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C$ 137 Find Cheap Flights from New York to San Francisco

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Cheap Flight Deals from New York to San Francisco (NYC-SFO)

 
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.

Recent round-trip flight deals from New York to San Francisco

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from New York to San Francisco.
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United Airlines Logo
4:00 p.m. - 7:39 p.m.EWR-SFO
6h 39mdirect
United Airlines Logo
6:00 a.m. - 2:37 p.m.SFO-EWR
5h 37mdirect
C$ 273United Airlines
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Sat, 10 May - Sat, 17 May
JetBlue Logo
8:00 p.m. - 11:40 p.m.JFK-SFO
6h 40mdirect
JetBlue Logo
11:39 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.SFO-JFK
5h 51mdirect
C$ 273JetBlue
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Sat, 24 May - Thu, 29 May
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:29 p.m. - 11:01 p.m.EWR-SFO
6h 32mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:15 p.m. - 6:52 a.m.SFO-EWR
5h 37mdirect
C$ 274Alaska Airlines
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Sat, 31 May - Tue, 10 Jun
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:29 p.m. - 11:01 p.m.EWR-SFO
6h 32mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:15 p.m. - 6:52 a.m.SFO-EWR
5h 37mdirect
C$ 275Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 3 Jun - Tue, 10 Jun
Delta Logo
4:59 p.m. - 10:38 p.m.LGA-SFO
8h 39m1 stop
Delta Logo
12:40 a.m. - 12:39 p.m.SFO-LGA
8h 59m1 stop
C$ 300Delta
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Thu, 29 May - Fri, 30 May
Delta Logo
7:40 p.m. - 11:29 p.m.JFK-SFO
6h 49mdirect
Delta Logo
9:00 p.m. - 5:35 a.m.SFO-JFK
5h 35mdirect
C$ 300Delta
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Sat, 24 May - Fri, 30 May
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
9:30 a.m. - 12:59 p.m.JFK-SFO
6h 29mdirect
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
5:49 p.m. - 6:09 a.m.SFO-JFK
9h 20m1 stop
C$ 328Hawaiian Airlines
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Fri, 30 May - Tue, 10 Jun
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
8:29 p.m. - 11:59 p.m.JFK-SFO
6h 30mdirect
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
6:41 a.m. - 3:29 p.m.SFO-JFK
5h 48mdirect
C$ 335Hawaiian Airlines
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Sat, 24 May - Wed, 28 May
Southwest Logo
7:15 a.m. - 2:40 p.m.LGA-SFO
10h 25m1 stop
Southwest Logo
11:05 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.SFO-LGA
8h 55m1 stop
C$ 371Southwest
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Wed, 20 Aug - Sun, 31 Aug
Southwest Logo
7:20 a.m. - 4:55 p.m.LGA-SFO
12h 35m1 stop
Southwest Logo
11:05 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.SFO-LGA
8h 55m1 stop
C$ 378Southwest
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Sun, 24 Aug - Sun, 31 Aug
Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from New York to San Francisco

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are specific to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
JetBlue

JetBlue's Even More Space upgrade offers 18 cm extra legroom and early boarding.


JetBlue's free Wi-Fi and seatback screens enhance in-flight entertainment.

Read more about JetBlueby Harriet Baskas
United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers 15 cm more legroom, enhancing comfort on medium-haul flights.


United's Priority Boarding ensures overhead bin space, ideal for carry-on travelers.

Alaska Airlines

Alaska's 20-minute bag guarantee offers compensation if bags are delayed.


Alaska's Premium Class provides extra legroom and complimentary drinks on flights over 560 km.

Airports
EWR

For a quick and affordable trip to NYC, take the AirTrain to Newark Liberty Station, then NJ Transit to Penn Station.

Read more about EWRby Stefanie Waldek
JFK

Save time by booking airport parking in advance on the JFK website. Cancellations are allowed up to an hour before your booked time.

Read more about JFKby Harriet Baskas
SFO

Use BART for a cost-effective ride to San Francisco. The station is in the International Terminal, a short walk from T1 and T3.

Read more about SFOby Blane Bachelor
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on JetBlue, Alaska Airlines and JFK

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines and EWR

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SFO

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for New York to San Francisco flights

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 round-trip flights from New York to San Francisco.

Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from New York to San Francisco cost C$ 895 and was between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and San Francisco (SFO). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is C$ 895.

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from New York to San Francisco clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from New York to San Francisco, look for departures on Fridays and avoid leaving on a Monday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from San Francisco, Friday 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?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip 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 C$ 480 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 749 and C$ 742 respectively.

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

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at C$ 457 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip 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 week.

To get a below average price on the flight from New York to San Francisco, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.


Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
High seasonMay
Cheapest flightC$ 137
Best time to beat the crowds (18% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (1% more expensive on average)
Flight from Newark Liberty Airport to San Francisco

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 round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips 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.

Flights from New York to San Francisco: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from New York to San Francisco 
LuisFlew with DeltaJFK-SFOMar 2025
It’s a long flight, come prepared to either watch movies, read or sleep.
JulieFlew with Alaska AirlinesJFK-SFOOct 2024
Leave early. JFK can be messy. I couldn’t find healthy food choices so eat before you arrive.
Verified travelerFlew with Royal JordanianJFK-SFOSep 2024
AA have the best boarding and fast service. Leaving and landing in time. 😀
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska AirlinesJFK-SFOJun 2024
SFO is one of the most convenient and pleasant airports. When flying Alaska Air make sure to bring your food and a larger water bottle that usual (you get only two drink services (one small cup each) for a 6 hour flight.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska AirlinesJFK-SFOJul 2024
provide crew with more training on how to offer help to passengers
FainaFlew with Alaska AirlinesJFK-SFOMar 2024
It would be nice to have TV with long flight
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska AirlinesJFK-SFOMay 2024
The airport food was limited and expensive. Best to bring a sandwich from outside…

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 C$ 99 for a one-way ticket and C$ 197 for a round-trip.

  • 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 John F Kennedy Airport.

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

    JetBlue, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Hawaiian 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 A318/A319/A320/A321 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 SkyTeam 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 round-trip 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.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from New York to San Francisco

  • 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.

Prefer to fly direct from New York to San Francisco?

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

Direct departures

New York to San Francisco

Monday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

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Direct returns

San Francisco to New York

Monday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

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Top airline flying from New York to San Francisco

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from New York to San Francisco. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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 verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 9968 reviews
8.2Boarding
7.1Entertainment
8.5Crew
7.9Comfort
7.1Food
Airline reviews

Flight attendant took my carefully folded coat and flung it across the aisle to the bin across the way. Where one of the passengers rescued it for me, because that just wasn’t right!!

8.0 ExcellentJudy, Apr 2025SNA - SFO
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Flight attendant took my carefully folded coat and flung it across the aisle to the bin across the way. Where one of the passengers rescued it for me, because that just wasn’t right!!

the flight was delayed twice and then delayed from taking off.

This was my first trip in years with Alaska. I don’t think I’ll do it again. The planes are old and tired looking. The seats are small with zero legroom. The JFK terminal is one of the worst I’ve been in. On this flight the pilot had to abort the landing and circle the Bay before trying again. I think I’ll stick with the usual suspects …

Changed flight from San Fran to Seattle Then with a Delayed takeoff barely made my connection Waited over an hour for luggage 😜

Alaska no longer allows customers to print boarding passes at the airport. They only use mobile phones for boarding passes. Try getting on an Alaska plane with a dead phone and no boarding pass! Great customer service Alaska!

Flight was delayed twice, I was forced to check my bag, and the only offered water or apple juice on the flight

Appreciate efficiency and early arrivals. Missed video on such a long flight (DCA to SFO).

I paid $49 to select my seat---6A a window seat just behind first class. When I started to get on the plane I was told that my seat had been given to someone else and I now had a middle seat. They finally gave me an aisle seat. When I told them I wanted my $49 back, I was told I would need to call alaska and fight with them to get my money back. And when i was on the flight people going by kept hitting me with their bags. I have tried calling alaska twice to talk about a refund but never got thru to the right person!

All 4 members of my family found the seats terribly uncomfortable. 2 of us suffered from back issues the next few days.

Delays, delays, delays.... (and) Told no room for carry on after boarding B Group and told to drop off our carry on at door to be checked in instead. There was plenty of room left in the overheads above our seats right up to the end of boarding!!!!

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