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Find cheap flights from New York to San Francisco from $192

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from New York to San Francisco departing on 10/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from New York to San Francisco, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from New York to San Francisco, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap flight deals from New York to San Francisco

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from New York to San Francisco that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
12:29 - 22:59LGA-SFO
13h 30m1 stop
23:59 - 11:37SFO-LGA
8h 38m1 stop
$274Frontier
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Wed, 1 May - Sat, 4 May
12:29 - 22:59LGA-SFO
13h 30m1 stop
23:59 - 11:37SFO-LGA
8h 38m1 stop
$276Frontier
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Wed, 1 May - Sat, 4 May
15:00 - 23:57LGA-SFO
11h 57m1 stop
22:45 - 10:49SFO-LGA
9h 04m1 stop
$384JetBlue
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Fri, 3 May - Sun, 5 May
06:15 - 12:57EWR-SFO
9h 42m1 stop
00:50 - 10:42SFO-EWR
6h 52m1 stop
$389Delta
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Sat, 4 May - Mon, 6 May
18:45 - 00:09EWR-SFO
8h 24m1 stop
19:15 - 06:17SFO-EWR
8h 02m1 stop
$390Delta
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Wed, 17 Apr - Mon, 22 Apr
09:00 - 12:20EWR-SFO
6h 20mdirect
22:10 - 06:55SFO-EWR
5h 45mdirect
$425Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 30 Apr - Tue, 7 May
17:55 - 21:28EWR-SFO
6h 33mdirect
22:10 - 06:55SFO-EWR
5h 45mdirect
$434Alaska Airlines
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Sat, 4 May - Tue, 7 May
16:30 - 23:55LGA-SFO
10h 25m1 stop
10:00 - 22:58SFO-LGA
9h 58m1 stop
$469JetBlue
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Mon, 9 Sep - Tue, 17 Sep
12:05 - 09:26EWR-SFO
24h 21m1 stop
17:50 - 12:24SFO-EWR
15h 34m1 stop
$480Sun Country Air
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Thu, 9 May - Mon, 13 May
12:05 - 09:26EWR-SFO
24h 21m1 stop
08:45 - 10:44SFO-EWR
22h 59m1 stop
$503Sun Country Air
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Thu, 9 May - Sun, 12 May

Flights from New York to San Francisco - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from New York to San Francisco to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for one-way flights from New York to San Francisco.
Our data shows that the cheapest route for a one-way flight from New York to San Francisco cost $223 and was between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and San Francisco. On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is $288.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to San Francisco?

The average price of all flights from New York to San Francisco clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to San Francisco on a Wednesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to fly from New York to San Francisco. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Saturday and avoiding Wednesdays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to San Francisco?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from New York to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from New York to San Francisco is February, where tickets cost $416 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of tickets is $681 and $661 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from New York to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from New York to San Francisco, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 53 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from New York to San Francisco?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
The cheapest return flight ticket from New York to San Francisco found by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours was for $274 on Frontier, followed by JetBlue ($384). One-way flight deals have also been found from as low as $192 on JetBlue and from $194 on Delta.

Which airlines fly most frequently between New York and San Francisco?

Delta (20 flights per day), United Airlines (13 flights per day), and JetBlue (7 flights per day) are the most frequent flyers of this route.

How many flights are there between New York and San Francisco per day?

Each day, there are between 48 and 60 nonstop flights that take off from New York and land in San Francisco, with an average flight time of 6h 36m. The most common departure time is 06:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 375 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Thursday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between New York and San Francisco?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from New York to San Francisco take?

A direct flight to San Francisco will take on average 6h 16m to travel the 6,645 km flying distance from New York.

What’s the earliest departure time from New York to San Francisco?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from New York at 06:00 and will be landing in San Francisco at 09:38.

What’s the latest departure time from New York to San Francisco?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from New York to San Francisco jets off at 21:59 and lands at 01:31.

Good to know

Low season

January

High season

August
Best time to beat the crowds (24% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (7% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from New York to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from New York to San Francisco

  • Is public transportation available from San Francisco Airport to the city?

    BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) operates 3 to 4 trains per hour from all of the terminals at San Francisco airport, and the trip to downtown San Francisco takes about 30 minutes. The fare for the trip is around $10.

