Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New York to San Francisco are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $361 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $456 and an overall rating of 7.9.

Question 2

How long does a flight from New York to San Francisco take?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight to San Francisco will take on average 3h 18m to travel the 2,566 miles flying distance from New York.

Question 3

How many flights are there between New York and San Francisco per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 25 and 33 nonstop flights that take off from New York and land in San Francisco, with an average flight time of 6h 22m. The most common departure time is 6:00 pm and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 220 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday.

Question 4

How many flights are there between New York and San Francisco per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 25 and 33 nonstop flights that take off from New York and land in San Francisco, with an average flight time of 6h 22m. The most common departure time is 6:00 pm and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 220 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday.

Question 5

What is the cheapest flight from New York to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to San Francisco was $158 for a one-way ticket and $319 for a round-trip.

Question 6

Do I need a passport to fly between New York and San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

No

Question 7

Which airlines fly most frequently between New York and San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

New York and San Francisco are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are United Airlines (81 flights per week), Delta (44 flights per week), and JetBlue (40 flights per week).

Question 8

Which airlines fly most frequently between New York and San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

New York and San Francisco are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are United Airlines (81 flights per week), Delta (44 flights per week), and JetBlue (40 flights per week).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

When flying from New York 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, you’ll find the best rates on Fridays and the most expensive ones on Sundays.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

When flying from New York 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, you’ll find the best rates on Fridays and the most expensive ones on Sundays.

Question 11

Which airports will I be using when flying from New York to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

When flying out of New York you will be using one of these airports: Newark, New York John F Kennedy Intl, or New York LaGuardia. You will be landing at San Francisco.

Question 12

What’s the earliest departure time from New York to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from New York at 6:00 am and will be landing in San Francisco at 9:23 am.

Question 13

What’s the latest departure time from New York to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from New York to San Francisco jets off at 9:30 pm and lands at 12:59 am.

Question 14

Which airlines fly non-stop between New York and San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

There are 6 airlines that fly nonstop from New York to San Francisco. They are: Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue and United Airlines. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Alaska Airlines at $110 for a round-trip flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Hawaiian Airlines.

Question 15

Which airlines fly non-stop between New York and San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

There are 6 airlines that fly nonstop from New York to San Francisco. They are: Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue and United Airlines. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Alaska Airlines at $110 for a round-trip flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Hawaiian Airlines.

Question 16

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from New York to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 17

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 18

Which airline alliances offer flights from New York to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 19

On which days can I fly direct from New York to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

There are nonstop flights from New York to San Francisco on a daily basis.

Question 20

What is the absolute fastest way to get from Manhattan to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)?

Accepted Answer

Gotham Air offers helicopter service from Manhattan to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York for only $99 per person for first-time users. They even serve hors d’oeuvres created by Chef Thomas Keller’s Bouchon Bakery and drinks on afternoon flights for the 6-minute trip.

Question 21

Is there parking at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)?

Accepted Answer

JFK offers daily parking at various levels. You'll find Green, Orange and Red Parking Garages near Terminals 1, 2, 7 and 8. Various payment methods are available for parking in each lot. Consider making an early online booking to enjoy special rates.

Question 22

Are there car rentals at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)?

Accepted Answer

Those who have just arrived and are looking to rent a car at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) should head to McDonnell Road via the AirTrain Blue Line. It's a free service that operates daily, including weekends, and travels through the airport's main terminals and parking garages before stopping at the rental car center facility. Making early bookings may be helpful to avoid last-minute hassle.

Question 23

Are there any services for passengers with limited mobility at SFO upon their arrival?

Accepted Answer

Commuters with disabilities and limited mobility receive the necessary assistance upon their arrival at SFO from New York. However, you will need to call your airline at least 72 hours prior to your departure to ensure everything you need is ready. There is dedicated staff to assist disabled passengers during the check-in process and when boarding the plane.

Question 24

How do I get from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to the Golden Gate Bridge?

