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Cheap flights from New York to San Francisco from £107

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 27/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — SFO
16 Jul — 23 Jul1
1 adult

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 Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from New York to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) 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 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£186

One-way from

£107

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£336

Good round-trip deal

£237 or less

Good one-way deal

£167 or less
Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 22/8-31/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 50m total
  • New York to San Francisco
Hawaiian Airlines
  • Hawaiian Airlines
  • 27/11
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 26m total
  • New York to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (£13 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£7 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New York (NYC) to San Francisco.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New York (NYC) to San Francisco.

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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 11 July 2025.

Fri 22/806:30LGA - SFO
1 stop12h 55mSouthwest
Sun 31/811:05SFO - LGA
1 stop8h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 10/7£186
Wed 3/909:30JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 10mAlaska Airlines
Tue 16/908:50SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 46mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/7£189
Fri 31/1020:29JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 45mJetBlue
Thu 13/1122:32SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 28mJetBlue
Deal found 10/7£197
Sat 30/806:05LGA - SFO
1 stop7h 25mDelta
Sat 6/906:00SFO - LGA
1 stop7h 52mDelta
Deal found 9/7£198
Thu 27/1107:00JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 30mDelta
Tue 2/1222:45SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 50mDelta
Deal found 10/7£198
Fri 12/913:01JFK - SFO
1 stop11h 20mFrontier
Fri 19/923:00SFO - JFK
1 stop10h 02mFrontier
Deal found 10/7£202
Tue 26/817:19LGA - SFO
1 stop8h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 3/923:59SFO - LGA
1 stop7h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/7£204
Sat 30/807:30EWR - SFO
Nonstop6h 09mAlaska Airlines
Sun 7/905:50SFO - EWR
1 stop21h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/7£205
Wed 30/707:20EWR - SFO
1 stop17h 01mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/807:00SFO - EWR
1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7£208
Thu 31/707:19EWR - SFO
1 stop9h 26mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 5/807:00SFO - EWR
1 stop8h 29mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 9/7£210
Thu 27/1116:59JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 28mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 2/1223:00SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 34mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 10/7£213
Wed 30/706:59JFK - SFO
1 stop8h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/806:18SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7£215

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New York

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Fri 22/8

06:30-16:25

1 stop12h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 31/8

11:05-23:00

1 stop8h 55m

£186

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 3/9

09:30-12:40

Nonstop6h 10m

San Francisco

Sat 6/9

13:30-22:17

Nonstop5h 47m

£189

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 30/8

09:30-12:40

Nonstop6h 10m

San Francisco

Sat 6/9

06:00-06:09

1 stop21h 09m

£190

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 31/10

20:29-00:14

Nonstop6h 45m

San Francisco

Thu 13/11

22:32-07:00

Nonstop5h 28m

£197

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Sat 30/8

06:05-10:30

1 stop7h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 6/9

06:00-16:52

1 stop7h 52m

£198

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 27/11

07:00-10:30

Nonstop6h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 2/12

22:45-07:35

Nonstop5h 50m

£198

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 12/9

13:01-21:21

1 stop11h 20m

San Francisco

Fri 19/9

23:00-12:02

1 stop10h 02m

£202

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Tue 26/8

17:19-22:34

1 stop8h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 3/9

23:59-10:16

1 stop7h 17m

£204

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Sat 30/8

07:30-10:39

Nonstop6h 09m

San Francisco

Sun 7/9

05:50-05:59

1 stop21h 09m

£205

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Wed 30/7

07:20-21:21

1 stop17h 01m

San Francisco

Tue 5/8

07:00-06:05

1 stop20h 05m

£208

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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 27 June 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 £538). Flying from New York to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £803). 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 11 July 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from New York to San Francisco in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 32% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, 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 16 March 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New York to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday 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 11 July 2025.

The most flights from NYC to SFO are scheduled on a Thursday (171 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (83 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from New York 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 July 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, andDelta 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.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very Good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

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 129 flights from New York to San Francisco per day from 2 different airlines.

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

    Flying on Southwest is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at £186. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at £189 and £190, respectively. Southwest is currently priced 39% 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 Hawaiian Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £107. However, be on the lookout for offers from Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, 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?

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

    Consider SAUDIA (100%), TAP AIR PORTUGAL (98%) or Korean Air (97%) 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 £67. While the most popular route (New York John F Kennedy Intl - San Francisco) can be booked for £212 on average our data indicates £302 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 £538). Flying from New York to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £803). 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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