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Cheap flights from New York to San Francisco from ₹ 12,232

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 17/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — SFO
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from New York to San Francisco are usually found in February or January, booked 63 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 22 December 2024.

Round-trip from

₹ 21,151

One-way from

₹ 12,232

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

₹ 47,314
Delta
  • Delta
  • 20/1-27/1
  • Nonstop
  • 12h 23m total
  • New York to San Francisco
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 17/1
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 40m total
  • New York to San Francisco
High demand for flights, 12% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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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 22 December 2024.

Tue 31/1211:30JFK - SFO
1 stop11h 43mAlaska Airlines
Mon 13/119:55SFO - JFK
1 stop16h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 20/12₹ 29,221
Tue 31/1207:05JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 47mDelta
Tue 14/107:00SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 29mDelta
Deal found 20/12₹ 29,476
Mon 30/1220:40JFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 44mJetBlue
Tue 25/206:00SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 29mJetBlue
Deal found 21/12₹ 31,090
Tue 31/1206:00LGA - SFO
1 stop10h 55mDelta
Sat 11/107:10SFO - LGA
1 stop9h 36mDelta
Deal found 21/12₹ 33,298
Tue 31/1216:00EWR - SFO
1 stop9h 16mAlaska Airlines
Sat 11/107:00SFO - EWR
1 stop9h 17mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 21/12₹ 33,638
Tue 31/1206:00EWR - SFO
Nonstop6h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 14/114:45SFO - EWR
Nonstop5h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/12₹ 37,970
Mon 30/1212:55LGA - SFO
2 stops13h 20mSouthwest
Sun 5/119:35SFO - LGA
1 stop13h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 21/12₹ 40,858
Mon 30/1222:59LGA - SFO
1 stop28h 22mFrontier
Wed 1/123:47SFO - LGA
1 stop8h 43mFrontier
Deal found 21/12₹ 41,368
Tue 31/1211:50EWR - SFO
1 stop14h 01mSun Country Air
Wed 1/123:59SFO - EWR
1 stop7h 58mSun Country Air
Deal found 19/12₹ 44,596
Fri 27/1219:29LGA - SFO
1 stop8h 56mUnited Airlines
Tue 25/206:15SFO - LGA
1 stop7h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/12₹ 44,936
Mon 30/1206:45EWR - SFO
1 stop8h 51mDelta
Sun 5/122:59SFO - EWR
1 stop6h 53mDelta
Deal found 21/12₹ 45,105
Sun 22/1215:54LGA - SFO
1 stop11h 51mJetBlue
Wed 8/108:20SFO - LGA
1 stop7h 31mJetBlue
Deal found 19/12₹ 45,785

Find flights from New York to San Francisco within your budget

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 22 December 2024.

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New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 20/1

07:00-10:52

Nonstop6h 52m

San Francisco

Mon 27/1

14:25-22:56

Nonstop5h 31m

₹ 21,151

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Tue 14/1

12:14-17:50

1 stop8h 36m

San Francisco

Wed 15/1

06:15-17:12

1 stop7h 57m

₹ 21,406

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 22/1

16:00-12:52

2 stops23h 52m

San Francisco

Mon 27/1

08:10-22:59

2 stops11h 49m

₹ 21,406

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Tue 18/2

06:00-11:25

1 stop8h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 25/2

06:00-17:14

1 stop8h 14m

₹ 21,746

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 10/2

08:00-11:40

Nonstop6h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 15/2

15:30-23:58

Nonstop5h 28m

₹ 23,615

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Mon 20/1

06:05-11:35

1 stop8h 30m

San Francisco

Fri 24/1

06:15-17:37

1 stop8h 22m

₹ 24,379

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Thu 13/2

16:00-23:45

1 stop10h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 19/2

07:00-17:29

1 stop7h 29m

₹ 24,549

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Thu 24/4

14:45-18:07

Nonstop6h 22m

San Francisco

Mon 28/4

00:08-10:27

1 stop7h 19m

₹ 24,889

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Tue 14/1

07:30-14:50

1 stop10h 20m

San Francisco

Thu 16/1

07:15-21:50

1 stop11h 35m

₹ 25,993

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Mon 13/1

13:40-23:59

1 stop13h 19m

San Francisco

Tue 21/1

08:20-18:51

1 stop7h 31m

₹ 32,194

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

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Travel insights for flights from New York to San Francisco

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from New York to San Francisco including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 13 December 2024.

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 56 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 ₹ 991). Flying from New York to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 1,438). 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 22 December 2024.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% on flights from New York to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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 22 December 2024.

The most flights from NYC to SFO are scheduled on a Saturday (136 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (50 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 22 December 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from New York to San Francisco, see what other customers have to say about United Airlines, Southwest and Sun Country Air. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
4,804 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.1
Very Good
4,804 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,804 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very Good
9,537 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,804 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very Good
8,597 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,804 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.4
Good
3,265 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,804 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.4
Good
9,035 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,804 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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 83 daily inbound flights from New York from 2 different airlines.

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

    According to our current data, Delta (₹ 21,151), United Airlines (₹ 21,406), and Alaska Airlines (₹ 21,406) offers the cheapest pricing from New York to San Francisco. Delta is currently priced 44% 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 Alaska Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as ₹ 12,232. Users have also found prices from ₹ 12,232 and ₹ 12,996 on Delta and JetBlue, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes 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 Korean Air(100%), Royal Jordanian(96%) or LOT(95%), 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 ₹ 33,601. While the most popular route (Newark - San Francisco) can be booked for ₹ 22,595 on average our data indicates ₹ 53,531 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 ₹ 991). Flying from New York to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 1,438). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest₹ 13,846Average₹ 39,637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapest₹ 27,917Average₹ 43,827FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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