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Cheap Flight Deals from San Francisco to New York (SFO-NYC)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from San Francisco to New York that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from San Francisco to New York

Recommended return deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to New York.
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22:59 - 06:30SFO-JFK
28h 31m1 stop
07:59 - 21:59JFK-SFO
17h 00m1 stop
S$ 203Frontier
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Wed, 5 Mar - Wed, 12 Mar
14:34 - 22:59SFO-JFK
5h 25mdirect
16:00 - 20:02JFK-SFO
7h 02mdirect
S$ 259Alaska Airlines
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Wed, 12 Feb - Wed, 19 Feb
08:05 - 16:30SFO-JFK
5h 25mdirect
10:40 - 14:28JFK-SFO
6h 48mdirect
S$ 264JetBlue
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Wed, 12 Feb - Wed, 19 Feb
08:32 - 17:00SFO-JFK
5h 28mdirect
18:45 - 22:40JFK-SFO
6h 55mdirect
S$ 270JetBlue
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Wed, 19 Feb - Sat, 22 Feb
06:31 - 15:00SFO-JFK
5h 29mdirect
09:30 - 13:30JFK-SFO
7h 00mdirect
S$ 292Alaska Airlines
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Wed, 19 Feb - Tue, 25 Feb
23:40 - 12:59SFO-JFK
10h 19m1 stop
15:45 - 19:25JFK-SFO
6h 40mdirect
S$ 293JetBlue
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Tue, 25 Feb - Wed, 26 Feb
22:45 - 11:50SFO-LGA
10h 05m1 stop
06:00 - 11:25LGA-SFO
8h 25m1 stop
S$ 297Delta
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Sat, 15 Feb - Wed, 19 Feb
07:00 - 15:29SFO-JFK
5h 29mdirect
07:00 - 10:52JFK-SFO
6h 52mdirect
S$ 305Delta
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Wed, 19 Feb - Sun, 23 Feb
06:15 - 17:12SFO-LGA
7h 57m1 stop
07:15 - 13:38LGA-SFO
9h 23m1 stop
S$ 312United Airlines
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Wed, 12 Feb - Tue, 25 Feb
16:40 - 01:16SFO-EWR
5h 36mdirect
20:00 - 23:44EWR-SFO
6h 44mdirect
S$ 315United Airlines
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Wed, 12 Feb - Tue, 18 Feb

Flights from San Francisco to New York - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to New York to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from San Francisco to New York.
Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from San Francisco to New York cost S$ 335 and was between San Francisco (SFO) and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is S$ 335.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to New York?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to New York, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to New York is February, where tickets cost S$ 446 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is S$ 761 and S$ 713 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from San Francisco to New York?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of S$ 641, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to New York, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to New York, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

January

High season

June
Best time to beat the crowds (19% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (28% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from San Francisco to New York

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to New York based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

Flights from San Francisco to New York: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from San Francisco to New York 
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska AirlinesSFO-JFKJan 2025
The New York arrival terminal is not the best. Maybe that’s getting corrected with construction. It’s not a big deal though, particularly on the leg where you’re into new york (vs out of).
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska AirlinesSFO-EWRJun 2024
Bring some food on board for the flight
KarenFlew with Alaska AirlinesSFO-JFKApr 2024
I would like to see more flights from New York to Oakland.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska AirlinesSFO-JFKMar 2024
I like airlines that have options for seating, even if I have to pay for it. I would never had chosen to sit in exit seat where I couldn't recline or even sleep bc the headrest didn't work.
Verified travelerFlew with United AirlinesSFO-EWRDec 2023
Don’t be gate lice. Standing in walkways leaving a narrow thruway for those trying to get to other gates is antisocial and should be embarrassing for the offenders. Making travel more arduous for others is a faux pas not you winning a zero sum game.

FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to New York

  • Can I take an Uber from downtown to San Francisco Airport?

    In general, a ride on Uber won’t cost you too much, but traffic conditions can affect the price. You can meet your driver on level 5 of the domestic terminal garage or curbside on the departures level of the international terminal.

  • What is the most convenient way to get from New York LaGuardia to Manhattan?

    By far the most convenient way is to travel by car service, especially if you have a lot of luggage or are traveling in a large party. Your driver will be waiting for you at baggage claim and will happily transport your party and all the luggage to the car.

  • What is the most cost-effective way to get from New York John F. Kennedy Intl. to Manhattan?

    The combination of the AirTrain and the NYC subway system is the most cost-effective way to make the trip. The AirTrain will cost a few dollars, and the journey on the subway will cost even less; but be forewarned that this may be a difficult journey if you have several bags to carry.

