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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from New York to San Francisco
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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and San Francisco?
What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?
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 $357.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?
The cheapest day to depart from New York to San Francisco is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $438. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $604.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?
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 $422. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $518.
What is the cheapest New York to San Francisco flight route?
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 I book a flight to San Francisco?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from New York when booking 15 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $405 when searching 15 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 $345 on momondo.
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 24% 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 June 2025, prices for New York to San Francisco flights are approximately 1% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to San Francisco?
Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to San Francisco
What airlines fly to San Francisco?
United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Delta 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 38% 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.
How many flights depart from New York to San Francisco on average per day?
107 flights are operational daily from New York to San Francisco as of June 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 5:00PM, with 37% of flights per day taking off at noon.
How many flights depart from New York to San Francisco on average per week?
The number of flights available between New York and San Francisco is 749 per week as of June 2025. The most frequent departure day is Wed, with 21% of weekly flights leaving on this day.
When to book flights from New York to San Francisco
Cheap New York to San Francisco (NYC to SFO) flight deals and tips
Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from New York to San Francisco
Best Price Found | $89 |
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Fastest flight time | 5h 56m |
Direct flights | Every day |
Airports in San Francisco | 1 airport |
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 5h 56m.
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.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to San Francisco Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from New York to San Francisco Airport is 10 as of June 2025.
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.
What is the most popular plane model from New York to San Francisco?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between New York and San Francisco, the leading plane model is Boeing 737-900 Passenger/BBJ3 (winglets), making up 12.84% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 with 12.49%, Boeing 737 MAX 9 with 11.63%, and Boeing 757-200 with 10.07%.
What is the most popular airline from New York to San Francisco?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between New York and San Francisco, the leading airline is JetBlue, making up 24% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Delta with 22%, Alaska Airlines with 22%, and United Airlines with 16%.
Best airlines flying from New York to San Francisco
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from New York to San Francisco with momondo
Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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PriceFrom $83 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 8,052 reviews | |||
PriceFrom $124 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.3 2,925 reviews | |||
PriceFrom $131 | Free Cancellation | Rating 5.9 3,295 reviews | |||
PriceFrom $148 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.8 2,494 reviews | |||
PriceFrom $175 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.9 345 reviews | |||
PriceFrom $206 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 10,000 reviews | |||
PriceFrom $210 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,946 reviews | |||
PriceFrom $256 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,790 reviews | |||
PriceFrom $258 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
PriceFrom $282 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,287 reviews |
Alaska Airlines Flights From New York to San Francisco
Alaska Airlines flight deals from New York to San Francisco start from $206 round-trip. Over the 11 Alaska Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $437 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.
Delta Flights From New York to San Francisco
The best Delta deal for New York to San Francisco flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was $210, round-trip. It should be noted that an average Delta flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $405 round-trip. Delta operates 24 flights out of New York into San Francisco in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 7,946 Delta 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.
How can momondo help me find flights from New York to San Francisco?
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.
I’m not ready to book a flight from New York to San Francisco right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
If you are not ready to book a flight from New York to San Francisco now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert, where momondo will track prices on flights to San Francisco and let you know when they change.