Cheap flights from San Francisco to New York from £149
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 18/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — NYC
29 Nov — 6 Dec1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to New York are usually found in January or February, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 October 2026.
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Best flights from San Francisco to New York
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to New York that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
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Direct flights from San Francisco to New York
Explore direct flight options from San Francisco to New York based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
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Last-minute flights from San Francisco to New York
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to New York. Data last updated 30 October 2026 and is based on user searches.
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One-way flights from San Francisco to New York
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to New York. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
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Find flight deals from San Francisco to New York
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to New York (NYC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to New York that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to New York that are best for you.
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San FranciscoNew York
SFO San Francisco - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
SFOJFK
San Francisco
Wed 18/11
13:50-22:29
Nonstop5h 39m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-21:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£149
San FranciscoNew York
SFO San Francisco - LGA New York LaGuardia
SFOLGA
San Francisco
Wed 24/2
11:30-23:41
1 stop9h 11m
New York LaGuardia
Wed 31/12
00:00-21:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£149
San FranciscoNew York
SFO San Francisco - LGA New York LaGuardia
SFOLGA
San Francisco
Wed 25/11
11:20-23:25
1 stop9h 05m
New York LaGuardia
Wed 31/12
00:00-21:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£149
San FranciscoNew York
SFO San Francisco - LGA New York LaGuardia
SFOLGA
San Francisco
Thu 25/2
23:55-10:59
1 stop8h 04m
New York LaGuardia
Wed 31/12
00:00-21:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£149
San FranciscoNew York
SFO San Francisco - LGA New York LaGuardia
SFOLGA
San Francisco
Thu 10/12
08:00-21:43
1 stop10h 43m
New York LaGuardia
Wed 31/12
00:00-21:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£153
San FranciscoNew York
SFO San Francisco - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
SFOJFK
San Francisco
Wed 11/11
14:05-22:34
Nonstop5h 29m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-21:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£157
San FranciscoNew York
SFO San Francisco - LGA New York LaGuardia
SFOLGA
San Francisco
Tue 17/11
21:42-10:39
1 stop9h 57m
New York LaGuardia
Wed 31/12
00:00-21:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£159
San FranciscoNew York
SFO San Francisco - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
SFOJFK
San Francisco
Thu 4/2
16:01-07:16
2 stops12h 15m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-21:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£170
San FranciscoNewark
SFO San Francisco - EWR Newark
SFOEWR
San Francisco
Wed 16/12
23:39-10:58
1 stop8h 19m
Newark
Wed 31/12
00:00-21:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£172
San FranciscoNew York
SFO San Francisco - LGA New York LaGuardia
SFOLGA
San Francisco
Sat 3/4
22:50-11:10
1 stop9h 20m
New York LaGuardia
Wed 31/12
00:00-21:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£175
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to New York?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New York (average of £256). Flying from San Francisco to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of £432). 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 NYC?
Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to New York in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 50% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.
How much does it cost for a return flight from San Francisco to New York?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
San Francisco to New York flights typically cost between £276 and £534 in February.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £270 on JetBlue (10 Feb–14 Feb).
How often are flights from San Francisco to New York delayed?
About 15% of weekly flights between San Francisco and New York have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 177 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to New York flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to New York flights?
Over the past year, Alaska Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.
How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to New York?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to New York, you should look to book at least 84 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
Reviews of airlines servicing New York
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New York. Reviews last updated 30 October 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines and Delta
from San Francisco to New York. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Related info for your journey
Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to New York. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to New York?
San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Francisco to New York. You should not have trouble finding flights to New York from San Francisco; the airport handles an average of 53 outbound flights to New York per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has flights from the San Francisco airport to New York. It is only a 11.0 mi journey to San Francisco (SFO) from San Francisco’s city center.
How long is the flight from San Francisco to New York?
Airlines like Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and JetBlue fly from San Francisco to New York in about 9h 22m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 47m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2578 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to New York round-trip?
Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to New York is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £447 on this airline.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to New York one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £108. However, be on the lookout for offers from Alaska Airlines and JetBlue, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to New York for a low price.
What are the most popular routes from San Francisco to New York?
While some choose either San Francisco - New York LaGuardia or San Francisco - New York John F Kennedy Intl, San Francisco - Newark is the most popular route from San Francisco to New York.
What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to New York?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to New York consider choosing Condor (100%), Icelandair (96%) or TAP AIR PORTUGAL (95%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to New York?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £156. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Newark) can be booked for £253 on average, our data indicates £322 when flying from San Francisco to New York.
Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to New York?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to New York by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to New York?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New York (average of £256). Flying from San Francisco to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of £432). 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.
Explore flights to New York departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 30 October 2026.
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