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Cheap flights from San Francisco to New York from $248

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 3/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — NYC
11 Jul — 18 Jul1
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 Monday or Friday 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 June 2026.

Mon 10/819:45
SFO
-
LGA
2 stops9h 25m
Southwest
Tue 18/806:05
LGA
-
SFO
2 stops11h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 7/6$446
Fri 6/1110:02
SFO
-
JFK
1 stop17h 34m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 10/1120:29
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 30m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/6$448
Tue 8/923:05
SFO
-
LGA
1 stop7h 35m
Southwest
Mon 14/917:30
LGA
-
SFO
1 stop8h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 5/6$448
Fri 14/819:45
SFO
-
LGA
2 stops10h 15m
Southwest
Fri 21/817:30
LGA
-
SFO
1 stop8h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/6$449
Fri 21/805:35
SFO
-
LGA
1 stop9h 20m
Southwest
Sat 29/806:00
LGA
-
SFO
2 stops10h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/6$450
Fri 25/919:45
SFO
-
LGA
2 stops10h 15m
Southwest
Tue 29/913:25
LGA
-
SFO
2 stops10h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 7/6$452
Wed 23/909:27
SFO
-
JFK
1 stop10h 32m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 14/1009:59
JFK
-
SFO
1 stop9h 47m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/6$453
Mon 19/1022:50
SFO
-
LGA
1 stop7h 40m
Southwest
Thu 22/1006:55
LGA
-
SFO
1 stop10h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 7/6$453
Tue 4/811:52
SFO
-
JFK
1 stop8h 04m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 2/916:29
JFK
-
SFO
1 stop9h 43m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/6$455
Tue 15/909:35
SFO
-
LGA
2 stops9h 55m
Southwest
Tue 22/906:05
LGA
-
SFO
2 stops11h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 5/6$455
Mon 17/823:50
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 43m
JetBlue
Thu 27/820:59
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 37m
JetBlue
Deal found 10/6$456
Wed 18/1106:18
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 7/1220:29
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 30m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 9/6$458

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 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$446

One-way from

$248

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$785

Good one-way deal

$381 or less
Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 10/8-18/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 20h 25m total
  • San Francisco to New York
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Delta
  • Delta
  • 8/9
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 50m total
  • San Francisco to New York
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Wed 21/10

10:20-22:50

1 stop9h 30m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 26/10

06:55-14:25

1 stop10h 30m

$455

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Tue 13/10

00:35-11:17

1 stop7h 42m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 17/10

06:00-11:22

1 stop8h 22m

$455

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Tue 11/8

23:40-12:35

1 stop9h 55m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 14/8

06:30-14:10

1 stop10h 40m

$455

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Fri 30/10

06:18-15:03

Nonstop5h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/11

11:30-18:44

1 stop10h 14m

$458

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Thu 29/10

18:59-07:25

1 stop9h 26m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/11

20:29-23:59

Nonstop6h 30m

$475

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Fri 4/9

22:59-08:47

1 stop6h 48m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 9/9

15:05-21:35

1 stop9h 30m

$483

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Sat 4/7

10:20-22:40

2 stops9h 20m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 10/7

15:25-00:15

1 stop11h 50m

$485

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Thu 5/11

07:47-07:25

1 stop20h 38m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/11

18:53-09:36

1 stop17h 43m

$489

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Mon 7/12

23:00-07:46

Nonstop5h 46m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 10/1

16:39-20:04

Nonstop6h 25m

$517

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Fri 3/7

19:20-12:10

1 stop13h 50m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 14/7

15:55-00:15

1 stop11h 20m

$523

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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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New York (average of $508). Flying from San Francisco to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $763). 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 June 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to New York in the afternoon. 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 June 2026.

The most flights from SFO to NYC are scheduled on a Wednesday (152 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (81 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from San Francisco to New York?

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

About 13% of weekly flights between San Francisco and New York have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 184 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning 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 12% of flights being delayed.

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

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.

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 June 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
7.9
Good
12,478 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

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
7.9
Good
12,478 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,478 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

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
2,830 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,478 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

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 17.7 km from the centre of San Francisco. There are 117 flights from San Francisco to New York per day from 1 airline.

  • 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 4149 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 is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to New York round-trip?

    Currently priced at $157, JetBlue will fly you from San Francisco to New York and back. In addition to JetBlue, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. JetBlue is priced at 72% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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 $116 on Alaska Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $117 and United Airlines from $227 one-way.

  • 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 - New York John F Kennedy Intl. You may also consider San Francisco - Newark or San Francisco - New York LaGuardia.

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

    Consider Gulf Air (97%), Icelandair (92%) or TAP AIR PORTUGAL (89%) 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 $1,098 for a flight from San Francisco to New York. The cheapest flight overall is $189 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - New York John F Kennedy Intl) is currently priced at $536.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New York (average of $508). Flying from San Francisco to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $763). 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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