Question 1

How many flights depart from New York to San Francisco on average per day?

Accepted Answer

117 flights are operational daily from New York to San Francisco as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 8:00PM, with 38% of flights per day taking off at noon.

Question 2

How far in advance should I book a flight to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $384 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from New York for as low as $335 on momondo.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 4

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between New York and San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Las Vegas (LAS) was the most common stop: 53% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 5

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 6

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Our data shows that the cheapest New York to San Francisco flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to San Francisco in the evening for as low as $389. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $500.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

According to our data, American Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 14% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 8

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

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Historically, on average around 16% of flights between New York and San Francisco have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 185 minutes.

Question 9

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of February, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $352.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 11

How many flights depart from New York to San Francisco on average per week?

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between New York and San Francisco is 824 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Tue, with 17% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Question 12

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from New York to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $184.

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, prices for New York to San Francisco flights are approximately 4% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 14

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from New York to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Detroit (DTW) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 0h 34m.

Question 15

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from New York to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Detroit (DTW) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 7h 33m.

Question 16

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

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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.

Question 17

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest day to depart from New York to San Francisco is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $413. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $580.

Question 18

How long does it take to fly to San Francisco?

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Flight times from New York to San Francisco vary, but if you’re flying out of Newark and flying into San Francisco (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 6h 16m on average. Another popular route from New York to San Francisco is flying from New York to San Francisco, which will take roughly 7h 09m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

Question 19

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to San Francisco

Question 20

What airlines fly to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and JetBlue are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco from New York according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San Francisco. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to San Francisco on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 21

Which airlines fly direct from New York City to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

There are a few different airlines that offer direct flights from New York City to San Francisco. For example, Delta and JetBlue Airlines offer direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO), while Alaska Airlines offers direct flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to SFO. You will also find quite a few flights that require a layover. United Airlines services flights from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to SFO, and they often have a layover in Washington, D.C. You will also find direct flights with Spirit that go from EWR to Oakland International AIrport (OAK). JetBlue offers a direct flight from JKF to San José Mineta International Airport (SJC), but you can find flights from LGA or JFK that require a layover, generally at Dallas (DFW) or Phoenix (PHX).

What is the best way to get in and out of airports in New York City and San Francisco?

All of the airports in the New York City region have public transportation that travelers are able to use in order to go from downtown to their respective travel hub. If you will be flying out of John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), you can always go there by taking bus lines Q3, Q6, or Q7, or subway lines E, J, or Z. If you will be departing from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), you can take bus lines 28, 37, 62, 67, or 107. Those departing from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) can take the LaGuardia Link Q70 bus or subway lines E, F, M, or R. If you will be flying out of New York Stewart International Airport (SWF), you can take the Metro-North's Hudson Line train. Once you land at San Francisco International Airport (SFO), you can take the BART Rapid Rail to go to the city center. If you land at Oaklnad Airport (OAK), you can always choose to take the BART train as well, or one of the many local buses. If you land at San José Mineta International Airport (SJC), you will likely need to drive to downtown San Francisco due to the distance.

What are the benefits of the different airports in New York City and San Francisco?

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are known for being two of the largest airports in the New York City region and therefore have many different flights to choose from. However, they are a bit more removed from the city center. LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is closer to downtown New York City but is a smaller option, so you may have fewer flights to choose from, particularly those that are direct. New York Stewart International Airport (SWF) is a small option that is easy to navigate, but it is located quite a far distance from downtown New York City. San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is the largest airport in the region and is well connected to the city center. You can also choose to arrive at San José Mineta International Airport (SJC), a smaller option that is typically a bit easier to navigate, but it is a further distance from downtown than SFO. Oakland Airport (OAK) is an arrival option as well, and although it is a bit more removed from the city center, it is a smaller airport that is easy to navigate.

Which cities can you get to from San Francisco International Airport?

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) primarily serves the city of San Francisco, but can also be used to go to other destinations in the area. There are so many places to discover, where you can visit wine country or a seaside town, all within easy driving distance. Bolinas, Carmel-by-the-Sea, Guerneville, Half-Moon-Bay, and Rockridgee are five destinations not to be missed within a quick drive. If you are going to be visiting the cities of Palo Alto or San Jose, you will find it convenient to fly into SFO and then head to your final destination.

Question 22

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 23

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to San Francisco Airport?

Accepted Answer

The number of operators available for flights from New York to San Francisco Airport is 10 as of December 2025.

Question 24

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 25

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

Accepted Answer

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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