Direct Flights from New York (JFK) to San Francisco (SFO): Your Ultimate Travel Guide
Cheapest flight found
$160
Last updated Mar 13, 2026
Prices by Month
Price History
Tracking the May 7, 2026 departure — the cheapest date we found.
Price Behavior: JFK → SFO
Based on 6 months of fare data collected by Trip Manta.
Lowest Fare
$160
Highest Fare
$359
Median Fare
$180
Price Spread
$199
Prices vary significantly — hourly tracking is especially valuable here.
Cheapest month to fly: May 2026 (from $160)
Most expensive month: April 2026 (from $359)
Biggest price drop caught: $119 between consecutive checks
Most frequent cheapest airline: JetBlue
What This Means for You
Flights from New York to San Francisco range from $160 to $359, a $199 spread across the months we track. If your dates are flexible, May 2026 tends to have the lowest fares. Because prices on this route change significantly, setting up hourly price alerts gives you the best chance of catching a short-lived drop before it corrects. We have caught drops as large as $119 between hourly checks on this route.
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From
New York (JFK)
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San Francisco (SFO)
Airport Information
New York (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) serves as the primary international gateway to New York City and is located in the borough of Queens. It features six operational passenger terminals and serves as a major hub for Delta Air Lines, JetBlue, and American Airlines. Travelers can enjoy world-class dining, luxury shopping, and several premium lounges while waiting for their cross-country departure, as well as the historic TWA Hotel located right on-site.
San Francisco (SFO)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is situated 13 miles south of downtown San Francisco and is the second-busiest airport in California. Known for its commitment to sustainability and impressive museum-quality art exhibits throughout the terminals, SFO offers a modern travel experience. It acts as a primary hub for United Airlines and Alaska Airlines, providing excellent connectivity to the city center and the surrounding Silicon Valley region via rapid transit and dedicated shuttle services.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the flight from JFK to SFO?
Direct flights typically take between 6 hours and 6 hours and 45 minutes, though the return flight from SFO to JFK is often shorter due to favorable tailwinds.
Which airlines offer non-stop flights from JFK to SFO?
Major carriers including JetBlue, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, and Alaska Airlines provide regular non-stop service on this popular route.
Is there a time difference between New York and San Francisco?
Yes, San Francisco is in the Pacific Time Zone, which is 3 hours behind New York's Eastern Time Zone.
What is the best way to get from SFO to downtown San Francisco?
The BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) train is the most efficient method, taking about 30 minutes to reach the city center, though rideshares and airport shuttles are also widely available.
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