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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from New York to San Francisco International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
San Francisco.C$271 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 30, returning Tue, Oct 7.Round-trip flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departing from New York Newark on Tue, Sep 30, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Tue, Oct 7, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$271, select.
San Francisco.C$276 per passenger.Departing Sat, Sep 20, returning Tue, Sep 23.Round-trip flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, Sep 20, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Tue, Sep 23, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$276, select.
San Francisco.C$289 per passenger.Departing Tue, Oct 28, returning Wed, Nov 5.Round-trip flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, Oct 28, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Wed, Nov 5, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$289, select.
San Francisco.C$290 per passenger.Departing Wed, Oct 1, returning Sat, Oct 11.Round-trip flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, Oct 1, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Sat, Oct 11, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$290, select.
San Francisco.C$305 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 30, returning Tue, Oct 14.Round-trip flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departing from New York Newark on Tue, Sep 30, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departing from San Francisco International on Tue, Oct 14, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$305, select.
San Francisco.C$306 per passenger.Departing Tue, Nov 11, returning Sat, Nov 15.Round-trip flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, Nov 11, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Sat, Nov 15, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$306, select.
San Francisco.C$308 per passenger.Departing Sat, Aug 30, returning Sat, Sep 6.Round-trip flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departing from New York Newark on Sat, Aug 30, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departing from San Francisco International on Sat, Sep 6, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$308, select.
San Francisco.C$316 per passenger.Departing Sat, Aug 30, returning Sat, Sep 6.Round-trip flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departing from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, Aug 30, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departing from San Francisco International on Sat, Sep 6, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$316, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York to San Francisco International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York to San Francisco International flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from C$1,060
Aug
from C$335
Sep
from C$276
Oct
from C$290
Nov
from C$306
Dec
from C$335
Jan
from C$366
Feb
from C$365
Mar
from C$371
Apr
from C$377
May
from C$403
Jun
from C$404

Direct flights from New York to San Francisco International

New York to San Francisco International: Alternative routes

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New York to San Francisco: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$271
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time6 hrs, 28 mins
Most popular airlineHawaiian Airlines
Average flights per week2,508

Finding cheap flights from New York to San Francisco International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from New York to San Francisco International is C$271. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
6 hours and 28 minutes is the average flight time from New York to San Francisco International.
Hawaiian Airlines, United and Etihad Airways fly direct from New York to San Francisco International.
There are 2,750 flights per week flying from New York to San Francisco International, as of July 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to San Francisco International is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to San Francisco International Airport on Tuesday, September 30, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 28 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Francisco International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Francisco is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to San Francisco International is Hawaiian Airlines.

Flying from New York to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): What you need to know

  • Start your travels at one of New York's main airports, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Check out your options for booking a flight from New York to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) taking off from either of these.

  • Expect to be in the air for 6 hours 40 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct New York to San Francisco International Airport flight.

  • The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-7, which is three hours behind New York. San Francisco International Airport is located in San Francisco.

  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is the most popular route. There are 131 direct departures a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with JetBlue Airways at 10:10pm. Go for the first JFK to SFO departure operated by American Airlines at 5:59am if getting there sooner works for you.

  • For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from New York to SFO.

  • During high season, expect extended wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.

Airports in New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from New York to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) operate out of this terminal.

  • Popular carriers that have direct flights from New York to San Francisco International Airport leaving from JFK include:

  • Most travellers prefer to book seats with Delta Air Lines between JFK and SFO.

  • Among carriers operating on this route, American Airlines has the highest percentage of on-time landings.

  • Travelling from central New York to JFK takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from New York to San Francisco International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:

  • Of the flights that depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • JFK is located at JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Prefer to leave from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)? Direct New York to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) flight tickets can be booked from here.

  • From EWR, direct flights from New York to SFO are available with United Airlines.

  • United Airlines has the largest share of bookings on the EWR to SFO route.

  • The most reliable carrier is United Airlines. Its Newark Liberty International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights land as scheduled 75.41% of the time.

  • EWR is around 24 kilometres from central New York. It'll take you 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your New York to SFO flight? Unwind in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:

  • 73.3% of all departures from Newark Liberty International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.

  • The address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • From central New York, LGA is around 18 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 25 minutes to arrive by car and 1 hour or so on public transport.

  • Make catching an early New York to San Francisco International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these hotels near LaGuardia Airport and get to your gate without rushing:

  • With 80.0% of its departing flights arriving when they should, LGA is a dependable starting point for your trip.

  • You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.

About San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco

  • San Francisco International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central San Francisco. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a car rental or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • Right now, C$135 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to San Francisco International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$271. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from New York to SFO if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.

  • If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your New York to San Francisco International Airport ticket.

  • Be the first to know about deals for flight tickets from New York to SFO by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Find a cheap flight from New York to San Francisco International Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from New York to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from New York to San Francisco International Airport (SFO). August is the busiest month to travel to San Francisco. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in February.

  • The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Lock in your New York to SFO flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • January sees temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from New York to San Francisco International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about San Francisco

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in San Francisco right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from New York to San Francisco International Airport:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island are highlights which should be on any well-planned San Francisco itinerary.

Explore more of the United States

  • Fresno is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen San Francisco. Around 257 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.

  • If you're ready to explore another side of the United States, consider Sacramento, about 129 kilometres north-east of San Francisco. Old Sacramento Waterfront, Fright Planet - America's Haunted Theme Park and California State Railroad Museum are key highlights.

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