Cheap flights from New York to San Francisco
Good to know
Prices are for flights from New York to San Francisco for 1 adult in Economy. Flight times are based on nonstop flights or flights with the fewest stops available.
Flight information for New York to San Francisco to help you plan your next trip.
Cheapest round-trip flight
$181
Frontier
1 stop
29 hr
Sep 5 — Sep 11
The cheapest round-trip flight from New York to San Francisco is currently $181
Cheapest one-way flight
$96
Frontier
1 stop
29 hr
Aug 15
The cheapest one-way flight from New York to San Francisco is currently $96
Fastest flight
5 hr 55 min
The fastest nonstop flight from New York to San Francisco takes 5 hr 55 min
Nonstop flights
Every day
There are direct flights on this route every day.
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Typical prices for the least expensive flights for 1-week trips from New York to San Francisco per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to San Francisco is typically January. The most expensive one is typically June.
January Cheapest
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Typical prices: $165–280 |
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June Most expensive
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Typical prices: $285–425 |
Popular airports near New York
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
Popular airports near San Francisco
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 18 min 11 mi
- 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
Frequently asked questions about flying from New York to San Francisco
How long does it take to fly from New York to San Francisco?
5 hr 55 min is the shortest flight time from New York to San Francisco.
When are the cheapest days to fly from New York to San Francisco?
The cheapest days to fly are usually in January. Typical prices range from $165 to $280.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from New York to San Francisco?
The best round-trip deal recently found on Google Flights from New York to San Francisco was with Frontier from $181. The best one-way deal was with Frontier from $96.
When are direct flights from New York to San Francisco available?
There are direct flights from New York to San Francisco on a daily basis.
Which airlines have direct flights from New York to San Francisco?
United, Alaska, Delta, JetBlue and American fly direct from New York to San Francisco.
What are the cheapest flights from New York to San Francisco?
The cheapest round-trip flight from New York to San Francisco starts at $181 from Thu, Sep 5 to Wed, Sep 11. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $96 and departs on Thu, Aug 15.
When should you visit San Francisco?
Apr–Dec is when most people visit San Francisco, with crowds peaking in summer. Although average temperatures are higher then, mornings and evenings often have damp, chilly fog. In summer, street fairs and cultural institutions offer free outdoor entertainment. Winter visitors will find the opera and ballet seasons in full swing. Major annual events include Chinese New Year (Feb), Bay to Breakers footrace (May), San Francisco Pride parade and festival (Jun), and San Francisco Fleet Week (Oct).
How do I find cheap dates to fly from New York to San Francisco
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from New York to San Francisco.
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.
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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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.
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Miami$62Sep 5 — Sep 11Nonstop 3 hr 3 min Spirit
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Tokyo$854Aug 26 — Sep 41 stop 15 hr 55 min Air Canada
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