How long does it take to fly to San Francisco?

Flight times from State of 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 5h 58m on average. Another popular route from State of New York to San Francisco is flying from New York to San Francisco, which will take roughly 6h 51m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

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

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

The number of flights available between State of New York and San Francisco is 117 per day as of September 2025. The most frequent departure time is 5:00PM, with 37% of daily flights leaving at noon.

What airlines fly to San Francisco?

United Airlines, Delta and Alaska Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco from State of 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 State of New York to San Francisco on average per week?

As of September 2025, there are 825 flights per week flying from State of New York to San Francisco. The most common day of the week flights depart is Thu, with 19% of flights taking off on this day.

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

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As of September 2025, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to San Francisco Airport.

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 required travel and health documents for your San Francisco Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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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 State of New York to San Francisco is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $422. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $592.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest State of 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 $401. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $509.

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

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from State of New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $395 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from State of New York for as low as $343 on momondo.

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The best one-way flight to San Francisco from State of New York in the past 72 hours is $157. The best round-trip flight deal from State of New York to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $279.

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As of September 2025, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to San Francisco Airport.
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 required travel and health documents for your San Francisco Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
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momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from State of New York to San Francisco is Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321, representing 18.32% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A321 (sharklets) at 13.82%, Boeing 737 MAX 9 at 13.27%, and Boeing 737-900 Passenger/BBJ3 (winglets) at 11.78%.

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JetBlue	PriceFrom $118	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,911 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
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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 State of New York to San Francisco is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $422. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $592.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest State of 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 $401. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $509.

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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.

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

You could potentially save up to 10% on your flight if you consider stops on a State of New York to San Francisco flight.

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

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

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The number of flights available between State of New York and San Francisco is 117 per day as of September 2025. The most frequent departure time is 5:00PM, with 37% of daily flights leaving at noon.

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

As of September 2025, there are 825 flights per week flying from State of New York to San Francisco. The most common day of the week flights depart is Thu, with 19% of flights taking off on this day.

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