Cheap flights from San Francisco to New York from ₹ 11,184

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 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — NYC
11 Jan — 18 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to New York are usually found in February or March, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to New York
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 12 December 2025.

Sun 28/1221:15SFO - EWR
Nonstop5h 34mAlaska Airlines
Wed 28/117:30EWR - SFO
Nonstop6h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/12₹ 23,180
Sun 28/1221:15SFO - EWR
Nonstop5h 34mAlaska Airlines
Mon 2/217:30EWR - SFO
Nonstop6h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/12₹ 24,081
Sun 28/1221:15SFO - EWR
Nonstop5h 34mAlaska Airlines
Thu 29/116:36EWR - SFO
1 stop9h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/12₹ 24,983
Tue 30/1206:04SFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 31mJetBlue
Fri 2/118:30JFK - SFO
1 stop9h 22mJetBlue
Deal found 10/12₹ 25,254
Wed 31/1216:40SFO - EWR
Nonstop5h 28mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/106:00EWR - SFO
Nonstop6h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12₹ 25,525
Sun 28/1221:15SFO - EWR
Nonstop5h 34mAlaska Airlines
Fri 30/117:30EWR - SFO
Nonstop6h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/12₹ 26,787
Tue 16/1207:00SFO - LGA
1 stop7h 07mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/116:50LGA - SFO
1 stop9h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/12₹ 27,328
Wed 24/1216:55SFO - EWR
1 stop9h 19mDelta
Fri 9/107:00EWR - SFO
1 stop8h 55mDelta
Deal found 12/12₹ 27,779
Wed 24/1212:11SFO - LGA
1 stop8h 09mDelta
Thu 8/113:05LGA - SFO
1 stop8h 33mDelta
Deal found 11/12₹ 27,779
Wed 31/1216:40SFO - EWR
Nonstop5h 28mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/107:00EWR - SFO
Nonstop6h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/12₹ 28,140
Sun 28/1221:15SFO - EWR
Nonstop5h 34mAlaska Airlines
Tue 13/119:29EWR - SFO
1 stop20h 01mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/12₹ 28,411
Wed 31/1216:42SFO - EWR
1 stop11h 17mAlaska Airlines
Wed 28/117:30EWR - SFO
Nonstop6h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/12₹ 28,591

Find flight deals from San Francisco to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to New York (NYC). 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 12 December 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 19,662

One-way from

₹ 11,184

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

₹ 44,555

Good round-trip deal

₹ 36,983 or less

Good one-way deal

₹ 14,294 or less
Delta
  • Delta
  • 9/1-13/1
  • Nonstop
  • 12h 06m total
  • San Francisco to New York
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 3/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 10m total
  • San Francisco to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (₹ 254,139 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (₹ 82,370 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to New York (NYC).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Francisco to New York (NYC).

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Fri 9/1

14:25-23:00

Nonstop5h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 13/1

19:25-23:04

Nonstop6h 39m

₹ 19,662

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Sat 24/1

22:37-07:03

Nonstop5h 26m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 29/1

06:00-09:40

Nonstop6h 40m

₹ 19,752

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Mon 23/2

06:29-15:00

Nonstop5h 31m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/3

13:00-16:51

Nonstop6h 51m

₹ 19,752

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Wed 11/3

14:25-22:54

Nonstop5h 29m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 25/3

19:20-22:59

Nonstop6h 39m

₹ 19,752

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Mon 9/3

12:55-21:26

Nonstop5h 31m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 17/3

15:45-19:29

Nonstop6h 44m

₹ 19,752

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Fri 9/1

16:05-00:35

Nonstop5h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 15/1

21:29-01:08

Nonstop6h 39m

₹ 19,752

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Wed 25/2

09:10-17:57

Nonstop5h 47m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/3

19:20-23:02

Nonstop6h 42m

₹ 19,752

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Tue 24/3

14:25-22:54

Nonstop5h 29m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 31/3

17:05-20:40

Nonstop6h 35m

₹ 19,752

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Fri 9/1

07:00-19:28

1 stop9h 28m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 18/1

18:57-22:40

Nonstop6h 43m

₹ 21,376

San FranciscoNewark

SFO - EWR

SFOEWR

San Francisco

Wed 4/2

12:46-23:40

1 stop7h 54m

Newark

Wed 11/2

14:30-20:25

1 stop8h 55m

₹ 21,376

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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 return flight from San Francisco to New York. Price data was last updated on 5 December 2025.

Booking 51 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to New York. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New York (average of ₹ 5,772). Flying from San Francisco to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 18,219). 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 12 December 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to New York at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 39% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, 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 12 December 2025.

The most flights from SFO to NYC are scheduled on a Wednesday (151 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (78 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from San Francisco to New York?

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

Share of one-stop return flights from San Francisco to New York chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover 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 stopover airport for flights from San Francisco to New York?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from San Francisco to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Atlanta (ATL) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of ₹ 19,872.

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

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

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 8h 55m.

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

Average stopover duration for one-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 Atlanta (ATL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 3h 23m.

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 188 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning 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 Thursday 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, American Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% 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 12 December 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to New York, such as Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to New York. 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 from for flights from San Francisco to New York?

    San Francisco (SFO), located 19.0 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Francisco to New York. 3 airlines have flights from San Francisco to New York on a regular basis. Booking flights from San Francisco to New York should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 125 outbound flights to New York per day.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from San Francisco to New York in 5h 26m. Fly via Delta, JetBlue, or Alaska Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 4149 km between San Francisco and New York. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    Alaska Airlines, at ₹ 14,552, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to New York.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Hawaiian Airlines and JetBlue. These flights start at 57% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    ₹ 8,956 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from JetBlue. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Hawaiian Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from ₹ 9,299 and ₹ 10,215, respectively.

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

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

    Consider TAP AIR PORTUGAL (92%), Scandinavian Airlines (90%) or SAUDIA (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?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to New York? While on average our users pay ₹ 59,313, our data indicates the cheapest price to be ₹ 8,806. The most popular route (San Francisco - New York John F Kennedy Intl), is priced around ₹ 16,956.

  • 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 holiday 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New York (average of ₹ 5,772). Flying from San Francisco to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 18,219). 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₹ 14,552Average₹ 36,084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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