Journey information
Overview: New York, NY to San Francisco, CA flight
Flights from New York, NY to San Francisco, CA depart on average 71 times per day, taking around 6h 50m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $122 (€99) if you book in advance.
There are 17 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:08, the last at 23:58. The fastest flight covers the 2565 miles (4129 km) distance in 6h 15m. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 2565 miles (4129 km) |
Average flight duration 6h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $122 (€99) |
Flights per day 71 |
Direct flights 17 |
Fastest flight 6h 15m |
Cheapest month May |
First flight 12:08 AM |
Last flight 11:58 PM |
The cheapest and fastest flights from New York, NY to San Francisco, CA
Cheapest price
$362
Average price
$610
Fastest journey
6 h 11 m
Average duration
6 h 17 m
Flights per day
100
Distance
4129 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from New York, NY to San Francisco, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to San Francisco, CA will cost around $610 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $362.
Of the 100 flights that leave New York, NY for San Francisco, CA onThu, Apr 02, 28 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct flights cover the 4129 km distance in an average of 6 h 17 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 6 h 11 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the longest flights will take 6 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
AS2271:00 PM6h43John F. Kennedy International Airport4:43 PMSan Francisco International Airport$3621One-way0 transfers
AS418:06 PM6h49John F. Kennedy International Airport11:55 PMSan Francisco International Airport$3621One-way0 transfers
AS1144:26 PM6h44John F. Kennedy International Airport8:10 PMSan Francisco International Airport$3621One-way0 transfers
AS5957:50 AM6h38Newark Liberty International Airport11:28 AMSan Francisco International Airport$3641One-way0 transfers
AS6106:14 PM6h38Newark Liberty International Airport9:52 PMSan Francisco International Airport$3641One-way0 transfers
UA12271:00 PM6h11Newark Liberty International Airport4:11 PMSan Francisco International Airport$5341One-way0 transfers
UA20044:00 PM6h18Newark Liberty International Airport7:18 PMSan Francisco International Airport$5341One-way0 transfers
UA23282:30 PM6h18Newark Liberty International Airport5:48 PMSan Francisco International Airport$5341One-way0 transfers
UA17778:00 AM6h20Newark Liberty International Airport11:20 AMSan Francisco International Airport$4541One-way0 transfers
UA19607:05 AM6h20Newark Liberty International Airport10:25 AMSan Francisco International Airport$4541One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for New York, NY to San Francisco, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to San Francisco, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $122. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 1.2 - 3.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $122, and a train costs an average of $355.
Distance: 2565 miles (4129 km)
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| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$354 Average price Cheapest | $1483 Average price | $520 Average price |
9h 50m Average total duration Fastest 6h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 75h 9m Average total duration 74h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 71h 52m Average total duration 71h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
12.4 - 24.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 4.1 - 10.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
New York, NY to San Francisco, CA flight times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to San Francisco, CA flights for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AA76 | 10:00 AM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 6h43 | 4:43 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA670 · UA1506 | 10:00 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 8h25 | 6:25 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2115 | 10:00 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 6h30 | 4:30 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA6128 · UA1147 | 10:00 AM LaGuardia Airport | 8h25 | 6:25 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1612 · UA2358 | 10:00 AM LaGuardia Airport | 9h18 | 7:18 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1366 · UA1147 | 10:10 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 8h15 | 6:25 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS21 · AS655 | 11:00 AM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 10h01 | 9:01 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS21 · AS383 | 11:00 AM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 18h27 | 5:27 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS21 · AS680 | 11:00 AM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 12h40 | 11:40 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS21 · AS688 | 11:00 AM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 16h11 | 3:11 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1960 | 11:05 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 6h20 | 5:25 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA211 · UA2109 | 11:10 AM LaGuardia Airport | 7h57 | 7:07 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS299 · AS688 | 11:20 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 15h51 | 3:11 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS299 · AS383 | 11:20 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 18h07 | 5:27 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2445 · UA2740 | 11:20 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 8h55 | 8:15 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS299 · AS655 | 11:20 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 9h41 | 9:01 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS595 | 11:50 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 6h38 | 6:28 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA7469 | 11:50 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 6h38 | 6:28 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA2336 · UA1561 | 11:52 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 8h23 | 8:15 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1777 | 12:00 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 6h20 | 6:20 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA467 · UA543 | 12:05 PM LaGuardia Airport | 8h22 | 8:27 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA179 | 12:05 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 6h43 | 6:48 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AS447 · AS688 | 1:00 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 14h11 | 3:11 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS447 · AS383 | 1:00 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 16h27 | 5:27 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS447 · AS680 | 1:00 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 10h40 | 11:40 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS35 · AS3387 | 1:30 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 9h20 | 10:50 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS35 · AS2061 | 1:30 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 12h45 | 2:15 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS35 · AS291 | 1:30 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 16h22 | 5:52 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA648 | 1:40 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 6h30 | 8:10 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA446 · UA1799 | 1:57 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 8h28 | 10:25 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA716 · UA1812 | 2:00 PM LaGuardia Airport | 8h32 | 10:32 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4177 · UA1434 | 2:10 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 8h12 | 10:22 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1310 · UA1097 | 2:15 PM LaGuardia Airport | 8h20 | 10:35 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
B6115 | 2:30 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 6h26 | 8:56 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA1343 | 3:20 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 6h32 | 9:52 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AS23 · AS688 | 3:30 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 11h41 | 3:11 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS23 · AS383 | 3:30 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 13h57 | 5:27 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS208 · AS3497 | 3:30 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 9h51 | 1:21 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1875 · UA1577 | 3:32 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 8h40 | 12:12 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1864 · UA2047 | 3:55 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 8h43 | 12:38 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2200 · UA2633 | 4:25 PM LaGuardia Airport | 8h21 | 12:46 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1210 · UA453 | 4:36 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 8h12 | 12:48 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS227 | 5:00 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 6h43 | 11:43 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA2053 · UA511 | 5:00 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 8h38 | 1:38 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1227 | 5:15 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 6h11 | 11:26 PM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
B61515 | 5:30 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 6h30 | 12:00 AM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA2191 · UA2681 | 6:15 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 8h59 | 3:14 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2030 · UA1341 | 6:20 PM LaGuardia Airport | 9h03 | 3:23 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1168 · UA2251 | 6:24 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 8h13 | 2:37 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2328 | 6:30 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 6h18 | 12:48 AM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA4045 · UA1757 | 6:49 PM LaGuardia Airport | 9h01 | 3:50 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1992 · UA1757 | 7:07 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 8h43 | 3:50 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1910 · UA1389 | 7:18 PM LaGuardia Airport | 8h49 | 4:07 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
B6615 | 7:30 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 6h35 | 2:05 AM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AS280 · AS383 | 7:30 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 9h57 | 5:27 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS280 · AS674 | 7:30 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 22h01 | 5:31 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS280 · AS725 | 7:30 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 20h50 | 4:20 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS280 · AS655 | 7:30 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 25h31 | 9:01 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1692 · UA1389 | 7:40 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 8h27 | 4:07 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
B6605 · B6277 | 7:55 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 12h03 | 7:58 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
B61371 · B6277 | 8:00 PM LaGuardia Airport | 11h58 | 7:58 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2004 | 8:00 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 6h18 | 2:18 AM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA3443 · UA368 | 8:00 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 8h13 | 4:13 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1848 · UA2416 | 8:03 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 8h42 | 4:45 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2454 · UA2142 | 8:13 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 8h34 | 4:47 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2387 · UA1267 | 8:15 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 8h20 | 4:35 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS114 | 8:26 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 6h44 | 3:10 AM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AS31 · AS725 | 8:29 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 19h51 | 4:20 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS31 · AS674 | 8:29 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 21h02 | 5:31 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3503 · UA1687 | 8:30 