  • Can I get a Lyft from San Francisco Airport?

    Yes, you can. Upon landing and collecting any bags, open the app to request your ride, noting your designated pick-up zone for your terminal. The cost of the trip will be between $30-$40.

  • What is the fastest way for me to get to Newark airport for my flight from New York to San Francisco?

    AirTrain is a simple way to get to and from Newark Liberty International Airport. The AirTrain system connects with all major bus and rail lines, meaning you can get to Newark Airport from almost anywhere in the New York and New Jersey areas with ease.

  • What is the absolute fastest way to get from Manhattan to New York John F. Kennedy International?

    Gotham Air offers helicopter service from Manhattan to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport for only $99 per person for first-time users. They even serve hors d’oeuvres created by Chef Thomas Keller’s Bouchon Bakery and drinks on afternoon flights for the six-minute trip.

  • What is the cheapest flight from New York to San Francisco?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to San Francisco was $126 for a one-way ticket and $180 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from New York to San Francisco?

    New York has 2 major airports: Newark and New York John F Kennedy Intl. San Francisco is the only airport in San Francisco. You’ll usually find the cheapest deals if you fly from New York LaGuardia Airport.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from New York to San Francisco?

    American Airlines, JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, and Asiana Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the New York to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to San Francisco?

    The Airbus A321 (sharklets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New York to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New York to San Francisco?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between New York and San Francisco, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from New York to San Francisco?

    There are direct flights from New York to San Francisco on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York to San Francisco?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New York to San Francisco.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York to San Francisco?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from New York is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New York to San Francisco?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to New York with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York to San Francisco?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from New York up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from New York to San Francisco

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $448 or less one-way and $995 or less round-trip.
  • If you would prefer to stay a little closer to the airport in San Francisco to stay more centralized for access to the entire bay area, a good choice is La Quinta Inn & Suites San Francisco Airport West, which is located just outside the entrance to the airport. The hotel features free Wifi, parking, and breakfast. The hotel is air-conditioned, has a pool, and is centered perfectly between downtown San Francisco, the south bay area, and the coast.
  • San Francisco is well-known for its very unpredictable weather. If you did not pack just the right coat before your flight from New York to San Francisco, stop in at Lacoste in Terminal B between the entrances for the B and C gates at New York LaGuardia Airport to get the perfect jacket for the trip.
  • Travelers that would like a little mood boost before flights from New York to San Francisco would do well to stop in at the Happy Clam at Newark International Airport. The Happy Clam puts a unique spin on classic Italian dishes and is a notch above the regular grab-and-go airport food you so often find in terminal buildings.
  • If your flight from New York to San Francisco is at the crack of dawn, why not start your vacation one night early by staying at Aloft New York LaGuardia Airport, located right at the entrance to New York LaGuardia Airport? This sleek and modern hotel offers free WiFi and free shuttles to the airport.
  • San Francisco is known to be a food lover’s dream. Why not get into a culinary state of mind before your flight from New York to San Francisco by stopping in at Deep Blue on the Fly, located in the marketplace in Terminal 5 of John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport? Deep Blue puts a sophisticated spin on classic Asian favorites and offers a full menu of sushi rolls and wraps.
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Prefer to fly direct from New York to San Francisco?

Find which airlines fly direct from New York to San Francisco, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

New York to San Francisco

Monday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +29 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +30 more

Tuesday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +28 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +29 more

Wednesday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +27 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +28 more

Thursday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +30 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +31 more

Friday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +29 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +30 more

Saturday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +30 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +31 more

Sunday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +28 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +29 more

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Direct returns

San Francisco to New York

Monday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +28 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +29 more

Tuesday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +29 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +30 more

Wednesday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +28 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +29 more

Thursday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +29 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +30 more

Friday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +30 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +31 more

Saturday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +28 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +29 more

Sunday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +31 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +32 more

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Top airline flying from New York to San Francisco

Need help choosing which airline to fly with from New York to San Francisco? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to KAYAK reviews.
8.1
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 9150 reviews
82boarding
79comfort
81overall
73food
86crew
74entertainment
Airline reviews

The reduced size overhead compartments were a surprise. They keep getting smaller and smaller while amenities keep getting fewer.

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The reduced size overhead compartments were a surprise. They keep getting smaller and smaller while amenities keep getting fewer.

