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Cheapest Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to New York (JFK)

Airfares from San Francisco Intl. to John F. Kennedy Intl. for one-way flights were as low as AU$203 and round trip flights were AU$404 within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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San Francisco to New York Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to New York (JFK)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest San Francisco to New York flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top SFO to JFK routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

San Francisco to New York Information

Traveling From
San Francisco Intl.
Origin Airport
San Francisco
Origin Airport IATA Code
SFO
Traveling To
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Destination Airport
New York
Destination Airport IATA Code
JFK
Number of Airlines Serving
30
Average Flight Time
5 hours 46 mins
Direct Flight Time
5 hours 35 mins
Flight Price
AU$404

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from San Francisco Airport to JFK Airport?
The flight from SFO to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) takes on average 5 hours and 32 minutes — think ahead and grab the things you need to be comfortable.
What airlines fly direct from SFO to JFK Airport?
If you don’t do drama, you’ll be happy to hear you can zip directly from SFO to JFK Airport with a handful of airlines. Check for awesome deals with Alaska Airlines and JetBlue Airways.
How many flights are there from San Francisco Airport to John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
If you’d like to travel between SFO and JFK Airport at the start of the week, mid-week or even on a lazy Sunday, it’s possible. Have a squiz at the 19 flights available daily and away you go.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Here’s an insider tip: Monday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flight demand on Wotif in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Monday generally had the lowest average price, closely followed by flights on a Saturday. You might want to think twice about flying on a Thursday though; generally, our data showed that it had the highest average ticket price.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
Guess what? It turns out that early in the week is the best time to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif in 2021, we found that flights purchased on a Monday had the lowest airfares on average. Booking your plane ticket on the weekend also seems to score pretty good deals. However, airfares purchased on a Friday generally have a higher than average ticket value, so you might want to prepare your budget if you’re booking on that day.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
When comparing airfares booked through Wotif in 2021, our data shows February is one of the cheapest months to fly. On the other hand, the month of December can be one of the most expensive times to travel, with the highest average ticket price, so it’s best to get in early if December is your preferred travel month.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It’s possible to start comparing international airfares on Wotif up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to Wotif’s 2021 flight demand trends, you can bag a bargain with some of the cheapest airfares appearing just 1 week prior to travel.*According to flight demand on Wotif.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.
Address:
JFK Airport
New York NY, 11430
United States
IATA code:
JFK
Longitude:
-73.78817
Latitude:
40.642335
Time zone:
America/New_York
Address:
San Francisco CA, 94128
United States
IATA code:
SFO
Longitude:
-122.389881
Latitude:
37.615215
Time zone:
America/Los_Angeles

San Francisco to New York Flight Deals from AU$404

Considering a quick trip to New York, but not sure which is the best route for you? Well, you’re in luck! Wotif has done the hard work, so all you need to do is check out these flights from SFO to JFK. With heaps of cheap fares from San Francisco, we guarantee you’ll be arriving to your holiday destination in style without emptying your bank account in the process.

It’s easy to book flights to New York from San Francisco  

For a huge choice of flights, simply enter your travel dates and hit search and we’ll hunt out fantastic deals on one-way, return and multi-city airfares to New York from San Francisco from 10 different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to New York in just 5 hour(s) and 35 mins, too.   

Snap up great deals on flights to New York from San Francisco 

Choose from 111 flights a day on average, with prices starting at AU$404 and rising to AU$563 depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from San Francisco to New York today!  

Find cheap airfares to New York from San Francisco 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near San Francisco and New York
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in September)
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

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Great places to stay after flight from San Francisco to New York

Hampton Inn NY-JFK
Hampton Inn NY-JFK
2.5 out of 5
144-10 135th Avenue, Jamaica, NY
The price is AU$398 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
AU$398
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jamaica. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,682 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Hampton Inn NY-JFK
Courtyard by Marriott New York JFK Airport
Courtyard by Marriott New York JFK Airport
3 out of 5
145-11 N Conduit Ave, Jamaica, NY
The price is AU$438 per night from 25 Jun to 26 Jun
AU$438
per night
25 Jun - 26 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Jamaica. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Only stayed for 4 hours but good sleep"

Reviewed on 24 May 2024

Courtyard by Marriott New York JFK Airport
Marriott New York JFK Airport
Marriott New York JFK Airport
3.5 out of 5
135-25 142ND STREET, Jamaica, NY
The price is AU$444 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
AU$444
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Jamaica. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Popular attractions Resorts World Casino and UBS ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (269 reviews)
"Nice overnight stay proximal to the airport. Darnell Davis, night manager was fabulous and the Lawrence's service in The Quimby was great. The hot water was not great after dinner, which is the reason I did not give 5 stars. I would stay again for a similar overnight stay."

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Marriott New York JFK Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

^Savings based on all package bookings made with Flight + Hotel on Wotif.com from , as compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings will vary based on origin/destination, length of trip, stay dates and selected travel supplier(s). Savings not available on all packages.