Accepted Answer

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and the Golden Gate Bridge are approximately 18 miles apart. Various transportation options serve these two destinations. However, the most efficient way to reach this landmark is via the BART and line 28 bus, with a travel time of around 1 hour. Alternatively, a taxi is convenient for travelers who value comfort and privacy, with a shorter travel time of about 22 minutes.

Question 25

Is public transportation available from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to the city?

Accepted Answer

BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) operates 3 to 4 trains per hour from all terminals at San Francisco Airport, and the trip to downtown San Francisco takes about 30 minutes. The fare for the trip is around $10.

Question 26

Can I get a Lyft from San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can. Upon landing and collecting any bags, open the app to request your ride, noting your designated pick-up zone for your terminal. The cost of the trip will be between $30 and $40.

Question 27

What is the fastest way for me to get to Newark airport for my flight from New York to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

AirTrain is a convenient way to travel to and from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). The AirTrain system connects with all major bus and rail lines, making it easy to access Newark Airport from almost anywhere in the New York and New Jersey areas.

Question 28

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from New York to San Francisco is January, where tickets cost $327 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $574 and $535 respectively.

Question 29

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from New York to San Francisco is January, where tickets cost $327 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $574 and $535 respectively.

Question 30

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

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 to San Francisco.

Question 31

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 32

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New York to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

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 with another airline.

Question 33

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

Accepted Answer

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 up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Question 34

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from New York to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Orlando (MCO) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $225.

Question 35

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from New York to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Atlanta (ATL) is the top choice – 26% of KAYAK users who clicked on 1-stop flights from New York to San Francisco picked an itinerary connecting there.

Question 36

Which layover airport has the quickest connection when flying from New York to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer a quick connection, Los Angeles (LAX) often has the shortest layovers from New York to San Francisco, with an average of 0h 49m.

Question 37

Which layover airport offers the shortest total travel time from New York to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Consider flying via Detroit (DTW) for the shortest journey. The average one-way travel time for flights connecting there is 7h 51m.

Question 38

How often are flights from New York to San Francisco delayed?

Accepted Answer

Weekly flights between New York and San Francisco historically see delays in approximately 20% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 182 minutes.

Question 39

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to San Francisco flights?

Accepted Answer

Based on our data, American Airlines have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 17% of their flights encountering any delays.

Question 40

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Statistically, Tuesday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Sunday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Question 41

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to San Francisco flights?

Accepted Answer

Typically, flights leaving in the morning tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights in the evening have historically encountered delays more often.

Question 42

Which cabin class options are there for flights between New York and San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 cabin class options for the route. These are First, Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 43

Which cabin class options are there for flights between New York and San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 cabin class options for the route. These are First, Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 44

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from New York to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

In the past 5 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from New York to San Francisco were found on Frontier ($319) and JetBlue ($330).

Question 45

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from New York to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

In the past 5 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from New York to San Francisco were found on Frontier ($319) and JetBlue ($330).

Question 46

What is the cheapest New York to San Francisco flight route?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest return flight from New York to San Francisco costs $267 on the route between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and San Francisco (SFO). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 64% cheaper than other New York-San Francisco routes. It is also the most popular route.

Question 47

What is the cheapest New York to San Francisco flight route?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest return flight from New York to San Francisco costs $267 on the route between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and San Francisco (SFO). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 64% cheaper than other New York-San Francisco routes. It is also the most popular route.

Question 48

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from New York 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 12 weeks before departure.

Question 49

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from New York 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 12 weeks before departure.

Question 50

Can I save money by flying with a layover from New York to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $551 on average.

Question 51

Can I save money by flying with a layover from New York to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $551 on average.

Question 52

How much is a round-trip flight from New York to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.Flights to San Francisco from New York usually cost between $347 and $607 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $319 on Multiple Airlines (Sep 5-Sep 10).

Question 53

What are the most popular airlines flying to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

The most popular airline among KAYAK users flying to San Francisco is United Airlines, followed by Alaska Airlines and JetBlue.

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