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Cheap flights from New York to San Francisco

NYC — SFO
24 Sep — 1 Oct1
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Cheap flight deals from New York to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 19 September 2024.

Round-trip from

S$ 1,074

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

S$ 487
From New York (NYC) to San Francisco
High demand for flights, 23% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 21% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in September 2024

Travel insights for flights from New York to San Francisco

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from New York to San Francisco including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from New York to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 13 September 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from New York to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 80 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to San Francisco (average of S$ 111). Flying from New York to San Francisco in August is currently the most expensive (average of S$ 252). 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 NYC to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 September 2024.

When flying from New York to San Francisco, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 34% versus a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from New York to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to San Francisco. 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 19 September 2024.

The most flights from NYC to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (140 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (70 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 112.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly into San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight to San Francisco from New York. On average, San Francisco has 117 inbound flights from New York per day from 1 airline. San Francisco is conveniently located just 19.0 km from San Francisco’s city centre.

  • What days are direct flights available from New York to San Francisco?

    Days when direct flights are available for this flight are: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday.

  • How many flights depart from New York to San Francisco on average per day?

    12 flight departures from New York to San Francisco per day on average.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 50% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 33% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 17% of flight departures

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New York to San Francisco consider choosing Japan Airlines(92%), GOL(83%) or LATAM Airlines(83%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What does JFK to SFO mean?

    JFK and SFO are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. JFK to SFO refers to a flight route from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco Airport. Newark Airport (EWR), New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA), New Windsor Stewart Airport (SWF), New York Skyports SPB Airport (NYS) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to San Francisco that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your New York to San Francisco flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from New York to San Francisco with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter New York to San Francisco flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to San Francisco?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New York to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to San Francisco that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from New York to San Francisco offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from New York to San Francisco?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on New York to San Francisco flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to San Francisco (average of S$ 111). Flying from New York to San Francisco in August is currently the most expensive (average of S$ 252). 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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Top airline flying from New York to San Francisco

Discover the top airline that operate flights from New York to San Francisco. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 176,960 searches. Data last updated 19 September 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapestS$ 279AverageS$ 550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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