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5:07 pm - 12:05 amEWR-SFO
9h 58m1 stop
10:05 am - 11:54 pmSFO-EWR
10h 49m1 stop
$246JetBlue
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Wed, Sep 25 - Wed, Oct 2
8:35 am - 11:39 amEWR-SFO
6h 04mnonstop
11:40 pm - 8:14 amSFO-EWR
5h 34mnonstop
$267United Airlines
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Tue, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 8
5:39 pm - 10:41 pmEWR-SFO
8h 02m1 stop
5:00 am - 4:35 pmSFO-EWR
8h 35m1 stop
$283American Airlines
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Tue, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 4
4:53 pm - 10:41 pmEWR-SFO
8h 48m1 stop
3:42 pm - 6:00 amSFO-EWR
11h 18m1 stop
$284American Airlines
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1:00 pm - 5:46 pmEWR-SFO
7h 46m1 stop
9:55 pm - 8:48 amSFO-EWR
7h 53m1 stop
$286Delta
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5:59 pm - 9:15 pmEWR-SFO
6h 16mnonstop
9:08 pm - 5:30 amSFO-EWR
5h 22mnonstop
$287Alaska Airlines
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5:59 pm - 9:15 pmEWR-SFO
6h 16mnonstop
9:08 pm - 5:30 amSFO-EWR
5h 22mnonstop
$288Alaska Airlines
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10:50 pm - 8:13 amLGA-SFO
12h 23m1 stop
12:58 am - 10:00 pmSFO-LGA
18h 02m1 stop
$301Frontier
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14h 42m1 stop
$302Frontier
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6:00 am - 4:38 pmSFO-EWR
7h 38m1 stop
$306Delta
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$123JetBlue
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12h 21m1 stop
$124JetBlue
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5:59 pm - 9:15 pmEWR-SFO
6h 16mnonstop
$134Alaska Airlines
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8h 02m1 stop
$142American Airlines
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$143Delta
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$149Alaska Airlines
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$152American Airlines
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$153Delta
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6h 24mnonstop
$211United Airlines
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5h 58mnonstop
$251United Airlines
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11h 11m1 stop
$306Frontier
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23h 23m1 stop
$308Frontier
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9:00 am - 12:19 pmJFK-SFO
6h 19mnonstop
1:16 pm - 10:00 pmSFO-JFK
5h 44mnonstop
$437Alaska Airlines
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6:00 am - 11:01 amLGA-SFO
8h 01m1 stop
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7h 02m1 stop
$446United Airlines
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9:00 am - 12:19 pmJFK-SFO
6h 19mnonstop
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5h 33mnonstop
$447Alaska Airlines
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7h 56m1 stop
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5h 09mnonstop
$473United Airlines
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5h 36mnonstop
$494JetBlue
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11h 10m1 stop
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10h 47m1 stop
$514JetBlue
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6h 05mnonstop
4:10 pm - 12:52 amSFO-JFK
5h 42mnonstop
$568Delta
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5:50 pm - 12:12 amEWR-SFO
9h 22m1 stop
11:32 pm - 11:04 amSFO-EWR
8h 32m1 stop
$582Delta
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Sat, Jun 1 - Tue, Jun 4
8:35 am - 11:39 amEWR-SFO
6h 04mnonstop
11:40 pm - 8:14 amSFO-EWR
5h 34mnonstop
$267United Airlines
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Tue, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 8
9:30 pm - 1:21 amJFK-SFO
6h 51mnonstop
3:00 pm - 11:37 pmSFO-JFK
5h 37mnonstop
$267Delta
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Thu, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 14
8:29 pm - 11:57 pmJFK-SFO
6h 28mnonstop
10:31 pm - 7:15 amSFO-JFK
5h 44mnonstop
$274American Airlines
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Mon, Sep 23 - Tue, Oct 8
7:20 pm - 11:12 pmJFK-SFO
6h 52mnonstop
9:00 pm - 5:29 amSFO-JFK
5h 29mnonstop
$279Delta
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Tue, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 29
5:59 pm - 9:15 pmEWR-SFO
6h 16mnonstop
9:08 pm - 5:30 amSFO-EWR
5h 22mnonstop
$283Alaska Airlines
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Tue, Sep 24 - Wed, Oct 9
8:25 pm - 11:59 pmJFK-SFO
6h 34mnonstop
3:00 pm - 11:36 pmSFO-JFK
5h 36mnonstop
$285JetBlue
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Thu, Aug 29 - Thu, Sep 5
5:59 pm - 9:15 pmEWR-SFO
6h 16mnonstop
9:08 pm - 5:30 amSFO-EWR
5h 22mnonstop
$287Alaska Airlines
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Wed, Sep 25 - Wed, Oct 2
8:25 pm - 11:59 pmJFK-SFO
6h 34mnonstop
8:40 pm - 5:08 amSFO-JFK
5h 28mnonstop
$287JetBlue
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Wed, Aug 21 - Sun, Sep 15
6:30 am - 9:51 amJFK-SFO
6h 21mnonstop
1:35 pm - 10:20 pmSFO-JFK
5h 45mnonstop
$288American Airlines
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Thu, Sep 26 - Tue, Oct 8
6:55 pm - 10:21 pmJFK-SFO
6h 26mnonstop
10:53 pm - 7:25 amSFO-JFK
5h 32mnonstop
$372Undisclosed Carrier
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7:25 am - 5:41 pmNew York Penn Station-
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10h 16mnonstop
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New York Penn Station
10h 48mnonstop
$212Amtrak
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Flights from New York to San Francisco - Travel Insights & Trends

