Cheap flights from New York to San Francisco from £60

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Alaska Airlines Logo
09:30 - 12:40JFK-SFO
6h 10mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
13:30 - 22:17SFO-JFK
5h 47mdirect
£83Alaska Airlines
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Sun, 7 Sep - Fri, 12 Sep
Southwest Logo
16:00 - 21:35LGA-SFO
8h 35m1 stop
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09:55 - 21:25SFO-LGA
8h 30m1 stop
£117Southwest
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Sat, 30 Aug - Sat, 6 Sep
Southwest Logo
16:00 - 21:35LGA-SFO
8h 35m1 stop
Southwest Logo
06:50 - 20:50SFO-LGA
11h 00m2 stops
£121Southwest
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Sat, 30 Aug - Sat, 6 Sep
JetBlue Logo
21:59 - 01:43JFK-SFO
6h 44mdirect
JetBlue Logo
20:40 - 05:06SFO-JFK
5h 26mdirect
£183JetBlue
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Sat, 30 Aug - Sat, 6 Sep
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
09:30 - 12:40JFK-SFO
6h 10mdirect
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
13:30 - 22:17SFO-JFK
5h 47mdirect
£189Hawaiian Airlines
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Wed, 3 Sep - Sat, 6 Sep
Frontier Logo
06:00 - 21:03JFK-SFO
18h 03m1 stop
Frontier Logo
21:19 - 05:30SFO-JFK
29h 11m1 stop
£202Frontier
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Mon, 25 Aug - Mon, 1 Sep
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
09:30 - 12:40JFK-SFO
6h 10mdirect
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
13:30 - 22:17SFO-JFK
5h 47mdirect
£204Hawaiian Airlines
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Wed, 24 Sep - Thu, 25 Sep
Delta Logo
19:55 - 23:47JFK-SFO
6h 52mdirect
Delta Logo
06:15 - 22:30SFO-JFK
13h 15m1 stop
£207Delta
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Sat, 30 Aug - Sat, 6 Sep
Delta Logo
13:30 - 22:25JFK-SFO
11h 55m1 stop
Delta Logo
14:45 - 23:37SFO-JFK
5h 52mdirect
£213Delta
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Sat, 30 Aug - Sat, 6 Sep
JetBlue Logo
21:59 - 01:43JFK-SFO
6h 44mdirect
JetBlue Logo
06:00 - 14:40SFO-JFK
5h 40mdirect
£222JetBlue
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Wed, 13 Aug - Wed, 20 Aug

Southwest flights from New York to San Francisco

Our best Southwest deals on New York to San Francisco flight tickets
Southwest
30 Aug
LGA16:00New York LaGuardia
8h 35m
1 stop
SFO21:35San Francisco
6 Sept
SFO09:55San Francisco
8h 30m
1 stop
LGA21:25New York LaGuardia
Southwest
30 Aug
LGA16:00New York LaGuardia
8h 35m
1 stop
SFO21:35San Francisco
6 Sept
SFO06:50San Francisco
11h 00m
2 stops
LGA20:50New York LaGuardia
Southwest
20 Aug
LGA09:35New York LaGuardia
11h 45m
1 stop
SFO18:20San Francisco
26 Aug
SFO11:25San Francisco
8h 35m
1 stop
LGA23:00New York LaGuardia

Hawaiian Airlines flights from New York to San Francisco

Our best Hawaiian Airlines deals on New York to San Francisco flight tickets
Hawaiian Airlines
3 Sept
JFK09:30New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 10m
SFO12:40San Francisco
6 Sept
SFO13:30San Francisco
5h 47m
JFK22:17New York John F Kennedy Intl
Hawaiian Airlines
24 Sept
JFK09:30New York John F Kennedy Intl
6h 10m
SFO12:40San Francisco
25 Sept
SFO13:30San Francisco
5h 47m
JFK22:17New York John F Kennedy Intl
Hawaiian Airlines
31 Jul
EWR07:19Newark
9h 26m
1 stop
SFO13:45San Francisco
5 Aug
SFO07:00San Francisco
8h 29m
1 stop
EWR18:29Newark

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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?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco from New York, with most prices found around £255. If you are unable to visit San Francisco during the month of February, then departing from New York during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £263.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as £267. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from New York to San Francisco on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around £420. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to San Francisco is in the evening. Flights from New York to San Francisco during this time can be as low as £262. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around £383. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around £297 when searching weeks before you fly. 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 £252 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?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between New York to San Francisco.

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

As of July 2025, prices for New York to San Francisco flights are approximately 2% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from New York to San Francisco

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from New York to San Francisco according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap New York to San Francisco (NYC to SFO) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

£60

Fastest flight time

5h 59m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Francisco

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Francisco from New York in the past 72 hours is £60. The best return flight deal from New York to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £83.
The fastest flight from New York to San Francisco takes 5h 59m
Direct flights go from New York to San Francisco every day.
There is 1 airport near San Francisco: San Francisco (SFO)

  • How far is New York to San Francisco by plane?

    New York and San Francisco are 2563.5 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 6h 09m.

  • 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.

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

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify 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 necessary travel and health documents for your San Francisco Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking 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?

  • What is the most popular airline from New York to San Francisco?


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
Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom £169Free CancellationRating
8.0
10,000 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom £219Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,951 reviews
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  • Alaska Airlines Flights From New York to San Francisco

    Alaska Airlines flies from New York to San Francisco around 26 times per week, with 10,000 momondo users rating the airline 8.0/10. The cheapest Alaska Airlines deal from New York to San Francisco in the last 72 hours was £230 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of £389 for Alaska Airlines flights on this route.

  • Delta Flights From New York to San Francisco

    Delta (8.0/10 from 7,951 reviews) operates around 27 flights from New York to San Francisco in any given week. The average Delta airfare for this route is around £582, with deals from around £298 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip New York to San Francisco flight searches in the last 72 hours.


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