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7:25 pm - 7:23 amSFO-JFK
8h 58m1 stop
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6:59 am - 4:51 pmJFK-SFO
12h 52m1 stop
$236Multiple Airlines
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Fri, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 10
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10:23 pm - 11:29 amSFO-LGA
10h 06m1 stop
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10:58 pm - 12:24 amLGA-SFO
28h 26m1 stop
$236Frontier
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Sun, Nov 16 - Fri, Nov 21
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1:25 pm - 10:01 pmSFO-JFK
5h 36mnonstop
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11:30 am - 6:34 pmJFK-SFO
10h 04m1 stop
$237Alaska Airlines
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Mon, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 11
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6:20 am - 3:00 pmSFO-JFK
5h 40mnonstop
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7:00 am - 2:03 pmJFK-SFO
10h 03m1 stop
$240Alaska Airlines
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Thu, Nov 27 - Thu, Dec 4
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5:50 am - 5:46 pmSFO-LGA
8h 56m1 stop
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6:29 pm - 12:19 amLGA-SFO
8h 50m1 stop
$240Delta
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Thu, Nov 27 - Thu, Dec 4
Delta Logo
5:50 am - 5:46 pmSFO-LGA
8h 56m1 stop
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6:29 pm - 12:19 amLGA-SFO
8h 50m1 stop
$241Delta
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Thu, Nov 27 - Thu, Dec 4
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2:00 pm - 10:29 pmSFO-JFK
5h 29mnonstop
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9:00 am - 12:46 pmJFK-SFO
6h 46mnonstop
$245JetBlue
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Sun, Feb 15 - Sun, Feb 22
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9:44 pm - 6:07 amSFO-JFK
5h 23mnonstop
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7:00 am - 10:40 amJFK-SFO
6h 40mnonstop
$250JetBlue
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Mon, Jan 5 - Sun, Jan 11
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10:50 pm - 7:14 amSFO-EWR
5h 24mnonstop
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6:05 pm - 9:43 pmEWR-SFO
6h 38mnonstop
$258United Airlines
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Thu, Dec 4 - Wed, Dec 10
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10:40 pm - 9:07 amSFO-LGA
7h 27m1 stop
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5:15 pm - 10:55 pmLGA-SFO
8h 40m1 stop
$270United Airlines
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Frontier flights from San Francisco to New York

Our best Frontier deals on San Francisco to New York flight tickets
Frontier
Nov 16
SFO10:23 pmSan Francisco
10h 06m
1 stop
LGA11:29 amNew York LaGuardia
Nov 21
LGA10:58 pmNew York LaGuardia
28h 26m
1 stop
SFO12:24 amSan Francisco
$236
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Frontier
Dec 1
SFO6:32 pmSan Francisco
18h 57m
2 stops
LGA4:29 pmNew York LaGuardia
Dec 5
LGA6:20 amNew York LaGuardia
9h 58m
1 stop
SFO1:18 pmSan Francisco
$237
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Frontier
Nov 10
SFO3:15 pmSan Francisco
12h 15m
1 stop
JFK6:30 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Nov 18
JFK11:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
14h 27m
2 stops
SFO10:27 pmSan Francisco
$238
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Alaska Airlines flights from San Francisco to New York

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on San Francisco to New York flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Dec 8
SFO1:25 pmSan Francisco
5h 36m
JFK10:01 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Dec 11
JFK11:30 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
10h 04m
1 stop
SFO6:34 pmSan Francisco
$237
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Alaska Airlines
Nov 27
SFO6:20 amSan Francisco
5h 40m
JFK3:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Dec 4
JFK7:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
10h 03m
1 stop
SFO2:03 pmSan Francisco
$240
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Alaska Airlines
Dec 3
SFO6:13 pmSan Francisco
9h 13m
1 stop
JFK6:26 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Dec 5
JFK8:29 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 54m
SFO12:23 amSan Francisco
$241
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San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Fri 12/5

7:25 pm-7:23 am

1 stop8h 58m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 12/10

6:59 am-4:51 pm

1 stop12h 52m

$236

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Sun 11/16

10:23 pm-11:29 am

1 stop10h 06m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 11/21

10:58 pm-12:24 am

1 stop28h 26m

$236

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Mon 12/8

1:25 pm-10:01 pm

Nonstop5h 36m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 12/11

11:30 am-6:34 pm

1 stop10h 04m

$237

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Thu 11/27

6:20 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop5h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 12/4

7:00 am-2:03 pm

1 stop10h 03m

$240

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Thu 11/27

5:50 am-5:46 pm

1 stop8h 56m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 12/4

6:29 pm-12:19 am

1 stop8h 50m

$240

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Thu 11/27

5:50 am-5:46 pm

1 stop8h 56m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 12/4

6:29 pm-12:19 am

1 stop8h 50m

$241

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Sun 2/15

2:00 pm-10:29 pm

Nonstop5h 29m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/22

9:00 am-12:46 pm

Nonstop6h 46m

$245

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Mon 1/5

9:44 pm-6:07 am

Nonstop5h 23m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 1/11

7:00 am-10:40 am

Nonstop6h 40m

$250

San FranciscoNewark

SFO - EWR

SFOEWR

San Francisco

Thu 12/4

10:50 pm-7:14 am

Nonstop5h 24m

Newark

Wed 12/10

6:05 pm-9:43 pm

Nonstop6h 38m

$258

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Sun 12/7

10:40 pm-9:07 am

1 stop7h 27m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 12/21

5:15 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$270

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

The cheapest month to fly to New York from San Francisco is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $322, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of March is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $339.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New York?

The cheapest day to depart from San Francisco to New York is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $434. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to depart from San Francisco because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $560.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New York?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to New York is in the afternoon. Flights from San Francisco to New York during this time can be as low as $386. Flights to New York are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $511. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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

Fly from San Francisco to Newark for the best San Francisco - New York flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to New York?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New York from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York for around $390 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New York from San Francisco for as low as $351 on momondo.

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

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

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

As of November 2025, prices for San Francisco to New York flights are approximately 19% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to New York

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to New York according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$165

Fastest flight time

5h 14m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in New York

2 airports
The best one-way flight to New York from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $165. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to New York found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $305.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to New York takes 5h 14m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to New York every day.
There are 2 airports near New York: Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK)
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  • How far is San Francisco to New York by plane?

    A flight from San Francisco to New York will travel around 2563.5 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 5h 19m.

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

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to New York refresh daily.

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

    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 San Francisco Airport to New York.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?

    The required travel and health documents for your New York 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 New York. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from San Francisco to New York

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $95Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,114 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $128Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,117 reviews
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Sun Country AirPriceFrom $149Free CancellationRating
6.9
334 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $159Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,001 reviews
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Hawaiian AirlinesPriceFrom $188Free CancellationRating
7.8
2,799 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $214Free CancellationRating
7.2
2,907 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $237Free CancellationRating
8.0
11,235 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $237Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,036 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $238Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,997 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $266Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,238 reviews
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  • Alaska Airlines Flights From San Francisco to New York

    Alaska Airlines flight deals from San Francisco to New York start from $237 round-trip. Over the 18 Alaska Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $406 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

  • Delta Flights From San Francisco to New York

    Another popular option for San Francisco to New York flights is Delta (7.9/10, 8,001 ratings). Delta flies from San Francisco to New York around 15 times per week, with deals starting from $159 round-trip and rising to an average price of around $391.

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

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to New York from San Francisco which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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Fly into one of these airports located in New York

Airports listed have a maximum distance of 13.6 mi from New York
Newark Airport
New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport
New York LaGuardia Airport