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Cheap flights from New York to San Francisco from £99

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from New York to San Francisco departing on 6/9. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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JetBlue Logo
17:29 - 21:03JFK-SFO
6h 34mdirect
JetBlue Logo
23:29 - 08:00SFO-JFK
5h 31mdirect
£172JetBlue
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Tue, 9 Sep - Tue, 9 Sep
JetBlue Logo
16:30 - 20:10JFK-SFO
6h 40mdirect
JetBlue Logo
22:41 - 07:00SFO-JFK
5h 19mdirect
£173JetBlue
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Fri, 31 Oct - Fri, 31 Oct
Frontier Logo
11:30 - 21:21LGA-SFO
12h 51m1 stop
Frontier Logo
23:00 - 10:33SFO-LGA
8h 33m1 stop
£174Frontier
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Sat, 6 Sep - Thu, 11 Sep
Frontier Logo
13:00 - 21:03JFK-SFO
11h 03m1 stop
Frontier Logo
23:00 - 11:59SFO-JFK
9h 59m1 stop
£174Frontier
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Sun, 31 Aug - Sun, 14 Sep
Alaska Airlines Logo
20:29 - 00:06JFK-SFO
6h 37mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
22:43 - 07:19SFO-JFK
5h 36mdirect
£176Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 28 Oct - Wed, 5 Nov
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
09:30 - 12:40JFK-SFO
6h 10mdirect
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
13:35 - 22:14SFO-JFK
5h 39mdirect
£179Hawaiian Airlines
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Wed, 1 Oct - Tue, 4 Nov
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09:30 - 12:40JFK-SFO
6h 10mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
13:30 - 22:17SFO-JFK
5h 47mdirect
£180Alaska Airlines
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Sun, 31 Aug - Thu, 4 Sep
Delta Logo
19:20 - 23:20JFK-SFO
7h 00mdirect
Delta Logo
11:30 - 20:45SFO-JFK
6h 15mdirect
£184Delta
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Mon, 24 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec
Delta Logo
19:55 - 23:38JFK-SFO
6h 43mdirect
Delta Logo
22:50 - 07:27SFO-JFK
5h 37mdirect
£184Delta
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Sat, 27 Sep - Mon, 6 Oct
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07:30 - 10:39EWR-SFO
6h 09mdirect
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22:17 - 06:59SFO-EWR
5h 42mdirect
£196Hawaiian Airlines
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Frontier flights from New York to San Francisco

Our best Frontier deals on New York to San Francisco flight tickets
Frontier
6 Sept
LGA11:30New York LaGuardia
12h 51m
1 stop
SFO21:21San Francisco
11 Sept
SFO23:00San Francisco
8h 33m
1 stop
LGA10:33New York LaGuardia
£174
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Frontier
2 Oct
LGA22:56New York LaGuardia
12h 19m
1 stop
SFO08:15San Francisco
9 Oct
SFO06:34San Francisco
12h 26m
1 stop
LGA22:00New York LaGuardia
£181
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Frontier
12 Sept
LGA11:30New York LaGuardia
12h 51m
1 stop
SFO21:21San Francisco
19 Sept
SFO06:29San Francisco
12h 42m
1 stop
LGA22:11New York LaGuardia
£197
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United Airlines flights from New York to San Francisco

Our best United Airlines deals on New York to San Francisco flight tickets
United Airlines
9 Sept
EWR06:00Newark
6h 12m
SFO09:12San Francisco
14 Sept
SFO22:45San Francisco
5h 31m
EWR07:16Newark
£194
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United Airlines
9 Sept
EWR06:00Newark
6h 12m
SFO09:12San Francisco
4 Oct
SFO21:00San Francisco
5h 39m
EWR05:39Newark
£201
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United Airlines
30 Aug
LGA06:00New York LaGuardia
8h 13m
1 stop
SFO11:13San Francisco
12 Sept
SFO23:10San Francisco
8h 06m
1 stop
LGA10:16New York LaGuardia
£202
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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 19 August 2025.
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New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/9

17:29-21:03

Nonstop6h 34m

San Francisco

Tue 9/9

23:29-08:00

Nonstop5h 31m

£172

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 31/10

16:30-20:10

Nonstop6h 40m

San Francisco

Fri 31/10

22:41-07:00

Nonstop5h 19m

£173

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Sat 6/9

11:30-21:21

1 stop12h 51m

San Francisco

Thu 11/9

23:00-10:33

1 stop8h 33m

£174

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 31/8

13:00-21:03

1 stop11h 03m

San Francisco

Sun 14/9

23:00-11:59

1 stop9h 59m

£174

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 28/10

20:29-00:06

Nonstop6h 37m

San Francisco

Wed 5/11

22:43-07:19

Nonstop5h 36m

£176

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 1/10

09:30-12:40

Nonstop6h 10m

San Francisco

Tue 4/11

13:35-22:14

Nonstop5h 39m

£179

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 31/8

09:30-12:40

Nonstop6h 10m

San Francisco

Thu 4/9

13:30-22:17

Nonstop5h 47m

£180

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 24/11

19:20-23:20

Nonstop7h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 3/12

11:30-20:45

Nonstop6h 15m

£184

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 27/9

19:55-23:38

Nonstop6h 43m

San Francisco

Mon 6/10

22:50-07:27

Nonstop5h 37m

£184

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Sun 31/8

07:30-10:39

Nonstop6h 09m

San Francisco

Sun 14/9

22:17-06:59

Nonstop5h 42m

£196

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

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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 £254. 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 Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as £257. 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 £444. 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 £307. 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?

Fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco for the best New York - San Francisco flight prices

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 £293 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 £254 on momondo.

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

There are 3 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?

You could potentially save up to 3% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to San Francisco flight.

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

As of August 2025, prices for New York to San Francisco flights are approximately 35% 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

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Best price found

£99

Fastest flight time

5h 54m

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 £99. The best return flight deal from New York to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £172.
The fastest flight from New York to San Francisco takes 5h 54m
Direct flights go from New York to San Francisco every day.
There is 1 airport near San Francisco: San Francisco (SFO)
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  • 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 54m.

  • 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.

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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
7,981 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom £170Free 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 5 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 £230 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of £492 for Alaska Airlines flights on this route.

  • Delta Flights From New York to San Francisco

    Delta (7.9/10 from 7,981 reviews) operates around 24 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
Vacaville
Salinas
Calistoga
Rohnert Park
Campbell
Sunnyvale
Milpitas
San Ramon
South San Francisco
Brentwood
Capitola
Sonoma
Millbrae
San Bruno
Sausalito
Woodland
Santa Cruz

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

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to San Francisco from New York with this policy.

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Once you have performed a search for New York to San Francisco flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

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