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Cheapest round-trip
$377
Typical prices: $379-$631
Alaska Airlines
Mon 8/3Thu 8/13
SFO - EWR • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$382
Typical prices: $401-$651
United Airlines
Wed 8/12Sat 8/29
SFO - EWR • Non-stop
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United Economy Plus adds up to 6 inches more legroom on this long flight.
United Priority Boarding helps secure bin space; bring food for the route.
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Cheapest • Avg $324 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 55m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Newark (SFO-EWR)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Newark 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 Newark

Mon, Aug 3 - Thu, Aug 13
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:42 pm - 4:36 pm
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EWR
18h 54m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 12:39 pm
EWR
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SFO
9h 09m
1 stop
$377Alaska Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
American Airlines Logo
6:15 pm - 5:23 am
SFO
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EWR
8h 08m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:39 am - 12:20 pm
EWR
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SFO
8h 41m
1 stop
$378American Airlines
Mon, Aug 31 - Sun, Sep 6
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:59 am - 10:31 am
SFO
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EWR
20h 32m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:35 pm - 10:54 pm
EWR
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SFO
12h 19m
1 stop
$379Multiple Airlines
Fri, Aug 14 - Mon, Aug 24
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11:05 pm - 9:28 pm
SFO
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EWR
19h 23m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
5:55 am - 3:56 pm
EWR
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SFO
13h 01m
2 stops
$380Frontier
Sun, Sep 6 - Sat, Sep 12
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12:29 am - 12:31 pm
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EWR
9h 02m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
5:55 am - 6:20 pm
EWR
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15h 25m
1 stop
$381Frontier
Sat, Aug 15 - Thu, Aug 20
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12:54 am - 12:31 pm
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8h 37m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
10:29 pm - 3:56 pm
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20h 27m
2 stops
$382Frontier
Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 24
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 6:59 pm
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EWR
9h 19m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 12:27 pm
EWR
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SFO
8h 27m
1 stop
$383Alaska Airlines
Wed, Aug 12 - Mon, Aug 17
Frontier Logo
12:54 am - 12:31 pm
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EWR
8h 37m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
5:55 am - 8:10 pm
EWR
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SFO
17h 15m
2 stops
$384Frontier
Fri, Aug 21 - Sun, Aug 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:29 am - 12:31 pm
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9h 02m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 11:12 pm
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9h 37m
1 stop
$385Multiple Airlines
Sat, Aug 22 - Thu, Aug 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:29 am - 12:31 pm
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9h 02m
1 stop
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4:35 pm - 9:42 pm
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8h 07m
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$386Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Newark flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Newark 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 Newark Airport?

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 Newark Airport departing in August.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Newark Liberty Airport?

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

When flying from San Francisco to Newark Liberty Airport, you should consider leaving on a Friday and avoid Sundays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to San Francisco, you’ll find the best rates on Thursdays and the most expensive ones on Sundays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Newark Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Newark Airport, 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 Newark Airport is January, where tickets cost $365 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $688 and $604 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San Francisco to Newark Airport?

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 $468, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Newark Airport?

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 Newark Airport, 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 Newark Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 35% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from San Francisco to Newark

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

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Expert on United Airlines and EWR

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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Harriet Baskas

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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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Blane Bachelor

Expert on SFO

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Cheapest flight$189
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 20% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.
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Flights from San Francisco to Newark: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from San Francisco to Newark 
MFlew with Alaska Airlines
SFO
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EWR
Apr 2026
Newark terminal B is probably the worst in the country. Allow yourself plenty of time a patience
ElenaFlew with United Airlines
SFO
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EWR
Jun 2025
Construction in the terminal so allow for extra time in SFO. Very easy finding luggage and getting outside at Newark. Also, this time, took the Express Bus into Manhattan - $25 is a good price, though the bus arrived 20 minutes after the scheduled time.
MaryannFlew with United Airlines
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EWR
Mar 2025
Bring your own food with you. Airport and airline food is expensive and you WILL need something to eat on such a long flight.
RobertFlew with Alaska Airlines
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Jun 2024
Bring some food on board for the flight

FAQs for booking San Francisco to Newark Liberty Airport flights

  • What are some good hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport?

