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Cheap flights from San Francisco to New York, NY from C$ 258

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 18/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — NYC
23 Aug — 30 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to New York are usually found in January or February, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday 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 24 July 2026.

Wed 29/711:00 p.m.
SFO
-
JFK
1 stop9h 50m
Frontier
Tue 18/81:00 p.m.
JFK
-
SFO
1 stop9h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 21/7C$ 439
Mon 17/811:05 p.m.
SFO
-
LGA
1 stop13h 55m
Frontier
Mon 24/810:55 p.m.
LGA
-
SFO
1 stop13h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 22/7C$ 442
Sat 5/912:35 a.m.
SFO
-
LGA
1 stop7h 42m
United Airlines
Fri 11/96:00 a.m.
LGA
-
SFO
1 stop8h 39m
United Airlines
Deal found 21/7C$ 449
Mon 21/98:25 p.m.
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 38m
JetBlue
Tue 22/97:20 a.m.
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 18m
JetBlue
Deal found 22/7C$ 456
Tue 22/98:25 p.m.
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 38m
JetBlue
Fri 2/106:00 a.m.
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 14m
JetBlue
Deal found 23/7C$ 463
Sat 5/912:40 p.m.
SFO
-
LGA
1 stop7h 20m
Southwest
Fri 11/96:10 a.m.
LGA
-
SFO
2 stops14h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 21/7C$ 465
Sat 5/910:20 a.m.
SFO
-
LGA
1 stop9h 40m
Southwest
Thu 10/97:25 a.m.
LGA
-
SFO
1 stop8h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 21/7C$ 470
Sat 22/86:00 a.m.
SFO
-
JFK
1 stop11h 31m
JetBlue
Fri 28/86:30 p.m.
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 41m
JetBlue
Deal found 21/7C$ 472
Fri 11/99:45 p.m.
SFO
-
JFK
1 stop10h 15m
JetBlue
Thu 17/96:00 a.m.
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 10m
JetBlue
Deal found 21/7C$ 473
Tue 6/108:25 p.m.
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 38m
JetBlue
Wed 7/107:20 a.m.
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 20m
JetBlue
Deal found 19/7C$ 476
Sat 10/101:43 p.m.
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 46m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 24/106:59 p.m.
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 22/7C$ 477
Fri 11/911:15 a.m.
SFO
-
LGA
1 stop8h 40m
Southwest
Thu 17/92:05 p.m.
LGA
-
SFO
1 stop8h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 24/7C$ 477

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Round-trip from

C$ 442

One-way from

C$ 258

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 721

Good one-way deal

C$ 372 or less
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 17/8-24/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 16m total
  • San Francisco to New York
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  • United Airlines
  • 18/8
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 38m total
  • San Francisco to New York
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Sun 20/9

11:50 a.m.-8:33 p.m.

Nonstop5h 43m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 27/9

9:45 a.m.-1:10 p.m.

Nonstop6h 25m

C$ 463

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Mon 31/8

11:40 p.m.-12:35 p.m.

1 stop9h 55m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 5/9

10:10 a.m.-3:50 p.m.

1 stop8h 40m

C$ 477

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Fri 18/9

9:44 p.m.-11:00 a.m.

1 stop10h 16m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 22/9

7:20 a.m.-10:38 a.m.

Nonstop6h 18m

C$ 479

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Sun 25/10

10:10 p.m.-11:03 a.m.

1 stop9h 53m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 5/11

6:00 a.m.-9:30 a.m.

Nonstop6h 30m

C$ 479

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Wed 21/10

10:30 a.m.-9:54 p.m.

1 stop8h 24m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 29/10

1:20 p.m.-7:44 p.m.

1 stop9h 24m

C$ 480

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Tue 25/8

11:59 p.m.-1:59 p.m.

1 stop11h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/9

8:59 p.m.-12:38 a.m.

Nonstop6h 39m

C$ 486

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Fri 13/11

12:55 a.m.-11:10 a.m.

1 stop7h 15m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 18/11

10:00 a.m.-3:33 p.m.

1 stop8h 33m

C$ 491

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Tue 25/8

11:50 a.m.-11:15 p.m.

1 stop8h 25m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 31/8

6:30 a.m.-2:10 p.m.

1 stop10h 40m

C$ 491

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Sat 7/11

6:00 a.m.-5:20 p.m.

1 stop8h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 15/11

6:40 a.m.-1:20 p.m.

1 stop9h 40m

C$ 494

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Mon 21/9

11:10 p.m.-12:30 p.m.

1 stop10h 20m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 29/9

1:29 p.m.-11:17 p.m.

1 stop12h 48m

C$ 503

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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

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$ 463). Flying from San Francisco to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 811). 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 24 July 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to New York at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 73% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, 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 24 July 2026.

The most flights from SFO to NYC are scheduled on a Thursday (159 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (106 on average).

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
San Francisco to New York flights typically cost between C$ 486 and C$ 797 in August.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 442 on Frontier (17 Aug-24 Aug).

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

About 14% of weekly flights between San Francisco and New York have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 182 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 Sunday 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, Alaska Airlines has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.

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

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to New York is 84 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.

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 24 July 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Hawaiian Airlines 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.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,821 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.0

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Brett,Dec 2025

LAX - EUG

Not full, very low cost upgrades, and a good selection of snack boxes.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,821 reviews
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,821 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.0

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Brett,Dec 2025

LAX - EUG

Not full, very low cost upgrades, and a good selection of snack boxes.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to New York?

    Located just 17.7 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 131 daily outbound flights to New York from 0 different airlines.

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

    JetBlue, Southwest, and Alaska Airlines can get you from San Francisco to New York in just under 9h 24m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 26m. Airlines will cover a distance of 4149 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Most travellers choose San Francisco - Newark, San Francisco - New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 Condor (94%), Gulf Air (89%) or Fiji Airways (86%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to New York.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to New York?

    While on average a flight from San Francisco to New York is generally C$ 617, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is C$ 258. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Newark), you can expect to pay C$ 515 for that flight.

  • 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$ 463). Flying from San Francisco to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 811). 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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