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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San Francisco to Newark Airport:

• Earliest: departs at 07:00 and lands at 12:28
• Latest: departs at 23:59 and lands at 05:27.

The flight takes about 5h 28m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Newark Airport:

• Economy class
• First Class

A direct flight from San Francisco to Newark Airport takes 5h 28m, covering 2,557 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from San Francisco to Newark Airport range from £237 to £445, with an average of £328 over the past 12 months. Anything below £237 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 33% above the £328 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £209 return via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared with £332 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £30–£60 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by JetBlue. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 757-200 variants.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on San Francisco to Newark Airport flights, with 45% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 28%, Night flights for 27%, and Evening flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £315 to £2,490. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from San Francisco to Newark Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £160, which is 28% below the typical average for this route.

Newark Airport (EWR) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging £62 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Ace
• Budget
• Alamo
• Hertz
• Sixt

Flights from San Francisco to Newark Airport usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Newark (EWR).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the San Francisco to Newark Airport route, 17% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 3h 07m.

One-stop flights from San Francisco to Newark Airport most commonly connect through:

• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) – 34% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 16% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 14% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) – 11% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from San Francisco to Newark Airport. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £303 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £396, a difference of £93.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only United Airlines operates flights between San Francisco and Newark Airport.

Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 32m, compared to 8h 14m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 8h 17m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

Newark Airport is 3 hours ahead of San Francisco (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Among airlines operating San Francisco to Newark Airport flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

The Hilton Newark Airport is a chic hotel that is only a 3-minute drive from Newark Liberty International Airport and a 20-minute drive from the iconic Statue of Liberty. The Wyndham Garden is a 12-minute drive from the airport and just over a 30-minute drive from the Empire State Building.

Sankaku is a restaurant that is located in Terminal 3 of San Francisco International Airport and offers a variety of sushi and sake, while Lark Creek Grill is located in Terminal 2 and has sandwiches and salads. Andalé is also a popular Mexican-style restaurant that is inside of Terminal 2.

If you are interested in traditional souvenirs like t-shirts, magnets, and picture frames, stop by the America! store that is located in Concourse A of Newark Liberty International Airport. If you need to pick up a kid-friendly gift, pay a visit to the Creative Kidstuff shop that is located near Concourse A3.

If you need a way to pass the time before your flight starts boarding, there are several activities that you can do at San Francisco International Airport. There is the Aviation Museum, which is located in the Main Hall and details California’s aviation history, or entertainment rentals from InMotion Entertainment. You can also browse through the different rotating art exhibits that are found in most terminals.