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Cheap flights from New York to San Francisco from $184

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United Airlines Logo
06:15 - 11:56LGA-SFO
8h 41m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
08:25 - 18:44SFO-LGA
7h 19m1 stop
$366United Airlines
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Fri, 31 Oct - Mon, 10 Nov
Delta Logo
12:45 - 16:11JFK-SFO
6h 26mdirect
Delta Logo
13:55 - 22:28SFO-JFK
5h 33mdirect
$366Delta
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Sat, 8 Nov - Wed, 19 Nov
JetBlue Logo
09:00 - 12:40JFK-SFO
6h 40mdirect
JetBlue Logo
07:00 - 15:28SFO-JFK
5h 28mdirect
$372JetBlue
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Thu, 20 Nov - Fri, 5 Dec
Alaska Airlines Logo
16:23 - 23:48JFK-SFO
10h 25m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
09:10 - 17:51SFO-JFK
5h 41mdirect
$373Alaska Airlines
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Fri, 16 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan
Alaska Airlines Logo
16:10 - 22:59EWR-SFO
9h 49m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
08:00 - 16:42SFO-EWR
5h 42mdirect
$380Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 3 Mar - Wed, 4 Mar
Alaska Airlines Logo
07:00 - 15:50JFK-SFO
11h 50m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:13 - 22:28SFO-JFK
9h 15m1 stop
$380Alaska Airlines
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Wed, 7 Jan - Tue, 20 Jan
JetBlue Logo
06:50 - 10:20JFK-SFO
6h 30mdirect
JetBlue Logo
23:39 - 08:02SFO-JFK
5h 23mdirect
$389JetBlue
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Fri, 31 Oct - Fri, 14 Nov
Southwest Logo
14:45 - 21:25LGA-SFO
9h 40m1 stop
Southwest Logo
06:25 - 20:15SFO-LGA
10h 50m1 stop
$389Southwest
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Fri, 31 Oct - Sat, 8 Nov
Southwest Logo
06:05 - 15:05LGA-SFO
12h 00m1 stop
Southwest Logo
12:50 - 23:20SFO-LGA
7h 30m1 stop
$404Southwest
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Sun, 9 Nov - Fri, 14 Nov
Frontier Logo
22:58 - 08:08LGA-SFO
12h 10m1 stop
Frontier Logo
08:00 - 21:05SFO-LGA
10h 05m1 stop
$464Frontier
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Wed, 26 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec

United Airlines flights from New York to San Francisco

Our best United Airlines deals on New York to San Francisco flight tickets
United Airlines
31 Oct
LGA06:15New York LaGuardia
8h 41m
1 stop
SFO11:56San Francisco
10 Nov
SFO08:25San Francisco
7h 19m
1 stop
LGA18:44New York LaGuardia
$366
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United Airlines
24 Oct
EWR14:45Newark
5h 56m
SFO17:41San Francisco
31 Oct
SFO23:55San Francisco
5h 20m
EWR08:15Newark
$389
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United Airlines
17 Dec
LGA07:15New York LaGuardia
9h 20m
1 stop
SFO13:35San Francisco
10 Jan
SFO08:25San Francisco
7h 19m
1 stop
LGA18:44New York LaGuardia
$400
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Delta flights from New York to San Francisco

Our best Delta deals on New York to San Francisco flight tickets
Delta
8 Nov
JFK19:40New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 43m
SFO23:23San Francisco
16 Nov
SFO15:45San Francisco
5h 30m
JFK00:15New York John F Kennedy Intl
$366
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Delta
31 Oct
LGA06:00New York LaGuardia
7h 33m
1 stop
SFO10:33San Francisco
14 Nov
SFO11:45San Francisco
8h 20m
1 stop
LGA23:05New York LaGuardia
$381
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Delta
31 Oct
JFK21:55New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 34m
SFO01:29San Francisco
8 Nov
SFO14:20San Francisco
5h 39m
JFK22:59New York John F Kennedy Intl
$383
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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, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 12 October 2025.
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New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Fri 31/10

06:15-11:56

1 stop8h 41m

San Francisco

Mon 10/11

08:25-18:44

1 stop7h 19m

$366

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 8/11

12:45-16:11

Nonstop6h 26m

San Francisco

Wed 19/11

13:55-22:28

Nonstop5h 33m

$366

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 20/11

09:00-12:40

Nonstop6h 40m

San Francisco

Fri 5/12

07:00-15:28

Nonstop5h 28m

$372

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 16/1

16:23-23:48

1 stop10h 25m

San Francisco

Sun 18/1

09:10-17:51

Nonstop5h 41m

$373

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Tue 3/3

16:10-22:59

1 stop9h 49m

San Francisco

Wed 4/3

08:00-16:42

Nonstop5h 42m

$380

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 7/1

07:00-15:50

1 stop11h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 20/1

10:13-22:28

1 stop9h 15m

$380

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 31/10

06:50-10:20

Nonstop6h 30m

San Francisco

Fri 14/11

23:39-08:02

Nonstop5h 23m

$389

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Fri 31/10

14:45-21:25

1 stop9h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 8/11

06:25-20:15

1 stop10h 50m

$389

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Sun 9/11

06:05-15:05

1 stop12h 00m

San Francisco

Fri 14/11

12:50-23:20

1 stop7h 30m

$404

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Wed 26/11

22:58-08:08

1 stop12h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 3/12

08:00-21:05

1 stop10h 05m

$464

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from New York to San Francisco

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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 March instead. Flights to San Francisco in March, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $551.

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

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to San Francisco from New York. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $1,482. 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 Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from New York to San Francisco for around $2,452.

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 in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from New York to San Francisco in the morning for as low as $481. 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 evening when prices are $2,232 on average. Flights to San Francisco from New York in the evening 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?

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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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $607 when searching weeks before you fly. 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 $526 on momondo.

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

There are 3 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.

Can stopping save me money on New York to San Francisco flights?

You could potentially save up to 17% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to San Francisco flight.

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

As of October 2025, prices for New York to San Francisco flights are approximately 22% 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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Fastest flight time

6h 00m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Francisco

1 airport
The fastest flight from New York to San Francisco takes 6h 00m
Direct flights go from New York to San Francisco every day.
There is 1 airport near San Francisco: San Francisco (SFO)
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  • 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 11m, 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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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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