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

United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from New York to San Francisco

How many flights depart from New York to San Francisco on average per week?

As of October 2025, 418 flights take off from New York and land in San Francisco each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 34% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to San Francisco?

The average flight duration from New York to San Francisco depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Newark to San Francisco is 6h 13m on average, while flying from New York to San Francisco is 8h 45m on average. San Francisco is the most popular airport in San Francisco.

How many flights depart from New York to San Francisco on average per day?

The number of flights available between New York and San Francisco is 59 per day as of October 2025. The most frequent departure time is 5:00p.m., with 40% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

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 are updated daily.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York 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 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.

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from C$ 401 to C$ 846. The lowest price recently found on this route was C$ 329.

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1:00 p.m. - 4:40 p.m.JFK-SFO

6h 40mdirect

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

5h 34mdirect

C$ 329Alaska Airlines

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Tue, 3 Mar - Wed, 4 Mar

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

6h 35mdirect

7:00 a.m. - 3:29 p.m.SFO-JFK

5h 29mdirect

C$ 330Delta

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Thu, 4 Dec - Wed, 10 Dec

8:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.JFK-SFO

6h 45mdirect

10:40 p.m. - 7:03 a.m.SFO-JFK

5h 23mdirect

C$ 337JetBlue

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Tue, 9 Dec - Sun, 11 Jan

7:29 p.m. - 1:15 a.m.LGA-SFO

8h 46m1 stop

5:00 a.m. - 3:13 p.m.SFO-LGA

7h 13m1 stop

C$ 344United Airlines

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Mon, 15 Dec - Wed, 31 Dec

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

11h 29m1 stop

9:00 p.m. - 5:20 a.m.SFO-JFK

5h 20mdirect

C$ 348JetBlue

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Mon, 8 Dec - Sun, 14 Dec

8:15 a.m. - 1:35 p.m.LGA-SFO

8h 20m1 stop

8:25 a.m. - 6:44 p.m.SFO-LGA

7h 19m1 stop

C$ 351United Airlines

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Tue, 16 Dec - Sat, 10 Jan

5:55 p.m. - 11:33 p.m.EWR-SFO

8h 38m1 stop

6:00 a.m. - 7:02 p.m.SFO-EWR

10h 02m1 stop

C$ 355Hawaiian Airlines

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Tue, 3 Mar - Wed, 4 Mar

7:50 a.m. - 11:24 a.m.EWR-SFO

6h 34mdirect

9:59 p.m. - 6:30 a.m.SFO-EWR

5h 31mdirect

C$ 361Hawaiian Airlines

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Sun, 7 Dec - Sun, 14 Dec

2:40 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.LGA-SFO

8h 35m1 stop

11:45 a.m. - 11:05 p.m.SFO-LGA

8h 20m1 stop

C$ 365Southwest

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Fri, 16 Jan - Tue, 20 Jan

2:40 p.m. - 10:50 p.m.LGA-SFO

11h 10m1 stop

8:30 p.m. - 9:10 a.m.SFO-LGA

9h 40m2 stops

C$ 379Southwest

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Delta flights from New York to San Francisco

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4 Dec

JFK7:00 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

6h 35m

SFO10:35 a.m.San Francisco

5 Dec

SFO11:50 a.m.San Francisco

5h 40m

JFK8:30 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

C$ 330

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4 Dec

JFK7:00 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

6h 35m

SFO10:35 a.m.San Francisco

10 Dec

SFO8:50 a.m.San Francisco

5h 40m

JFK5:30 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

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16 Dec

LGA8:59 a.m.New York LaGuardia

8h 48m

1 stop

SFO2:47 p.m.San Francisco

6 Jan

SFO6:10 a.m.San Francisco

8h 19m

1 stop

LGA5:29 p.m.New York LaGuardia

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United Airlines flights from New York to San Francisco

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15 Dec

LGA7:29 p.m.New York LaGuardia

8h 46m

1 stop

SFO1:15 a.m.San Francisco

31 Dec

SFO5:00 a.m.San Francisco

7h 13m

1 stop

LGA3:13 p.m.New York LaGuardia

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16 Dec

LGA8:15 a.m.New York LaGuardia

8h 20m

1 stop

SFO1:35 p.m.San Francisco

10 Jan

SFO8:25 a.m.San Francisco

7h 19m

1 stop

LGA6:44 p.m.New York LaGuardia

C$ 351

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27 Nov

EWR3:00 p.m.Newark

6h 16m

SFO6:16 p.m.San Francisco

8 Dec

SFO4:40 p.m.San Francisco

5h 25m

EWR1:05 a.m.Newark

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JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/3

1:00 p.m.-4:40 p.m.

