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7:59 am - 6:02 pmJFK-SFO
13h 03m1 stop
2:54 pm - 6:30 amSFO-JFK
12h 36m1 stop
$128Frontier
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Sat, Jan 18 - Thu, Jan 23
7:59 am - 7:14 amJFK-SFO
26h 15m1 stop
10:59 pm - 6:30 amSFO-JFK
28h 31m1 stop
$129Frontier
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Wed, Dec 4 - Sat, Dec 7
6:29 pm - 10:09 pmEWR-SFO
6h 40mnonstop
7:00 am - 3:38 pmSFO-EWR
5h 38mnonstop
$251Alaska Airlines
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Mon, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 22
6:29 pm - 10:25 pmEWR-SFO
6h 56mnonstop
7:00 am - 3:38 pmSFO-EWR
5h 38mnonstop
$253Alaska Airlines
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Tue, Mar 11 - Wed, Mar 19
2:50 pm - 8:58 pmLGA-SFO
9h 08m1 stop
10:45 pm - 9:45 amSFO-LGA
8h 00m1 stop
$268United Airlines
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Fri, Jan 17 - Mon, Jan 20
2:55 pm - 6:41 pmJFK-SFO
6h 46mnonstop
7:00 am - 3:29 pmSFO-JFK
5h 29mnonstop
$269Delta
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Sat, Jan 18 - Wed, Jan 22
3:20 pm - 10:56 pmLGA-SFO
10h 36m2 stops
6:15 am - 5:12 pmSFO-LGA
7h 57m1 stop
$269United Airlines
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Fri, Jan 24 - Mon, Jan 27
8:30 pm - 12:14 amJFK-SFO
6h 44mnonstop
10:40 am - 7:19 pmSFO-JFK
5h 39mnonstop
$270JetBlue
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Mon, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 22
4:50 pm - 10:25 pmEWR-SFO
8h 35m1 stop
12:09 pm - 12:46 amSFO-EWR
9h 37m1 stop
$276Delta
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Sat, Jan 18 - Sat, Jan 25
7:15 am - 10:53 amJFK-SFO
6h 38mnonstop
1:19 pm - 9:59 pmSFO-JFK
5h 40mnonstop
$281JetBlue
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Tue, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 10
7:59 am - 6:00 pmJFK-SFO
13h 01m1 stop
$51Frontier
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Wed, Dec 11
7:59 am - 2:18 pmJFK-SFO
9h 19m1 stop
$63Frontier
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Wed, Jan 15
6:29 pm - 10:09 pmEWR-SFO
6h 40mnonstop
$125Alaska Airlines
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Wed, Jan 15
6:29 pm - 10:25 pmEWR-SFO
6h 56mnonstop
$128Alaska Airlines
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Wed, Mar 12
10:20 am - 3:38 pmLGA-SFO
8h 18m1 stop
$134United Airlines
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Mon, Jan 13
8:00 am - 11:40 amJFK-SFO
6h 40mnonstop
$135JetBlue
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Wed, Jan 8
5:38 pm - 11:23 pmEWR-SFO
8h 45m1 stop
$138Delta
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7:00 am - 1:49 pmEWR-SFO
9h 49m1 stop
$139Delta
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Mon, Jan 13
7:29 pm - 1:34 amLGA-SFO
9h 05m1 stop
$148United Airlines
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Sun, Feb 16
8:45 pm - 12:30 amJFK-SFO
6h 45mnonstop
$159JetBlue
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Thu, Dec 5
7:59 am - 9:43 amJFK-SFO
28h 44m1 stop
10:11 pm - 6:30 amSFO-JFK
29h 19m1 stop
$212Frontier
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Mon, Nov 25 - Mon, Dec 2
7:59 am - 9:43 amJFK-SFO
28h 44m1 stop
10:59 pm - 6:30 amSFO-JFK
28h 31m1 stop
$225Frontier
