Cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco from £128

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 20/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — SFO
11 Jul — 18 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco are usually found in January or September, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 June 2026.

Fri 11/909:55
JFK
-
SFO
1 stop9h 42m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 11/918:59
SFO
-
JFK
1 stop8h 02m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/6£234
Sun 27/916:46
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 22m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 30/909:27
SFO
-
JFK
1 stop10h 32m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/6£235
Mon 28/909:55
JFK
-
SFO
1 stop9h 42m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 3/1116:57
SFO
-
JFK
1 stop10h 39m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/6£237
Fri 13/1116:00
JFK
-
SFO
1 stop10h 48m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 16/1118:59
SFO
-
JFK
1 stop9h 26m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/6£238
Wed 9/911:55
JFK
-
SFO
1 stop8h 27m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 19/911:57
SFO
-
JFK
1 stop15h 04m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 8/6£238
Tue 29/911:55
JFK
-
SFO
1 stop10h 11m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 4/1118:59
SFO
-
JFK
1 stop9h 26m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/6£241
Fri 2/1018:00
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 28m
JetBlue
Tue 13/1020:45
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 38m
JetBlue
Deal found 11/6£241
Tue 6/1011:30
JFK
-
SFO
1 stop9h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 10/1007:40
SFO
-
JFK
1 stop8h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 8/6£242
Wed 19/806:00
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 11m
JetBlue
Fri 2/1014:30
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 42m
JetBlue
Deal found 9/6£243
Thu 27/820:59
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 37m
JetBlue
Mon 7/923:50
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 43m
JetBlue
Deal found 10/6£244
Fri 28/820:55
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 41m
Delta
Mon 31/822:35
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 27m
Delta
Deal found 10/6£244
Fri 21/820:55
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 41m
Delta
Mon 24/822:35
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 27m
Delta
Deal found 9/6£245

Find flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 11 June 2026.

Round-trip from

£234

One-way from

£128

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£391

Good round-trip deal

£301 or less

Good one-way deal

£160 or less
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 11/9-11/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 17h 44m total
  • New York to San Francisco
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 20/8
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 17m total
  • New York to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (£33 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£7 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 13/11

16:00-23:48

1 stop10h 48m

San Francisco

Mon 16/11

18:59-07:25

1 stop9h 26m

£238

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 17/9

09:55-16:37

1 stop9h 42m

San Francisco

Tue 22/9

15:25-15:46

1 stop21h 21m

£241
Fastest return journey

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 7/10

06:00-09:10

Nonstop6h 10m

San Francisco

Sat 10/10

20:45-05:23

Nonstop5h 38m

£247

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 16/11

20:15-23:58

Nonstop6h 43m

San Francisco

Sat 12/12

07:00-15:28

Nonstop5h 28m

£249

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 16/11

06:00-09:30

Nonstop6h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 15/12

07:00-15:28

Nonstop5h 28m

£249

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 19/11

17:29-23:22

1 stop8h 53m

San Francisco

Tue 15/12

09:05-17:49

Nonstop5h 44m

£250

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 14/10

09:59-16:46

1 stop9h 47m

San Francisco

Tue 20/10

07:35-16:20

Nonstop5h 45m

£250

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 15/11

10:00-17:21

1 stop10h 21m

San Francisco

Sun 13/12

10:00-22:57

1 stop9h 57m

£256

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 7/10

21:30-01:13

Nonstop6h 43m

San Francisco

Fri 9/10

21:00-05:33

Nonstop5h 33m

£259

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 23/9

06:00-09:10

Nonstop6h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 28/9

21:45-11:00

1 stop10h 15m

£264

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 67 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.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of £230). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of £391). 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 JFK to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 11 June 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 48% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 8 June 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated 11 June 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco, such as Alaska Airlines,Delta, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from New York John F Kennedy Intl?

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    Airlines like Alaska Airlines fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco in about 10h 14m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and San Francisco are separated by a distance of 2578 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco round-trip from £155. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Alaska Airlines, from £241, and American Airlines, from £271. Delta is currently priced 48% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco one-way?

    £82 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from JetBlue. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from £111 and £112, respectively.

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

    While on average a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco is generally £308, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £134. When looking at the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - San Francisco), you can expect to pay £159 for that flight.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of £230). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of £391). 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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DeltaCheapest£155Average£282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest£241Average£484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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American AirlinesCheapest£271Average£271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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