Cheap flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from $202

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 4/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — JFK
12 Oct — 19 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl are usually found in February or January, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to John F Kennedy Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to John F Kennedy Intl (JFK). 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 12 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$357

One-way from

$202

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$555

Good one-way deal

$219 or less
Delta
  • Delta
  • 21/10-29/10
  • Nonstop
  • 12h 11m total
  • San Francisco to New York
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 4/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 14m total
  • San Francisco to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($62 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl.

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to John F Kennedy Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to John F Kennedy Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 September 2025.

Tue 21/1013:45SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 44mAlaska Airlines
Sat 25/1009:30JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/9$357
Mon 17/1122:55SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 30mDelta
Mon 24/1121:40JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 32mDelta
Deal found 10/9$359
Sun 5/1019:54SFO - JFK
1 stop8h 26mAlaska Airlines
Mon 6/1009:30JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/9$363
Sun 16/1107:00SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 28mJetBlue
Sun 7/1206:55JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 36mJetBlue
Deal found 11/9$365
Wed 29/1009:00SFO - JFK
1 stop10h 59mAlaska Airlines
Fri 31/1010:00JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/9$372
Sat 25/1022:59SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 44mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/1107:59JFK - SFO
1 stop12h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/9$375
Mon 8/1219:25SFO - JFK
1 stop8h 58mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/1209:30JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 47mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/9$378
Tue 30/921:00SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 29mJetBlue
Wed 1/1008:45JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 22mJetBlue
Deal found 10/9$380
Wed 1/1011:30SFO - JFK
1 stop8h 29mAlaska Airlines
Fri 3/1016:28JFK - SFO
1 stop10h 31mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/9$386
Mon 29/922:55SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 33mDelta
Fri 3/1019:55JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 43mDelta
Deal found 12/9$388
Sat 27/921:00SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 29mJetBlue
Wed 1/1006:15JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 09mJetBlue
Deal found 10/9$389
Wed 1/1010:35SFO - JFK
1 stop10h 20mJetBlue
Thu 2/1021:30JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 29mJetBlue
Deal found 10/9$392

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Return

Price

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Mon 20/10

21:00-05:27

Nonstop5h 27m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 23/10

21:30-00:59

Nonstop6h 29m

$357

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Mon 10/11

22:43-07:19

Nonstop5h 36m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 18/11

13:00-16:26

Nonstop6h 26m

$357

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Sat 18/10

13:45-22:29

Nonstop5h 44m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/11

20:29-00:06

Nonstop6h 37m

$357

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Fri 31/10

13:20-21:59

Nonstop5h 39m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/11

19:40-23:23

Nonstop6h 43m

$357

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Tue 11/11

21:00-05:20

Nonstop5h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 16/11

06:50-10:20

Nonstop6h 30m

$357

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Sat 25/10

11:55-20:41

Nonstop5h 46m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/11

07:15-10:42

Nonstop6h 27m

$357

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Mon 27/10

21:30-06:00

Nonstop5h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 30/10

21:55-01:29

Nonstop6h 34m

$357

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Tue 11/11

15:45-00:15

Nonstop5h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 17/11

21:40-01:12

Nonstop6h 32m

$357

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Mon 3/11

21:30-06:00

Nonstop5h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/11

19:40-23:23

Nonstop6h 43m

$357

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Wed 12/11

07:00-15:37

Nonstop5h 37m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 19/11

07:00-15:43

1 stop11h 43m

$372

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Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from San Francisco to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is 37 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 John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $1,203). Flying from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,944). 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 JFK?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to John F Kennedy Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 September 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 30% versus a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing John F Kennedy Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 John F Kennedy Intl. Reviews last updated 12 September 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl?

    Located just 19.0 km from the city centre, San Francisco is the airport most travellers will use when flying to New York John F Kennedy Intl from San Francisco. Booking flights from San Francisco (SFO) to New York John F Kennedy Intl should be relatively easy as there are 69 daily outbound flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Airlines like JetBlue, Hawaiian Airlines, and Alaska Airlines fly from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in about 5h 27m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. The distance between San Francisco and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is about 4149 km. All flights are typically direct.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $269, Alaska Airlines will fly you from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and back. In addition to Alaska Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Alaska Airlines is priced at 54% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $1,203). Flying from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,944). 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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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$269Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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