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Cheap flights from New York, NY to San Francisco from C$ 247

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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — SFO
26 Aug — 2 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to San Francisco are usually found in January or September, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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

Fri 30/107:35 a.m.
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 30m
JetBlue
Fri 30/102:35 p.m.
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 21m
JetBlue
Deal found 26/7C$ 457
Thu 10/96:59 p.m.
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 20m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 11/97:08 a.m.
SFO
-
JFK
1 stop12h 51m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 24/7C$ 461
Mon 23/117:25 p.m.
LGA
-
SFO
1 stop8h 11m
United Airlines
Thu 26/1111:30 p.m.
SFO
-
LGA
1 stop7h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 22/7C$ 464
Tue 15/128:05 a.m.
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 46m
JetBlue
Fri 8/17:00 a.m.
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 30m
JetBlue
Deal found 27/7C$ 464
Sat 5/98:59 p.m.
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 39m
JetBlue
Mon 14/98:25 p.m.
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 38m
JetBlue
Deal found 25/7C$ 465
Sat 5/96:00 a.m.
LGA
-
SFO
1 stop10h 40m
Southwest
Fri 11/97:10 p.m.
SFO
-
LGA
2 stops10h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 22/7C$ 471
Wed 16/91:00 p.m.
JFK
-
SFO
1 stop10h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 18/99:27 a.m.
SFO
-
JFK
1 stop10h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7C$ 476
Fri 30/106:55 a.m.
LGA
-
SFO
1 stop9h 30m
Southwest
Wed 4/116:15 a.m.
SFO
-
LGA
1 stop9h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 22/7C$ 478
Wed 16/95:26 p.m.
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 16m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 22/91:41 p.m.
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 48m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 23/7C$ 478
Sat 5/96:00 a.m.
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 15m
JetBlue
Tue 8/93:19 p.m.
SFO
-
JFK
1 stop12h 08m
JetBlue
Deal found 22/7C$ 479
Sat 5/92:00 p.m.
LGA
-
SFO
1 stop9h 35m
Southwest
Wed 9/96:35 a.m.
SFO
-
LGA
2 stops11h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 22/7C$ 485
Sat 5/124:59 p.m.
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 41m
JetBlue
Wed 9/1210:30 a.m.
SFO
-
JFK
1 stop7h 58m
JetBlue
Deal found 23/7C$ 485

Find flight deals from New York to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) 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 July 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 457

One-way from

C$ 247

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 720

Good one-way deal

C$ 239 or less
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  • 30/10-30/10
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 51m total
  • New York to San Francisco
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  • 20/8
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 59m total
  • New York to San Francisco
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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York to San Francisco that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 27 July 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/9

3:45 p.m.-7:11 p.m.

Nonstop6h 26m

San Francisco

Mon 14/9

8:25 p.m.-5:03 a.m.

Nonstop5h 38m

C$ 464

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/9

6:00 a.m.-9:15 a.m.

Nonstop6h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 12/9

7:50 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

1 stop9h 10m

C$ 479

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 26/9

12:59 p.m.-8:31 p.m.

1 stop10h 32m

San Francisco

Sat 3/10

8:29 p.m.-5:09 a.m.

Nonstop5h 40m

C$ 486

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/12

4:59 p.m.-8:40 p.m.

Nonstop6h 41m

San Francisco

Wed 9/12

10:30 a.m.-9:28 p.m.

1 stop7h 58m

C$ 486

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 19/9

12:59 p.m.-8:31 p.m.

1 stop10h 32m

San Francisco

Mon 21/9

9:44 p.m.-12:34 p.m.

1 stop11h 50m

C$ 495

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Sat 5/9

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

1 stop8h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 15/9

5:40 a.m.-8:25 p.m.

2 stops11h 45m

C$ 499

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 16/10

9:59 a.m.-4:47 p.m.

1 stop9h 48m

San Francisco

Sun 18/10

9:03 a.m.-5:59 a.m.

1 stop17h 56m

C$ 506

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 21/8

6:29 a.m.-1:33 p.m.

1 stop10h 04m

San Francisco

Tue 1/9

3:19 p.m.-6:30 a.m.

1 stop12h 11m

C$ 509

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Fri 21/8

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

1 stop10h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 25/8

5:40 a.m.-8:25 p.m.

2 stops11h 45m

C$ 513

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Wed 16/9

6:00 p.m.-11:57 p.m.

1 stop8h 57m

San Francisco

Sat 19/9

6:00 a.m.-5:37 p.m.

1 stop8h 37m

C$ 520

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

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to San Francisco (average of C$ 461). Flying from New York to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 809). 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 NYC to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 July 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 66% on flights from New York to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Weekly flight availability from New York to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to San Francisco. 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 27 July 2026.

The most flights from NYC to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (160 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (119 on average).

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
New York to San Francisco flights typically cost between C$ 489 and C$ 855 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 457 on JetBlue (30 Oct-30 Oct).

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

About 20% of weekly flights between New York and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 182 minutes.

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

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

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

Tuesday 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 New York to San Francisco flights?

Over the past year, American Airlines has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 17% of flights being delayed.

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

Booking 85 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New York to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York 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 New York?

    Most people fly into San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight to San Francisco from New York. On average, San Francisco has 140 inbound flights from New York per day from 1 airline. San Francisco is conveniently located just 17.7 km from San Francisco’s city centre.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from New York to San Francisco in 6h 26m. Fly via JetBlue, Southwest, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 4149 km between New York and San Francisco. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from New York to San Francisco round-trip?

    Currently priced at C$ 196, JetBlue will fly you from New York to San Francisco and back. In addition to JetBlue, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. JetBlue is 68% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    While some choose either New York John F Kennedy Intl - San Francisco or New York LaGuardia - San Francisco, Newark - San Francisco is the most popular route from New York to San Francisco.

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

    Consider TAP AIR PORTUGAL (85%), Japan Airlines (84%) or Icelandair (80%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from New York to San Francisco.

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

    On average you can expect to pay C$ 494 for a flight from New York to San Francisco. The cheapest flight overall is C$ 217 while the most popular route, (Newark - San Francisco) is currently priced at C$ 882.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to San Francisco (average of C$ 461). Flying from New York to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 809). 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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JetBlueCheapestC$ 196AverageC$ 395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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