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Cheap Flights from New York to San Francisco

2-5 hours direct flight. Airlines: American Airlines, United, Delta +2 more. Fares from $150.

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New York to San Francisco Flight Overview

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Flight Details

  • Duration: 2-5 hours direct
  • Direct Flights: Yes
  • From: JFK, LGA, EWR
  • To: SFO
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Typical Prices

  • Economy: $150-500 roundtrip
  • Cheapest: January, February, September
  • Priciest: June, July, December

Airlines Flying New York to San Francisco

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Tips for Cheap New York to San Francisco Flights

1Oakland (OAK) is cheaper and often more convenient. Skip SFO and fly into Oakland instead. It's across the bay but BART trains connect to San Francisco in 25 minutes, and fares run $50-100 less.
2Book red-eye flights for major savings. Overnight departures from JFK to SFO cost significantly less than daytime flights. Sleep on the plane, land at 6am Pacific, and check into your hotel early for a full day.
3Avoid summer fog season if you want sunshine. June through August brings Karl the Fog, chilly temps, and higher prices due to tourist season. Visit September or October for warm weather and cheaper flights.
4Pack warm layers even in summer. San Francisco stays 55-65°F year-round while New York swings from freezing to sweltering. Bring a jacket and long pants no matter when you travel to the Bay Area.
5Use airline miles wisely on this route. United has a hub at SFO with dozens of daily flights, making award availability excellent. You can book economy seats for 12,500 miles one-way during off-peak times.

💡Savings tip: Book 6-8 weeks ahead for the best New York to San Francisco fares. Flexibility with dates can save you 20-30%.

FAQs About Flights to New York to San Francisco

Nonstop flights take 6-6.5 hours westbound and about 5 hours eastbound thanks to jet stream tailwinds. Most departures leave JFK or Newark morning or evening, arriving in San Francisco before dinner Pacific time.

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