Great ! The counter staffs in Boston helped me to wrap my broken luggage with a plastic bag to prevent my stuffs falling out.

I arrived at 7:15 for an 8:30am flight. The winds in Burbank were keeping all flights down for the morning. What ensued next was absolute chaos, poor communication and chaos. I had booked a flight last minute because my boyfriends father was dying and o needed to be there immediately. There was absolutely no consideration for communication about what was happening with our flight after there was discovered to be a mechanical error. There was no mention that vouchers had been sent by email For food and I ended up wasting money on my lunch that was horrible. I literally bought the food when I had been emailed about a voucher. . I sat there now at 1:45 and tried to get some answers because the time was ticking. Your lady was so helpful and rushed me to get a flight out of United. I showed up to sfo 6+ hours late and was able to say goodbye to his father. But it was just a horribly communicated day. Please do better

Both of my flights were delayed. This is the 2nd week in a row that Alaska has been delayed. Not a great experience.

Super easy on both flights. Alaska is my go to airline!

Pretty bad. Delayed flight that potentially could have caused missed connection. Misplaced luggage, inadequate response.

Great experience with Alaska Airlines. The staff members were, kind, helpful, friendly and professional.

Flight was very dirty. The magazine was a dirty mess. When asked for a replacement it never came. Poor quality flight attendants.

Bad. The fight was late and they gave a ridiculous $12 stipend. Better give something or nothing. $12 is ridiculous.

Alaska seems to be pretty no frills: no real snack even for a 7 hr flight, no TV screens, and cramped seating. But the price was right and staff was good.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from New York to San Francisco found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
10/5Fri
1 stopJetBlue
9h 57mLGA-SFO
$192
18/6Tue
1 stopDelta
10h 27mLGA-SFO
$194
1/5Wed
1 stopDelta
9h 42mEWR-SFO
$195
1/6Sat
directAlaska Airlines
6h 19mJFK-SFO
$212
7/5Tue
directAlaska Airlines
6h 20mEWR-SFO
$213
3/4Wed
1 stopFrontier
13h 52mLGA-SFO
$236
3/4Wed
1 stopAmerican Airlines
10h 01mEWR-SFO
$253
3/4Wed
1 stopAmerican Airlines
8h 39mEWR-SFO
$254
1/6Sat
1 stopSun Country Air
23h 36mEWR-SFO
$302
2/6Sun
1 stopSun Country Air
23h 31mEWR-SFO
$325

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Last minute flights from New York to San Francisco

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from New York to San Francisco that are departing in the next 10 days.
24/3Sun
multi-stopDelta
9h 12mEWR-SFO
23/4Tue
multi-stopDelta
7h 54mSFO-EWR
$736
22/3Fri
directAlaska Airlines
6h 30mEWR-SFO
22/4Mon
directAlaska Airlines
5h 45mSFO-EWR
$757
24/3Sun
multi-stopJetBlue
11h 09mLGA-SFO
23/4Tue
multi-stopJetBlue
8h 05mSFO-LGA
$792
24/3Sun
multi-stopSouthwest
11h 00mLGA-SFO
27/3Wed
multi-stopSouthwest
9h 10mSFO-LGA
$865
22/3Fri
multi-stopJetBlue
11h 25mLGA-SFO
4/4Thu
multi-stopJetBlue
9h 40mSFO-LGA
$900
24/3Sun
directUnited Airlines
6h 17mEWR-SFO
24/3Sun
multi-stopUnited Airlines
8h 23mSFO-EWR
$980
24/3Sun
multi-stopSouthwest
21h 15mLGA-SFO
27/3Wed
multi-stopSouthwest
12h 40mSFO-LGA
$1,022
24/3Sun
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
12h 01mEWR-SFO
27/3Wed
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
8h 53mSFO-EWR
$1,051
24/3Sun
multi-stopUnited Airlines
9h 12mLGA-SFO
26/3Tue
multi-stopUnited Airlines
12h 29mSFO-LGA
$1,062
24/3Sun
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
11h 08mJFK-SFO
24/3Sun
directAmerican Airlines
5h 36mSFO-JFK
$1,094

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Flights to San Francisco

Destination:

San Francisco (SFO)United States

Return flight deals:

San Francisco - New York

Cabin classes:

$894
$288

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