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

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

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for one-way flights from New York to San Francisco.
Our data shows that the cheapest route for a one-way flight from New York to San Francisco cost $163 and was between Newark Airport and San Francisco. On average, the best prices are found if you fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Francisco. The average price for a return flight for this route is $307.

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

The average price of all flights from New York to San Francisco clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
When flying from New York to San Francisco, you should consider leaving on a Wednesday and avoid Sundays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to New York, you’ll find the best rates on Tuesdays and the most expensive ones on Sundays.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from New York to San Francisco, 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 New York to San Francisco is September, where tickets cost $293 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of tickets is $476 and $466 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from New York to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from New York to San Francisco, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 79 days before departure.

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

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the past 3 days, the cheapest one-way tickets to San Francisco from New York were found on JetBlue ($123) and Alaska Airlines ($134), and the lowest round-trip tickets were found on JetBlue ($246) and United Airlines ($267).

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

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from New York to San Francisco.
There are 5 airlines that fly nonstop from New York to San Francisco. They are: Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue and United Airlines. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with United Airlines at $99 for a one-way flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at JetBlue.

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

Each day, there are between 36 and 62 nonstop flights that take off from New York and land in San Francisco, with an average flight time of 6h 26m. The most common departure time is 7:00 am and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 373 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Thursday, when 17% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday.

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

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
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.

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

The duration of a nonstop flight to San Francisco from New York is typically 5h 55m. The journey crosses a distance of 2,566 miles.

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

Early birds can take the earliest flight from New York at 6:00 am and will be landing in San Francisco at 9:24 am.

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

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from New York to San Francisco jets off at 9:50 pm and lands at 1:32 am.

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Low season

January

High season

August

Cheapest flight

$123
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 9% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flight from Newark Liberty Airport to San Francisco

When to book flights from New York to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from New York to San Francisco

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

    JFK offers daily parking of different levels. You’ll find Green, Orange and Red Parking Garages near Terminals 1, 2, 7 & 8. A variety of payment methods are available to pay for parking in each lot. Make early online booking to enjoy special rates.

  • How do I get from SFO to the Golden Gate Bridge?

    San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and the Golden Gate Bridge are approximately 17.3 miles apart. The two destinations are served by various transportation options. However, the best way to reach this landmark is via the BART and line 28 bus, with a travel time of around 1h. Still, a taxi comes in handy for travelers who cherish their comfort and privacy, and will get there in about 22min.

  • Are there car rentals at San Francisco International Airport?

    Those who’ve just arrived and are looking to rent a car at San Francisco International Airport should head to McDonnell Road via the AirTrain Blue Line. It’s a free service that runs daily, including on weekends, and it goes through the airport’s main terminals and parking garages before stopping at the rental car center facility. It may be helpful to make early bookings to avoid the last minute hustle.