  • If money is no object, what is the most luxurious way to travel from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Manhattan?

    If you’re really looking to splurge, US Helicopter flies to and from John F. Kennedy Intl. from three locations in Manhattan at the Wall Street Heliport: E. 34th Street and W. 30th Street. The cost for this service is $159 per person but please note you will be limited to one checked bag and one carry-on bag per passenger.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to New York?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to New York was S$ 95 for a one-way ticket and S$ 148 for a return.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco to New York?

    JetBlue, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to New York flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to New York?

    The Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to New York flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to New York?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and New York, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Francisco to New York?

    There are direct flights from San Francisco to New York on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to New York?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to New York.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to New York?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New York from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to New York?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to New York with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to New York?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to New York from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to New York

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for S$ 348 or less one-way.
  • When passengers on flights from San Francisco to New York want to head to the airport in style, they often opt for a car service. San Francisco's Pleasant Limo has a wide variety of vehicles to meet your party's needs. The vehicles are clean and well maintained, the drivers are accommodating and will even highlighting points of interest along the route, plus your entire trip can be booked online.
  • If you are dropping off a rental car at San Francisco airport before your flight, the process could not be more straightforward. You drive to the Rental Car Center that is just southwest of the airport on highway 101 and, after dropping off your car, you can take the AirTrain Blue Line to all of the terminal buildings. The AirTrain is fully automated and runs 24 hours per day.
  • Passengers that are looking for something to eat before long flights from San Francisco to New York have a wealth of options at San Francisco Airport. The airport offers sushi at Tomokazu, classic burgers at the Burger Joint, top-flight wine, beer, and spirits at SF Uncork'd, and authentic Southwestern and Mexican fare at Urban Tortilla.
  • If you are planning on using frequent flyer points on flights from San Francisco to New York, remember that two of the biggest operators at San Francisco Airport, United, and American Airlines, reward travel based on zones. This means that the amount of points you will get will remain the same even if you cannot fly non-stop from your departure point to your destination.
  • If you have some time to kill before your flight, stop in at InMotion Entertainment in the International Terminal Hall at San Francisco Airport. InMotion has every everything a cross-country traveler would need like headphones, electronics, travel gear, and a whole host of travel accessories.
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Prefer to fly direct from San Francisco to New York?

Find which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to New York, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Francisco to New York

Monday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +31 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +32 more

Tuesday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +30 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +31 more

Wednesday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +29 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +30 more

Thursday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +32 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +33 more

Friday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +28 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +29 more

Saturday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +31 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +32 more

Sunday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +30 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +31 more

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Direct returns

New York to San Francisco

Monday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +31 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +32 more

Tuesday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +31 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +32 more

Wednesday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +27 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +28 more

Thursday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +33 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +34 more

Friday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +29 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +30 more

Saturday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +27 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +28 more

Sunday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +30 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +31 more

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Top airline flying from San Francisco to New York

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco to New York. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Francisco to New York? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 9696 reviews
7.1Food
7.9Comfort
8.2Boarding
8.5Crew
7.1Entertainment
Airline reviews

Flight delay was inconvenient and exhausting getting in at 1 am. However the crew and lounge was very comfortable.

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Jan 2025SFO - AUS
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Flight delay was inconvenient and exhausting getting in at 1 am. However the crew and lounge was very comfortable.

No complaints. Great service. A first class entry lane at boarding wouldn’t hurt.

I appreciate the priority for safety. I did not enjoy how the delays were handled.

Awful . Extra charge on my bags even after it was confirmed it wasn’t overweight.

When we checked in our luggage, we had to use the tray, but include this tray is extra weight. I think you should not use the tray.

Boarding, crew, and duration were great. The lack of built-in entertainment is a turn-off, especially in this day and age. I’m also tall, so comfort is always an issue. More legroom without extra cost for taller passengers would be great.

Broke the wheels of my luggage. Should be more gentle with other peoples belongings. Very upset about needing a new suitcase before Christmas.

orgiginal scheduled flight ( 2.5 hours connection) was cancelled, was given option to rebook between a 1-hour connection or a next day flight. Missed connection flight, and decided to book last minute with an other airline.

Crew members were helpful and responsive. However, the toilet in the only main cabin bathroom didn’t work properly.

The ground crew were helpful, although it was unclear when the ETA would be so we had to wait for quite some time before being notified of when we will board. Our seats were also changed, and there were also duplicated seat numbers which cost an issue when we boarded. When this issue came up, the flight crew was even Snarky towards us that we did not check our seat number when it was already reassigned. There were no apologies from the flight crew at all, and it was very disappointing.

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