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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to New York

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
New York
New York1 stop$326
Buffalo
Buffalo1 stop$294
Syracuse
Syracuse1 stop$424
Albany
Albany1 stop$369
Rochester
Rochester1 stop$259
Ithaca
Ithaca2 stops$334
Elmira
Elmira1 stop$334
Plattsburgh
Plattsburgh2 stops$786
Binghamton
Binghamton2 stops$330
Saranac Lake
Saranac Lake1 stop$1,108
Massena
Massena2 stops$641
Islip
Islip2 stops$477
New York
New York1 stop$326
Buffalo
Buffalo1 stop$294
Syracuse
Syracuse1 stop$424
Albany
Albany1 stop$369
Rochester
Rochester1 stop$259
Ithaca
Ithaca2 stops$334
Elmira
Elmira1 stop$334
Plattsburgh
Plattsburgh2 stops$786
Binghamton
Binghamton2 stops$330
Saranac Lake
Saranac Lake1 stop$1,108
Massena
Massena2 stops$641
Islip
Islip2 stops$477

Book Cheap San Francisco to New York Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to New York 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to New York

Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Aug 26
Delta Logo
10:59 pm - 11:54 am
SFO
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ROC
9h 55m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:15 pm - 11:58 pm
ROC
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SFO
8h 43m
1 stop
$259Delta
Tue, Aug 18 - Sat, Aug 22
American Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 8:29 pm
SFO
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HPN
10h 59m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:26 am
HPN
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SFO
8h 26m
1 stop
$261American Airlines
Mon, Aug 3 - Wed, Aug 12
United Airlines Logo
11:30 pm - 9:37 am
SFO
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ROC
7h 07m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:52 pm - 12:30 am
ROC
-
SFO
9h 38m
1 stop
$291United Airlines
Sun, Aug 2 - Sat, Aug 8
Frontier Logo
10:10 pm - 1:53 pm
SFO
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BUF
12h 43m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
12:28 pm - 7:13 pm
BUF
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SFO
9h 45m
1 stop
$301Frontier
Wed, Jul 22 - Sat, Jul 25
Frontier Logo
11:00 pm - 10:29 am
SFO
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BUF
8h 29m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
12:28 pm - 7:18 pm
BUF
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SFO
9h 50m
1 stop
$302Frontier
Tue, Aug 25 - Wed, Aug 26
JetBlue Logo
6:00 am - 6:07 pm
SFO
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BUF
9h 07m
1 stop
JetBlue Logo
6:00 am - 1:33 pm
BUF
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SFO
10h 33m
1 stop
$306JetBlue
Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Oct 7
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:27 am - 10:59 pm
SFO
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JFK
10h 32m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:59 am - 4:46 pm
JFK
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SFO
9h 47m
1 stop
$328Alaska Airlines
Mon, Aug 10 - Thu, Aug 13
United Airlines Logo
11:30 pm - 10:17 am
SFO
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LGA
7h 47m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:12 am
LGA
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SFO
8h 12m
1 stop
$335United Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 21
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 11:25 pm
SFO
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EWR
11h 25m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 10:41 pm
EWR
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SFO
9h 06m
1 stop
$387Alaska Airlines
Thu, Aug 13 - Tue, Aug 18
JetBlue Logo
10:59 am - 11:57 pm
SFO
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EWR
9h 58m
1 stop
JetBlue Logo
2:25 pm - 9:49 am
EWR
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SFO
22h 24m
1 stop
$393JetBlue
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to New York flights

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

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Francisco to State of New York departing in August.

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

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest ticket to New York State from San Francisco found in the last 5 days was to New York, at $289 round-trip. The most popular route is from San Francisco (SFO) to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was $289.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to New York State?

The average price for all round-trip flights from San Francisco to New York State depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to New York State is generally at night, when round-trip flights cost $456 on average. Morning departures are around 8% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to New York State is generally in the morning, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $504.

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

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 $542, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to New York State, 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 San Francisco to New York State is January, when tickets cost $353 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $577 and $499 respectively.

