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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from New York to San Francisco
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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and San Francisco?
What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?
The cheapest month to fly to San Francisco from New York is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around €302, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to San Francisco from New York during March instead. Flights to San Francisco in March, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around €312.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?
According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to San Francisco is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from New York to San Francisco in the evening for as low as €323. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are €376 on average. Flights to San Francisco from New York in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.
What is the cheapest New York to San Francisco flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Francisco?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from New York when booking 15 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around €354 when searching 15 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from New York for as low as €301 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on New York to San Francisco flights?
There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to San Francisco flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
How have New York to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?
As of June 2025, prices for New York to San Francisco flights are approximately 1% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.
How many flights depart from New York to San Francisco on average per day?
The number of flights available between New York and San Francisco is 107 per day as of June 2025. The most frequent departure time is 17:00, with 37% of daily flights leaving at midday.
How many flights depart from New York to San Francisco on average per week?
As of June 2025, 749 flights take off from New York and land in San Francisco each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Wed, with 21% of weekly flights taking off on this day.
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Best price found | €80 |
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Fastest flight time | 5h 56m |
Direct flights | Every day |
Airports in San Francisco | 1 airport |
How far is New York to San Francisco by plane?
There are 4125.5 km between New York and San Francisco. Flights usually cover this in 5h 56m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to San Francisco Airport?
Prices for flights from New York to San Francisco Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to San Francisco Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to San Francisco Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your San Francisco Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from New York to San Francisco?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from New York to San Francisco is Boeing 737-900 Passenger/BBJ3 (winglets) (12.84% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 (12.49%), Boeing 737 MAX 9 (11.63%), and Boeing 757-200 (10.07%).
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momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and agents so you can find and book the best deal on flights from New York to San Francisco . Millions of users trust and use momondo every year so you are in good hands.
Can I find flights from New York to San Francisco with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. All flights to San Francisco from New York on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.
How can momondo help me find flights from New York to San Francisco?
Once all potential New York to San Francisco flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.
I’m not ready to book a flight from New York to San Francisco right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Yes. momondo can track prices for New York to San Francisco flights and alert you when they change. Perform a search to set up the price alert. All that is required is a valid email address.