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Cheap flights from New York to San Francisco from $187

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 14/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — SFO
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from New York to San Francisco are usually found in January or February, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Friday

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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$350

One-way from

$187

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$590

Good round-trip deal

$1,579 or less

Good one-way deal

$363 or less
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 7/3-19/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 59m total
  • New York to San Francisco
Delta
  • Delta
  • 14/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 47m total
  • New York to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($166 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New York (NYC) to San Francisco.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New York (NYC) to San Francisco.

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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 21 February 2025.

Fri 7/316:30JFK - SFO
1 stop10h 15mAlaska Airlines
Wed 19/314:15SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 44mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 20/2$350
Fri 14/306:00LGA - SFO
1 stop7h 47mDelta
Tue 18/305:55SFO - LGA
1 stop7h 00mDelta
Deal found 20/2$356
Thu 27/210:00LGA - SFO
1 stop8h 26mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/323:55SFO - LGA
1 stop8h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/2$361
Tue 13/507:00EWR - SFO
1 stop8h 09mUnited Airlines
Tue 20/523:40SFO - EWR
Nonstop5h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/2$389
Mon 3/320:29JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 56mJetBlue
Wed 12/309:00SFO - JFK
1 stop9h 52mJetBlue
Deal found 19/2$394
Wed 19/307:30EWR - SFO
1 stop10h 12mAlaska Airlines
Tue 22/416:49SFO - EWR
1 stop9h 51mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 19/2$395
Thu 27/211:39EWR - SFO
1 stop9h 41mDelta
Sat 1/322:45SFO - EWR
1 stop7h 07mDelta
Deal found 20/2$403
Wed 9/406:10LGA - SFO
1 stop10h 45mSouthwest
Wed 30/405:40SFO - LGA
2 stops9h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 20/2$411
Sat 8/308:55JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 57mDelta
Sat 15/318:15SFO - JFK
1 stop10h 10mDelta
Deal found 21/2$439
Fri 7/316:30JFK - SFO
1 stop10h 15mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 6/423:15SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 41mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 21/2$494
Wed 16/411:21JFK - SFO
1 stop8h 32mSun Country Air
Fri 18/416:55SFO - JFK
1 stop14h 28mSun Country Air
Deal found 20/2$510
Sun 9/305:55EWR - SFO
1 stop10h 00mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/309:00SFO - EWR
1 stop8h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 20/2$533

Find flights from New York to San Francisco within your budget

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New York

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 7/3

16:30-23:45

1 stop10h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 19/3

14:15-22:59

Nonstop5h 44m

$350

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Fri 14/3

06:00-10:47

1 stop7h 47m

San Francisco

Wed 19/3

05:55-15:55

1 stop7h 00m

$356

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Tue 25/3

13:10-19:07

1 stop8h 57m

San Francisco

Thu 3/4

05:15-16:13

1 stop7h 58m

$361

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 7/4

20:07-23:59

Nonstop6h 52m

San Francisco

Sat 12/4

23:15-07:56

Nonstop5h 41m

$365

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/4

07:00-10:35

Nonstop6h 35m

San Francisco

Mon 14/4

22:50-07:28

Nonstop5h 38m

$372

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Tue 13/5

07:00-12:09

1 stop8h 09m

San Francisco

Tue 20/5

23:40-08:18

Nonstop5h 38m

$389

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/3

20:29-00:25

Nonstop6h 56m

San Francisco

Wed 12/3

09:00-21:52

1 stop9h 52m

$394

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Wed 19/3

07:30-14:42

1 stop10h 12m

San Francisco

Tue 22/4

16:49-05:40

1 stop9h 51m

$395

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Wed 9/4

06:10-13:55

1 stop10h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 30/4

05:40-18:05

2 stops9h 25m

$411

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Tue 8/4

07:00-12:36

1 stop8h 36m

San Francisco

Tue 8/4

22:45-08:41

1 stop6h 56m

$434

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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 14 February 2025.

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 86 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to San Francisco (average of $876). Flying from New York to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,375). 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 21 February 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from New York to San Francisco in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 76% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

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 21 February 2025.

The most flights from NYC to SFO are scheduled on a Thursday (136 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (53 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 21 February 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska 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.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

8.0
Very Good

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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 91 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?

    Alaska Airlines, at $350, was found to be the cheapest airline from New York to San Francisco.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and United Airlines. Users have found that Alaska Airlines is 50% 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 Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $187. Alaska Airlines flights start at $194 while deals on United Airlines start at $212 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: LOT (100%), Korean Air (100%), China Eastern( 94%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $359. While the most popular route (Newark - San Francisco) can be booked for $331 on average our data indicates $365 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to San Francisco (average of $876). Flying from New York to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,375). 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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