Nonstop6h 40m

San Francisco

Wed 4/3

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

Nonstop5h 34m

C$ 329

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JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 4/12

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

Nonstop6h 35m

San Francisco

Wed 10/12

7:00 a.m.-3:29 p.m.

Nonstop5h 29m

C$ 330

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JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/12

8:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m.

Nonstop6h 45m

San Francisco

Sun 11/1

10:40 p.m.-7:03 a.m.

Nonstop5h 23m

C$ 337

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Mon 15/12

7:29 p.m.-1:15 a.m.

1 stop8h 46m

San Francisco

Wed 31/12

5:00 a.m.-3:13 p.m.

1 stop7h 13m

C$ 344

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JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/12

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

1 stop11h 29m

San Francisco

Sun 14/12

9:00 p.m.-5:20 a.m.

Nonstop5h 20m

C$ 348

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LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Tue 16/12

8:15 a.m.-1:35 p.m.

1 stop8h 20m

San Francisco

Sat 10/1

8:25 a.m.-6:44 p.m.

1 stop7h 19m

C$ 351

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Tue 3/3

5:55 p.m.-11:33 p.m.

1 stop8h 38m

San Francisco

Wed 4/3

6:00 a.m.-7:02 p.m.

1 stop10h 02m

C$ 355

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Sun 7/12

7:50 a.m.-11:24 a.m.

Nonstop6h 34m

San Francisco

Sun 14/12

9:59 p.m.-6:30 a.m.

Nonstop5h 31m

C$ 361

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Fri 16/1

2:40 p.m.-8:15 p.m.

1 stop8h 35m

San Francisco

Tue 20/1

11:45 a.m.-11:05 p.m.

1 stop8h 20m

C$ 365

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Thu 19/2

2:40 p.m.-10:50 p.m.

1 stop11h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 23/2

8:30 p.m.-9:10 a.m.

2 stops9h 40m

C$ 379

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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 cheapest month to fly to San Francisco from New York is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around C$ 475, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of March is another great option to travel to San Francisco, with average flight prices from New York averaging around C$ 497.

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

The cheapest day to depart from New York 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$ 449. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to depart from New York because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around C$ 1,331.

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

Flying to San Francisco from New York in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as C$ 496 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$ 1,327.

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 C$ 545 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 for as low as C$ 479 on momondo.

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

There are 2 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 30% 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 October 2025, prices for New York to San Francisco flights are approximately 21% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from New York to San Francisco takes 6h 11m

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How far is New York to San Francisco by plane?
A flight from New York to San Francisco will travel around 4125.5 km. Flights usually cover this in 6h 16m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
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 are updated daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York 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 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 to San Francisco?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from New York to San Francisco is Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 (15.22% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 757-200 (10.77%), Boeing 737 MAX 9 (10.59%), and Boeing 777 (10.30%).

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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?

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

There are 2 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 30% 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 October 2025, prices for New York to San Francisco flights are approximately 21% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from New York to San Francisco

How many flights depart from New York to San Francisco on average per day?

The number of flights available between New York and San Francisco is 59 per day as of October 2025. The most frequent departure time is 5:00p.m., with 40% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from New York to San Francisco on average per week?

As of October 2025, 418 flights take off from New York and land in San Francisco each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 34% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to San Francisco?

The average flight duration from New York to San Francisco depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Newark to San Francisco is 6h 13m on average, while flying from New York to San Francisco is 8h 45m on average. San Francisco is the most popular airport in San Francisco.

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