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Cheap flights from New York to San Francisco from £87

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 18/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — SFO
11 Jan — 18 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to San Francisco are usually found in February or March, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

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Cheapest flights from New York to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 December 2025.

Wed 24/1218:20EWR - SFO
Nonstop6h 26mAlaska Airlines
Wed 31/1221:15SFO - EWR
Nonstop5h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/12£192
Sat 27/1220:25JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 49mJetBlue
Mon 5/113:00SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 29mJetBlue
Deal found 10/12£193
Wed 24/1211:15LGA - SFO
1 stop10h 20mSouthwest
Wed 31/1212:15SFO - LGA
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 10/12£208
Wed 24/1220:10JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 49mJetBlue
Wed 31/1222:35SFO - JFK
1 stop12h 03mJetBlue
Deal found 10/12£223
Wed 31/1222:55LGA - SFO
1 stop12h 28mFrontier
Mon 12/123:20SFO - LGA
1 stop9h 00mFrontier
Deal found 10/12£224
Wed 31/1206:20JFK - SFO
1 stop9h 53mFrontier
Tue 6/116:48SFO - JFK
1 stop10h 42mFrontier
Deal found 10/12£224
Wed 24/1207:30EWR - SFO
Nonstop6h 27mAlaska Airlines
Thu 1/114:50SFO - EWR
1 stop20h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/12£232
Mon 22/1213:30JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 30mDelta
Wed 7/112:15SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 43mDelta
Deal found 11/12£237
Mon 22/1213:30JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 30mDelta
Thu 8/114:25SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 35mDelta
Deal found 11/12£238
Wed 24/1222:55LGA - SFO
1 stop12h 28mFrontier
Mon 19/123:46SFO - LGA
1 stop13h 13mFrontier
Deal found 10/12£239
Wed 31/1216:29JFK - SFO
1 stop10h 55mFrontier
Sat 10/107:00SFO - JFK
1 stop25h 52mFrontier
Deal found 10/12£240
Wed 24/1216:31EWR - SFO
1 stop9h 17mAmerican Airlines
Wed 31/1212:41SFO - EWR
1 stop7h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/12£252

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Round-trip from

£161

One-way from

£87

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£372

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£186 or less
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  • 25h 01m total
  • New York to San Francisco
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  • 18/2
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  • 14h 28m total
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New York to San Francisco 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 12 December 2025.
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New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 14/1

12:30-16:03

Nonstop6h 33m

San Francisco

Wed 28/1

12:15-20:58

Nonstop5h 43m

£162

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 18/2

07:00-10:49

Nonstop6h 49m

San Francisco

Tue 24/2

09:10-17:57

Nonstop5h 47m

£163

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 16/4

06:55-10:34

Nonstop6h 39m

San Francisco

Sat 2/5

06:00-14:40

Nonstop5h 40m

£164

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 6/3

11:30-15:18

Nonstop6h 48m

San Francisco

Fri 13/3

06:29-15:00

Nonstop5h 31m

£164

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 8/1

07:05-10:47

Nonstop6h 42m

San Francisco

Sat 10/1

16:00-00:27

Nonstop5h 27m

£164

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 8/1

20:40-00:22

Nonstop6h 42m

San Francisco

Mon 12/1

11:40-20:15

Nonstop5h 35m

£164

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 14/1

09:30-21:02

1 stop14h 32m

San Francisco

Wed 28/1

22:20-07:00

Nonstop5h 40m

£170

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 6/2

16:23-22:47

1 stop9h 24m

San Francisco

Tue 10/2

09:16-17:53

Nonstop5h 37m

£170

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Sun 18/1

07:55-14:01

1 stop9h 06m

San Francisco

Wed 21/1

11:40-23:42

1 stop9h 02m

£177

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 18/1

17:17-09:11

1 stop18h 54m

San Francisco

Wed 21/1

09:16-17:53

Nonstop5h 37m

£177

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Best time to book a flight from New York to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to San Francisco

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from New York to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 5 December 2025.

Booking 86 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New York to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to San Francisco?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to San Francisco (average of £53). Flying from New York to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £142). 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 NYC to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 12 December 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from New York to San Francisco in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 31% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from New York to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 6 December 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New York to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New York to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to San Francisco. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 12 December 2025.

The most flights from NYC to SFO are scheduled on a Thursday (145 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (92 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from New York to San Francisco?

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

About 16% of weekly flights between New York and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 185 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to San Francisco flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night 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 Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

Over the past year, American Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

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 12 December 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines and Frontier from New York to San Francisco to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
11,432 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
11,432 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
11,432 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,084 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
11,432 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to San Francisco. 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 into for flights to San Francisco from New York?

    If you book a flight to San Francisco from New York, you will be flying to San Francisco, which is the city’s only airport. San Francisco (SFO) is located 11.8 mi from the center of San Francisco. There are 120 flights from New York to San Francisco per day from 2 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from New York to San Francisco?

    Departing from New York to San Francisco will take you 6h 33m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2578 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York to San Francisco round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at £155. Another option worth looking into is Alaska Airlines, starting at £172 return. Delta is currently priced 47% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to San Francisco one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Alaska Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £55. However, be on the lookout for offers from JetBlue and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from New York to San Francisco for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to San Francisco?

    While some choose either New York John F Kennedy Intl - San Francisco or New York LaGuardia - San Francisco, Newark - San Francisco is the most popular route from New York to San Francisco.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York to San Francisco?

    Consider TAP AIR PORTUGAL (89%), Korean Air (87%) or LOT (85%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from New York to San Francisco.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to San Francisco?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £74. While the most popular route (Newark - San Francisco) can be booked for £178 on average, our data indicates £466 when flying from New York to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to San Francisco?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New York to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to San Francisco 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 New York to San Francisco?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to San Francisco (average of £53). Flying from New York to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £142). 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£315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest£172Average£403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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