How often are flights from New York to San Francisco delayed?

Historically, on average around 75% of flights between New York and San Francisco have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 106 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Tuesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to San Francisco flights?

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

United Airlines, Southwest, and JetBlue are the most popular carriers operating from New York LaGuardia to San Francisco

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New York LaGuardia Airport to San Francisco Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to San Francisco 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 license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San Francisco Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

£106 Cheap Flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to San Francisco in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York LaGuardia Airport and San Francisco?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from £367 to £209. The lowest price recently found on this route was £197.

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17:45 - 23:35

LGA

SFO

8h 50m

1 stop

23:25 - 12:45

SFO

LGA

10h 20m

1 stop

£197Southwest

Tue, 21 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr

07:10 - 12:25

LGA

SFO

8h 15m

1 stop

00:50 - 11:17

SFO

LGA

7h 27m

1 stop

£198United Airlines

Sat, 2 May - Sat, 23 May

17:40 - 00:10

LGA

SFO

9h 30m

1 stop

11:10 - 23:05

SFO

LGA

8h 55m

1 stop

£199Southwest

Wed, 8 Jul - Wed, 15 Jul

13:25 - 22:05

LGA

SFO

11h 40m

2 stops

23:25 - 12:45

SFO

LGA

10h 20m

1 stop

£201Southwest

Tue, 21 Apr - Sun, 26 Apr

07:15 - 19:00

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SFO

14h 45m

1 stop

22:50 - 09:45

SFO

LGA

7h 55m

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£203Southwest

Sat, 18 Jul - Sat, 25 Jul

13:25 - 22:05

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SFO

11h 40m

2 stops

05:05 - 17:55

SFO

LGA

9h 50m

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£205Southwest

Tue, 21 Apr - Thu, 23 Apr

19:29 - 01:16

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SFO

8h 47m

1 stop

23:56 - 10:18

SFO

LGA

7h 22m

1 stop

£206United Airlines

Tue, 12 May - Fri, 15 May

19:28 - 01:15

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SFO

8h 47m

1 stop

00:50 - 11:17

SFO

LGA

7h 27m

1 stop

£207United Airlines

Fri, 17 Jul - Wed, 22 Jul

20:25 - 01:57

LGA

SFO

8h 32m

1 stop

23:30 - 10:08

SFO

LGA

7h 38m

1 stop

£209United Airlines

Mon, 10 Aug - Tue, 18 Aug

13:25 - 22:10

LGA

SFO

11h 45m

2 stops

06:15 - 22:15

SFO

LGA

13h 00m

2 stops

£209Southwest

Tue, 21 Apr - Sat, 25 Apr

Delta flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to San Francisco

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Delta

3 Jun

LGA06:00New York LaGuardia

10h 07m

1 stop

SFO13:07San Francisco

14 Sept

SFO21:30San Francisco

8h 16m

1 stop

LGA08:46New York LaGuardia

£210

Delta

26 Apr

LGA06:00New York LaGuardia

7h 25m

1 stop

SFO10:25San Francisco

8 May

SFO00:15San Francisco

9h 16m

1 stop

LGA12:31New York LaGuardia

£225

Delta

20 Apr

LGA06:05New York LaGuardia

10h 34m

1 stop

SFO13:39San Francisco

28 Apr

SFO22:55San Francisco

10h 05m

1 stop

LGA12:00New York LaGuardia

£225

Southwest flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to San Francisco

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Southwest

21 Apr

LGA07:25New York LaGuardia

8h 10m

1 stop

SFO12:35San Francisco

26 Apr

SFO23:25San Francisco

10h 20m

1 stop

LGA12:45New York LaGuardia

£197

Southwest

8 Jul

LGA17:40New York LaGuardia

9h 30m

1 stop

SFO00:10San Francisco

15 Jul

SFO11:10San Francisco

8h 55m

1 stop

LGA23:05New York LaGuardia

£199

Southwest

21 Apr

LGA10:10New York LaGuardia

10h 20m

1 stop

SFO17:30San Francisco

28 Apr

SFO19:40San Francisco

9h 35m

2 stops

LGA08:15New York LaGuardia

£201

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£198

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13:25-22:05

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23:25-12:45

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£201

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07:15-19:00

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£203

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Tue 21/4

13:25-22:05

2 stops11h 40m

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05:05-17:55

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£205

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LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Tue 12/5

19:29-01:16

1 stop8h 47m

San Francisco

Fri 15/5

23:56-10:18

1 stop7h 22m

£206

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LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Fri 17/7

19:28-01:15

1 stop8h 47m

San Francisco

Wed 22/7

00:50-11:17

1 stop7h 27m

£207

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LGA - SFO

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New York LaGuardia

Mon 10/8

20:25-01:57

1 stop8h 32m

San Francisco

Tue 18/8

23:30-10:08

1 stop7h 38m

£209

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Tue 21/4

13:25-22:10

2 stops11h 45m

San Francisco

Sat 25/4

06:15-22:15

2 stops13h 00m

£209

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York LaGuardia Airport and San Francisco?

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco from New York LaGuardia Airport, with most prices found around £221. If you are unable to visit San Francisco during the month of February, then departing from New York LaGuardia Airport during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £236.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as £260. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to San Francisco on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around £490. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to San Francisco is in the morning. Flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to San Francisco during this time can be as low as £313. Try not to purchase tickets at midday because they tend to be around £636. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from New York LaGuardia Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around £299 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from New York LaGuardia Airport for as low as £226 on momondo.

How have New York LaGuardia Airport to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of April 2026, prices for New York LaGuardia Airport to San Francisco flights are approximately 5% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to San Francisco

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to San Francisco according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Fastest flight time	9h 25m
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The fastest flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to San Francisco takes 9h 25m

There are no direct flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to San Francisco. There are no popular flight routes from New York LaGuardia Airport to San Francisco.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to San Francisco

How far is New York LaGuardia to San Francisco by plane?
There are 2568.8 mi between New York LaGuardia and San Francisco. By plane, this route typically takes 9h 25m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to San Francisco Airport?
Prices for flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to San Francisco Airport refresh daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to San Francisco Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New York LaGuardia Airport to San Francisco Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to San Francisco 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 license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San Francisco Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from New York LaGuardia Airport to San Francisco?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between New York LaGuardia Airport and San Francisco, the leading plane model is Boeing 737 MAX 9, making up 25.00% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737-900 Passenger/BBJ3 (winglets) with 25.00%, Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 with 12.50%, and Boeing 767-300 (winglets) with 12.50%.

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