Cheap flights from New York City to San Francisco

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Flight deals from New York City to San Francisco

Below you can see the best deals on flights New York City — San Francisco for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

The lowest price for the next 2 months is on 6 October, from $128.

Top 10 cheap flights from New York City to San Francisco

F9
F9
$ 134

New York City — San Francisco

06:13—19:03
5 Sep 2026
15 h 50 m
1 stop
DL
DL
$ 152

New York City — San Jose

13:26—21:22
15 Sep 2026
10 h 56 m
1 stop
DL
DL
$ 152

New York City — San Jose

11:44—17:34
5 Sep 2026
8 h 50 m
1 stop
DL
DL
$ 152

New York City — San Jose

15:20—21:41
5 Sep 2026
9 h 21 m
1 stop
AS
AS
$ 154

New York City — San Jose

16:35—22:56
5 Sep 2026
9 h 21 m
1 stop
AS
AS
$ 159

New York City — San Jose

17:02—22:56
11 Sep 2026
8 h 54 m
1 stop
AS
AS
$ 159

New York City — San Jose

17:02—22:56
10 Sep 2026
8 h 54 m
1 stop
DL
DL
DL
$ 160

New York City — Oakland

16:20—23:59
15 Sep 2026
10 h 39 m
2 stops
DL
DL
DL
$ 160

New York City — Oakland

14:24—23:59
15 Sep 2026
12 h 35 m
2 stops
DL
DL
DL
$ 160

New York City — Oakland

16:15—23:59
11 Sep 2026
10 h 44 m
2 stops

Prices were found in the last 72 hours and may change — check the exact price when you continue.

About the New York City — San Francisco flight

Looking for cheap flights from New York City to San Francisco? Compare fares from different airlines, check the flight schedule and travel time — and book your New York City — San Francisco ticket online at the best price.

The route has direct flights — around 695 flights per week, flights are operated by Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and 8 more airlines, a nonstop flight takes about 5 h 58 min, the distance between the cities is around 4,139 km.

Planning your trip? You may find our San Francisco travel guide, how to get from the airport into town and San Francisco weather forecast useful. To catch a low fare, use the low-price calendar and the monthly price chart on this page.

Facts about this route

from $116Min. price
JanuaryCheapest
JunePeak season
YesDirect flights
4,139 kmDistance
5 h 58 minTravel time
36Airlines
695 / wkFlights

Flight schedule from New York City to San Francisco

The table shows direct flights from New York City to San Francisco on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 5 h 58 min. Regular flights are operated by Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue, United Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport and LaGuardia Airport airports, arrivals at San Francisco International Airport.

For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.

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Last update: 15 Aug 2026

Flight ticket prices by day: New York City — San Francisco

Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for New York City — San Francisco by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $116 in January, and the most expensive are around $208 in June. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.

 
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Prices by month

Average one-way fares from New York City to San Francisco by month. Tickets are usually cheapest in November (around $191) and priciest in June (about $292) — use the table and chart below to pick the best time to fly.

MonthAverage priceLevelMonthAverage priceLevelMonthAverage priceLevel
Jan$202lowMay$280highSep$224medium
Feb$213lowJun$292highOct$213medium
Mar$224mediumJul$292highNov$191low
Apr$236mediumAug$269highDec$269high

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

Weather in San Francisco: it is warmest in September (up to 24 °C on average) and coolest in January (around 14 °C). The driest month is June.

Tickets are usually cheapest in January and most expensive in June. Compare prices and weather by month in the charts below to pick the best time to fly.

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How to get the best deal on a New York City — San Francisco ticket

  • Book ahead: fares for New York City — San Francisco are usually lower 3–8 weeks before departure than at the last minute.
  • Play with your dates — Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday departures are often cheaper than Friday and Sunday.
  • New York City is served by more than one airport — compare fares and travel time to each before you book.
  • The cheapest month to fly to San Francisco is usually January — plan your trip around it if your dates are flexible.
  • Compare direct and connecting flights: nonstop is faster, while a connection is sometimes noticeably cheaper.
  • Watch the low-price calendar and the monthly price trend on this page — they make it easier to catch a good date.
  • Travelling light? Pick a cabin-baggage-only fare — tickets without checked luggage are noticeably cheaper.
  • Get to the airport in good time — about 2–3 hours before an international departure and roughly an hour before a domestic one.

Airlines

Flights on the New York City — San Francisco route are operated by 12 airlines; Hawaiian Airlines runs the most flights (around 18% of all flights). Compare carriers, flight shares and schedules below.

