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£68 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Airport

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Cheap Flight Deals from San Francisco to John F Kennedy Intl (SFO-JFK)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from San Francisco to John F Kennedy Intl 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.

Recent return flight deals from San Francisco to John F Kennedy Intl

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to John F Kennedy Intl.
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Frontier Logo
05:45 - 05:30SFO-JFK
20h 45m1 stop
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09:00 - 21:26JFK-SFO
15h 26m1 stop
£135Frontier
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Sat, 7 Jun - Tue, 10 Jun
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21:59 - 10:25SFO-JFK
9h 26m1 stop
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10:00 - 13:34JFK-SFO
6h 34mdirect
Wed, 7 May - Sat, 10 May
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21:59 - 10:25SFO-JFK
9h 26m1 stop
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06:59 - 13:03JFK-SFO
9h 04m1 stop
£147Frontier
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Wed, 7 May - Sat, 10 May
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13:52 - 22:29SFO-JFK
5h 37mdirect
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10:00 - 13:34JFK-SFO
6h 34mdirect
£148Hawaiian Airlines
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Wed, 7 May - Sat, 10 May
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06:41 - 15:29SFO-JFK
5h 48mdirect
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13:00 - 16:37JFK-SFO
6h 37mdirect
£150Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 27 May - Wed, 4 Jun
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16:47 - 06:09SFO-JFK
10h 22m1 stop
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09:30 - 12:59JFK-SFO
6h 29mdirect
£153Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 27 May - Wed, 28 May
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16:47 - 06:09SFO-JFK
10h 22m1 stop
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20:29 - 23:59JFK-SFO
6h 30mdirect
£157Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 27 May - Sat, 31 May
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06:41 - 15:29SFO-JFK
5h 48mdirect
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16:40 - 20:11JFK-SFO
6h 31mdirect
£160Hawaiian Airlines
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Sat, 31 May - Sat, 31 May
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06:00 - 14:39SFO-JFK
5h 39mdirect
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17:50 - 21:28JFK-SFO
6h 38mdirect
£161JetBlue
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Fri, 30 May - Fri, 30 May
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20:42 - 05:16SFO-JFK
5h 34mdirect
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08:20 - 12:01JFK-SFO
6h 41mdirect
£213JetBlue
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Expert advice for your flight from San Francisco to John F Kennedy Intl

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarisation of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are specific to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
Air France

Air France Premium offers SkyPriority benefits, including early boarding and security access.


Economy class includes complimentary champagne, adding a touch of luxury to your journey.

Delta

Delta One Suites offer sliding doors for privacy, ideal for a restful journey.


Comfort Plus seats provide extra legroom, enhancing comfort without a significant price increase.

Read more about Deltaby Stefanie Waldek
Finnair

Economy Comfort offers extra legroom for a small charge, enhancing comfort on longer flights.


Premium economy features plated meals on real china, enhancing the dining experience significantly.

Read more about Finnairby Gabriel Leigh
Virgin Atlantic

Economy Delight offers priority check-in and boarding, ideal for a more efficient travel experience.


Upper Class provides fully flat beds and direct aisle access for maximum comfort on longer flights.

British Airways

Premium economy provides 18 cm extra legroom, crucial for comfort on long-haul flights.


BA's Euro Traveller fares include a cabin bag, avoiding surprise fees common with budget airlines.

Airports
SFO

For a smooth departure, use SFO's kerbside check-in. United, Delta, and Southwest offer this service for a tip.

Read more about SFOby Blane Bachelor
JFK

Avoid traffic by using the JFK AirTrain. It's free between terminals and connects to subway and rail lines.

Read more about JFKby Harriet Baskas
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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specialising 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 favourite 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.

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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 out at sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Duncan Madden

Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on JFK

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

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, 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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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to John F Kennedy Intl flights

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

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
When flying from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Airport, you should consider leaving on a Tuesday and avoid Mondays 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is February, where tickets cost £242 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £415 and £395 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of £814, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Airport

Low season

January

High season

June

Cheapest flight

£68
Best time to beat the crowds (23% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (31% more expensive on average)
Flight from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Airport

When to book flights from San Francisco to John F Kennedy Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to John F Kennedy Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

Flights from San Francisco to John F Kennedy Intl: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from San Francisco to John F Kennedy Intl 
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska AirlinesSFO-JFKJan 2025
The New York arrival terminal is not the best. Maybe that’s getting corrected with construction. It’s not a big deal though, particularly on the leg where you’re into new york (vs out of).
StephenFlew with DeltaSFO-JFKFeb 2025
Check a bag. The boarding is horrible with this large packed flight.
KarenFlew with Alaska AirlinesSFO-JFKApr 2024
I would like to see more flights from New York to Oakland.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska AirlinesSFO-JFKMar 2024
I like airlines that have options for seating, even if I have to pay for it. I would never had chosen to sit in exit seat where I couldn't recline or even sleep bc the headrest didn't work.

