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Cheapest round-trip
$324
Typical prices: $297-$476
Alaska Airlines
Sat 9/5Sat 9/12
JFK - SFO • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$188
Typical prices: $171-$431
Frontier
Thu 9/10
JFK - SFO • 2 stops
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Cheap Flights from John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco (JFK-SFO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco

Sat, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 12
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4:29 pm - 7:45 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SFO San Francisco
6h 16mnonstop
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10:33 pm - 7:19 amSFO  San Francisco-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 46mnonstop
$324Alaska Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Fri, Oct 2
Frontier Logo
1:00 pm - 7:48 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SFO San Francisco
9h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:05 pm - 11:50 amSFO  San Francisco-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
10h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$324Frontier
Thu, Sep 3 - Fri, Sep 11
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7:00 am - 10:15 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SFO San Francisco
6h 15mnonstop
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10:05 pm - 11:50 amSFO  San Francisco-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
10h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$324Frontier
Thu, Sep 10 - Sat, Sep 19
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7:20 am - 10:38 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SFO San Francisco
6h 18mnonstop
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6:00 am - 2:35 pmSFO  San Francisco-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 35mnonstop
$325JetBlue
Sat, Oct 24 - Fri, Nov 6
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8:00 am - 7:42 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SFO San Francisco
14h 42m1 stop Los Angeles
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9:00 pm - 5:24 amSFO  San Francisco-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 24mnonstop
$325JetBlue
Tue, Sep 15 - Fri, Sep 25
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1:00 pm - 8:08 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SFO San Francisco
10h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:27 am - 10:59 pmSFO  San Francisco-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
10h 32m1 stop San Diego
$325Multiple Airlines
Fri, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 21
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6:29 pm - 12:56 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SFO San Francisco
9h 27m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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10:05 pm - 11:50 amSFO  San Francisco-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
10h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$325Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19
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9:55 am - 4:37 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SFO San Francisco
9h 42m1 stop Portland
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7:23 am - 7:27 pmSFO  San Francisco-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
9h 04m1 stop Portland
$325Alaska Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Fri, Sep 11
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2:45 pm - 6:14 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SFO San Francisco
6h 29mnonstop
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10:35 pm - 6:59 amSFO  San Francisco-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 24mnonstop
$337Delta
Thu, Jan 7 - Fri, Jan 15
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5:15 pm - 8:58 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SFO San Francisco
6h 43mnonstop
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4:00 pm - 12:38 amSFO  San Francisco-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 38mnonstop
$337Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to San Francisco from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport usually cost between $389 and $667 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $324 on Frontier (Sep 3-Sep 11).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York John F Kennedy Airport to San Francisco?

The average price of all round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from New York John F Kennedy Airport to San Francisco, you should consider leaving on a Thursday and avoid Sundays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to New York John F Kennedy Airport, you’ll find the best rates on Fridays and the most expensive ones on Sundays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco is January, where tickets cost $308 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $539 and $526 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $552, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 40% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Harriet Baskas

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Expert on JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and JFK

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$188
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 29% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 8% increase in price.
Flight from New York John F Kennedy Airport to San Francisco

When to book flights from John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco 
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jun 2026
Expect to leave for JFK 3 hrs prior to flight if traveling by car from Upper West Side. You will want to arrive 1.5 H prior to departure
BeverlyFlew with JetBlue-Dec 2025
Wear support socks which helps when you sit for a long time.
LuisFlew with Delta-Mar 2025
It’s a long flight, come prepared to either watch movies, read or sleep.
JulieFlew with Alaska Airlines-Oct 2024
Leave early. JFK can be messy. I couldn’t find healthy food choices so eat before you arrive.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jun 2024
SFO is one of the most convenient and pleasant airports. When flying Alaska Air make sure to bring your food and a larger water bottle that usual (you get only two drink services (one small cup each) for a 6 hour flight.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-May 2024
The airport food was limited and expensive. Best to bring a sandwich from outside…

FAQs for booking New York John F Kennedy Airport to San Francisco flights

  • Where can I eat at the John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)?

