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Cheap flights from San Francisco to New York, NY from C$ 170

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 14/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — NYC
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to New York are usually found in February or January, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to New York (NYC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 311

One-way from

C$ 170

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 534

Good round-trip deal

C$ 482 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 236 or less
JetBlue
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  • 23/4-28/4
  • Nonstop
  • 12h 37m total
  • San Francisco to New York
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  • 14/4
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 39m total
  • San Francisco to New York
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Wed 23/48:10 p.m.SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 36mJetBlue
Mon 28/48:30 p.m.JFK - SFO
Nonstop7h 01mJetBlue
Deal found 24/3C$ 311
Sat 24/511:48 p.m.SFO - LGA
1 stop7h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 29/54:55 p.m.LGA - SFO
1 stop9h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/3C$ 335
Sat 24/512:40 p.m.SFO - LGA
1 stop7h 59mDelta
Sat 31/51:00 p.m.LGA - SFO
1 stop9h 59mDelta
Deal found 24/3C$ 342
Sat 26/49:10 a.m.SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 47mDelta
Sat 3/57:30 p.m.JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 51mDelta
Deal found 24/3C$ 368
Fri 25/46:00 a.m.SFO - EWR
Nonstop5h 29mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 30/49:00 a.m.EWR - SFO
Nonstop6h 29mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 23/3C$ 370
Fri 23/511:20 p.m.SFO - EWR
Nonstop5h 34mUnited Airlines
Fri 30/57:00 a.m.EWR - SFO
1 stop7h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/3C$ 371
Sun 25/56:41 a.m.SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 48mAlaska Airlines
Sat 31/59:30 a.m.JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 23/3C$ 371
Fri 2/59:27 p.m.SFO - EWR
Nonstop5h 32mAlaska Airlines
Tue 6/57:59 p.m.EWR - SFO
1 stop15h 21mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 24/3C$ 384
Thu 1/57:16 p.m.SFO - EWR
1 stop7h 25mDelta
Wed 7/56:59 p.m.EWR - SFO
1 stop8h 22mDelta
Deal found 24/3C$ 397
Tue 29/411:25 p.m.SFO - LGA
1 stop10h 30mJetBlue
Wed 30/43:55 p.m.LGA - SFO
1 stop11h 13mJetBlue
Deal found 23/3C$ 400
Wed 16/46:00 a.m.SFO - LGA
1 stop9h 05mSouthwest
Tue 22/43:45 p.m.LGA - SFO
2 stops10h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 25/3C$ 418
Fri 6/66:37 a.m.SFO - LGA
1 stop12h 28mFrontier
Tue 10/611:30 a.m.LGA - SFO
1 stop12h 49mFrontier
Deal found 25/3C$ 430

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to New York that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco

Fly to

New York

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Wed 23/4

8:10 p.m.-4:46 a.m.

Nonstop5h 36m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 28/4

8:30 p.m.-12:31 a.m.

Nonstop7h 01m

C$ 311

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Sat 24/5

11:48 p.m.-10:18 a.m.

1 stop7h 30m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 29/5

4:55 p.m.-11:30 p.m.

1 stop9h 35m

C$ 335

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Sat 24/5

12:40 p.m.-11:39 p.m.

1 stop7h 59m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 31/5

1:00 p.m.-7:59 p.m.

1 stop9h 59m

C$ 342

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Sat 26/4

9:10 a.m.-5:57 p.m.

Nonstop5h 47m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 3/5

7:30 p.m.-11:21 p.m.

Nonstop6h 51m

C$ 368

San FranciscoNewark

SFO - EWR

SFOEWR

San Francisco

Fri 25/4

6:00 a.m.-2:29 p.m.

Nonstop5h 29m

Newark

Wed 30/4

9:00 a.m.-12:29 p.m.

Nonstop6h 29m

C$ 370

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Sun 25/5

6:41 a.m.-3:29 p.m.

Nonstop5h 48m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 31/5

9:30 a.m.-12:59 p.m.

Nonstop6h 29m

C$ 371

San FranciscoNewark

SFO - EWR

SFOEWR

San Francisco

Fri 23/5

11:20 p.m.-7:54 a.m.

Nonstop5h 34m

Newark

Fri 30/5

7:00 a.m.-11:59 a.m.

1 stop7h 59m

C$ 371

San FranciscoNewark

SFO - EWR

SFOEWR

San Francisco

Fri 2/5

9:27 p.m.-5:59 a.m.

Nonstop5h 32m

Newark

Tue 13/5

7:59 p.m.-8:20 a.m.

1 stop15h 21m

C$ 384

San FranciscoNewark

SFO - EWR

SFOEWR

San Francisco

Thu 1/5

7:16 p.m.-5:41 a.m.

1 stop7h 25m

Newark

Wed 7/5

6:59 p.m.-12:21 a.m.

1 stop8h 22m

C$ 397

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Tue 29/4

11:25 p.m.-12:55 p.m.

1 stop10h 30m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 30/4

3:55 p.m.-12:08 a.m.

1 stop11h 13m

C$ 400

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to New York

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to New York

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to New York. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to New York is 89 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to New York?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New York (average of C$ 210). Flying from San Francisco to New York in April is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 347). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to New York in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 44% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to New York. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

The most flights from SFO to NYC are scheduled on a Monday (153 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (98 on average).

Rainfall in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York ranges from 71.0 - 114.0 mm per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 114.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit New York when rainfall is around 71.0 mm.

Temperature in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 1.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New York. Reviews last updated 25 March 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to New York, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,782 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,782 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,782 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,782 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,890 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,782 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,330 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,782 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,782 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to New York?

    Located just 19.0 km from the city centre, San Francisco is the airport most travellers will use when flying to New York from San Francisco. Booking flights from San Francisco (SFO) to New York should be relatively easy as there are 121 daily outbound flights to New York from 0 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to New York round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to New York round-trip from C$ 311. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from C$ 335, and Delta, from C$ 342. JetBlue is currently priced 49% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to New York one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as C$ 170 on JetBlue. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from C$ 172 and Hawaiian Airlines from C$ 185 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco to New York?

    Most travellers choose San Francisco - Newark, San Francisco - New York John F Kennedy Intl or San Francisco - New York LaGuardia when deciding on the best route from San Francisco to New York.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to New York?

    Consider Etihad Airways (97%), SAUDIA (97%) or EL AL (93%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to New York.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to New York?

    While on average a flight from San Francisco to New York is generally C$ 894, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is C$ 229. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Newark), you can expect to pay C$ 1,285 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to New York that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to New York flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to New York?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to New York.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to New York?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to New York by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New York (average of C$ 210). Flying from San Francisco to New York in April is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 347). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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