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

The number of flights available between San Francisco and New York is 751 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 20% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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

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

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

Historically, on average around 12% of flights between San Francisco and New York 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 San Francisco to New York flights?

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

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

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

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

The number of flights available between San Francisco and New York is 107 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 7:00a.m., with 60% of daily flights leaving at noon.

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

According to our data, American Airlines has had the least delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 11% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to New York are updated daily.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Francisco Airport to New York.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New York may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at New York. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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2:25 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

SFO

JFK

5h 35mdirect

12:30 p.m. - 4:05 p.m.

JFK

SFO

6h 35mdirect

C$ 299Delta

Wed, 7 Jan - Tue, 13 Jan

4:05 p.m. - 12:35 a.m.

SFO

JFK

5h 30mdirect

9:05 a.m. - 12:49 p.m.

JFK

SFO

6h 44mdirect

C$ 300Delta

Thu, 8 Jan - Tue, 13 Jan

4:00 p.m. - 12:27 a.m.

SFO

JFK

5h 27mdirect

8:55 a.m. - 12:39 p.m.

JFK

SFO

6h 44mdirect

C$ 302Delta

Sat, 10 Jan - Sat, 17 Jan

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

SFO

JFK

5h 29mdirect

8:31 p.m. - 12:19 a.m.

JFK

SFO

6h 48mdirect

C$ 303JetBlue

Fri, 20 Feb - Sat, 14 Mar

11:20 p.m. - 11:23 a.m.

SFO

LGA

9h 03m1 stop

5:57 p.m. - 9:46 a.m.

LGA

SFO

18h 49m2 stops

C$ 310Frontier

Mon, 5 Jan - Sat, 10 Jan

5:02 p.m. - 4:12 p.m.

SFO

JFK

20h 10m1 stop

6:57 p.m. - 10:40 p.m.

JFK

SFO

6h 43mdirect

C$ 313Alaska Airlines

Tue, 27 Jan - Tue, 3 Feb

10:20 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.

SFO

JFK

5h 40mdirect

4:23 p.m. - 10:47 p.m.

JFK

SFO

9h 24m1 stop

C$ 314Alaska Airlines

Sat, 10 Jan - Sat, 17 Jan

10:39 p.m. - 1:05 p.m.

SFO

JFK

11h 26m1 stop

3:45 p.m. - 7:29 p.m.

JFK

SFO

6h 44mdirect

C$ 325JetBlue

Tue, 10 Mar - Wed, 11 Mar

6:25 a.m. - 5:27 p.m.

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LGA

8h 02m1 stop

5:15 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

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SFO

8h 45m1 stop

C$ 329United Airlines

Tue, 6 Jan - Mon, 12 Jan

10:50 p.m. - 7:09 a.m.

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EWR

5h 19mdirect

7:00 a.m. - 10:23 a.m.

EWR

SFO

6h 23mdirect

C$ 347United Airlines

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7 Jan

SFO2:25 p.m.San Francisco

5h 35m

JFK11:00 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

13 Jan

JFK12:30 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

6h 35m

SFO4:05 p.m.San Francisco

C$ 299

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8 Jan

SFO4:05 p.m.San Francisco

5h 30m

JFK12:35 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

13 Jan

JFK9:05 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

6h 44m

SFO12:49 p.m.San Francisco

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10 Jan

SFO4:00 p.m.San Francisco

5h 27m

JFK12:27 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

17 Jan

JFK8:55 a.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

6h 44m

SFO12:39 p.m.San Francisco

C$ 302

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27 Jan

SFO5:02 p.m.San Francisco

20h 10m

1 stop

JFK4:12 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

3 Feb

JFK6:57 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

6h 43m

SFO10:40 p.m.San Francisco

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10 Jan

SFO10:20 p.m.San Francisco

5h 40m

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

17 Jan

JFK4:23 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

9h 24m

1 stop

SFO10:47 p.m.San Francisco

C$ 314

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7 Feb

SFO10:20 p.m.San Francisco

5h 40m

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

9 Feb

JFK4:23 p.m.New York John F Kennedy Intl

9h 24m

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SFO10:47 p.m.San Francisco

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Wed 7/1

2:25 p.m.-11:00 p.m.

