Cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco from $177

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 27/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — SFO
11 Jan — 18 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco are usually found in January or February, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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

Sat 27/1220:25JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 49mJetBlue
Mon 5/113:00SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 29mJetBlue
Deal found 10/12$388
Wed 24/1220:10JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 49mJetBlue
Wed 31/1222:35SFO - JFK
1 stop12h 03mJetBlue
Deal found 10/12$448
Mon 22/1213:30JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 30mDelta
Wed 7/112:15SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 43mDelta
Deal found 11/12$478
Mon 22/1213:30JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 30mDelta
Tue 6/109:00SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 45mDelta
Deal found 11/12$479
Tue 16/1209:30JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 47mAlaska Airlines
Sun 18/122:20SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/12$559
Thu 18/1208:15JFK - SFO
1 stop9h 34mJetBlue
Wed 7/115:05SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 26mJetBlue
Deal found 11/12$568
Fri 19/1215:59JFK - SFO
1 stop10h 31mJetBlue
Mon 19/122:37SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 26mJetBlue
Deal found 10/12$569
Mon 15/1206:50JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 28mJetBlue
Wed 17/1210:28SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 34mJetBlue
Deal found 10/12$578
Mon 22/1213:30JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 30mDelta
Mon 5/106:00SFO - JFK
1 stop20h 59mDelta
Deal found 11/12$602

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Round-trip from

$326

One-way from

$177

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$773

Good one-way deal

$328 or less
Delta
  • Delta
  • 14/1-28/1
  • Nonstop
  • 12h 18m total
  • New York to San Francisco
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 11/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 24m total
  • New York to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($44 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 December 2025
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco.

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New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 30/1

14:59-18:39

Nonstop6h 40m

San Francisco

Mon 2/2

09:00-17:45

Nonstop5h 45m

$329

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 30/1

08:25-12:05

Nonstop6h 40m

San Francisco

Mon 2/2

20:37-05:03

Nonstop5h 26m

$329

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 20/2

11:30-15:18

Nonstop6h 48m

San Francisco

Thu 26/2

06:29-15:00

Nonstop5h 31m

$329

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 19/2

14:55-18:38

Nonstop6h 43m

San Francisco

Tue 24/2

09:10-17:57

Nonstop5h 47m

$329

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/6

17:30-21:13

Nonstop6h 43m

San Francisco

Tue 16/6

23:59-08:32

Nonstop5h 33m

$329

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 6/3

11:30-15:18

Nonstop6h 48m

San Francisco

Fri 13/3

06:29-15:00

Nonstop5h 31m

$329

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 15/1

21:29-01:08

Nonstop6h 39m

San Francisco

Sun 25/1

07:00-15:29

Nonstop5h 29m

$329

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 20/3

08:00-11:47

Nonstop6h 47m

San Francisco

Tue 24/3

14:45-23:14

Nonstop5h 29m

$329

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/2

20:36-00:24

Nonstop6h 48m

San Francisco

Sun 15/2

14:00-22:29

Nonstop5h 29m

$329

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 22/1

08:25-12:05

Nonstop6h 40m

San Francisco

Sun 25/1

15:05-23:30

Nonstop5h 25m

$329

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How far ahead should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 5 December 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 57 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of $107). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco in November is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 JFK to SFO?

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

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 77% on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets at midday.

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

    San Francisco (SFO), located 19.0 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco. 0 airlines have flights to San Francisco from New York John F Kennedy Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 84 inbound flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl per day.

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

    A quick flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco can take about 6h 40m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $329. The distance between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and San Francisco is about 4149 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    Consider TAP AIR PORTUGAL (89%), Korean Air (87%) or LOT (85%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco.

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

    The cheapest flight price from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco is $178. On average you can expect to pay $337. The most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $278.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco (average of $107). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco in November is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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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