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Mon, Nov 25 - Fri, Dec 6
11:45 am - 7:15 pmJFK-SFO
10h 30m1 stop
6:20 am - 3:00 pmSFO-JFK
5h 40mnonstop
$296Alaska Airlines
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Mon, Nov 25 - Tue, Nov 26
12:00 pm - 3:25 pmEWR-SFO
6h 25mnonstop
10:45 pm - 7:02 amSFO-EWR
5h 17mnonstop
$302United Airlines
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Mon, Nov 25 - Fri, Dec 6
2:55 pm - 6:26 pmJFK-SFO
6h 31mnonstop
2:25 pm - 11:00 pmSFO-JFK
5h 35mnonstop
$312Delta
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Mon, Nov 25 - Fri, Dec 6
6:30 am - 11:25 amEWR-SFO
7h 55m1 stop
9:30 pm - 5:43 amSFO-EWR
5h 13mnonstop
$312United Airlines
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Mon, Nov 25 - Fri, Dec 6
6:15 pm - 9:57 pmJFK-SFO
6h 42mnonstop
6:00 am - 2:29 pmSFO-JFK
5h 29mnonstop
$372JetBlue
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Mon, Nov 25 - Wed, Nov 27
11:45 am - 7:15 pmJFK-SFO
10h 30m1 stop
10:56 pm - 7:30 amSFO-JFK
5h 34mnonstop
$381Alaska Airlines
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Mon, Nov 25 - Mon, Nov 25
2:55 pm - 6:26 pmJFK-SFO
6h 31mnonstop
9:15 pm - 5:33 amSFO-JFK
5h 18mnonstop
$401Delta
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Mon, Nov 25 - Wed, Nov 27
3:35 pm - 7:24 pmJFK-SFO
6h 49mnonstop
12:25 pm - 9:06 pmSFO-JFK
5h 41mnonstop
$482JetBlue
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Mon, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 3
6:29 pm - 10:09 pmEWR-SFO
6h 40mnonstop
7:00 am - 3:38 pmSFO-EWR
5h 38mnonstop
$251Alaska Airlines
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Mon, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 22
6:29 pm - 10:25 pmEWR-SFO
6h 56mnonstop
7:00 am - 3:38 pmSFO-EWR
5h 38mnonstop
$253Alaska Airlines
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Tue, Mar 11 - Wed, Mar 19
8:00 am - 11:40 amJFK-SFO
6h 40mnonstop
3:20 pm - 11:48 pmSFO-JFK
5h 28mnonstop
$263JetBlue
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Wed, Jan 22 - Wed, Jan 22
11:10 am - 2:59 pmJFK-SFO
6h 49mnonstop
12:00 pm - 8:35 pmSFO-JFK
5h 35mnonstop
$265Delta
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Tue, Jan 28 - Fri, Jan 31
8:30 pm - 12:14 amJFK-SFO
6h 44mnonstop
12:55 pm - 9:29 pmSFO-JFK
5h 34mnonstop
$270JetBlue
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Mon, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 22
8:00 pm - 11:34 pmEWR-SFO
6h 34mnonstop
11:55 pm - 8:14 amSFO-EWR
5h 19mnonstop
$277United Airlines
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Mon, Feb 3 - Fri, Feb 7
7:45 am - 11:23 amEWR-SFO
6h 38mnonstop
4:40 pm - 1:16 amSFO-EWR
5h 36mnonstop
$283United Airlines
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Sat, Dec 14 - Sat, Jan 11
7:00 am - 10:38 amJFK-SFO
6h 38mnonstop
4:10 pm - 12:40 amSFO-JFK
5h 30mnonstop
$298Delta
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Thu, Dec 5 - Tue, Jan 7
5:00 pm - 8:50 pmJFK-SFO
6h 50mnonstop
10:15 pm - 7:00 amSFO-JFK
5h 45mnonstop
$318American Airlines
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Tue, Feb 4 - Wed, Jul 16
8:30 pm - 12:15 amJFK-SFO
6h 45mnonstop
1:23 pm - 9:59 pmSFO-JFK
5h 36mnonstop
$395American Airlines
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Frontier flights from New York to San Francisco

