Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to New York are Alaska Airlines and Southwest. With an average price for the route of $411 and an overall rating of 7.9, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Southwest is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $359 and an overall rating of 7.9.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Nonstop flights from San Francisco generally make it to New York in 5h 19m. The flying distance between the two cities is 2,566 miles.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 27 and 33 nonstop flights that take off from San Francisco and land in New York, with an average flight time of 5h 42m. The most common departure time is 7:00 am and most flights take off in the morning, while the most flights land at New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. Each week, there are 223 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 San Francisco and New York per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 27 and 33 nonstop flights that take off from San Francisco and land in New York, with an average flight time of 5h 42m. The most common departure time is 7:00 am and most flights take off in the morning, while the most flights land at New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. Each week, there are 223 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 San Francisco to New York?

Accepted Answer

In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to New York was $166 for a one-way ticket and $316 for a round-trip.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

San Francisco and New York are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are United Airlines (83 flights per week), Delta (45 flights per week), and JetBlue (40 flights per week).

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

San Francisco and New York are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are United Airlines (83 flights per week), Delta (45 flights per week), and JetBlue (40 flights per week).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

If you are looking for a flight deal from San Francisco to New York, look for departures on Fridays and avoid leaving on a Sunday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from New York, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

If you are looking for a flight deal from San Francisco to New York, look for departures on Fridays and avoid leaving on a Sunday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from New York, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from San Francisco at 6:00 am and will be landing in New York at 2:38 pm.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from San Francisco to New York jets off at 11:59 pm and lands at 8:43 am.

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

There are 6 airlines that fly nonstop from San Francisco to New York. 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 JetBlue at $136 for a round-trip flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Hawaiian Airlines.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

There are 6 airlines that fly nonstop from San Francisco to New York. 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 JetBlue at $136 for a round-trip flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Hawaiian Airlines.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 19

What is the most cost-effective way to get from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Manhattan?

Accepted Answer

The combination of the AirTrain and the NYC subway system is the most cost-effective way to make the trip. The AirTrain will cost a few dollars, and the journey on the subway will cost even less. However, be forewarned that this may be a challenging journey if you have several bags to carry.

Question 20

If money is no object, what is the most luxurious way to travel from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Manhattan?

Accepted Answer

If you’re really looking to splurge, US Helicopter flies to and from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) from three locations in Manhattan: the Wall Street Heliport, E. 34th Street and W. 30th Street. The cost for this service is $159 per person, but please note that you will be limited to one checked bag and one carry-on bag per passenger.

Question 21

Are there hotels at the airports in New York?

Accepted Answer

Several airports in New York are within easy reach of hotels, making it convenient for travelers with late arrivals to spend a night there. If you're one such traveler arriving via EWR, consider booking a room at Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott or Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown.

Question 22

Are there lactating rooms at the airports in New York?

Accepted Answer

Families arriving with babies at LaGuardia Airport (LGA) will find Mamava Pods for breastfeeding and pumping in privacy. These pods are located in Terminals A, B, C and D. In Terminal C, you can find them at the top of the exit stairs, close to the entrance to gates 28–42.

Question 23

What is the best way to get to downtown New York from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)?

Accepted Answer

The city center of New York and JFK are about 17 miles apart, and you can commute between the two destinations using various options. For those heading to Manhattan on a budget, consider taking the subway, which will get you there in about an hour. If you want to get there quickly, a taxi is handy, covering the journey in approximately 35 minutes.

Question 24

Which is the best arrival airport if I want to visit the Statue of Liberty?

Accepted Answer

Two of New York’s international airports, JFK and EWR, have direct train and subway connections to the iconic Statue of Liberty. However, EWR is the better arrival option as it is situated about 7 miles from the statue, compared to JFK, which is around 14 miles away.

Question 25

Can I take an Uber from downtown to San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

Accepted Answer

In general, a ride on Uber won’t cost you too much, but traffic conditions can affect the price. You can meet your driver on Level 5 of the domestic terminal garage or curbside on the departures level of the international terminal.

Question 26

What is the most convenient way to get from New York LaGuardia to Manhattan?

Accepted Answer

By far the most convenient option is to take a taxi or ride-hailing service, such as Uber or Lyft, especially if you have a lot of luggage or are traveling in a large party. Your driver will be waiting for you at baggage claim and will happily transport your party and all the luggage to the car. Depending on traffic, this option usually takes around 30–45 minutes and costs between $40 and $60. Another alternative is to take a shuttle bus, such as the NYC Airporter or SuperShuttle.

Question 27

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to New York is March, where tickets cost $355 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $598 and $499 respectively.

Question 28

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to New York is March, where tickets cost $355 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $598 and $499 respectively.

Question 29

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

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 San Francisco to New York.

Question 30

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 31

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

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 New York with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline.

Question 32

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

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

Question 33

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

Accepted Answer

Flights via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $147.

Question 34

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

Accepted Answer

Atlanta (ATL) is the top choice – 24% of KAYAK users who clicked on 1-stop flights from San Francisco to New York picked an itinerary connecting there.

Question 35

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

Accepted Answer

If you prefer a quick connection, Detroit (DTW) often has the shortest layovers from San Francisco to New York, with an average of 0h 46m.

Question 36

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

Accepted Answer

Consider flying via Detroit (DTW) for the shortest journey. The average one-way travel time for flights connecting there is 6h 55m.

Question 37

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

Accepted Answer

Weekly flights between San Francisco and New York historically see delays in approximately 13% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 180 minutes.

Question 38

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 39

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

Accepted Answer

Statistically, Saturday 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 40

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 41

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

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 42

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

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

Accepted Answer

In the past 5 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from San Francisco to New York were found on Frontier ($317) and Alaska Airlines ($318).

Question 44

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

Accepted Answer

In the past 5 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from San Francisco to New York were found on Frontier ($317) and Alaska Airlines ($318).

Question 45

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest return flight from San Francisco to New York costs $275 on the route between San Francisco (SFO) and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 12% cheaper than other San Francisco-New York routes. It is also the most popular route.

Question 46

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest return flight from San Francisco to New York costs $275 on the route between San Francisco (SFO) and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 12% cheaper than other San Francisco-New York routes. It is also the most popular route.

Question 47

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to New York, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 35% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

Question 48

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to New York, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 35% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

Question 49

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

Accepted Answer

No, with an average price for the route of $505, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

Question 50

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

Accepted Answer

No, with an average price for the route of $505, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

Question 51

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

Accepted Answer

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.Flights to New York from San Francisco usually cost between $338 and $569 in August.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $316 on Multiple Airlines (Aug 31-Sep 6).

Question 52

What are the most popular airlines flying to New York?

Accepted Answer

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

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