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Cheapest round-trip
$348
Typical prices: $302-$452
Frontier
Sat 11/10Mon 11/12
SFO - LGA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$197
Typical prices: $168-$314
Frontier
Tue 2/27
SFO - LGA • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and New York LaGuardia Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 46% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 25% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Lambert-St Louis (STL)
Cheapest • Avg $299 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 7h 35m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to LaGuardia (SFO-LGA)

 

Cheap flights from San Francisco to LaGuardia with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Tue, Nov 10 - Thu, Nov 12
Frontier Logo
3:05 pm - 8:34 amSFO  San Francisco-LGA New York LaGuardia
14h 29m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:29 am - 8:40 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SFO San Francisco
14h 11m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$348Frontier
Tue, Nov 17 - Sat, Nov 21
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10:20 pm - 4:01 pmSFO  San Francisco-LGA New York LaGuardia
14h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:55 pm - 9:01 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-SFO San Francisco
15h 06m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$349Frontier
Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Dec 15
Southwest Logo
8:20 am - 10:10 pmSFO  San Francisco-LGA New York LaGuardia
10h 50m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago Midway
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6:40 am - 2:55 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SFO San Francisco
11h 15m2 stops Chicago Midway Los Angeles
$350Southwest
Fri, Feb 19 - Thu, Feb 25
Southwest Logo
8:10 am - 10:55 pmSFO  San Francisco-LGA New York LaGuardia
11h 45m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Dallas Love Field
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10:30 am - 9:10 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SFO San Francisco
13h 40m2 stops Dallas Love Field Los Angeles
$350Southwest
Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 27
JetBlue Logo
10:40 am - 11:14 pmSFO  San Francisco-LGA New York LaGuardia
9h 34m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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12:29 pm - 10:34 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SFO San Francisco
13h 05m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$361JetBlue
Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 10
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11:25 pm - 1:34 pmSFO  San Francisco-LGA New York LaGuardia
11h 09m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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9:29 am - 6:10 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SFO San Francisco
11h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$361Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 10
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11:25 pm - 1:34 pmSFO  San Francisco-LGA New York LaGuardia
11h 09m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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9:29 am - 6:10 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SFO San Francisco
11h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$361Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 27
JetBlue Logo
10:40 am - 11:14 pmSFO  San Francisco-LGA New York LaGuardia
9h 34m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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12:29 pm - 10:34 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SFO San Francisco
13h 05m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$369JetBlue
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
American Airlines Logo
7:40 am - 7:00 pmSFO  San Francisco-LGA New York LaGuardia
8h 20m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:50 am - 12:53 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SFO San Francisco
9h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$397American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
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6:11 am - 5:00 pmSFO  San Francisco-LGA New York LaGuardia
7h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 pm - 12:07 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-SFO San Francisco
9h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$397American Airlines

Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to New York LaGuardia Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to New York LaGuardia Airport typically range from $302 to $452. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $348, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to New York LaGuardia Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to New York LaGuardia Airport. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to New York LaGuardia Airport?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to New York LaGuardia Airport at $276 round-trip.
•June ($438) and October ($397) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 58% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from San Francisco to New York LaGuardia Airport the cheapest?

Flights from San Francisco to New York LaGuardia Airport are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 46% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for San Francisco to New York LaGuardia Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$197
Beat the crowds with an average 46% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 19% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Francisco to New York LaGuardia Airport

When to book flights from San Francisco to LaGuardia

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Your San Francisco to New York LaGuardia Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to New York LaGuardia Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from San Francisco to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    A nonstop flight from San Francisco to New York LaGuardia Airport takes 00m, covering 2,571 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to New York LaGuardia Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to New York LaGuardia Airport range from $302 to $452, with an average of $366 over the past 12 months. Anything below $302 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute San Francisco to New York LaGuardia Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 21% above the $366 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from San Francisco to New York LaGuardia Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $348 to $1,840. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from San Francisco to New York LaGuardia Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Francisco to New York LaGuardia Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $198, which is 14% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)?

    New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $16 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Avis
    • Dollar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    Flights from San Francisco to New York LaGuardia Airport usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at New York LaGuardia (LGA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to New York LaGuardia Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from San Francisco to New York LaGuardia Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from San Francisco to New York LaGuardia Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $342 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $397, a difference of $55.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 35m, compared with 8h 10m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 8h 23m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

  • What is the time difference between San Francisco and New York LaGuardia Airport?

    New York LaGuardia Airport is 3 hours ahead of San Francisco (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in New York LaGuardia Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in New York LaGuardia Airport are Times Square, New York City Center and Madison Square Garden. These are among the most viewed places in New York LaGuardia Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which is the best way to get to downtown New York from LGA?

    New York lies about 9.6 miles from LaGuardia Airport. Several transportation options connect the two destinations, with the M60 and Q70 SBS buses offering the cheapest travel from all terminals at LGA and stopping on 125th street in Manhattan. The journey lasts about 1h 12min. Still, you can take a taxi if you’re keen to get their in under 38min.

  • Are there car rentals at LaGuardia Airport (LGA)?

    The many car hire agencies at LGA make it possible for arriving passengers to leap into adventure immediately after they land at LGA from SFO. For instance, Avis runs its desk in terminal B, on the upper level. To access it, exit the terminal and proceed to Rental Car Bus Stop area.

  • Which Airline allows pets in the cabin from SFO to LGA?

    Delta Air Lines allows passengers to bring their furry family members like cats and dogs into the cabin when traveling from SFO to LGA. Remember to bring their relevant health certificates and lock them in their cages throughout the trip to restrain them from disturbing other passengers.

  • Are there hotels near LaGuardia Airport?

    If you’re scheduled to arrive late at LaGuardia Airport from San Francisco International Airport (SFO), consider booking a room at one of the hotels that sit close to this property. Fairfield Inn By Marriott New York Laguardia Airport/Astoria is one such hotel, and you’re sure to enjoy free shuttles to and from the airport.

Your guide to booking San Francisco to New York LaGuardia Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $342, about $55 less than Sunday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 46% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to New York LaGuardia Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $276 round-trip in that month - typically $162 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) features numerous lounges run by various airlines such as the Delta Sky Club and American Airlines Admirals Club. In case you’ll be traveling aboard United Airlines, you’ll use Terminal 3. Members of the Admirals Club, as well as holders of registered cards, should locate it in Concourse F. Priority clearance at the security desk await.
  • There are four terminals at the San Francisco International Airport (SFO). All domestic flights use the three smaller terminals, while the main International Terminal is separated from other terminals and serves international flights. A regular AirTrain runs every 5-15 min between the terminals. Still, the distance is walkable.
  • Travelers with excess bags can conveniently leave them behind at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). You can find luggage lockers in the Departures Hall of the International Terminal at your disposal. The maximum allowable storage period is 90 days. Nevertheless, always check with management for any changes.
  • If you want to drop off your car at SFO before leaving for LaGuardia Airport (LGA), you’ll have numerous lots at your disposal. Both short-term and long-term garages sit north of the terminals, and you can access them via a regular AirTrain Blue Line. The service runs at a 5-15 min interval.
  • Families using SFO will be glad to note that the establishment provides lactating and nursing rooms for mothers and their little ones to enjoy. It features about six Mamava pods located in the main International Terminal, and about 13 other suites in terminals 1, 2, and 3. The facilities are equipped with chairs and sinks for moms to breastfeed comfortably.

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