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Cheap flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from $159

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KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to New York.
20:10 - 04:46SFO-JFK
5h 36mdirect
08:20 - 12:04JFK-SFO
6h 44mdirect
$307JetBlue
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Tue, 29 Apr - Wed, 30 Apr
10:34 - 19:20SFO-JFK
5h 46mdirect
20:30 - 00:31JFK-SFO
7h 01mdirect
$316JetBlue
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Wed, 23 Apr - Sat, 26 Apr
23:15 - 07:59SFO-JFK
5h 44mdirect
13:00 - 16:35JFK-SFO
6h 35mdirect
$321Hawaiian Airlines
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Sat, 3 May - Sat, 10 May
09:10 - 22:59SFO-JFK
10h 49m1 stop
20:08 - 23:54JFK-SFO
6h 46mdirect
$326Alaska Airlines
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16:49 - 06:00SFO-JFK
10h 11m1 stop
20:08 - 23:54JFK-SFO
6h 46mdirect
$332Alaska Airlines
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10:33 - 22:59SFO-JFK
9h 26m1 stop
07:20 - 15:53JFK-SFO
11h 33m1 stop
$346Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 29 Apr - Tue, 6 May
16:15 - 00:56SFO-JFK
5h 41mdirect
19:40 - 23:29JFK-SFO
6h 49mdirect
$348Delta
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Sat, 24 May - Thu, 29 May
00:11 - 11:59SFO-JFK
8h 48m1 stop
06:59 - 13:03JFK-SFO
9h 04m1 stop
$375Frontier
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Fri, 2 May - Sat, 10 May
07:05 - 15:45SFO-JFK
5h 40mdirect
07:00 - 10:36JFK-SFO
6h 36mdirect
$408Delta
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Tue, 29 Apr - Tue, 6 May
06:41 - 15:29SFO-JFK
5h 48mdirect
16:30 - 23:53JFK-SFO
10h 23m1 stop
$450Hawaiian Airlines
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Hawaiian Airlines flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

Our best Hawaiian Airlines deals on San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight tickets
Hawaiian Airlines
3 May
SFO23:15San Francisco
5h 44m
JFK07:59New York John F Kennedy Intl
10 May
JFK13:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 35m
SFO16:35San Francisco
Hawaiian Airlines
25 May
SFO06:41San Francisco
5h 48m
JFK15:29New York John F Kennedy Intl
31 May
JFK16:30New York John F Kennedy Intl
10h 23m
1 stop
SFO23:53San Francisco
Hawaiian Airlines
12 Apr
SFO17:57San Francisco
10h 02m
1 stop
JFK06:59New York John F Kennedy Intl
21 Apr
JFK20:07New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 52m
SFO23:59San Francisco

Alaska Airlines flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
3 May
SFO09:10San Francisco
10h 49m
1 stop
JFK22:59New York John F Kennedy Intl
10 May
JFK20:08New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 46m
SFO23:54San Francisco
Alaska Airlines
12 Apr
SFO18:10San Francisco
8h 50m
1 stop
JFK06:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
22 Apr
JFK10:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 34m
SFO13:34San Francisco
Alaska Airlines
29 Apr
SFO10:33San Francisco
9h 26m
1 stop
JFK22:59New York John F Kennedy Intl
6 May
JFK07:20New York John F Kennedy Intl
11h 33m
1 stop
SFO15:53San Francisco

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

The cheapest month to fly to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from San Francisco is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $512, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport during the month of February, then flying in January is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $520.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

The cheapest day to depart from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is on a Friday. Travellers who choose to depart for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport on a Friday will often find tickets for as low as $625. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Wednesday because tickets tend to average around $1,075. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

The cheapest time of day to fly to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $0. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is in the morning when prices are around $823.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from San Francisco when booking 16 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport for around $677 when searching 16 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from San Francisco for as low as $601 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl flights?

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

How have San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of March 2025, prices for San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights are approximately 1% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

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The best one-way flight to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $159. The best return flight deal from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $307.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport takes 5h 25m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport every day.

  • How far is San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl by plane?

    A flight from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl will travel around 4145.4 km. Flights usually cover this in 5h 30m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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  • Alaska Airlines Flights From San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

    Across 8 Alaska Airlines flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport this week, the average price was $425, with the best Alaska Airlines deals starting from $179 round-trip. 9,797 users have rated Alaska Airlines on momondo, with an average score of 8.0/10.


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