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Cheap flights from New York to San Francisco from ₹ 8,576

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 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — SFO
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to San Francisco are usually found in February or March, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 18,782

One-way from

₹ 8,576

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

₹ 35,764

Good round-trip deal

₹ 23,722 or less

Good one-way deal

₹ 11,947 or less
JetBlue
  • JetBlue
  • 25/5-31/5
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 56m total
  • New York to San Francisco
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Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 9/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 55m total
  • New York to San Francisco
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (₹ 470,661 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (₹ 74,542 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 15 April 2025.

Sun 25/506:38JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 22mJetBlue
Wed 28/506:00SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 39mJetBlue
Deal found 15/4₹ 18,782
Tue 29/410:00JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 34mAlaska Airlines
Sat 10/523:15SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 44mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 15/4₹ 19,554
Fri 30/521:55JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 44mDelta
Tue 3/607:10SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 49mDelta
Deal found 15/4₹ 20,412
Sun 25/506:00LGA - SFO
1 stop7h 33mDelta
Wed 28/506:15SFO - LGA
1 stop8h 32mDelta
Deal found 15/4₹ 20,498
Sun 25/505:59EWR - SFO
1 stop7h 34mDelta
Sat 31/505:50SFO - EWR
1 stop8h 40mDelta
Deal found 15/4₹ 22,041
Wed 28/507:00EWR - SFO
Nonstop6h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/622:45SFO - EWR
Nonstop5h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/4₹ 22,728
Sat 24/516:56EWR - SFO
1 stop9h 57mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 3/606:12SFO - EWR
Nonstop5h 47mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 14/4₹ 22,899
Wed 7/507:30EWR - SFO
1 stop10h 21mAlaska Airlines
Sun 11/518:40SFO - EWR
1 stop8h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 15/4₹ 22,985
Wed 7/515:17LGA - SFO
1 stop9h 08mUnited Airlines
Wed 14/513:05SFO - LGA
1 stop7h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/4₹ 23,328
Tue 1/716:00JFK - SFO
1 stop8h 37mHawaiian Airlines
Fri 4/706:18SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 42mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 15/4₹ 24,357
Thu 8/511:41EWR - SFO
1 stop24h 44mSun Country Air
Sun 11/518:03SFO - EWR
1 stop13h 41mSun Country Air
Deal found 15/4₹ 26,158
Fri 4/710:25LGA - SFO
1 stop9h 25mSouthwest
Wed 9/722:45SFO - LGA
1 stop7h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 15/4₹ 26,844

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Customise 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 454,620 searches. Data last updated 15 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

New York

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 25/5

06:38-10:00

Nonstop6h 22m

San Francisco

Wed 28/5

06:00-14:39

Nonstop5h 39m

₹ 18,782

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 29/4

10:00-13:34

Nonstop6h 34m

San Francisco

Sat 10/5

23:15-07:59

Nonstop5h 44m

₹ 19,554

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 30/5

21:55-01:39

Nonstop6h 44m

San Francisco

Tue 3/6

07:10-15:59

Nonstop5h 49m

₹ 20,412

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Sun 25/5

06:00-10:33

1 stop7h 33m

San Francisco

Wed 28/5

06:15-17:47

1 stop8h 32m

₹ 20,498

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Sun 25/5

05:59-10:33

1 stop7h 34m

San Francisco

Sat 31/5

05:50-17:30

1 stop8h 40m

₹ 22,041

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Wed 28/5

07:00-10:10

Nonstop6h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 4/6

22:45-07:11

Nonstop5h 26m

₹ 22,728

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Sat 24/5

16:56-23:53

1 stop9h 57m

San Francisco

Tue 3/6

06:12-14:59

Nonstop5h 47m

₹ 22,899

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Wed 7/5

07:30-14:51

1 stop10h 21m

San Francisco

Sun 11/5

18:40-06:30

1 stop8h 50m

₹ 22,985

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Wed 7/5

15:17-21:25

1 stop9h 08m

San Francisco

Wed 14/5

13:05-23:30

1 stop7h 25m

₹ 23,328

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 1/7

16:00-21:37

1 stop8h 37m

San Francisco

Fri 4/7

06:18-15:00

Nonstop5h 42m

₹ 24,357

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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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from New York to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from New York to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 86 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to San Francisco (average of ₹ 986). Flying from New York to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 1,415). 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 15 April 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 9% on flights from New York to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from New York to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 30 March 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New York to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 15 April 2025.

The most flights from NYC to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (166 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (100 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 112.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated 15 April 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from New York to San Francisco, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,876 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,876 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,876 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.
Southwest
8.0
Very Good
4,282 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,876 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,918 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,876 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,375 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,876 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,658 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,876 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

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?

    Located just 19.0 km from the city centre, San Francisco is the airport most travellers will use when flying to San Francisco from New York. Booking flights from New York to San Francisco (SFO) should be relatively easy as there are 129 daily inbound flights from New York from 3 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York to San Francisco round-trip?

    According to our current data, JetBlue (₹ 18,782), Alaska Airlines (₹ 19,554), and Delta (₹ 20,498) offers the cheapest pricing from New York to San Francisco. JetBlue is currently priced 49% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to San Francisco one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as ₹ 8,576. Users have also found prices from ₹ 9,434 and ₹ 11,064 on Delta and JetBlue, respectively.

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

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

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New York to San Francisco consider choosing LOT(93%), Korean Air(91%) or China Eastern(86%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for ₹ 10,056. While the most popular route (New York John F Kennedy Intl - San Francisco) can be booked for ₹ 17,925 on average our data indicates ₹ 76,643 when flying from New York to San Francisco.

  • 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 holiday 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to San Francisco (average of ₹ 986). Flying from New York to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 1,415). 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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Alaska AirlinesCheapest₹ 12,688Average₹ 37,784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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JetBlueCheapest₹ 20,409Average₹ 30,155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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United AirlinesCheapest₹ 32,501Average₹ 44,250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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