A dramatic view of the skyscrapers of New York City captured from the Brooklyn Bridge. — flights from San Francisco to New York
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Flights from San Francisco to New York

Nonstop flights from San Francisco (SFO) to New York (JFK) take about 5h 41m (4,152 km). Alaska Airlines and jetBlue fly it. Lowest fare seen: $189 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in New York

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Airlines flying San Francisco to New York

Carriers on SFO–JFK according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Alaska Airlinesnonstop fare seen✈ jetBluenonstop fare seen

San Francisco to New York fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $80 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$19828 Oct 2026 · Alaska Airlines$135 · 1 stop26 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$809 Nov 2026 · Alaska Airlines—
Dec 2026$19315 Dec 2026 · Alaska Airlines$185 · 1 stop25 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$1887 Jan 2027 · jetBlue$145 · 1 stop20 Jan 2027
Mar 2027$1872 Mar 2027—
Apr 2027$21422 Apr 2027 · Alaska Airlines—
Jul 2027$21312 Jul 2027—

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $80 in November 2026, against $145 at best later on.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 3 of 3 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (San Francisco to New York, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to New York

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USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — San Francisco to New York flights

How long is the flight from San Francisco to New York?
A nonstop flight from San Francisco (SFO) to New York (JFK) takes about 5h 41m, covering 4,152 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is San Francisco from New York by air?
The great-circle distance between San Francisco International Airport and John F. Kennedy International Airport is 4,152 km (2,580 miles), a long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from San Francisco to New York?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the SFO–JFK route include Alaska Airlines and jetBlue. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from San Francisco to New York cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on SFO–JFK was $189 USD with Alaska Airlines (nonstop), departing 5 Dec 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to New York?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $80 one-way, against $214 for April 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from San Francisco to New York?
In the fares we saw (12 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $146 with 2 stops against $189 nonstop, a saving of $43. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from San Francisco to USA?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter USA visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit New York?
USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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