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Cheap flights from San Francisco to New York from $169

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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — NYC
10 Apr — 17 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to New York are usually found in January or February, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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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 11 March 2026.

Tue 21/407:02
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 38m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 28/417:28
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 41m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/3$321
Mon 13/422:03
SFO
-
LGA
1 stop19h 56m
Frontier
Tue 21/406:20
LGA
-
SFO
1 stop14h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 8/3$324
Tue 21/409:59
SFO
-
EWR
1 stop10h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 28/407:59
EWR
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 26m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/3$335
Mon 20/421:53
SFO
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 37m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 5/507:59
EWR
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 26m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 8/3$336
Tue 21/407:00
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 33m
JetBlue
Sat 2/520:29
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 52m
JetBlue
Deal found 8/3$336
Mon 6/423:25
SFO
-
LGA
1 stop10h 10m
Southwest
Fri 10/417:50
LGA
-
SFO
1 stop9h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 10/3$336
Mon 13/423:55
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 43m
JetBlue
Tue 21/420:12
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 43m
JetBlue
Deal found 9/3$338
Tue 21/405:25
SFO
-
LGA
1 stop9h 30m
Southwest
Sat 25/407:35
LGA
-
SFO
1 stop8h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 10/3$342
Sat 2/510:10
SFO
-
LGA
1 stop10h 10m
Southwest
Thu 7/514:00
LGA
-
SFO
1 stop9h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 10/3$343
Wed 15/423:05
SFO
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 45m
United Airlines
Fri 17/420:15
EWR
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/3$349
Tue 21/407:02
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 38m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 25/409:30
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 34m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 11/3$349
Tue 21/422:40
SFO
-
LGA
1 stop7h 50m
Southwest
Wed 29/413:25
LGA
-
SFO
2 stops11h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 10/3$349

Find flight deals from San Francisco to New York

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 11 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$321

One-way from

$169

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$488

Good round-trip deal

$438 or less

Good one-way deal

$211 or less
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 21/4-28/4
  • Nonstop
  • 12h 19m total
  • San Francisco to New York
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 5/5
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 37m total
  • San Francisco to New York
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($19 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to New York that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 11 March 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

San FranciscoNewark

SFO - EWR

SFOEWR

San Francisco

Mon 20/4

23:05-07:50

Nonstop5h 45m

Newark

Tue 21/4

18:00-21:37

Nonstop6h 37m

$336

San FranciscoNewark

SFO - EWR

SFOEWR

San Francisco

Tue 28/4

10:25-23:29

1 stop10h 04m

Newark

Wed 29/4

07:59-11:25

Nonstop6h 26m

$350

San FranciscoNewark

SFO - EWR

SFOEWR

San Francisco

Fri 24/4

23:59-10:29

1 stop7h 30m

Newark

Sat 2/5

13:15-19:03

1 stop8h 48m

$364

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Tue 21/4

05:25-17:55

1 stop9h 30m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 28/4

06:00-12:35

1 stop9h 35m

$364

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

10:25-22:59

1 stop9h 34m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 6/5

16:46-23:01

1 stop9h 15m

$364

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Wed 6/5

22:55-09:13

1 stop7h 18m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 12/5

19:29-01:16

1 stop8h 47m

$364

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Wed 22/4

19:40-08:15

2 stops9h 35m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 25/4

09:10-16:20

1 stop10h 10m

$371

San FranciscoNewark

SFO - EWR

SFOEWR

San Francisco

Sat 25/4

06:08-16:50

1 stop7h 42m

Newark

Sat 2/5

13:15-19:03

1 stop8h 48m

$393

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Tue 28/4

09:00-22:59

1 stop10h 59m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 29/4

17:28-21:09

Nonstop6h 41m

$393

San FranciscoNewark

SFO - EWR

SFOEWR

San Francisco

Tue 21/4

09:59-23:11

1 stop10h 12m

Newark

Tue 28/4

09:00-18:41

2 stops12h 41m

$418

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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 return flight from San Francisco to New York. Price data was last updated on 6 March 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to New York, you should look to book at least 84 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New York (average of $167). Flying from San Francisco to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $286). 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 11 March 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to New York in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 20% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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 11 March 2026.

The most flights from SFO to NYC are scheduled on a Wednesday (143 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (80 on average).

How often are flights from San Francisco to New York delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between San Francisco and New York have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 189 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to New York flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to New York flights?

Over the past year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

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 11 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines from San Francisco to New York 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
12,025 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
12,025 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
12,025 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,838 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
12,025 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to New York. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    If you book a flight to New York from San Francisco, you will be flying from San Francisco, which is the city’s only airport. San Francisco (SFO) is located 19.0 km from the centre of San Francisco. There are 111 flights from San Francisco to New York per day from 0 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to New York?

    Departing from San Francisco to New York will take you 5h 45m. There are 4115 km between San Francisco and New York. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    The most popular route from San Francisco to New York is San Francisco - Newark. You may also consider San Francisco - New York LaGuardia or San Francisco - New York John F Kennedy Intl.

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

    Consider Scandinavian Airlines (92%), SAUDIA (91%) or EL AL (87%) 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?

    On average you can expect to pay $802 for a flight from San Francisco to New York. The cheapest flight overall is $149 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Newark) is currently priced at $364.

  • 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 holiday 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New York (average of $167). Flying from San Francisco to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $286). 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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