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Cheap flights from San Francisco to New York, NY from C$ 171

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 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — NYC
11 Jan — 18 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to New York are usually found in February or March, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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

Sun 28/129:15 p.m.SFO - EWR
Nonstop5h 34mAlaska Airlines
Wed 28/15:30 p.m.EWR - SFO
Nonstop6h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/12C$ 354
Sun 28/129:15 p.m.SFO - EWR
Nonstop5h 34mAlaska Airlines
Mon 2/25:30 p.m.EWR - SFO
Nonstop6h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/12C$ 368
Sun 28/129:15 p.m.SFO - EWR
Nonstop5h 34mAlaska Airlines
Thu 29/14:36 p.m.EWR - SFO
1 stop9h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/12C$ 382
Tue 30/126:04 a.m.SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 31mJetBlue
Fri 2/16:30 p.m.JFK - SFO
1 stop9h 22mJetBlue
Deal found 10/12C$ 386
Wed 31/124:40 p.m.SFO - EWR
Nonstop5h 28mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/16:00 a.m.EWR - SFO
Nonstop6h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12C$ 390
Sun 28/129:15 p.m.SFO - EWR
Nonstop5h 34mAlaska Airlines
Fri 30/15:30 p.m.EWR - SFO
Nonstop6h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/12C$ 410
Tue 16/127:00 a.m.SFO - LGA
1 stop7h 07mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/14:50 p.m.LGA - SFO
1 stop9h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/12C$ 418
Wed 24/1212:11 p.m.SFO - LGA
1 stop8h 09mDelta
Thu 8/11:05 p.m.LGA - SFO
1 stop8h 33mDelta
Deal found 11/12C$ 425
Wed 31/124:40 p.m.SFO - EWR
Nonstop5h 28mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/17:00 a.m.EWR - SFO
Nonstop6h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/12C$ 430
Wed 31/124:42 p.m.SFO - EWR
1 stop11h 17mAlaska Airlines
Wed 28/15:30 p.m.EWR - SFO
Nonstop6h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/12C$ 437
Wed 31/124:42 p.m.SFO - EWR
1 stop11h 17mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/15:30 p.m.EWR - SFO
Nonstop6h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/12C$ 439
Wed 17/121:55 p.m.SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 35mDelta
Tue 13/15:20 p.m.JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 36mDelta
Deal found 10/12C$ 439

Find flight deals from San Francisco to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to New York (NYC). 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 12 December 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 301

One-way from

C$ 171

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 681

Good one-way deal

C$ 205 or less
JetBlue
  • JetBlue
  • 20/1-24/1
  • Nonstop
  • 12h 11m total
  • San Francisco to New York
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Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 3/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 10m total
  • San Francisco to New York
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San Francisco

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New York

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Sun 15/2

4:05 p.m.-12:35 a.m.

Nonstop5h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 21/2

12:30 p.m.-4:08 p.m.

Nonstop6h 38m

C$ 302

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Fri 30/1

3:05 p.m.-11:31 p.m.

Nonstop5h 26m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/2

8:40 p.m.-12:22 a.m.

Nonstop6h 42m

C$ 302

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Fri 9/1

4:05 p.m.-12:35 a.m.

Nonstop5h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 15/1

9:29 p.m.-1:08 a.m.

Nonstop6h 39m

C$ 302

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Wed 4/3

12:10 p.m.-8:53 p.m.

Nonstop5h 43m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/3

7:20 p.m.-10:59 p.m.

Nonstop6h 39m

C$ 302

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Tue 24/3

2:25 p.m.-10:54 p.m.

Nonstop5h 29m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 31/3

5:05 p.m.-8:40 p.m.

Nonstop6h 35m

C$ 302

San FranciscoNewark

SFO - EWR

SFOEWR

San Francisco

Mon 12/1

7:00 a.m.-3:29 p.m.

Nonstop5h 29m

Newark

Thu 15/1

5:30 p.m.-9:08 p.m.

Nonstop6h 38m

C$ 327

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Sun 18/1

10:54 p.m.-8:57 a.m.

1 stop7h 03m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 27/1

7:55 a.m.-1:47 p.m.

1 stop8h 52m

C$ 327

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Sat 31/1

11:56 p.m.-10:22 a.m.

1 stop7h 26m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 4/2

4:50 p.m.-10:58 p.m.

1 stop9h 08m

C$ 328

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Wed 11/2

11:45 a.m.-11:05 p.m.

1 stop8h 20m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 16/2

6:05 a.m.-12:20 p.m.

1 stop9h 15m

C$ 328

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Fri 16/1

11:20 p.m.-9:41 a.m.

1 stop7h 21m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 18/1

6:00 a.m.-11:43 a.m.

1 stop8h 43m

C$ 328

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to New York

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to New York

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to New York?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to New York. Price data was last updated on 5 December 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to New York is 51 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 San Francisco to New York?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New York (average of C$ 88). Flying from San Francisco to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 279). 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 SFO to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to New York. 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.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to New York in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 49% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to New York. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 12 December 2025.

The most flights from SFO to NYC are scheduled on a Thursday (144 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (72 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Francisco to New York?

How often are flights from San Francisco to New York delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between San Francisco and New York have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 188 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

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

Saturday 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 San Francisco to New York flights?

Over the past year, American Airlines has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New York. Reviews last updated 12 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines and JetBlue from San Francisco to New York. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,432 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,432 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,432 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,899 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,432 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to New York. 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 from for flights from San Francisco to New York?

    Located just 19.0 km from the city centre, San Francisco is the airport most travellers will use when flying to New York from San Francisco. Booking flights from San Francisco (SFO) to New York should be relatively easy as there are 119 daily outbound flights to New York from 0 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to New York?

    JetBlue, Delta, and Alaska Airlines can get you from San Francisco to New York in just under 5h 26m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. Airlines will cover a distance of 4149 km. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco to New York?

    Most travellers choose San Francisco - New York John F Kennedy Intl, San Francisco - Newark or San Francisco - New York LaGuardia when deciding on the best route from San Francisco to New York.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to New York?

    Consider TAP AIR PORTUGAL (92%), Scandinavian Airlines (90%) or SAUDIA (90%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to New York.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to New York that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to New York flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to New York?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to New York.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to New York?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to New York 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 San Francisco to New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New York (average of C$ 88). Flying from San Francisco to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 279). 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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