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Cheap flights from San Francisco to New York from S$ 181

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 22-4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — NYC
12 May — 19 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to New York are usually found in January or February, booked 30 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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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 April 2026.

Mon 4-516:00
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 30m
Delta
Tue 12-507:00
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 16m
Delta
Deal found 10-4S$ 348
Sat 2-515:31
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 38m
JetBlue
Fri 8-520:24
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 52m
JetBlue
Deal found 11-4S$ 349
Mon 4-522:55
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 33m
Delta
Wed 13-507:00
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 16m
Delta
Deal found 8-4S$ 350
Mon 18-500:15
SFO
-
LGA
1 stop7h 25m
Delta
Fri 29-518:20
LGA
-
SFO
1 stop8h 30m
Delta
Deal found 8-4S$ 351
Tue 5-523:11
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 48m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 6-511:30
JFK
-
SFO
1 stop11h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 12-4S$ 353
Tue 28-419:40
SFO
-
LGA
2 stops9h 35m
Southwest
Tue 5-513:25
LGA
-
SFO
2 stops11h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 8-4S$ 354
Sat 2-513:55
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 36m
Delta
Fri 8-521:05
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 34m
Delta
Deal found 8-4S$ 355
Fri 1-523:25
SFO
-
LGA
1 stop8h 30m
Southwest
Wed 6-513:25
LGA
-
SFO
2 stops11h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 8-4S$ 355
Fri 1-520:35
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 27m
Delta
Thu 7-521:05
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 34m
Delta
Deal found 10-4S$ 357
Wed 6-505:50
SFO
-
LGA
1 stop6h 58m
Delta
Fri 8-517:00
LGA
-
SFO
1 stop8h 48m
Delta
Deal found 8-4S$ 359
Wed 22-416:00
SFO
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 30m
Delta
Tue 28-407:00
JFK
-
SFO
Nonstop6h 28m
Delta
Deal found 8-4S$ 360
Wed 22-422:55
SFO
-
EWR
1 stop6h 46m
Delta
Wed 29-407:15
EWR
-
SFO
1 stop7h 50m
Delta
Deal found 9-4S$ 362

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 April 2026.

Round-trip from

S$ 348

One-way from

S$ 181

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December

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January

Average price

S$ 507

Good round-trip deal

S$ 450 or less

Good one-way deal

S$ 478 or less
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  • 11h 43m total
  • San Francisco to New York
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  • 22-4
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 30m total
  • San Francisco to New York
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Customise your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to New York 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 200,618 searches. Data last updated 12 April 2026.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Wed 6-5

19:40-08:15

2 stops9h 35m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 8-5

16:40-00:10

2 stops10h 30m

S$ 362

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Wed 26-8

05:05-16:05

1 stop8h 00m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 1-9

10:29-15:41

1 stop8h 12m

S$ 381

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Tue 9-6

19:20-11:50

1 stop13h 30m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 9-7

17:30-00:10

1 stop9h 40m

S$ 387

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Tue 11-8

23:40-12:35

1 stop9h 55m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 19-8

06:05-14:05

2 stops11h 00m

S$ 387

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Sat 23-5

22:38-09:11

1 stop7h 33m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 27-5

19:28-01:15

1 stop8h 47m

S$ 391

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Wed 22-4

16:00-00:30

Nonstop5h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 26-4

07:00-10:28

Nonstop6h 28m

S$ 401

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Sat 12-9

06:00-17:39

1 stop8h 39m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 29-9

06:00-10:37

1 stop7h 37m

S$ 406

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Wed 29-4

23:52-10:15

1 stop7h 23m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 7-5

06:00-11:20

1 stop8h 20m

S$ 411

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Tue 26-5

05:25-15:45

1 stop7h 20m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 2-6

08:30-22:45

2 stops17h 15m

S$ 411

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - LGA

SFOLGA

San Francisco

Fri 1-5

12:15-23:25

1 stop8h 10m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 8-5

17:50-00:20

1 stop9h 30m

S$ 411

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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 10 April 2026.

Booking 30 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New York (average of S$ 140). Flying from San Francisco to New York in March is currently the most expensive (average of S$ 276). 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 April 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to New York in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 19% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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 April 2026.

The most flights from SFO to NYC are scheduled on a Sunday (141 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (67 on average).

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

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 189 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the evening 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 Sunday 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, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% 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 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines from San Francisco to New York by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,223 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,223 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,223 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

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?

    Most people fly from San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight from San Francisco to New York. On average, San Francisco has 91 outbound flights to New York per day from 1 airline. San Francisco is conveniently located just 17.7 km from San Francisco’s city centre.

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

    Airlines like Southwest, United Airlines, and Delta fly from San Francisco to New York in about 5h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 05m. The distance from San Francisco to New York is about 4149 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to New York round-trip?

    Flying on Alaska Airlines is currently your cheapest option to New York, with prices starting at S$ 429. Alaska Airlines is priced at 12% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    While some choose either San Francisco - New York John F Kennedy Intl or San Francisco - New York LaGuardia, San Francisco - Newark is the most popular route from San Francisco to New York.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Francisco to New York on time: China Southern (100%), Aeromexico (97%), Scandinavian Airlines (96%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to New York?

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to New York is S$ 450. On average you can expect to pay S$ 464. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Newark), can usually be booked for S$ 607.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New York (average of S$ 140). Flying from San Francisco to New York in March is currently the most expensive (average of S$ 276). 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 AirlinesCheapestS$ 429AverageS$ 665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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