What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to New York?

Delta, Southwest, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to New York

How many flights depart from San Francisco to New York on average per day?

As of September 2025, 118 flights take off from San Francisco and land in New York each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 22:00, with 52% of daily flights taking off at midday.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to New York on average per week?

830 flights are operational weekly from San Francisco to New York as of September 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Thu, with 19% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to New York were last updated today.

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The number of operators available for flights from San Francisco Airport to New York is 1 as of September 2025.

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

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 San Francisco Airport to New York.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New York may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at New York. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to New York from San Francisco, with most prices found around $481. The month of March is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $517.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New York?

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to New York from San Francisco. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was $567. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from San Francisco because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $915.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New York?

Our data shows that the cheapest San Francisco to New York flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to New York in the evening for as low as $603. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to New York is in the morning when prices are around $749.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight to New York?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New York from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York for around $597 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New York from San Francisco for as low as $516 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to New York 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 flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for San Francisco to New York flights are approximately 19% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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How far is San Francisco to New York by plane?
The straight-line distance from San Francisco to New York is 4125.5 km. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 5h 23m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to New York?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to New York were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to New York?
The number of operators available for flights from San Francisco Airport to New York is 1 as of September 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to New York?
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 San Francisco Airport to New York.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New York may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at New York. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from San Francisco to New York?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from San Francisco to New York is Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 (15.72% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) (13.93%), Boeing 737 MAX 9 (12.41%), and Airbus A321 (sharklets) (12.10%).
What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to New York?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from San Francisco to New York is Alaska Airlines (100% of total bookings).

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The lowest priced Alaska Airlines flight from San Francisco to New York from the last 72 hours was $179. Generally, Alaska Airlines has 33 flights on this route every week with an average price of $341. Alaska Airlines is rated 8.0/10 by our users.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to New York from San Francisco, with most prices found around $481. The month of March is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $517.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New York?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New York?

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight to New York?

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to New York 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 flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for San Francisco to New York flights are approximately 19% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to New York?

Delta, Southwest, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to New York

How many flights depart from San Francisco to New York on average per day?

As of September 2025, 118 flights take off from San Francisco and land in New York each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 22:00, with 52% of daily flights taking off at midday.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to New York on average per week?

830 flights are operational weekly from San Francisco to New York as of September 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Thu, with 19% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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