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£80 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to New York

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Francisco to New York departing on 31/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to New York, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to New York, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest return fare
£159
Overall average: £298
Alaska Airlines
Tue 17/3Fri 20/3
SFO - EWR • Direct
Cheapest direct flights
£159
Typical prices: £228-£388
United Airlines
Tue 17/3Tue 24/3
SFO - EWR • Direct
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When to book
3 weeks
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March
Cheapest • 19% price drop
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Cheap Flights 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.
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Recent return flight deals from San Francisco to New York

Tue, 17 Mar - Fri, 20 Mar
Alaska Airlines Logo
06:00 - 14:29
SFO
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EWR
5h 29mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
19:29 - 23:07
EWR
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SFO
6h 38mdirect
£159Alaska Airlines
Sat, 7 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar
JetBlue Logo
06:55 - 15:22
SFO
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JFK
5h 27mdirect
JetBlue Logo
20:30 - 00:20
JFK
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SFO
6h 50mdirect
£159JetBlue
Mon, 20 Apr - Sat, 25 Apr
United Airlines Logo
06:00 - 14:37
SFO
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EWR
5h 37mdirect
United Airlines Logo
16:00 - 19:18
EWR
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SFO
6h 18mdirect
£160United Airlines
Tue, 24 Feb - Fri, 27 Feb
JetBlue Logo
08:00 - 16:26
SFO
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JFK
5h 26mdirect
JetBlue Logo
13:00 - 16:56
JFK
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SFO
6h 56mdirect
£160JetBlue
Tue, 24 Feb - Thu, 26 Feb
JetBlue Logo
12:45 - 21:16
SFO
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JFK
5h 31mdirect
JetBlue Logo
15:40 - 19:34
JFK
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SFO
6h 54mdirect
£161JetBlue
Thu, 19 Feb - Wed, 25 Feb
Delta Logo
07:00 - 15:29
SFO
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JFK
5h 29mdirect
Delta Logo
07:00 - 10:49
JFK
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SFO
6h 49mdirect
£163Delta
Wed, 18 Feb - Wed, 25 Feb
Alaska Airlines Logo
08:00 - 16:30
SFO
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EWR
5h 30mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
18:12 - 22:01
EWR
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SFO
6h 49mdirect
£163Alaska Airlines
Mon, 2 Mar - Tue, 10 Mar
Delta Logo
16:05 - 00:35
SFO
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JFK
5h 30mdirect
Delta Logo
17:25 - 21:00
JFK
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SFO
6h 35mdirect
£166Delta
Mon, 23 Feb - Tue, 24 Feb
American Airlines Logo
00:30 - 11:57
SFO
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EWR
8h 27m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
17:59 - 23:47
EWR
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SFO
8h 48m
1 stop
£172American Airlines
Tue, 24 Feb - Tue, 3 Mar
United Airlines Logo
06:50 - 17:24
SFO
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LGA
7h 34m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
19:29 - 01:28
LGA
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SFO
8h 59m
1 stop
£173United Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to New York flights

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.

How much is a return flight from San Francisco to New York?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Francisco to New York departing in March.

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

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from San Francisco to New York costs £605 on the route between San Francisco (SFO) and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 25% cheaper than other San Francisco-New York routes. The most popular route is between San Francisco (SFO) and Newark Airport (EWR).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to New York?

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Francisco to New York clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from San Francisco to New York, look for departures on Thursdays and avoid leaving on a Tuesday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from New York, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly and Friday is the most expensive.

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 March, where tickets cost £226 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £349 and £320 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.

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at £123 on average.

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 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 42% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from San Francisco to New York

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Air France and SFO

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specialising in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favourite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta and United Airlines

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or out at sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff

Expert on Virgin Atlantic

Laura Ratliff is a New York-based writer and editor. She lives in downtown Brooklyn with her husband and their beloved dogs. Originally from Texas, she now considers New York City her home. She typically spends more than 200,000 miles on a plane each year and stays in plenty of hotels.

Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Expert on British Airways

Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on JFK

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, The Points Guy, and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from San Francisco to New York

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight£80
Best time to beat the crowds (9% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (25% more expensive on average)
Flight from San Francisco to Newark Liberty Airport

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.
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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 
ElenaFlew with United Airlines
SFO
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EWR
Jun 2025
Construction in the terminal so allow for extra time in SFO. Very easy finding luggage and getting outside at Newark. Also, this time, took the Express Bus into Manhattan - $25 is a good price, though the bus arrived 20 minutes after the scheduled time.
MaryannFlew with United Airlines
SFO
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EWR
Mar 2025
Bring your own food with you. Airport and airline food is expensive and you WILL need something to eat on such a long flight.
RobertFlew with Alaska Airlines
SFO
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EWR
Jun 2024
Bring some food on board for the flight

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 £80 for a one-way ticket and £159 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?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between San Francisco and New York.

  • 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.

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

  • Looking for a cheap flight from New York to San Francisco? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £94 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.

Prefer to fly direct from San Francisco to New York?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from San Francisco to New York.
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Direct departures

San Francisco to New York

Monday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

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Direct returns

New York to San Francisco

Monday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +2 more

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