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

    Commuters with disabilities and limited mobility get the necessary assistance once they arrive at SFO from New York. However, you will need to call your airline at least 72h prior to your departure to get everything you need ready. There's dedicated staff to help disabled passengers during the check-in process and when boarding the plane.

  • Is public transportation available from San Francisco Airport to the city?

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

  • Can I get a Lyft from San Francisco Airport?

    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-$40.

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

    AirTrain is a simple way to get to and from Newark Liberty International Airport. The AirTrain system connects with all major bus and rail lines, meaning you can get to Newark Airport from almost anywhere in the New York and New Jersey areas with ease.

  • What is the absolute fastest way to get from Manhattan to New York John F. Kennedy International?

    Gotham Air offers helicopter service from Manhattan to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport 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 six-minute trip.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to San Francisco was $123 for a one-way ticket and $246 for a round-trip.

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

    No

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

    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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New York to San Francisco are Alaska Airlines and Delta. With an average price for the route of $393 and an overall rating of 8.0, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $438 and an overall rating of 8.0.

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

    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.

  • 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?

    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.

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

    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.

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

    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.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from New York to San Francisco

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $253 or less one-way and $503 or less round-trip.
  • New York has several airports, allowing you to choose the one that suits you as you fly out of the city. Nevertheless, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the main departure airport providing both international and domestic flights to San Francisco. It's the biggest, with more technological innovations and modern infrastructure.
  • If you're departing from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), you'll be glad to know that there are lounges accessible to every passenger, at a reduced cost. Priority Pass members may access the Lufthansa Business Lounge or Art & Lounge located in Terminal B.
  • Four major airlines offer regular flights between New York and San Francisco, including Delta Airlines, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and JetBlue. These airlines have hubs at SFO, the main arrival airport, with passengers getting priority clearance at their respective terminals.
  • Those traveling from New York to San Francisco with their four-legged family members should keep an eye on signs showing designated relieve areas for their pets. Both JFK and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) offer pet relief spaces in their terminals.
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA), which connects New York to SFO, has four operative passenger terminals known as: A, B, C and D. Terminals C and D are directly connected to one another, and passengers can walk between them. However, Terminals A and B are far apart and are connected by the terminal shuttle bus.
  • If you would prefer to stay a little closer to the airport in San Francisco to stay more centralized for access to the entire bay area, a good choice is La Quinta Inn & Suites San Francisco Airport West, which is located just outside the entrance to the airport. The hotel features free Wifi, parking, and breakfast. The hotel is air-conditioned, has a pool, and is centered perfectly between downtown San Francisco, the south bay area, and the coast.
  • San Francisco is well-known for its very unpredictable weather. If you did not pack just the right coat before your flight from New York to San Francisco, stop in at Lacoste in Terminal B between the entrances for the B and C gates at New York LaGuardia Airport to get the perfect jacket for the trip.
  • Travelers that would like a little mood boost before flights from New York to San Francisco would do well to stop in at the Happy Clam at Newark International Airport. The Happy Clam puts a unique spin on classic Italian dishes and is a notch above the regular grab-and-go airport food you so often find in terminal buildings.
  • If your flight from New York to San Francisco is at the crack of dawn, why not start your vacation one night early by staying at Aloft New York LaGuardia Airport, located right at the entrance to New York LaGuardia Airport? This sleek and modern hotel offers free WiFi and free shuttles to the airport.
  • San Francisco is known to be a food lover’s dream. Why not get into a culinary state of mind before your flight from New York to San Francisco by stopping in at Deep Blue on the Fly, located in the marketplace in Terminal 5 of John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport? Deep Blue puts a sophisticated spin on classic Asian favorites and offers a full menu of sushi rolls and wraps.
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Find which airlines fly direct from New York to San Francisco, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

New York to San Francisco

Monday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +30 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +31 more

Tuesday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +31 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +32 more

Wednesday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +30 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +31 more

Thursday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +31 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +32 more

Friday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +30 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +31 more

Saturday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +31 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +32 more

Sunday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +30 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +31 more

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Nonstop returns

San Francisco to New York

Monday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +29 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +30 more

Tuesday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +30 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +31 more

Wednesday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +28 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +29 more

Thursday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +30 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +31 more

Friday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +29 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +30 more

Saturday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +29 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +30 more

Sunday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +29 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +30 more

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Top 5 airlines serving from New York to San Francisco

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from New York to San Francisco. 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 New York to San Francisco? 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.
8.0
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 9192 reviews
7.3Food
8.2Boarding
8.6Crew
7.3Entertainment
7.9Comfort
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The flight was about an hour late, and there was notable turbulence for a good part of it. But of course, that was not Alaska Air’s fault, and I think the crew did a good job of keeping it safe. Service suffered a little as a result (I wish I had been offered the option of purchasing food). Overall, it was ok, because we landed safe and sound. Thanks!

