What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco?

Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from New York John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to San Francisco flights?

According to our data, TAP AIR PORTUGAL has had the least delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 5% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

Historically, on average around 16% 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 188 minutes.

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

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday 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 morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

The required travel and health documents for your San Francisco Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Q: How many flights depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco on average per week?

As of October 2025, there are 284 flights per week flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco. The most common day of the week flights depart is Thu, with 33% of flights taking off on this day.

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from C$ 394 to C$ 817. The lowest price recently found on this route was C$ 330.

Q: How many flights depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco on average per day?

As of October 2025, there are 40 flights per day flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco. The most common time of day flights depart is 5:00p.m., with 39% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

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2:20 p.m. - 10:54 p.m.SFO-JFK

5h 34mdirect

C$ 330Alaska Airlines

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4:00 p.m. - 11:59 p.m.JFK-SFO

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5h 36mdirect

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7:00 a.m. - 10:35 a.m.JFK-SFO

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1:00 p.m. - 4:26 p.m.JFK-SFO

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5:29 p.m. - 9:20 p.m.JFK-SFO

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10:00 a.m. - 1:34 p.m.JFK-SFO

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3:30 p.m. - 11:59 p.m.JFK-SFO

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8:19 p.m. - 11:59 p.m.JFK-SFO

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7:00 a.m. - 10:34 a.m.JFK-SFO

6h 34mdirect

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C$ 380Delta

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3 Mar

JFK1:00 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

6h 40m

SFO4:40 p.m.San Francisco

4 Mar

SFO2:20 p.m.San Francisco

5h 34m

JFK10:54 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

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4 Dec

JFK4:00 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

10h 59m

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SFO11:59 p.m.San Francisco

10 Dec

SFO1:25 p.m.San Francisco

5h 36m

JFK10:01 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

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18 Nov

JFK1:00 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

6h 26m

SFO4:26 p.m.San Francisco

18 Nov

SFO7:52 p.m.San Francisco

7h 35m

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8 Dec

JFK3:30 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

11h 29m

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14 Dec

SFO9:00 p.m.San Francisco

5h 20m

JFK5:20 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

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19 Nov

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6h 40m

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3 Dec

SFO9:16 p.m.San Francisco

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JFK9:52 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

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13 Nov

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6h 30m

SFO10:20 a.m.San Francisco

6 Dec

SFO7:00 a.m.San Francisco

5h 28m

JFK3:28 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

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8:19 p.m.-11:59 p.m.

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7:00 a.m.-10:34 a.m.

Nonstop6h 34m

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and San Francisco?

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

The cheapest month to fly to San Francisco from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around C$ 450, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of September is another great option to travel to San Francisco, with average flight prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport averaging around C$ 471.

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

The cheapest day to depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco is on a Friday. Travellers who choose to depart for San Francisco on a Friday will often find tickets for as low as C$ 450. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around C$ 1,334.

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

Flying to San Francisco from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as C$ 497 when looking at flights departing in the morning. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to San Francisco is in the afternoon when prices are around C$ 1,330.

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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 John F Kennedy Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around C$ 546 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport for as low as C$ 480 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New York John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco flights?

You could potentially save up to 30% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco flight.

How have New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco flights are approximately 29% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco takes 6h 27m

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How far is New York John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco by plane?
The distance between New York John F Kennedy Intl and San Francisco is about 4145.4 km. Flights usually cover this in 6h 26m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
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How old do you have to be to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your San Francisco Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco is Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 (19.08% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A321 (sharklets) (13.10%), Boeing 737 MAX 9 (11.06%), and Boeing 737-900 Passenger/BBJ3 (winglets) (10.46%).

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and San Francisco?

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What cabin class options are available on New York John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco flights?

You could potentially save up to 30% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco flight.

How have New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco flights are approximately 29% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco?

Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from New York John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco

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

Historically, on average around 16% 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 188 minutes.

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

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

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

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

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to San Francisco flights?

According to our data, TAP AIR PORTUGAL has had the least delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 5% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco on average per day?

As of October 2025, there are 40 flights per day flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco. The most common time of day flights depart is 5:00p.m., with 39% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco on average per week?

As of October 2025, there are 284 flights per week flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco. The most common day of the week flights depart is Thu, with 33% of flights taking off on this day.

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