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Cheap flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from £81

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JFK
11 Mar — 18 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl are usually found in January or February, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to John F Kennedy Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 February 2026.

Mon 13/422:55
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 33m
Delta
Tue 14/419:25
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 47m
Delta
Deal found 8/2£161
Mon 2/314:07
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 29m
JetBlue
Tue 10/320:00
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 57m
JetBlue
Deal found 7/2£161
Wed 11/306:29
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 31m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 11/317:00
JFK
-
SFO
1 stop9h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/2£163
Mon 13/422:55
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 33m
Delta
Fri 17/421:40
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 43m
Delta
Deal found 9/2£168
Fri 17/412:20
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 46m
JetBlue
Tue 21/408:00
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 34m
JetBlue
Deal found 9/2£169
Mon 12/1023:00
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 46m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 13/1010:00
JFK
-
SFO
1 stop8h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 8/2£170
Tue 17/323:14
SFO
-
JFK
1 stop10h 33m
JetBlue
Wed 18/315:45
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 46m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/2£172
Mon 14/923:00
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 46m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 17/916:00
JFK
-
SFO
1 stop10h 39m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/2£174
Tue 3/314:58
SFO
-
JFK
1 stop21h 27m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 7/317:00
JFK
-
SFO
1 stop9h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 8/2£175
Wed 6/514:45
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 44m
JetBlue
Sun 10/506:30
JFK
-
SFO
1 stop11h 00m
JetBlue
Deal found 7/2£176
Mon 9/323:30
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 30m
JetBlue
Wed 11/313:06
JFK
-
SFO
1 stop10h 43m
JetBlue
Deal found 7/2£177

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£161

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£81

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Average price

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SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Tue 24/3

16:05-00:36

Nonstop5h 31m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 31/3

07:25-10:58

Nonstop6h 33m

£161

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Tue 17/3

11:55-20:29

Nonstop5h 34m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 20/3

15:45-19:31

Nonstop6h 46m

£161

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Wed 11/3

06:29-15:00

Nonstop5h 31m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 16/3

20:00-00:04

Nonstop7h 04m

£161

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Tue 10/3

22:55-07:25

Nonstop5h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 17/3

14:55-18:32

Nonstop6h 37m

£161

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Fri 20/3

14:40-23:09

Nonstop5h 29m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 23/3

20:30-00:20

Nonstop6h 50m

£161

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

13:55-22:31

Nonstop5h 36m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 8/5

21:05-00:39

Nonstop6h 34m

£161

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Thu 30/7

14:35-23:20

Nonstop5h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/8

10:00-13:24

Nonstop6h 24m

£161

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Fri 7/8

21:30-05:59

Nonstop5h 29m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 13/8

19:10-22:55

Nonstop6h 45m

£161

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Tue 14/4

20:35-05:02

Nonstop5h 27m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 30/5

15:20-18:49

Nonstop6h 29m

£161

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Sun 19/4

07:00-15:33

Nonstop5h 33m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 22/4

20:07-23:50

Nonstop6h 43m

£161

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from San Francisco to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on 6 February 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 85 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of £87). Flying from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £161). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to JFK?

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It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 47% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

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    There are many flights that can get you from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in 5h 30m. Fly via JetBlue or Delta to get the fastest option. San Francisco and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are separated by a distance of 2578 mi. All flights are typically direct.

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  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is £80. On average you can expect to pay £465. The most popular route, (San Francisco - New York John F Kennedy Intl), can usually be booked for £177.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of £87). Flying from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £161). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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