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Cheap flights from San Francisco to New York, NY from C$ 198

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 18/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — NYC
17 May — 24 May1
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 30 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Monday

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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 17 April 2026.

Mon 4/54:00 p.m.
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 30m
Delta
Wed 13/57:00 a.m.
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 16m
Delta
Deal found 12/4C$ 374
Mon 4/510:55 p.m.
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 33m
Delta
Tue 12/57:00 a.m.
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 16m
Delta
Deal found 12/4C$ 377
Tue 5/58:53 a.m.
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 48m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 13/511:30 a.m.
JFK
-
SFO
1 stop8h 31m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 13/4C$ 380
Tue 5/511:11 p.m.
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 48m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 6/54:46 p.m.
JFK
-
SFO
1 stop9h 15m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 12/4C$ 381
Thu 3/1211:00 p.m.
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 46m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 9/121:00 p.m.
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 20m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 383
Mon 4/51:27 p.m.
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 47m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 13/511:30 a.m.
JFK
-
SFO
1 stop9h 31m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 13/4C$ 388
Mon 11/57:00 a.m.
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 46m
Delta
Sun 24/57:00 a.m.
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 16m
Delta
Deal found 14/4C$ 394
Sat 23/512:50 a.m.
SFO
-
LGA
1 stop7h 27m
United Airlines
Fri 29/54:59 p.m.
LGA
-
SFO
1 stop8h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 394
Tue 25/87:25 p.m.
SFO
-
LGA
2 stops9h 45m
Southwest
Fri 28/86:30 a.m.
LGA
-
SFO
1 stop10h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 13/4C$ 400
Tue 5/59:00 a.m.
SFO
-
EWR
1 stop11h 29m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 6/54:31 p.m.
EWR
-
SFO
1 stop9h 30m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 12/4C$ 402
Mon 4/510:35 p.m.
SFO
-
LGA
1 stop8h 04m
Delta
Tue 5/51:59 p.m.
LGA
-
SFO
1 stop9h 25m
Delta
Deal found 13/4C$ 402
Fri 29/59:15 p.m.
SFO
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 36m
United Airlines
Tue 2/66:00 a.m.
EWR
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 14/4C$ 403

Find flight deals from San Francisco to New York

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Round-trip from

C$ 374

One-way from

C$ 198

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 546

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C$ 300 or less
Delta
  • Delta
  • 4/5-13/5
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 46m total
  • San Francisco to New York
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  • Alaska Airlines
  • 29/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 13m 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

Tue 5/5

11:11 p.m.-7:59 a.m.

Nonstop5h 48m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 6/5

4:46 p.m.-11:01 p.m.

1 stop9h 15m

C$ 380

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

8:00 a.m.-6:41 p.m.

1 stop7h 41m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 8/5

6:00 a.m.-11:17 a.m.

1 stop8h 17m

C$ 402

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Wed 12/8

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

1 stop7h 15m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 19/8

10:00 a.m.-3:11 p.m.

1 stop8h 11m

C$ 402

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Mon 4/5

6:01 p.m.-6:03 a.m.

1 stop9h 02m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 7/5

4:46 p.m.-11:01 p.m.

1 stop9h 15m

C$ 421

San FranciscoNewark

SFO - EWR

SFOEWR

San Francisco

Tue 25/8

7:00 p.m.-6:08 a.m.

1 stop8h 08m

Newark

Sun 30/8

6:00 a.m.-10:37 a.m.

1 stop7h 37m

C$ 449

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Wed 15/7

5:10 a.m.-5:55 p.m.

1 stop9h 45m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 21/7

7:15 a.m.-3:45 p.m.

1 stop11h 30m

C$ 450

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Wed 26/8

6:00 a.m.-5:51 p.m.

1 stop8h 51m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 3/9

6:00 a.m.-10:37 a.m.

1 stop7h 37m

C$ 455

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Sat 23/5

12:45 p.m.-11:20 p.m.

1 stop7h 35m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 30/5

9:55 a.m.-8:45 p.m.

1 stop13h 50m

C$ 469

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Mon 27/7

11:40 p.m.-8:09 a.m.

Nonstop5h 29m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 31/7

9:15 p.m.-12:53 a.m.

Nonstop6h 38m

C$ 477

San FranciscoNewark

SFO - EWR

SFOEWR

San Francisco

Tue 14/7

11:59 p.m.-8:28 a.m.

Nonstop5h 29m

Newark

Wed 22/7

6:00 a.m.-9:09 a.m.

Nonstop6h 09m

C$ 490

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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 10 April 2026.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to New York is 30 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New York (average of C$ 487). Flying from San Francisco to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 704). 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 17 April 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to New York in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 38% 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 17 April 2026.

The most flights from SFO to NYC are scheduled on a Friday (148 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (68 on average).

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

What’s the top layover airport for flights from San Francisco to New York?

Share of one-stop round-trip flights from San Francisco to New York chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Atlanta (ATL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 75% of one-stop itineraries from San Francisco to New York on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San Francisco to New York?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San Francisco to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Atlanta (ATL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of C$ 279.

What’s the fastest layover option from San Francisco to New York?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to New York, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Dallas (DFW) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 9h 25m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Francisco to New York?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Dallas (DFW) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 3h 09m.

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 189 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the evening 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, Delta has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% 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 17 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines,Hawaiian Airlines, andJetBlue 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
7.9
Good
12,253 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,253 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,253 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,838 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,253 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,940 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,253 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

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 119 daily outbound flights to New York from 0 different airlines.

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

    Southwest, United Airlines, and Delta can get you from San Francisco to New York in just under 7h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 4138 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 LaGuardia or San Francisco - New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 Aeromexico (96%), Condor (91%) or Air Serbia (90%) 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$ 690, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is C$ 306. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Newark), you can expect to pay C$ 850 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New York (average of C$ 487). Flying from San Francisco to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 704). 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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