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Cheap flights from New York to San Francisco from £103

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 19/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — SFO
22 Jul — 29 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 Sunday

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 17 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£185

One-way from

£103

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£326

Good round-trip deal

£232 or less

Good one-way deal

£164 or less
JetBlue
  • JetBlue
  • 30/8-6/9
  • Nonstop
  • 12h 10m total
  • New York to San Francisco
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 19/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 16m total
  • New York to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (£16 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 17 July 2025.

Sat 30/819:55JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 52mDelta
Tue 16/922:55SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 33mDelta
Deal found 14/7£185
Thu 14/821:59JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 44mJetBlue
Sat 6/922:30SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 31mJetBlue
Deal found 15/7£189
Wed 12/1111:30JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 28mAlaska Airlines
Wed 19/1114:20SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 15/7£189
Wed 12/1109:30JFK - SFO
1 stop9h 17mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 19/1114:20SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 39mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 15/7£190
Sat 30/815:00LGA - SFO
1 stop10h 25mDelta
Sat 6/906:00SFO - LGA
1 stop10h 07mDelta
Deal found 16/7£200
Sat 30/806:20LGA - SFO
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Wed 3/908:35SFO - LGA
2 stops9h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 15/7£204
Tue 19/814:00LGA - SFO
1 stop8h 51mAmerican Airlines
Tue 26/806:10SFO - LGA
1 stop7h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 15/7£206
Sat 20/907:28LGA - SFO
1 stop9h 07mUnited Airlines
Sat 27/923:00SFO - LGA
1 stop7h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/7£207
Sat 20/907:20EWR - SFO
1 stop8h 05mDelta
Mon 29/900:45SFO - EWR
1 stop10h 14mDelta
Deal found 14/7£207
Sat 30/818:18EWR - SFO
Nonstop6h 13mAlaska Airlines
Mon 15/918:53SFO - EWR
1 stop8h 06mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 14/7£207
Wed 13/809:00EWR - SFO
Nonstop6h 13mMultiple Airlines
Fri 15/822:29SFO - EWR
1 stop8h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7£210
Sat 23/810:35EWR - SFO
Nonstop6h 19mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/907:05SFO - EWR
Nonstop5h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/7£219

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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 17 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

New York

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 30/8

19:59-23:43

Nonstop6h 44m

San Francisco

Sat 6/9

20:40-05:06

Nonstop5h 26m

£185

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 30/8

16:10-19:58

Nonstop6h 48m

San Francisco

Sat 6/9

11:55-21:00

Nonstop6h 05m

£186

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 12/11

11:30-14:58

Nonstop6h 28m

San Francisco

Wed 19/11

14:20-22:59

Nonstop5h 39m

£189

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 12/11

09:30-15:47

1 stop9h 17m

San Francisco

Wed 19/11

14:20-22:59

Nonstop5h 39m

£190

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Sat 30/8

15:00-22:25

1 stop10h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 6/9

06:00-19:07

1 stop10h 07m

£200

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Sat 30/8

11:25-17:10

1 stop8h 45m

San Francisco

Sat 6/9

06:50-20:50

2 stops11h 00m

£204

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Tue 19/8

14:00-19:51

1 stop8h 51m

San Francisco

Tue 26/8

06:10-16:29

1 stop7h 19m

£206

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Sat 20/9

07:28-13:35

1 stop9h 07m

San Francisco

Sat 27/9

23:00-09:16

1 stop7h 16m

£207

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Sat 20/9

07:20-12:25

1 stop8h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 29/9

00:45-13:59

1 stop10h 14m

£207

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Sat 30/8

18:18-21:31

Nonstop6h 13m

San Francisco

Thu 18/9

08:00-18:59

1 stop7h 59m

£207

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

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Cheapflights Insights

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 11 July 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 17 July 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from New York to San Francisco in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 24% 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. 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 17 July 2025.

The most flights from NYC to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (172 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (86 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 17 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.

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

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

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

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 134 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 JetBlue is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at £185. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Alaska Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at £186 and £189, respectively. JetBlue 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 Alaska Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £103. However, be on the lookout for offers from Hawaiian Airlines and JetBlue, 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 (95%) 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 £129. While the most popular route (New York John F Kennedy Intl - San Francisco) can be booked for £186 on average our data indicates £306 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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