Cheap flights from New York to San Francisco from £90

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Southwest Logo
09:50 - 21:50LGA-SFO
15h 00m1 stop
Southwest Logo
06:45 - 17:00SFO-LGA
7h 15m1 stop
£171Southwest
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Thu, 13 Nov - Thu, 27 Nov
Southwest Logo
17:35 - 00:05LGA-SFO
9h 30m1 stop
Southwest Logo
12:50 - 23:20SFO-LGA
7h 30m1 stop
£174Southwest
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Fri, 24 Oct - Sun, 2 Nov
American Airlines Logo
09:05 - 14:44LGA-SFO
8h 39m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
00:47 - 13:15SFO-LGA
9h 28m1 stop
£175American Airlines
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Thu, 25 Sep - Tue, 30 Sep
Delta Logo
19:40 - 23:23JFK-SFO
6h 43mdirect
Delta Logo
22:50 - 07:27SFO-JFK
5h 37mdirect
£175Delta
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Fri, 24 Oct - Sun, 2 Nov
Southwest Logo
06:15 - 13:55LGA-SFO
10h 40m1 stop
Southwest Logo
07:30 - 21:00SFO-LGA
10h 30m2 stops
£176Southwest
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Tue, 11 Nov - Tue, 18 Nov
JetBlue Logo
20:09 - 23:44JFK-SFO
6h 35mdirect
JetBlue Logo
21:59 - 06:18SFO-JFK
5h 19mdirect
£176JetBlue
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Fri, 24 Oct - Sun, 2 Nov
Frontier Logo
22:00 - 16:00LGA-SFO
21h 00m1 stop
Frontier Logo
13:10 - 21:05SFO-LGA
28h 55m1 stop
£177Frontier
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Sun, 26 Oct - Sun, 2 Nov
Alaska Airlines Logo
13:00 - 16:26JFK-SFO
6h 26mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
06:35 - 15:07SFO-JFK
5h 32mdirect
£179Alaska Airlines
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Wed, 19 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec
Delta Logo
21:40 - 01:12JFK-SFO
6h 32mdirect
Delta Logo
07:00 - 15:29SFO-JFK
5h 29mdirect
£179Delta
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Mon, 24 Nov - Sun, 7 Dec
Alaska Airlines Logo
16:10 - 22:59EWR-SFO
9h 49m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
08:00 - 16:42SFO-EWR
5h 42mdirect
£183Alaska Airlines
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Sat, 7 Feb - Fri, 20 Feb

Southwest flights from New York to San Francisco

Our best Southwest deals on New York to San Francisco flight tickets
Southwest
13 Nov
LGA09:50New York LaGuardia
15h 00m
1 stop
SFO21:50San Francisco
27 Nov
SFO06:45San Francisco
7h 15m
1 stop
LGA17:00New York LaGuardia
Southwest
24 Oct
LGA17:35New York LaGuardia
9h 30m
1 stop
SFO00:05San Francisco
2 Nov
SFO12:50San Francisco
7h 30m
1 stop
LGA23:20New York LaGuardia
Southwest
11 Nov
LGA06:15New York LaGuardia
10h 40m
1 stop
SFO13:55San Francisco
18 Nov
SFO07:30San Francisco
10h 30m
2 stops
LGA21:00New York LaGuardia

American Airlines flights from New York to San Francisco

Our best American Airlines deals on New York to San Francisco flight tickets
American Airlines
25 Sept
LGA09:05New York LaGuardia
8h 39m
1 stop
SFO14:44San Francisco
30 Sept
SFO00:47San Francisco
9h 28m
1 stop
LGA13:15New York LaGuardia
American Airlines
25 Sept
LGA15:03New York LaGuardia
8h 58m
1 stop
SFO21:01San Francisco
30 Sept
SFO00:47San Francisco
7h 42m
1 stop
LGA11:29New York LaGuardia
American Airlines
21 Sept
LGA06:05New York LaGuardia
9h 11m
1 stop
SFO12:16San Francisco
23 Sept
SFO00:47San Francisco
9h 28m
1 stop
LGA13:15New York LaGuardia

