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Close dialog Prices are for flights from San Francisco to New York for 1 adult in Economy. Flight times are based on nonstop flights or flights with the fewest stops available.
Flight information for San Francisco to New York to help you plan your next trip.
| Cheapest round-trip flight | $181 | Frontier1 stop14 hrSep 12 — Sep 19 | The cheapest round-trip flight from San Francisco to New York is currently $181 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | $96 | Frontier1 stop13 hrSep 11 | The cheapest one-way flight from San Francisco to New York is currently $96 | |
| Fastest flight | 5 hr 19 min | The fastest nonstop flight from San Francisco to New York takes 5 hr 19 min | ||
| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Close dialog Typical prices for the least expensive flights for 1-week trips from San Francisco to New York per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to New York is typically January. The most expensive one is typically June.
| January Cheapest | Typical prices: $165–245 |
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| June Most expensive | Typical prices: $295–440 |
Popular airports near San Francisco
Close dialog Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from San Francisco center and popularity with travelers.
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK)
Oakland
26 min
11 mi
San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC)
San Jose
50 min
39 mi
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Sacramento
1 hr 35 min
78 mi
Popular airports near New York
Close dialog Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from New York center and popularity with travelers.
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
New York
39 min
12 mi
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
New York
26 min
8 mi
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark
27 min
8 mi
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Boston
3 hr 39 min
192 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to New York
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco to New York?
5 hr 19 min is the shortest flight time from San Francisco to New York.
When are the cheapest days to fly from San Francisco to New York?
The cheapest days to fly are usually in January. Typical prices range from $165 to $245.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Francisco to New York?
The best round-trip deal recently found on Google Flights from San Francisco to New York was with Frontier from $181. The best one-way deal was with Frontier from $96.
When are direct flights from San Francisco to New York available?
There are direct flights from San Francisco to New York on a daily basis.
Which airlines have direct flights from San Francisco to New York?
United, Alaska, Delta, JetBlue and American fly direct from San Francisco to New York.
What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to New York?
The cheapest round-trip flight from San Francisco to New York starts at $181 from Thu, Sep 12 to Thu, Sep 19. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $96 and departs on Wed, Sep 11.
When should you visit New York?
NYC is a year-round destination, with iconic events like U.S. Open tennis (Aug–Sep) and Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade (Nov). Spring and fall have mild weather and strong performing-arts seasons. In summer, there's free, outdoor cultural events. On summer weekends, many New Yorkers leave town, making it a good time to score reservations at popular restaurants. Dec brings the Rockefeller Center tree lighting (varies, Nov/Dec) and Times Square's New Year's Eve party (Dec 31). Jan–Mar is cold, with an easier chance of getting Broadway tickets.
How do I find cheap dates to fly from San Francisco to New York
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from San Francisco to New York.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
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Popular trips from San Francisco
Close dialog These suggestions are based on the cheapest fares to popular destinations in the next six months. Prices include required taxes + fees for 1 adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Tokyo
$735
Aug 25 — Sep 3
Nonstop10 hr 50 minZIPAIR Tokyo
Los Angeles
$48
Nov 2 — Nov 9
Nonstop1 hr 29 minFrontier
Honolulu
$209
Sep 9 — Sep 18
Nonstop5 hr 22 minUnited
Paris
$399
Aug 8 — Aug 15
1 stop17 hr 35 minTap Air Portugal
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