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Cheap flights from Newark Airport to San Francisco from $228

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 3/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — SFO
27 May — 3 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Newark to San Francisco are usually found in January or September, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Newark to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newark to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 April 2026.

Sun 6/906:00
EWR
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 14m
United Airlines
Sat 12/915:00
SFO
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 23/4$387
Fri 29/506:00
EWR
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 09m
United Airlines
Mon 27/723:59
SFO
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 23/4$389
Thu 22/1008:20
EWR
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 03m
United Airlines
Tue 27/1023:05
SFO
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 23/4$390
Wed 12/810:25
EWR
-
SFO
1 stop9h 30m
Delta
Tue 18/806:00
SFO
-
EWR
1 stop6h 52m
Delta
Deal found 27/4$401
Wed 23/913:20
EWR
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 59m
United Airlines
Tue 29/916:20
SFO
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/4$403
Wed 9/913:00
EWR
-
SFO
1 stop8h 48m
Delta
Mon 14/914:00
SFO
-
EWR
1 stop8h 04m
Delta
Deal found 26/4$408
Thu 28/517:55
EWR
-
SFO
1 stop8h 55m
Delta
Mon 1/600:15
SFO
-
EWR
1 stop7h 36m
Delta
Deal found 27/4$410
Thu 10/906:00
EWR
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 14m
United Airlines
Tue 15/923:59
SFO
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 26/4$411
Thu 20/813:29
EWR
-
SFO
1 stop8h 55m
Delta
Mon 24/823:45
SFO
-
EWR
1 stop8h 22m
Delta
Deal found 23/4$415
Sat 30/506:15
EWR
-
SFO
1 stop8h 02m
Delta
Fri 5/600:15
SFO
-
EWR
1 stop7h 33m
Delta
Deal found 26/4$417
Thu 28/517:55
EWR
-
SFO
1 stop8h 55m
Delta
Wed 3/605:50
SFO
-
EWR
1 stop7h 09m
Delta
Deal found 23/4$418
Tue 15/908:15
EWR
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 03m
United Airlines
Tue 22/916:10
SFO
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 27/4$421

Find flight deals from Newark to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Newark (EWR) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 27 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$387

One-way from

$228

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$573
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  • United Airlines
  • 6/9-12/9
  • Nonstop
  • 12h 03m total
  • Newark to San Francisco
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  • United Airlines
  • 3/6
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 09m total
  • Newark to San Francisco
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Cheapest return flight

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Thu 28/5

13:27-19:05

1 stop8h 38m

San Francisco

Wed 3/6

05:50-15:59

1 stop7h 09m

$452

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Fri 8/5

06:15-11:17

1 stop8h 02m

San Francisco

Fri 5/6

00:15-10:48

1 stop7h 33m

$485

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Thu 16/7

06:00-09:09

Nonstop6h 09m

San Francisco

Tue 21/7

16:20-01:10

Nonstop5h 50m

$499

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Sat 15/8

16:00-21:21

1 stop8h 21m

San Francisco

Sun 30/8

06:00-15:52

1 stop6h 52m

$569

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Thu 28/5

08:30-11:58

Nonstop6h 28m

San Francisco

Thu 4/6

19:25-15:33

1 stop17h 08m

$625

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Sat 23/5

17:58-21:27

Nonstop6h 29m

San Francisco

Thu 28/5

06:00-14:41

Nonstop5h 41m

$673

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Fri 8/5

07:59-11:25

Nonstop6h 26m

San Francisco

Thu 14/5

06:16-17:29

1 stop8h 13m

$698

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Sun 17/5

06:00-09:30

Nonstop6h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 19/5

23:05-07:49

Nonstop5h 44m

$712

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Wed 20/5

06:00-09:30

Nonstop6h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 2/6

16:20-01:10

Nonstop5h 50m

$713
Fastest return journey

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Tue 9/6

07:00-09:59

Nonstop5h 59m

San Francisco

Tue 9/6

15:00-23:50

Nonstop5h 50m

$765

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Best time to book a flight from Newark to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Newark Airport to San Francisco

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 90 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 $457). Flying from Newark Airport to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $719). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Newark 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 27 April 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 80% on flights from Newark Airport to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Newark to San Francisco. 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 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 09m. 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 Qantas Airways(100%), Japan Airlines(86%) or Hawaiian Airlines(85%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • 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 $457). Flying from Newark Airport to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $719). 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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