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Cheap flights from Newark Airport to San Francisco from $209

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 30/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — SFO
4 May — 11 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Newark to San Francisco are usually found in January or April, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Monday

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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 4 April 2026.

Mon 1/613:30
EWR
-
SFO
1 stop12h 34m
Frontier
Thu 18/623:52
SFO
-
EWR
1 stop9h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 31/3$364
Fri 29/513:30
EWR
-
SFO
1 stop12h 34m
Frontier
Sun 14/623:52
SFO
-
EWR
1 stop9h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 31/3$371
Tue 21/413:00
EWR
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 11m
United Airlines
Sat 25/414:30
SFO
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 47m
United Airlines
Deal found 31/3$374
Sat 2/509:30
EWR
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 35m
United Airlines
Thu 7/507:15
SFO
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 31/3$375
Wed 12/814:45
EWR
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 03m
United Airlines
Mon 17/823:59
SFO
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/4$378
Sat 6/606:00
EWR
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 09m
United Airlines
Sat 12/923:59
SFO
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/4$380
Fri 1/506:00
EWR
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 30m
United Airlines
Sun 3/507:15
SFO
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 31/3$385
Fri 1/516:31
EWR
-
SFO
1 stop9h 30m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 4/521:19
SFO
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/4$388
Thu 30/407:59
EWR
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/523:59
SFO
-
EWR
1 stop9h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4$390
Mon 1/613:30
EWR
-
SFO
1 stop12h 34m
Frontier
Sun 14/623:52
SFO
-
EWR
1 stop9h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 31/3$393
Wed 22/406:00
EWR
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 30m
United Airlines
Fri 24/416:10
SFO
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 47m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/4$394
Wed 27/508:30
EWR
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 28m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 2/621:25
SFO
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/4$395

Find flight deals from Newark to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Newark (EWR) 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 4 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$364

One-way from

$203

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$565

Good round-trip deal

$1,110 or less
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 1/6-18/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 12m total
  • Newark to San Francisco
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 27/5
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 28m total
  • Newark to San Francisco
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($20 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Sat 2/5

09:30-13:05

Nonstop6h 35m

San Francisco

Fri 8/5

16:10-00:56

Nonstop5h 46m

$404

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Fri 24/4

07:05-10:25

Nonstop6h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 28/4

06:00-14:37

Nonstop5h 37m

$404

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Tue 5/5

10:39-16:57

1 stop9h 18m

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

22:55-08:41

1 stop6h 46m

$433

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Tue 25/8

18:55-23:52

1 stop7h 57m

San Francisco

Wed 2/9

19:00-06:08

1 stop8h 08m

$433

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Fri 17/4

07:05-10:25

Nonstop6h 20m

San Francisco

Fri 24/4

14:30-23:17

Nonstop5h 47m

$439

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Fri 24/4

16:31-23:01

1 stop9h 30m

San Francisco

Fri 1/5

21:19-06:03

Nonstop5h 44m

$468

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Sat 25/4

16:00-19:18

Nonstop6h 18m

San Francisco

Thu 30/4

11:15-19:47

Nonstop5h 32m

$503

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Tue 26/5

18:00-21:28

Nonstop6h 28m

San Francisco

Tue 2/6

22:35-07:00

Nonstop5h 25m

$504
Fastest return journey

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Thu 23/7

07:00-09:59

Nonstop5h 59m

San Francisco

Mon 27/7

23:59-08:28

Nonstop5h 29m

$517

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Thu 16/4

18:30-23:59

1 stop8h 29m

San Francisco

Tue 21/4

16:40-06:00

2 stops10h 20m

$603

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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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Newark to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 2 April 2026.

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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to San Francisco (average of $187). Flying from Newark Airport to San Francisco in November is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Newark 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 4 April 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 80% on flights from Newark Airport to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Newark Airport to San Francisco?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Newark 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 Newark?

    Located just 17.7 km from the city centre, San Francisco is the airport most travellers will use when flying to San Francisco from Newark. Booking flights from Newark to San Francisco (SFO) should be relatively easy as there are 45 daily inbound flights from Newark from 0 different airlines.

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

    Departing from Newark Airport to San Francisco will take you 6h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 4115 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Newark Airport to San Francisco?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Newark Airport to San Francisco consider choosing Qantas Airways(100%), Hawaiian Airlines(90%) or American Airlines(89%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from Newark Airport to San Francisco is generally $2,119, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $954. When looking at the most popular route, (Newark - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $358 for that flight.

  • 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 holiday 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to San Francisco (average of $187). Flying from Newark Airport to San Francisco in November is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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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