  • Hawaiian AirlinesHA
    43x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 7511M pax/year
    • Direct flight JFK → SFO29x/week
    • Direct flight EWR → SFO14x/week
    18.4%
  • JetBlueB6
    33x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 30742.5M pax/year
    • Direct flight JFK → SFO33x/week
      Duration
      6h 29m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    14.1%Open →
  • United AirlinesUA
    33x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 956165M pax/year
    • Direct flight EWR → SFO32x/week
      Duration
      6h 12m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    • Direct flight LGA → SFO1x/week
    14.1%Open →
  • Alaska AirlinesAS
    32x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 31545M pax/year
    • Direct flight JFK → SFO18x/week
      Duration
      6h 17m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    • Direct flight EWR → SFO14x/week
      Duration
      6h 27m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    14.0%Open →
  • American AirlinesAA
    31x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 965211M pax/year
    • Direct flight JFK → SFO25x/week
      Duration
      6h 26m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    • Direct flight EWR → SFO6x/week
      Duration
      6h 21m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    13.4%Open →
  • DeltaDL
    29x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 986190M pax/year
    • Direct flight JFK → SFO29x/week
      Duration
      6h 25m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    12.7%Open →
  • Qatar AirwaysQR
    5x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 26640M pax/year
    • Direct flight JFK → SFO5x/week
      Duration
      6h
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    2.0%Open →
  • Virgin AustraliaVA
    3x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 9231M pax/year
    • Direct flight EWR → SFO3x/week
      Duration
      3h
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    1.4%Open →
  • Air New ZealandNZ
    3x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 10816M pax/year
    • Direct flight EWR → SFO3x/week
      Duration
      3h
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    1.4%Open →
  • QantasQF
    2x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 33646M pax/year
    • Direct flight JFK → SFO2x/week
      Duration
      3h
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    0.7%Open →
  • Royal Air MarocAT
    2x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 507.5M pax/year
    • Direct flight JFK → SFO2x/week
      Duration
      3h
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    0.7%Open →
  • Japan AirlinesJL
    2x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 14540M pax/year
    • Direct flight EWR → SFO1x/week
    • Direct flight JFK → SFO1x/week
      Duration
      3h
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    0.7%Open →

Cities and airports on the New York City — San Francisco route

Flights New York City — San Francisco depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, LaGuardia Airport and Westchester County Airport and arrive at San Francisco International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.

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New York City

NYC
United States
About the cityHow to get thereWeatherAll about the country United States
Arrival

San Francisco

SFO
United States
About the cityHow to get thereWeatherAll about the country United States
Departure airports
Arrival airports

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Frequently asked questions about the New York City — San Francisco flight

How long is the flight from New York City to San Francisco?

A nonstop New York City — San Francisco flight takes about 5 h 58 min — the distance between the cities is around 4,139 km.

How far is it from New York City to San Francisco?

The distance from New York City to San Francisco is about 4,139 km, which a nonstop flight covers in around 5 h 58 min.

Are there direct flights from New York City to San Francisco?

Yes, there are nonstop flights New York City — San Francisco — around 695 flights per week.

Which airlines fly from New York City to San Francisco?

Airlines operating New York City — San Francisco include Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines. See the full list with schedules in the "Airlines" section on this page.

Which airports do New York City — San Francisco flights use?

Flights from New York City depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, LaGuardia Airport, and arrive at San Francisco International Airport. If a city has more than one airport, check which one your ticket uses before you travel.

How much is a ticket from New York City to San Francisco?

The price of a New York City — San Francisco ticket depends on your travel date, season and demand: it is usually cheapest to fly in January, and most expensive in June. Tickets typically cost between $116 and $208. Check the current lowest fare and low-price calendar on this page.

When is the best time to book flights New York City — San Francisco?

Flights New York City — San Francisco are usually cheaper when booked in advance — a few weeks before departure and away from peak dates; the most budget-friendly month to fly is January. Compare prices by month in the price trend chart on this page.

How can I find the cheapest flights from New York City to San Francisco?

To catch a low fare New York City — San Francisco, book a few weeks in advance, keep your dates flexible, and compare airlines and connecting options. The low-price calendar and monthly price chart on this page show the cheapest days and months at a glance: the most budget-friendly month to fly is usually January.

How early should I arrive at the airport?

For international flights, plan to be at the airport about 2–3 hours before departure, and around an hour before a domestic flight. Allow extra time during busy travel seasons and at large hubs, where check-in and security lines can be longer.

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