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Customise your flight search to find flights from New York to San Francisco that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 12 September 2025.
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New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Thu 13/11

09:50-21:50

1 stop15h 00m

San Francisco

Thu 27/11

06:45-17:00

1 stop7h 15m

£171

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Fri 24/10

17:35-00:05

1 stop9h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 2/11

12:50-23:20

1 stop7h 30m

£174

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Thu 25/9

09:05-14:44

1 stop8h 39m

San Francisco

Tue 30/9

00:47-13:15

1 stop9h 28m

£175

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 24/10

19:40-23:23

Nonstop6h 43m

San Francisco

Sun 2/11

22:50-07:27

Nonstop5h 37m

£175

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Tue 11/11

06:15-13:55

1 stop10h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 18/11

07:30-21:00

2 stops10h 30m

£176

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 24/10

20:09-23:44

Nonstop6h 35m

San Francisco

Sun 2/11

21:59-06:18

Nonstop5h 19m

£176

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Sun 26/10

22:00-16:00

1 stop21h 00m

San Francisco

Sun 2/11

13:10-21:05

1 stop28h 55m

£177

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 19/11

13:00-16:26

Nonstop6h 26m

San Francisco

Wed 3/12

06:35-15:07

Nonstop5h 32m

£179

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 24/11

21:40-01:12

Nonstop6h 32m

San Francisco

Sun 7/12

07:00-15:29

Nonstop5h 29m

£179

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Sat 7/2

16:10-22:59

1 stop9h 49m

San Francisco

Fri 20/2

08:00-16:42

Nonstop5h 42m

£183

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from New York to San Francisco

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York 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, with most prices found around £255. If you are unable to visit San Francisco during the month of February, then departing from New York during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £264.

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 £241. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from New York to San Francisco on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around £442. 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 at midday. Flights from New York to San Francisco during this time can be as low as £292. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around £341. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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

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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 when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around £292 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 for as low as £252 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to San Francisco flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on New York to San Francisco flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between New York to San Francisco.

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

As of September 2025, prices for New York to San Francisco flights are approximately 26% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from New York to San Francisco

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from New York to San Francisco according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap New York to San Francisco (NYC to SFO) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from New York to San Francisco

Best price found

£98

Fastest flight time

5h 56m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Francisco

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Francisco from New York in the past 72 hours is £98. The best return flight deal from New York to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £299.
The fastest flight from New York to San Francisco takes 5h 56m
Direct flights go from New York to San Francisco every day.
There is 1 airport near San Francisco: San Francisco (SFO)
  • How far is New York to San Francisco by plane?

    New York and San Francisco are 2563.5 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 5h 58m.

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

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

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

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to San Francisco Airport.

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your San Francisco Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from New York to San Francisco?

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Best airlines flying from New York to San Francisco

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from New York to San Francisco with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
DeltaPriceFrom £153Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,960 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom £201Free CancellationRating
8.0
10,000 reviews
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  • Alaska Airlines Flights From New York to San Francisco

    Alaska Airlines flies from New York to San Francisco around 20 times per week, with 10,000 momondo users rating the airline 8.0/10. The cheapest Alaska Airlines deal from New York to San Francisco in the last 72 hours was £272 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of £522 for Alaska Airlines flights on this route.

  • Delta Flights From New York to San Francisco

    Delta (7.9/10 from 7,960 reviews) operates around 32 flights from New York to San Francisco in any given week. The average Delta airfare for this route is around £582, with deals from around £207 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip New York to San Francisco flight searches in the last 72 hours.

Travelling to a place near San Francisco?

Book flights to San Francisco if you plan to visit one of these locations
Carmel-by-the-Sea
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Seaside
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Salinas
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Campbell
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Milpitas
San Ramon
South San Francisco
Capitola
Sonoma
San Bruno
Sausalito
Millbrae
Santa Cruz
Woodland
Redwood City
Burlingame

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Can I find flights from New York to San Francisco with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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