Our best Frontier deals on New York to San Francisco flight tickets
Frontier
Jan 18
JFK7:59 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
13h 03m
1 stop
SFO6:02 pmSan Francisco
Jan 23
SFO2:54 pmSan Francisco
12h 36m
1 stop
JFK6:30 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Frontier
Dec 4
JFK7:59 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
26h 15m
1 stop
SFO7:14 amSan Francisco
Dec 7
SFO10:59 pmSan Francisco
28h 31m
1 stop
JFK6:30 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Frontier
Jan 25
JFK7:59 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
8h 50m
1 stop
SFO1:49 pmSan Francisco
Jan 28
SFO3:18 pmSan Francisco
12h 12m
1 stop
JFK6:30 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Alaska Airlines flights from New York to San Francisco

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on New York to San Francisco flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Jan 13
EWR6:29 pmNewark
6h 40m
SFO10:09 pmSan Francisco
Jan 22
SFO7:00 amSan Francisco
5h 38m
EWR3:38 pmNewark
Alaska Airlines
Mar 11
EWR6:29 pmNewark
6h 56m
SFO10:25 pmSan Francisco
Mar 19
SFO7:00 amSan Francisco
5h 38m
EWR3:38 pmNewark
Alaska Airlines
Feb 5
EWR6:29 pmNewark
6h 40m
SFO10:09 pmSan Francisco
Feb 12
SFO7:00 amSan Francisco
5h 38m
EWR3:38 pmNewark

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

February. The cheapest time of year to fly to San Francisco from New York is February. Most expensive is June

What is the cheapest day to depart New York for San Francisco?

Wednesday. The cheapest day of the week is typically Wednesday. The most expensive is typically Sunday

When is the cheapest time to fly from New York to San Francisco?

In the evening. New York to San Francisco flights are approximately 10% more expensive at noon than in the evening

What is the cheapest New York to San Francisco flight route?

New York John F Kennedy Intl - San Francisco. Fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco for the best New York - San Francisco flight prices

How far in advance should you book New York to San Francisco flights?

46 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from New York to San Francisco is approximately 46 days to departure

What cabin class options are available on New York to San Francisco flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to San Francisco flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on New York to San Francisco flights?

You could potentially save up to 59% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to San Francisco flight.

How have New York to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2024, prices for New York to San Francisco flights are approximately 19% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found

$51

Fastest flight time

6h 15m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Francisco

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Francisco from New York in the past 72 hours is $51. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $128.
The fastest flight from New York to San Francisco takes 6h 15m
Direct flights go from New York to San Francisco every day.
There is 1 airport near San Francisco: San Francisco (SFO)

  • How far is New York to San Francisco by plane?

    San Francisco is 2563.5 mi away from New York. By plane, this route typically takes 6h 15m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to San Francisco Airport?

    Prices for flights from New York to San Francisco Airport were last updated today.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from New York to San Francisco Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to San Francisco Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Francisco Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from New York to San Francisco

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $87Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,174 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $141Free CancellationRating
6.1
3,539 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $148Free CancellationRating
8.0
8,756 reviews
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Sun Country AirPriceFrom $175Free CancellationRating
7.0
415 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $206Free CancellationRating
8.0
9,461 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $206Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $216Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,394 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $260Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,171 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $268Free CancellationRating
8.1
5,014 reviews
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  • Delta Flights From New York to San Francisco

    Delta flight deals from New York to San Francisco start from $148 round-trip. Over the 21 Delta flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $417 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

  • Alaska Airlines Flights From New York to San Francisco

    The best Alaska Airlines deal for New York to San Francisco flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was $206, round-trip. It should be noted that an average Alaska Airlines flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $461 round-trip. Alaska Airlines operates 8 flights out of New York into San Francisco in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 9,461 Alaska Airlines reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 8.0/10.


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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from New York to San Francisco?

Finding the right flight to San Francisco from New York is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to San Francisco quick and easy, saving you time and money.

Can I find flights from New York to San Francisco with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to San Francisco from New York with this policy.

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momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight from New York to San Francisco.

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