Nonstop5h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 13/1

12:30 p.m.-4:05 p.m.

Nonstop6h 35m

C$ 299

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SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Thu 8/1

4:05 p.m.-12:35 a.m.

Nonstop5h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 13/1

9:05 a.m.-12:49 p.m.

Nonstop6h 44m

C$ 300

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SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Sat 10/1

4:00 p.m.-12:27 a.m.

Nonstop5h 27m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 17/1

8:55 a.m.-12:39 p.m.

Nonstop6h 44m

C$ 302

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SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Fri 20/2

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

Nonstop5h 29m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 14/3

8:31 p.m.-12:19 a.m.

Nonstop6h 48m

C$ 303

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SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Mon 5/1

11:20 p.m.-11:23 a.m.

1 stop9h 03m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 10/1

5:57 p.m.-9:46 a.m.

2 stops18h 49m

C$ 310

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Tue 27/1

5:02 p.m.-4:12 p.m.

1 stop20h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/2

6:57 p.m.-10:40 p.m.

Nonstop6h 43m

C$ 313

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Sat 10/1

10:20 p.m.-7:00 a.m.

Nonstop5h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 17/1

4:23 p.m.-10:47 p.m.

1 stop9h 24m

C$ 314

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Tue 10/3

10:39 p.m.-1:05 p.m.

1 stop11h 26m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/3

3:45 p.m.-7:29 p.m.

Nonstop6h 44m

C$ 325

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Tue 6/1

6:25 a.m.-5:27 p.m.

1 stop8h 02m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 12/1

5:15 p.m.-11:00 p.m.

1 stop8h 45m

C$ 329

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SFO - EWR

SFOEWR

San Francisco

Wed 7/1

10:50 p.m.-7:09 a.m.

Nonstop5h 19m

Newark

Sat 10/1

7:00 a.m.-10:23 a.m.

Nonstop6h 23m

C$ 347

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

The month of March is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around C$ 452.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New York?

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to New York from San Francisco. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was C$ 389. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from San Francisco to New York on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around C$ 1,348. 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 New York?

Our data shows that the cheapest San Francisco to New York flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to New York in the afternoon for as low as C$ 512. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to New York is at noon when prices are around C$ 860.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight to New York?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New York from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York for around C$ 532 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New York from San Francisco for as low as C$ 421 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to New York 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 San Francisco to New York flights?

You could potentially save up to 25% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to New York flight.

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

As of December 2025, prices for San Francisco to New York flights are approximately 9% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best price found	C$ 204
Fastest flight time	5h 23m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in New York	3 airports

The best one-way flight to New York from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is C$ 204. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to New York found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 761.

The fastest flight from San Francisco to New York takes 5h 23m

Direct flights go from San Francisco to New York every day.

There are 3 airports in New York. From San Francisco there are direct flights to Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK).

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How far is San Francisco to New York by plane?
A flight from San Francisco to New York will travel around 4125.5 km. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 5h 23m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to New York?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to New York are updated daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to New York?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Francisco Airport to New York.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New York may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at New York. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from San Francisco to New York?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from San Francisco to New York is Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321, representing 20.24% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 757-200 at 13.68%, Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) at 11.95%, and Boeing 777 at 11.41%.
What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to New York?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from San Francisco to New York is Alaska Airlines (69% of total bookings). The next most popular airline is JetBlue (31%).

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The month of March is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around C$ 452.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight to New York?

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to New York 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 San Francisco to New York flights?

You could potentially save up to 25% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to New York flight.

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

As of December 2025, prices for San Francisco to New York flights are approximately 9% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

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

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

Historically, on average around 12% of flights between San Francisco and New York 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 San Francisco to New York flights?

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

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

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

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

According to our data, American Airlines has had the least delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 11% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

The number of flights available between San Francisco and New York is 107 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 7:00a.m., with 60% of daily flights leaving at noon.

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

The number of flights available between San Francisco and New York is 751 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 20% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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