    There is a food court in Terminal 1 with a McDonald's, a pizzeria, and a Chinese restaurant. In Terminal 5, there is a food hall with a Caribbean restaurant, a burger joint, and a cheesesteak eatery. There are also food courts in Terminal 7 and Terminal 8. Near these terminals, you can grab a quick bite at the donut shop or a meal at a sit-down steakhouse.

  • How can I get from the San Francisco Airport (SFO) into the heart of the city?

    Once you've collected your bags in baggage claim, follow the signs to the ground transportation area. At this airport level, you can catch BART, a rail system that goes from the airport to both downtown San Francisco and downtown Oakland. You can also access a commuter rail and public bus that goes into the city.

  • Where is passenger drop-off at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)?

    Because of heavy traffic, passengers cannot be dropped off at the terminal (unless you are disabled). Instead, passengers should be dropped off in the Kiss & Fly parking lot at the JFK AirTrain Boulevard Station. Once you have your bags and say goodbye, simply hop on the AirTrain to get to your departing gate.

  • Is there a bank or an ATM at JFK and/or San Francisco Airports?

    There are several ATMs around JFK. This includes Terminal 1 (close to the food court), 2, 4 (in the retail hall), 5, and 7 (by the food court). At the San Francisco Airport, there are ATMs in Terminal 3 near the baggage claim area.

  • What is the cheapest flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco was $188 for a one-way ticket and $324 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between New York John F Kennedy Airport and San Francisco?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from New York John F Kennedy Airport to San Francisco. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from New York John F Kennedy Airport to San Francisco?

    JetBlue, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the New York John F Kennedy Airport to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York John F Kennedy Airport to San Francisco?

    The Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New York John F Kennedy Airport to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to San Francisco?

    Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between New York John F Kennedy Airport and San Francisco, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from New York John F Kennedy Airport to San Francisco?

    There are nonstop flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to San Francisco on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from New York to San Francisco, Alaska Airlines or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New York to San Francisco are Alaska Airlines and Delta. With an average price for the route of $471 and an overall rating of 7.9, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $477 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to San Francisco?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to San Francisco.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York John F Kennedy Airport to San Francisco?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from New York John F Kennedy Airport is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to San Francisco?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to New York John F Kennedy Airport with another airline. Booking your flights between New York John F Kennedy Airport and SFO can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Airport to San Francisco?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from New York John F Kennedy Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $298 or less one-way and $445 or less round-trip.
  • If you have a red-eye flight going from New York JFK to San Francisco International Airport (SFO), you should consider booking a room at the TWA Hotel at JFK Airport. This is a fun airport with lots of amenities including a rooftop pool, a restaurant, bar, fitness center, and roller rink. For convenience, you can get dropped off at the hotel, stay the night, and catch the AirTrain in the morning for an easy departure.
  • Most flights are nonstop between JFK and SFO. If you have to transfer planes, it will likely be in San Diego, Los Angeles, Fort Lauderdale, Dallas, or Miami. These layovers are as short as 30min and as long as about 3h.
  • Both JFK and SFO have AirTrain systems. These people mover systems take passengers all around the airport. They stop at all the terminals, parking lots, rental car centers, garages, and ground transportation areas. You can catch these people movers every few minutes.
  • There are a variety of amenities and things to do at the San Francisco International Airport (SFO). In Terminal 3 and throughout the airport, there are museum displays that include science, culture, history, and art exhibits. There is also a yoga room for relaxation and an observation deck where you can watch planes.
  • Luggage carts are available for rent at the JFK Airport. If you need one, the cart concessions are in the pre-security check area. At the San Francisco Airport, you can also rent a trolley cart. Look for them by baggage claim or close to the terminals.

Prefer to fly direct from New York John F Kennedy Airport to San Francisco?

 
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New York John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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