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

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 26% of flights being delayed.

How often are flights from Newark to San Francisco delayed?

About 25% of weekly flights between Newark and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 205 minutes.

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

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

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

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

How long is the flight from Newark Airport to San Francisco?

Departing from Newark Airport to San Francisco will take you 6h 29m. Airlines will cover a distance of 4115 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

Weekly flight availability from Newark Airport to San Francisco

The most flights from EWR to SFO are scheduled on a Friday (46 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (29 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 112.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

What are the cheapest flights from Newark Airport to San Francisco?

While on average a flight from Newark Airport to San Francisco is generally $1,101, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $648. When looking at the most popular route, (Newark - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $1,207 for that flight.

What are the most reliable airlines from Newark Airport to San Francisco?

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Newark Airport to San Francisco consider choosing TAP AIR PORTUGAL(77%), ANA(75%) or United Airlines(72%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Newark?

Located just 17.7 km from the city centre, San Francisco is the airport most travellers will use when flying to San Francisco from Newark. Booking flights from Newark to San Francisco (SFO) should be relatively easy as there are 37 daily inbound flights from Newark from 0 different airlines.

Can I find deals for flights from Newark to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Newark to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Newark Airport to San Francisco?

The best time to book flights from Newark Airport to San Francisco is 79 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 Newark Airport to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to San Francisco (average of $508). Flying from Newark Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $939). 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 EWR to SFO?

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 67% on flights from Newark Airport to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Newark Airport to San Francisco?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Newark Airport to San Francisco flights typically cost between $649 and $1,141 in February.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $607 on Delta (28 Feb–5 Mar).

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What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Newark?
Located just 17.7 km from the city centre, San Francisco is the airport most travellers will use when flying to San Francisco from Newark. Booking flights from Newark to San Francisco (SFO) should be relatively easy as there are 37 daily inbound flights from Newark from 0 different airlines.
How long is the flight from Newark Airport to San Francisco?
Departing from Newark Airport to San Francisco will take you 6h 29m. Airlines will cover a distance of 4115 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the most reliable airlines from Newark Airport to San Francisco?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Newark Airport to San Francisco consider choosing TAP AIR PORTUGAL(77%), ANA(75%) or United Airlines(72%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
What are the cheapest flights from Newark Airport to San Francisco?
While on average a flight from Newark Airport to San Francisco is generally $1,101, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $648. When looking at the most popular route, (Newark - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $1,207 for that flight.
Can I find deals for flights from Newark to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Newark to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Newark to San Francisco?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Newark to San Francisco.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Newark to San Francisco?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Newark to San Francisco 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 Newark Airport to San Francisco?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to San Francisco (average of $508). Flying from Newark Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $939). 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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How far ahead should I book a flight from Newark Airport to San Francisco?

The best time to book flights from Newark Airport to San Francisco is 79 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 Newark Airport to San Francisco?

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

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 67% on flights from Newark Airport to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Newark Airport to San Francisco?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Newark Airport to San Francisco flights typically cost between $649 and $1,141 in February.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $607 on Delta (28 Feb–5 Mar).

Weekly flight availability from Newark Airport to San Francisco

The most flights from EWR to SFO are scheduled on a Friday (46 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (29 on average).

How often are flights from Newark to San Francisco delayed?

About 25% of weekly flights between Newark and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 205 minutes.

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

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

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

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

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

Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 26% of flights being delayed.

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Newark Airport to San Francisco flights typically cost between $649 and $1,141 in February.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $607 on Delta (28 Feb–5 Mar).