    The Hilton Newark Airport is a chic hotel that is only a 3-minute drive from Newark Liberty International Airport and a 20-minute drive from the iconic Statue of Liberty. The Wyndham Garden is a 12-minute drive from the airport and just over a 30-minute drive from the Empire State Building.

  • What dining options are there in San Francisco International Airport?

    Sankaku is a restaurant that is located in Terminal 3 of San Francisco International Airport and offers a variety of sushi and sake, while Lark Creek Grill is located in Terminal 2 and has sandwiches and salads. Andalé is also a popular Mexican-style restaurant that is inside of Terminal 2.

  • What shopping options are there in Newark Liberty International Airport?

    If you are interested in traditional souvenirs like t-shirts, magnets, and picture frames, stop by the America! store that is located in Concourse A of Newark Liberty International Airport. If you need to pick up a kid-friendly gift, pay a visit to the Creative Kidstuff shop that is located near Concourse A3.

  • What is there to do at San Francisco International Airport?

    If you need a way to pass the time before your flight starts boarding, there are several activities that you can do at San Francisco International Airport. There is the Aviation Museum, which is located in the Main Hall and details California’s aviation history, or entertainment rentals from InMotion Entertainment. You can also browse through the different rotating art exhibits that are found in most terminals.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Newark Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Newark Airport was $189 for a one-way ticket and $377 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Francisco and Newark Liberty Airport?

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

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Francisco to Newark Liberty Airport?

    When flying out of San Francisco you will be using San Francisco. You will be landing at Newark Liberty Airport, also known as Newark.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco to Newark Liberty Airport?

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

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Newark Liberty Airport?

    The Boeing 757-200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Newark Liberty Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Newark Liberty Airport?

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

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Francisco to Newark Liberty Airport?

    There are nonstop flights from San Francisco to Newark Liberty Airport on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to Newark, Alaska Airlines or Hawaiian Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Newark are Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. With an average price for the route of $404 and an overall rating of 7.9, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Hawaiian Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $379 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Newark Liberty Airport?

    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 Newark Liberty Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Newark Liberty Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Newark Liberty Airport from San Francisco 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 Newark Liberty Airport?

    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 Newark Liberty Airport with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and EWR 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 San Francisco to Newark Liberty Airport?

    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 Newark Liberty Airport from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Newark Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $329 or less one-way and $574 or less round-trip.
  • For those who would like to reduce their travel time as much as possible, look into purchasing direct flights from San Francisco to Newark. Delta, American, and United Airlines all offer many direct daily flights between these two locations, and they have in-flight entertainment, electrical outlets, and complimentary snacks.
  • Traveling with your family? Before your flight from San Francisco to Newark takes off, make sure to bring the kids to one of the SFO Kids’ Spot interactive exploration areas in San Francisco International Airport. Filled with play equipment, toys, and activities, these areas are an easy way for kids to burn off some energy before being cooped up on a plane.
  • To look your best upon arrival in Newark, stop by the Departure Spa located in Terminal C of Newark Liberty International Airport. This spa offers many services including facials, massages, and manicures.
  • If you tend to stress about flying, pay a visit to one of the yoga rooms located in Terminals 2 and 3 of San Francisco International Airport. These rooms can be accessed by all guests for no charge, and they contain yoga mats, peaceful music, and DVDs that teach the most famous yoga positions, allowing you to clear your head before boarding.
  • To charge your phone as quickly as possible, search for one of the rapid charging stations that are located throughout Terminals 1 and 3 of San Francisco International Airport. For a small fee, these stations will charge your phone two times quicker than a normal charger, helping to ensure that your device won’t die before your plane lands.

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