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

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

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to New York State on a Friday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to fly from San Francisco to New York State. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Thursday and avoiding Sundays for the best deals.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to New York State, 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 San Francisco to New York State, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 36% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$129
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 20% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 10% increase in price.
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FAQs - booking New York State flights

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

    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 State.

  • 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 State?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from San Francisco to New York State 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 San Francisco to New York State?

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

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

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

Top tips for finding cheap flights to New York State

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found tickets from San Francisco to the following destinations at these prices or less: New York $266 one-way - $499 round-trip

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from San Francisco to New York

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco to New York State. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Francisco to New York? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 12581 reviews
8.1Boarding
7.0Entertainment
7.0Food
7.8Comfort
8.5Crew
Airline reviews

Poor. They should have given me a row with more room and instead they put me in a middle seat with two strangers next to me

4.0 OkayAnonymous, Dec 2025
SFO - JFK
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Poor. They should have given me a row with more room and instead they put me in a middle seat with two strangers next to me

On time boarding, take off and landing. Will fly again with Alaska Airlines.

Had to pay $8 for internet wasnt cool, no tv’s, had to use phone to watch movies, no food choices seemed available unless u ordered in advance maybe I'm wrong about that but seemed that way, no snacks were served. Seemed a very bare bones flight. But it was on time and safe so that was good

this flight had a 7 hour delay due to weather in NYC. It diverted to Pittsburgh for 2 hours then proceeded to NYC. Through it all the crew and flight attendants were terrific. They gave timely information, showed empathy , and were very professional.

Great, overall. Thicker seat cushion would be nice. My butt hurt the whole flight.

No complaints. Great service. A first class entry lane at boarding wouldn’t hurt.

Awful . Extra charge on my bags even after it was confirmed it wasn’t overweight.

Crew was great. Helpful, friendly, sense of humor. 👍🏽 Seat was really uncomfortable -- too concave ( why make them like that???) but worst, This is the first flight I've ever been on in my life where the seat did not have the option to recline!!! Whaaaat??? I was so sleepy but never was able to get comfortable enough to actually sleep. I forget which model of a plane it was exactly, but it was a 737 of some type.

We had tried to change our seats in the app multiple times before check-in but the flight was seemingly full. When we boarded, there were several empty seats available that my husband and I were offered to take by one crew member only to be told by two others that those rows were reserved for the crew members’ bags.

The flight was delayed by more than two hours. A notification ahead of time would be most helpful.

Flight delayed four separate times. I’m now one hour hours late to landing.

The plane was an older model, so it wasn’t as comfortable as others. The flight attendants were not helpful during onboarding. It was a full flight so there was chaos finding space for baggage.

Awesome! On time flight, early arrival, and a complimentary upgrade!

Delta’s staff is unmatched. From the gate agents, to the pilots, to the flight attendants… all top of the industry.

Our flight from SFO to MSP was right on time on 11/15/2025. No delays. As we approached MSP at about 8 pm, we circled in the air until 8:40 pm so I don't call that efficient for MSP. I think the captain should announce the delay and why. (as if we all don't know that we are just circling around the area, slowing down, speeding up, slowing down.) Thank you. Marilyn Fischer

Excellent flight, the planes were newer, they did a nice job with boarding, great service overall.

Thank you for not flipping the plane on the run way. You guys get a 5 star rating for the flight!!!

Boarding is, as it always is… horrible. Gate lice. Slow moving zones. Too many people with carry ons

New boarding doesn't make sense. Filling front first is slow.

Do not get fooled by the term “Delta One” flat bed! The seats were super narrow. The ottoman for the feet was so narrow that when you recline the seat in flat bed position, you can only fit one foot in the 8” width space. There was only 1 flight attendant for First Class. The breakfast took 2 hours to get served. Instead of offering French Toast, the served bread pudding. The champagne with orange juice or Mimosa tasted terrible. Almost all the movies offered were ridiculously old. For a long flight from San Francisco to NY, it was frustrating! I DO NOT RECOMMEND this flight!!!