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, May 2024JFK - SFO
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The flight was about an hour late, and there was notable turbulence for a good part of it. But of course, that was not Alaska Air’s fault, and I think the crew did a good job of keeping it safe. Service suffered a little as a result (I wish I had been offered the option of purchasing food). Overall, it was ok, because we landed safe and sound. Thanks!

Sat on tarmac for 30 minutes despite staring at three empty gates, one of which we eventually pulled into

Flight was changed twice. Original flight was scheduled at 5:30pm. Weeks before flight, flight was changed to 7:00pm. On the date of flight, flight was delayed and departed at 9:00pm. This caused many problems and significantly affected our schedule at our destination.

They canceled my flight going back to SF after I was at the airport. Wanted me to take a flight 14 hours later. Not a happy camper.

I didn’t like not knowing my seat till I got to the airport - and my boarding group was F (last).

Clean plane, relatively spacious in Main Cabin. One experience: I'm 79, with torn rotator cuff (R shoulder). I asked for help getting my carryon into the overhead bin and was told that the staff "does not help with this" (or some such phrase. On previous flights, help has been offered (and accepted). I prevailed on a fellow passenger for this. Also, why not board back to front?? Would this not help in the speed of boarding?

No tv, movies for a 6 hour flight! Worst airline I have ever travelled!

Ground crew was great in Austin, flight crew left a lot to be desired. Not particularly friendly, helpful or nice.

Like South West(2 check in baggage free) if Alaskan Airlines could give at least one check in baggage free then it would be great.

Staff great. Tight seating. Pretzels and drink same as any other airline.

Awful. Flight was continuously getting delayed and gates kept changing without any reason. Flight was delayed for more then 3 hours

I'm a larger, athletic guy (6'2", 260lbs powerlifter) and I found the seats incredibly uncomfortable with minimal leg room, especially in a window seat. Now, I full understand that being smaller may change my view but even if I was 80lbs less, my legs would be the same size and I was sandwiched between my seat and the seat in front of me.

Had a broken tray in business class. Crew just shrugged it off.

Seat back monitors and outlets were dead and not working.

Service was good for such a short flight. Small plane but smooth flight.

The flight was delayed but we got to our final destination.

Uncomfortable seats on 14 hour flight. Mediocre food. On time and great crew.

The helpful attitude of the staff, and being a wheelchair passenger everyone was helpful and understanding. The trip was made comfortable by the upgraded seat which was given without my request, that was a great surprise. Thank you Delta.

Everything went well with the flight. But one of the flight attendants had on inappropriate pants. She had on an old worn out pair of sweat pants. The back seam was unrivaled and should not have been worn for work. If I had not seen her in the airport with the standard type of luggage, I certainly would not have thought she was working for Delta. Not a good look at all for representation.

Great!! I haven’t had a bad experience with them.

The flight was excellent. The crew was welcoming and attentive.

Going through JFK’s security is a mess. The TSA security said no shoes on the bins. So, we place our shoes in the belt and they came out all over the belt. Boarding was delayed and Flight as well.

There were multiple delays but JetBlue tried to make the boarding and departure process as quick and efficient as possible. The crew was as detached from reality as could be, meaning: not very friendly and just doing things by the numbers.

40 minute delay before take off after boarding flight. Bright lights throughout night flight due Issues with light panels. In flight Entertainment nonfunctional

Another horrible Jet Blue experience. This airline has suffered the biggest decline of all from best to worst. TVs didn’t work (again). internet was temperamental. Boarded late and couldn’t get organized to serve snacks.

