November 2024.

The most flights from NYC to SFO are scheduled on a Wednesday (148 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (57 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 - 112.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

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 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

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 20 November 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and Delta from New York to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.1
Very Good
5,015 reviews
8.1
Very Good
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very Good
9,458 reviews
8.1
Very Good
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very Good
8,759 reviews
8.1
Very Good
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.5
Good
3,395 reviews
8.1
Very Good
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.4
Good
9,173 reviews
8.1
Very Good
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York 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 New York?

    Most people fly into San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight to San Francisco from New York. On average, San Francisco has 105 inbound flights from New York per day from 0 airlines. San Francisco is conveniently located just 19.0 km from San Francisco’s city centre.

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

    JetBlue, at $404, was found to be the cheapest airline from New York to San Francisco.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Delta. Users have found that JetBlue is 40% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Alaska Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $220. Delta flights start at $221 while deals on United Airlines start at $227 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?

    Before booking your flight to San Francisco from New York, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Korean Air (97%), Kenya Airways (95%), Delta( 93%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $191. While the most popular route (Newark - San Francisco) can be booked for $524 on average our data indicates $1,188 when flying from New York to San Francisco.

  • 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 holiday 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 $879). Flying from New York to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,167). 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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