Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

A direct flight to San Francisco will take on average 5h 58m to travel the 2,566 miles flying distance from New York. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 29 and 35 direct flights that take off from New York and land in San Francisco, with an average flight time of 6h 35m. The most common departure time is 20:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 237 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 3

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

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In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to San Francisco was £99 for a one-way ticket and £173 for a return. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 4

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

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New York and San Francisco are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are United Airlines (76 flights per week), Alaska Airlines (49 flights per week), and Delta (44 flights per week). Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

When flying from New York to San Francisco, you should consider leaving on a Thursday 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 Mondays. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 6

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

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When flying out of New York you will be using one of these airports: Newark or New York John F Kennedy Intl. You will be landing at San Francisco. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 7

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

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Early birds can take the earliest flight from New York at 06:00 and will be landing in San Francisco at 09:25.

Question 8

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

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If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from New York to San Francisco jets off at 22:00 and lands at 01:47.

Question 9

Which airlines fly direct between New York and San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

There are 5 airlines that fly direct 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 Alaska Airlines at £108 for a return flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Alaska Airlines.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 11

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

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

Question 12

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

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

Question 13

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

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

Question 14

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

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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.

Question 15

Can I get a Lyft from San Francisco Airport?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from New York to San Francisco is February, where tickets cost £260 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £409 and £407 respectively.

Question 19

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

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 New York to San Francisco. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 20

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?

Accepted Answer

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. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to New York with another airline. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 22

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

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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. <a href='/flight-routes/New-York-NYC/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 23

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

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 24

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

Accepted Answer

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from New York to San Francisco were found on Frontier (£130) and Alaska Airlines (£150).

Question 25

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

Accepted Answer

Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from New York to San Francisco cost £164 and was between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and San Francisco (SFO). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is £164.

Question 26

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

Accepted Answer

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 15 weeks before departure.

Question 27

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

Accepted Answer

No, with an average price for the route of £629, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

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

When flying from New York to San Francisco, you should consider leaving on a Thursday 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 Mondays.

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

The cheapest month for flights from New York to San Francisco is February, where tickets cost £260 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £409 and £407 respectively.

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

No, with an average price for the route of £629, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

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 15 weeks before departure.

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

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from New York to San Francisco were found on Frontier (£130) and Alaska Airlines (£150).

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

New York and San Francisco are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are United Airlines (76 flights per week), Alaska Airlines (49 flights per week), and Delta (44 flights per week).

Which airlines fly direct between New York and San Francisco?

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

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

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

A direct flight to San Francisco will take on average 5h 58m to travel the 2,566 miles flying distance from New York.

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

Early birds can take the earliest flight from New York at 06:00 and will be landing in San Francisco at 09:25.

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 22:00 and lands at 01:47.

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