I hate their constant delays! It’s as if I cannot confidently make plans for timing when I'm traveling with them. I slept through it, so all I can say is it was good.

There was no wheelchair or wheelchair escort at the gate..unacceptable

Service for food to our seat was a bit slow. Snack choices were just pretzels or baked chips. My seat cushion was not attached. Other than Barbie, video choice were not very good or current.

From bag drop to boarding, it was great. In-flight is a little different. The seats were a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight. The rest of the cabin crew except for Eva was wonderful. Eva was not friendly at all. I've had to personally encounter her twice in-flight. First time was when I had to go to the lavatory in the back of the plane, and since it was the first for me to board such tiny plane, I didn't know we were using the crew toilet. She was giving me an attitude while telling me where and how to open it since it's not the regular push to open type of door. The second one was when I had to throw trash then use the lavatory again. I asked where to throw them, and unfortunately she was the only crew in the back doodling on her phone, she had to point it out to me with an attitude then told me to wait on the carpet, which I understand because I didn't realize that, but she could have been nicer. After all, I'm a paying customer, and assisting a passenger who isn't knowledgeable about the aircraft is one of the things she's there for. The rest of the experience and crew from bag drop to in-flight were excellent except for her.

It took an hour to get my bag after landing. Not exaggerating

I’ve had a couple flights this week on United that were delayed by an hour or more

Should have video screens Plane audio was poor and without wired connection hard to understand crew. Should serve more than just cups of water and pretzels on six hour flight. Did not see crew rest of flight. Fix charging sockets to retain charging blocks.

Do not like the feeling of being in the basic economy. Everyone should feel good no matter what.

So so. Terrible aircraft choice for that leg of the flight.

delay several times and wait extra long to board. no entertainment service because there are problem for some rows. always encounter some delays for the last flight of the day.

This was a Lufthansa flight. Disappointing main meal. Very rough over Canada and arrival at FRA. IFE was almost unusable.

I was not able to buy food in the flight. They refer to include your Credit card in the APP, and if you are not from USA (i have a credit card form Canada) it is not possible

United airline kept delaying our flight back to Phoenix for 8 hours before they cancelled it! If they know that we are not flying out for whatever the reason is, why did they keep lying to us for hours. We could find another flight earlier or even find a hotel with a shuttle. But cancellation at about midnight was not fun. We stayed in the airport all night till the following morning when we bought an Alaska tickets to go back to Phoenix. Total of 14 hours in the airport.

Poor seating comfort, seat cushion too thin, very uncomfortable. My luggage didi not make the flight due to equipment change. At least. United had it delivered the next day. I was without my toilet items for one day.

My experience is based on one crew member. I had found my seat and sat down but there was a gentleman to claimed to the flight attendant I was in his seat. She then came to me and curtly said, "I need your ticket!" No hi, no excuse me may I see your boarding pass? NOTHING! I was taken aback by her attitude and she repeated herself, "your ticket?!?!" I calmly responded with ok, here you go. Only to discover the gentleman was looking at the wrong boarding pass. She gave me back my ticket with no apology. She then was curt with another man who was putting his coat in the overhead bin, already helped by another flight attendant who said it was fine. She realizes it's ok and then asks him if he drinks. The look on the man's face was priceless. She said she was going to comp him drinks. He gets offered a comp drink for a coat as well as an apology, and I got no apology.

Attendants were rude. Scowling. Seats were miserable and we paid extra.

WiFi connected but only let you go to the AA website, not even text messaging worked.

Somehow I got “offloaded” even though I had my boarding pass and was in transit Food is horrible Staff were nice and cheerful No headphones were provided on 11 hours flight

The flight was excellent, provided that we had inclement weather. We departed earlier than scheduled and arrived early. There was a little turbulence, but nothing to be worried about.

Plane was good but was delayed. probably not AA fault but caused a 1 hour delay. Seating was cramped.

The staff were very helpful with lots of refreshments on offer. The toilets were clean. The seats were comfortable and entertainment was good. No complaints, it was excellent.

pleased with overall experienced, but seats in coach are tight.

Don't often sit in 1st class. Our experience was great.

The 2 hour delay was frustrating but our crew did a great job getting us out quickly and keeping communication especially with the people who had connecting flights

It was right on time and crew were very courteous

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