Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Direct flights cover the 6,645 km separating New York to San Francisco in about 6h 17m. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 25 and 31 direct flights that take off from New York and land in San Francisco, with an average flight time of 6h 35m. The most common departure time is 20:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 209 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 25 and 31 direct flights that take off from New York and land in San Francisco, with an average flight time of 6h 35m. The most common departure time is 20:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 209 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to San Francisco was $189 for a one-way ticket and $365 for a return. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

New York and San Francisco are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are United Airlines (69 flights per week), Delta (45 flights per week), and Alaska Airlines (34 flights per week). Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

New York and San Francisco are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are United Airlines (69 flights per week), Delta (45 flights per week), and Alaska Airlines (34 flights per week). Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

If you are looking for a flight deal from New York to San Francisco, look for departures on Thursdays and avoid leaving on a Wednesday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from San Francisco, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday is the most expensive. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

If you are looking for a flight deal from New York to San Francisco, look for departures on Thursdays and avoid leaving on a Wednesday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from San Francisco, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday is the most expensive. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

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 Newark Liberty Airport. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from New York at 06:00 and will be landing in San Francisco at 09:34.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from New York to San Francisco jets off at 21:40 and lands at 01:12.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

The Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New York to San Francisco flight route.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 16

Can I get a Lyft from San Francisco Airport?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from New York to San Francisco is February, where tickets cost $525 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $823 and $711 respectively.

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from New York to San Francisco is February, where tickets cost $525 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $823 and $711 respectively.

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

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. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 22

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?

Accepted Answer

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. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 23

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

Accepted Answer

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. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 24

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

Accepted Answer

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. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 25

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

Accepted Answer

There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 26

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

Accepted Answer

There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 27

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

Accepted Answer

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from New York to San Francisco were found on Delta ($365) and Alaska Airlines ($365).

Question 28

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

Accepted Answer

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from New York to San Francisco were found on Delta ($365) and Alaska Airlines ($365).

Question 29

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest return flight from New York to San Francisco costs $1,317 on the route between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and San Francisco (SFO). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 28% cheaper than other New York-San Francisco routes. The most popular route is between Newark Airport (EWR) and San Francisco (SFO).

Question 30

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest return flight from New York to San Francisco costs $1,317 on the route between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and San Francisco (SFO). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 28% cheaper than other New York-San Francisco routes. The most popular route is between Newark Airport (EWR) and San Francisco (SFO).

Question 31

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from New York to San Francisco, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 44% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

Question 32

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from New York to San Francisco, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 44% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

Question 33

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from New York to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at $471 on average.

Question 34

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from New York to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at $471 on average.

Question 35

How much is a return flight from New York to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.Flights to San Francisco from New York usually cost between $443 and $934 in December.
The lowest price found in the past 3 days was $365 on United Airlines (24 Dec-25 Dec).

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High season	December
Cheapest flight	$189

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How much is a return flight from New York to San Francisco?

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

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

If you are looking for a flight deal from New York to San Francisco, look for departures on Thursdays and avoid leaving on a Wednesday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from San Francisco, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday is the most expensive.

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

The cheapest month for flights from New York to San Francisco is February, where tickets cost $525 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $823 and $711 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from New York to San Francisco?

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at $471 on average.

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

To get a below average price on the flight from New York to San Francisco, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 44% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

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

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from New York to San Francisco were found on Delta ($365) and Alaska Airlines ($365).

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

New York and San Francisco are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are United Airlines (69 flights per week), Delta (45 flights per week), and Alaska Airlines (34 flights per week).

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

There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

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

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

Direct flights cover the 6,645 km separating New York to San Francisco in about 6h 17m.

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 09:34.

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 21:40 and lands at 01:12.

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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 $189 for a one-way ticket and $365 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 Newark Liberty Airport.

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

JetBlue, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Delta 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 A318/A319/A320/A321 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New York to San Francisco flight 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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