Lost one piece of luggage even though I checked in 2.5 hours before the flight

Horrifying Almost 2 million miles. Bring your own food and drink. One coffee or drink every three hours. Have to order meals on app more than 24 hours ahead Tiny and dirty bathrooms

My service dog and I were asked to deplane just before they closed the door - clearly very last minute they couldn’t find the documentation that I have filled out many many times before that is for flying service animals. I purposely purchase 3seats (a whole row) since he is large and not all passengers want to sit next to a dog on a cross country flight. The plane departed with my husband on it!!! They made me fill out a hard copy of the same form and had to reschedule me on a later flight where they could find 3 seats together!! I’ve done this so many times before - clearly the error was on their part in a technology glitch - but really people - do better!! Very traumatic - and my husband had to wait for us when he landed ….so bad. Poor pup was confused and tired.

No screens or meal options. Freezing cold. Dirty seats. Left late.

Outstanding service, efficient & friendly crew, flight was safe, comfortable & on time

It was a red-eye, but the flight felt surprisingly quick. The seats were very comfortable, and that made resting much easier. I also want to thank the gentleman seated next to me, who graciously moved so my mom could sit beside me. We slept almost the entire way. The cabin crew was respectful in not disturbing us, while also being courteous and professional throughout. Thank you, United.

Boarding was again a "free for all". We were boarding group 4, and almost the entire plane was able to board before us. It's a shame that someone who follows the rules, gets the short end of the stick. Not fair.

It was perfect! I've never flown with United before, but I definitely will in the future

They delayed the flight from 9:00 to 11:55 At 11:45 they canceled the flight. I paid a premium price for the tickets with poor service

Seats are uncomfortable. This has been a trend in the industry for decades. Trying to fit more seats on each plane to increase profits at the expense of the passenger.

Flight was delayed multiple times without giving any particular reason and the only thing that was communicated was that 'Aircraft is getting ready'. I was stuck at SFO airport for 15 hours and finally took Southwest Airlines flight back home to Dallas.

I was not clear if food was offered or not.

Agency very bad had to cancelled my booking too many changes in the flight changed my flight to 1 week

Take-off delayed an hour because of a missing flight officer, so,arrived in Charlotte lates causing many passengers to miss connections. Otherwise a very good flight, safe and comfortable, with an excellent professional crew.

The SFO Lounge crew were amazing. The bartender Faris was great. Thanks!

Not good. One of my luggage is missing. And until now they can’t find it

Dloght delayed by 2.5 hrs . Common theme in my last four american floghts

The chicken wrap was tiny ($13 for what looked like a 1/3 of a normal wrap?) and disgusting.

We flew in first class. The crew did not offer drinks before the flight took off, but they treated us well during the flight. The food was excellent. There was actually too much food served, but it was nice to have all the options.

Amazingly comfy flight - I had upgraded for a reasonable price and it was worth it. The food also was good.

Seats were great, the staff was great, and the food was about the best I've had on a plane, and is especially the best of any US-based carrier I've flown. Free Wi-Fi was also great.

It was good. I’m very disappointed that they don’t give commentary ear pods for the movie. I forgot mine at home

Rude crew member. She seemed annoyed at me without me saying a single word. Also loudly admonished me for having my bag next to my seat instead of tucked away before landing. Just telling me to put it away and guiding me without giving me a lecture would have been enough.

I don’t usually fly budget airlines or airlines in the United States. It was as good as any other airline. The seats are comfortable and the airline attendants are not rude & surly. Very nice flight (s).

Too many long delays with JetBlue. Worst major airline that serves JFK but unfortunately I keep going back because of the prices.

Little snafu at boarding. Staff communicated with gate poorly. Flight attendant was rude making disembark early. This was an older mint class. Needs an overhaul for sure. Food was good. The male flight attendant was really nice.

I really liked the way snacks and drinks were available throughout the flight!!! The flight attendants were also all fantastic!

Always like Jet Blue! It seems, however, that people are getting bigger & seats are getting smaller! We had a very full flight and I couldn't get an aisle seat like I always do. I wish there were more leg room. People sitting next to me were very nice though so it was fine to disturb them if I needed to use the restroom. Otherwise the flight was fine but a bit long.

None of the in flight Direct TV worked. A better selection of Shows would have been better. The baggage was s low. Otherwise we enjoyed our flight!

the staff was very helpful and the airline was very good.

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