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 7h50 | 4:20 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS573 · AS291 | 8:30 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 9h22 | 5:52 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS573 · AS3463 | 8:30 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 20h03 | 4:33 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS25 · AS3463 | 8:40 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 19h53 | 4:33 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS25 · AS291 | 8:40 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 9h12 | 5:52 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS357 · AS725 | 9:00 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 19h20 | 4:20 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA15 | 9:00 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 6h47 | 3:47 AM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AS357 · AS655 | 9:00 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 24h01 | 9:01 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1340 | 9:00 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 6h34 | 3:34 AM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AS357 · AS674 | 9:00 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 20h31 | 5:31 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS19 · AS128 | 9:28 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 22h19 | 7:47 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS19 · AS526 | 9:28 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 18h35 | 4:03 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2641 · UA2056 | 9:30 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 8h19 | 5:49 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
B6815 | 9:30 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 6h40 | 4:10 AM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AS290 · AS128 | 9:38 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 22h09 | 7:47 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS290 · AS526 | 9:38 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 18h25 | 4:03 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1810 · UA1609 | 9:43 PM LaGuardia Airport | 9h16 | 6:59 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1844 | 10:00 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 6h24 | 4:24 AM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AS17 · AS725 | 10:43 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 17h37 | 4:20 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS17 · AS655 | 10:43 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 22h18 | 9:01 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS17 · AS674 | 10:43 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 18h48 | 5:31 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
B62615 | 11:00 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 6h47 | 5:47 AM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA4048 · UA367 | 11:25 PM LaGuardia Airport | 8h52 | 8:17 AM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS287 · AS1339 | 11:29 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 17h48 | 5:17 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS287 · AS381 | 11:29 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 15h01 | 2:30 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS287 · AS1361 | 11:29 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 19h01 | 6:30 PM San Francisco International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA177 | 11:58 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 6h52 | 6:50 AM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, April 2 | |||||
AS41 | 12:06 AM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 6h49 | 6:55 AM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA1558 | 12:15 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 6h37 | 6:52 AM San Francisco International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: New York, NY to San Francisco, CA Flight
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- Fleet Week, a maritime celebration featuring the Blue Angels and naval ship tours
- Outside Lands, a major music festival showcasing top artists and local food
- Chinese New Year Parade, the largest Lunar New Year celebration outside Asia with colorful floats and performances
- Hardly Strictly Bluegrass, a free music festival in Golden Gate Park featuring a diverse lineup of bluegrass and folk artists.
- Thanksgiving, mild weather and a festive atmosphere with family gatherings
- Christmas, beautiful decorations and holiday spirit throughout the city
- Memorial Day, the start of summer with outdoor activities and parades
- Labor Day, a long weekend perfect for enjoying the city's parks and beaches.
popular airports
Popular airports from New York, NY to San Francisco, CA
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in all terminals, including Duty-Free and Hudson News.
- Parking available at all terminals, approximately 3.8€ ($4) per 30 minutes.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available in most terminals, including Delta Sky Club and American Airlines Admirals Club.
- Located in Terminal 4, open daily.
- Bus: Q3, Q6, Q7, Q10, B15
- Metro: A, E
- Train: Long Island Rail Road (LIRR)
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in all terminals, including Duty-Free and Hudson News.
- Parking available in multiple lots, approximately 4.7€ ($5) per hour.
- Restaurants in all terminals, including fast food and sit-down options like Shake Shack and La Chula.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available throughout the airport.
- Hotels nearby, including LaGuardia Plaza Hotel and Aloft New York LaGuardia Airport.
- Lounges available, including American Airlines Admirals Club and Delta Sky Club.
- Lost and Found located in terminal B; open daily.
- Car rental services available in terminal A, including Hertz and Avis.
- Bus Q70-SBS, LaGuardia Link, 8 miles
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops are located in all terminals, including DFS Duty-Free and Burberry.
- Parking available in the Domestic and International Garages, approximately 1.9€ ($2) per 15 minutes.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, toilets.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the United Club and Delta Sky Club.
- Located in the main hall of the Domestic Terminal.
- Buses: SamTrans 292, 397, 398, KX
- Metro: BART Yellow Line
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