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Cheap flights from New York to San Francisco from £81

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United Airlines Logo
07:30 - 10:55
EWR
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SFO
6h 25mdirect
United Airlines Logo
21:30 - 05:59
SFO
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EWR
5h 29mdirect
£161United Airlines
Fri, 27 Feb - Mon, 2 Mar
Alaska Airlines Logo
11:30 - 15:18
JFK
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SFO
6h 48mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
06:29 - 15:00
SFO
-
JFK
5h 31mdirect
£161Alaska Airlines
Thu, 5 Mar - Mon, 9 Mar
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06:00 - 09:23
JFK
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SFO
6h 23mdirect
JetBlue Logo
15:31 - 00:09
SFO
-
JFK
5h 38mdirect
£162JetBlue
Thu, 16 Apr - Sat, 2 May
JetBlue Logo
07:50 - 11:49
JFK
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SFO
6h 59mdirect
JetBlue Logo
14:07 - 22:36
SFO
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JFK
5h 29mdirect
£162JetBlue
Thu, 26 Feb - Wed, 4 Mar
Frontier Logo
06:00 - 16:54
JFK
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SFO
13h 54m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
22:38 - 10:29
SFO
-
JFK
8h 51m
1 stop
£163Frontier
Thu, 16 Apr - Sat, 2 May
Alaska Airlines Logo
18:12 - 22:01
EWR
-
SFO
6h 49mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
08:42 - 23:29
SFO
-
EWR
11h 47m
1 stop
£167Alaska Airlines
Tue, 3 Mar - Tue, 10 Mar
Alaska Airlines Logo
20:00 - 00:04
JFK
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SFO
7h 04mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
07:02 - 15:40
SFO
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JFK
5h 38mdirect
£167Alaska Airlines
Thu, 12 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:11 - 23:54
JFK
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SFO
6h 43mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:47 - 06:30
SFO
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JFK
9h 43m
1 stop
£173Multiple Airlines
Fri, 8 May - Sat, 9 May
Delta Logo
18:30 - 23:59
EWR
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SFO
8h 29m
1 stop
Delta Logo
22:40 - 08:48
SFO
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EWR
7h 08m
1 stop
£174Delta
Tue, 24 Mar - Tue, 7 Apr
Delta Logo
07:00 - 10:32
JFK
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SFO
6h 32mdirect
Delta Logo
16:05 - 00:36
SFO
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JFK
5h 31mdirect
£174Delta
Tue, 24 Mar - Tue, 24 Mar

Southwest flights from New York to San Francisco

Our best Southwest deals on New York to San Francisco flight tickets
Southwest
24 Mar
LGA14:45New York LaGuardia
9h 20m
1 stop
SFO21:05San Francisco
31 Mar
SFO08:30San Francisco
10h 25m
2 stops
LGA21:55New York LaGuardia
£179
Southwest
24 Mar
LGA14:00New York LaGuardia
11h 05m
2 stops
SFO22:05San Francisco
31 Mar
SFO08:30San Francisco
10h 25m
2 stops
LGA21:55New York LaGuardia
£183
Southwest
4 Mar
LGA06:15New York LaGuardia
10h 20m
1 stop
SFO13:35San Francisco
17 Mar
SFO06:45San Francisco
13h 40m
2 stops
LGA23:25New York LaGuardia
£184

United Airlines flights from New York to San Francisco

Our best United Airlines deals on New York to San Francisco flight tickets
United Airlines
2 Mar
LGA19:29New York LaGuardia
8h 59m
1 stop
SFO01:28San Francisco
11 Mar
SFO23:20San Francisco
7h 24m
1 stop
LGA09:44New York LaGuardia
£176
United Airlines
5 Mar
EWR07:00Newark
6h 25m
SFO10:25San Francisco
7 Mar
SFO22:55San Francisco
5h 20m
EWR07:15Newark
£184
United Airlines
5 Mar
EWR06:00Newark
6h 40m
SFO09:40San Francisco
8 Mar
SFO22:55San Francisco
5h 20m
EWR07:15Newark
£185

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NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Fri 27/2

07:30-10:55

Nonstop6h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 2/3

21:30-05:59

Nonstop5h 29m

£161

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 5/3

11:30-15:18

Nonstop6h 48m

San Francisco

Mon 9/3

06:29-15:00

Nonstop5h 31m

£161

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 16/4

06:00-09:23

Nonstop6h 23m

San Francisco

Sat 2/5

15:31-00:09

Nonstop5h 38m

£162

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 26/2

07:50-11:49

Nonstop6h 59m

San Francisco

Wed 4/3

14:07-22:36

Nonstop5h 29m

£162

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 16/4

06:00-16:54

1 stop13h 54m

San Francisco

Sat 2/5

22:38-10:29

1 stop8h 51m

£163

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Tue 3/3

18:12-22:01

Nonstop6h 49m

San Francisco

Tue 10/3

08:42-23:29

1 stop11h 47m

£167

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 12/3

20:00-00:04

Nonstop7h 04m

San Francisco

Wed 18/3

07:02-15:40

Nonstop5h 38m

£167

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 8/5

20:11-23:54

Nonstop6h 43m

San Francisco

Sat 9/5

17:47-06:30

1 stop9h 43m

£173

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Tue 24/3

18:30-23:59

1 stop8h 29m

San Francisco

Tue 7/4

22:40-08:48

1 stop7h 08m

£174

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 24/3

07:00-10:32

Nonstop6h 32m

San Francisco

Tue 24/3

16:05-00:36

Nonstop5h 31m

£174

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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 £255.

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 £228. 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 £619. 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 afternoon. Flights from New York to San Francisco during this time can be as low as £277. Try not to purchase tickets at midday because they tend to be around £618. 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 £278 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 £250 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 February 2026, prices for New York to San Francisco flights are approximately 10% cheaper 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

£80

Fastest flight time

6h 18m

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 £80. The best return flight deal from New York to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £234.
The fastest flight from New York to San Francisco takes 6h 18m
Direct flights go from New York to San Francisco every day.
There is 1 airport in San Francisco. From New York there are direct flights to 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 6h 18m.

  • 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?

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

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
Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom £237Free CancellationRating
8.0
11,851 reviews
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  • Alaska Airlines Flights From New York to San Francisco

    Alaska Airlines flies from New York to San Francisco around 3 times per week, with 11,851 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 £237 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of £476 for Alaska Airlines flights on this route.

Travelling to a place near San Francisco?

Book flights to San Francisco if you plan to visit one of these locations
Sunnyvale
Santa Clara
Seaside
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Campbell
Palo Alto
Santa Cruz
Roseville
Novato
South San Francisco
Capitola
Aptos
Sausalito
San Bruno
Woodland
Pacific Grove
Redwood City
Mill Valley
Burlingame

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from New York to San Francisco?

momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight from New York to San Francisco. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.

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.

How can momondo help me find flights from New York to San Francisco?

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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