FAQs for booking San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Airport flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport was £90 for a one-way ticket and £180 for a return.

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

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Airport flight route: JetBlue, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Delta, Lufthansa, and Iberia.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

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

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    There are direct flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Airport on a daily basis.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to New York are Alaska Airlines and Frontier. With an average price for the route of £322 and an overall rating of 8.0, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Frontier is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £126 and an overall rating of 5.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy 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 New York John F Kennedy Airport.

  • 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 John F Kennedy Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New York John F Kennedy Airport from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

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

    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 New York John F Kennedy Airport with an airline and back to San Francisco 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 John F Kennedy 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 New York John F Kennedy Airport from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight from New York John F Kennedy Airport to San Francisco? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £154 or less one-way and £314 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

Find which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl

Monday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +31 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +32 more

Tuesday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +31 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +32 more

Wednesday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +29 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +30 more

Thursday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +32 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +33 more

Friday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +32 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +33 more

Saturday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +32 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +33 more

Sunday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +30 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +31 more

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Direct returns

New York John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco

Monday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +32 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +33 more

Tuesday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +33 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +34 more

Wednesday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +31 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +32 more

Thursday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +33 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +34 more

Friday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +32 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +33 more

Saturday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +32 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +33 more

Sunday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +31 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +32 more

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Top airlines flying from San Francisco to John F Kennedy Intl

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco to New York. 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 John F Kennedy Intl? 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 9918 reviews
7.9Comfort
8.2Boarding
8.5Crew
7.1Entertainment
7.1Food
Airline reviews

No non-alcoholic drinks available except water and small apple juice cans.

8.0 ExcellentJohn, Apr 2025SFO - LAS
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No non-alcoholic drinks available except water and small apple juice cans.

They lock the bathrooms too soon before landing! My bladder was bursting for over an hour. Then the plane had to sit on the taxiway for 1 hour. People started rushing to the bathroom. Creating a dangerous situation.

I am shocked at how utterly mediocre the First Class experience was on Alaska Airlines- I really expected better. There was a delay with the food delivery, so we sat on the plane for an extra 30 minutes- not once during that time was I, nor anyone else in First Class offered anything at all, not even water. There's no tv or entertainment available? Really? In modern day? And the Wifi was $8 for the connection that actually works, but free for the connection that didn't work at all? What century is this? While friendly, the staff seemed to be much more concerned with their own personal time while working- listening to headphones, on their phones until someone needed them, I'm so disappointed I can't even believe I was able to find these words.

The flight was delayed over two and a half hours thus causing me to miss my best friend’s funeral. All because the flight crew had to get more rest. That was the reason stated. I understand however very unfortunate. Glad everyone is well rested and resting in peace.

All good except both the outbound and return flights were delayed about 1 1/2 hrs.

Not great. My flight was canceled due to a mechanical problem and I could not get rebooked for the same day. I needed to get to my destination yesterday, not today. I was able to book with another airline but it was a layover and ultimately a 1 hour flight took me 12 hours. Normally I like Alaska much more than Southwest, but Southwest came through with a not terrible price for same day.

The plane was late arriving. The Alaska people did a great job of turning it around quickly and getting us off. We took off about 35 minutes after it reached the gate.

I liked the flight attendant named Tyler. He was charismatic and genuine. I like the pilot in my second flight, he was considerate to everyone’s feelings. I liked the people I sat beside. I like the plane size. I like Alaska airlines

Flight delay was inconvenient and exhausting getting in at 1 am. However the crew and lounge was very comfortable.

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

The seats were awful, hard plastic covered in sheet vinyl. The airline tries to scam you into paying extra to get seat together when the flight wasn’t full. They were going to separate a family with young children but my wife who had a row to herself gave up her seat so the young mom could be with her young boys. I’m never giving this airline my money again.

It was a short flight so no food or entertainment….

I guess you get what you pay for. The seats are very uncomfortable and very little space. The snacks were pricey.

Frontier had yet another flight cancellation. Have never made a complete round trip with this airline without at least one leg getting cancelled. Miserable flights - dirty, uncomfortable planes that apparently always have issues since I've had multiple delays and cancellations with them.

Flight was delayed 3 times, would have been nice to have received text message instead of email notifications. Frontier app wasn’t even updated accordingly, no gate number disclosed. No agent at front desk of gate to inform of delay. Very confused and left if the dark

They changed the timing , first delayed by 4 hours then went back to 40 mins late, we had to run back to airport to not miss our flight. This is ridiculous

Would be great if Frontier can Assign Seats together under one PNR

They cancelled the flight and did nothing. I should be compensated for my uber rides to and from airport. Not a good service by frontier or kayak.

No frills for sure. No gate announcements about flight delay, not even water to drink on the flight.

food not having to pay for it, reclining seat would be nice, more leg room, HEAT!!!!!!!

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