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Cheap flights from New York to San Francisco from $116

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07:59 - 07:16JFK-SFO
26h 17m1 stop
22:59 - 06:30SFO-JFK
28h 31m1 stop
$213Frontier
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9h 42m1 stop
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$159United Airlines
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9h 37m1 stop
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10h 18m1 stop
$176Delta
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6h 56mdirect
$192Alaska Airlines
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6h 52mdirect
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6h 46mdirect
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17h 17m1 stop
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17h 20m1 stop
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5h 20mdirect
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17h 20m1 stop
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7h 19m1 stop
$676United Airlines
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$702JetBlue
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$304Alaska Airlines
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6h 52mdirect
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Alaska Airlines flights from New York to San Francisco

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on New York to San Francisco flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
12 Feb
JFK16:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 46m
SFO19:46San Francisco
19 Feb
SFO14:34San Francisco
5h 25m
JFK22:59New York John F Kennedy Intl
Alaska Airlines
12 Feb
JFK11:30New York John F Kennedy Intl
9h 37m
1 stop
SFO18:07San Francisco
18 Feb
SFO14:34San Francisco
5h 25m
JFK22:59New York John F Kennedy Intl
Alaska Airlines
19 Feb
JFK16:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 02m
SFO20:02San Francisco
26 Feb
SFO06:31San Francisco
5h 29m
JFK15:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

Delta flights from New York to San Francisco

Our best Delta deals on New York to San Francisco flight tickets
Delta
12 Feb
JFK07:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 52m
SFO10:52San Francisco
19 Feb
SFO07:00San Francisco
5h 29m
JFK15:29New York John F Kennedy Intl
Delta
12 Feb
LGA07:55New York LaGuardia
8h 25m
1 stop
SFO13:20San Francisco
15 Feb
SFO22:45San Francisco
10h 05m
1 stop
LGA11:50New York LaGuardia
Delta
18 Feb
JFK07:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 52m
SFO10:52San Francisco
28 Feb
SFO14:25San Francisco
5h 31m
JFK22:56New York John F Kennedy Intl

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and San Francisco?

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to San Francisco from New York during January instead. Flights to San Francisco in January, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $593.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to San Francisco from New York. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was $0. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. When flying out on a Thursday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from New York to San Francisco for around $543.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to San Francisco is at midday. momondo users have found flights departing from New York to San Francisco at midday for as low as $0. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $536 on average. Flights to San Francisco from New York in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest New York to San Francisco flight route?

Fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco for the best New York - San Francisco flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to San Francisco?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from New York when booking 15 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $696 when searching 15 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from New York for as low as $573 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New York to San Francisco flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to San Francisco flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have New York to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2025, prices for New York to San Francisco flights are approximately 10% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from New York to San Francisco

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from New York to San Francisco according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best price found

$116

Fastest flight time

6h 09m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Francisco

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Francisco from New York in the past 72 hours is $116. The best return flight deal from New York to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $213.
The fastest flight from New York to San Francisco takes 6h 09m
Direct flights go from New York to San Francisco every day.
There is 1 airport near San Francisco: San Francisco (SFO)

  • How far is New York to San Francisco by plane?

    A flight from New York to San Francisco will travel around 4125.5 km. Flights usually cover this in 6h 09m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to San Francisco Airport?

    Prices for flights from New York to San Francisco Airport are updated daily.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from New York to San Francisco Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to San Francisco Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your San Francisco Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from New York to San Francisco?


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It is quick and easy to find New York to San Francisco flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to San Francisco that suits you.

Can I find flights from New York to San Francisco with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from New York to San Francisco with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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