Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to New York (NYC)

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to New York (NYC)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Flight from San Francisco to New York route information
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Return price
AU$213
Distance
4128 km

Your quick guide to flights from San Francisco to New York

Pick up great flights from San Francisco to New York

With Expedia, you have your pick of flights a day with 20 airlines covering flights from San Francisco to New York. Whether you’re on a business trip, a family holiday or a luxury break, just enter your travel dates, hit search then check out your choice of flights. Select from return, one way or multi-city flights, and use the advance search tool if you want a direct or refundable flight. You can narrow your search to show you just your preferred cabin class and airline, too. It’s all easy. You can book direct flights from San Francisco to New York that take around hours.

Find cheap flights from San Francisco to New York

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$213 to AU$367, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from San Francisco to New York around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to New York is normally in February.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to New York, NY (NYC-All Airports)?
Based on fares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip flights between SFO and New York, NY (NYC-All Airports) start from AU$213. Make your booking today to get the best price for your journey. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from SFO to New York, NY (NYC-All Airports)?
This varies between air carriers, as each has its own terms and conditions. Visit the Customer Service Portal, where there are easy instructions on how to cancel your flight online.
How do I find cheap flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to New York, NY (NYC-All Airports) that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to New York, NY (NYC-All Airports) flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to New York, NY (NYC-All Airports)?
With a flight distance of 4 200 kilometres between San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) and New York, NY (NYC-All Airports), this is a long-haul trip. Make sure you drink plenty of water and go for a short walk down the aisle every so often.
Which airlines fly direct from SFO to New York, NY (NYC-All Airports)?
Have a look at the deals on offer with these popular carriers and book your ticket from San Francisco Airport to New York, NY (NYC-All Airports) today:

  • United Airlines - (UA) with 304 monthly flights
  • Alaska Airlines - (AS) with 212 monthly flights
  • JetBlue Airways - (B6) with 156 monthly flights
  • Delta Air Lines - (DL) with 139 monthly flights

Are SFO to New York, NY (NYC-All Airports) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Last-minute bookings from SFO to New York, NY (NYC-All Airports) can be hit-or-miss. You might be lucky and score a bargain, but you could also miss out completely! If you’d rather start planning ahead of time, Expedia compares flight deals up to 12 months in advance. Just bear in mind that not all airlines release their prices that far in advance. Our suggestion? Check back often as updates are made frequently.
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