John F Kennedy Intl

$128+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK)

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SFO — JFK
Aug 26 — Sep 21
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl are usually found in February or January, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to John F Kennedy Intl (JFK). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated August 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$232
(JetBlue)

One-way from

$128
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$428

Good round-trip deal

$309 or less

Good one-way deal

$203 or less
From San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl
One-way flight from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($30 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to John F Kennedy Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to John F Kennedy Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 21, 2025.

This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/246:00 amSFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 42mJetBlue
Fri 10/245:29 pmJFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 30mJetBlue
Deal found 8/21$232
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/810:59 pmSFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 46mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 9/178:29 pmJFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 20mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 8/21$233
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/25:45 amSFO - JFK
1 stop20h 45mFrontier
Sun 10/512:59 pmJFK - SFO
1 stop13h 03mFrontier
Deal found 8/21$234
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/511:00 pmSFO - JFK
1 stop9h 59mFrontier
Sun 10/121:01 pmJFK - SFO
1 stop11h 22mFrontier
Deal found 8/19$235
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/810:59 pmSFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 46mHawaiian Airlines
Fri 9/128:29 pmJFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 20mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 8/20$236
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/227:05 amSFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 38mDelta
Tue 10/287:15 amJFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 27mDelta
Deal found 8/21$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/84:10 pmSFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 49mDelta
Wed 9/177:00 amJFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 21mDelta
Deal found 8/21$238
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/41:30 pmSFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 47mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 9/104:28 pmJFK - SFO
1 stop8h 15mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 8/19$240
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/810:59 pmSFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 46mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/911:30 amJFK - SFO
1 stop11h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/20$241
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/41:30 pmSFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 47mAlaska Airlines
Wed 9/104:28 pmJFK - SFO
1 stop10h 31mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/19$242
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/810:59 pmSFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 46mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 9/164:28 pmJFK - SFO
1 stop8h 15mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 8/20$243

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport that are best for you.

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John F Kennedy Intl

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San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Wed 10/15

1:45 pm-10:28 pm

Nonstop5h 43m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 11/7

6:50 am-10:20 am

Nonstop6h 30m

$237

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Tue 9/9

10:59 pm-7:45 am

Nonstop5h 46m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 9/12

8:29 pm-11:49 pm

Nonstop6h 20m

$237

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Sat 10/25

2:20 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop5h 39m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/4

7:15 am-10:42 am

Nonstop6h 27m

$237

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Sat 10/11

10:59 pm-7:43 am

Nonstop5h 44m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 10/24

8:24 pm-11:44 pm

Nonstop6h 20m

$237

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Sat 11/15

7:00 am-3:28 pm

Nonstop5h 28m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/17

8:19 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop6h 40m

$237

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Fri 11/14

7:00 am-3:37 pm

Nonstop5h 37m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/17

8:29 pm-12:06 am

Nonstop6h 37m

$237

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Mon 11/3

1:35 pm-10:14 pm

Nonstop5h 39m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 11/8

8:29 pm-12:06 am

Nonstop6h 37m

$237

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Wed 10/22

7:05 am-3:43 pm

Nonstop5h 38m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 10/25

12:45 pm-4:11 pm

Nonstop6h 26m

$237

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Sat 9/6

9:00 pm-5:29 am

Nonstop5h 29m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/1

6:15 am-9:24 am

Nonstop6h 09m

$237

San FranciscoNew York

SFO - JFK

SFOJFK

San Francisco

Tue 9/23

9:00 pm-5:29 am

Nonstop5h 29m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/27

9:30 pm-12:59 am

Nonstop6h 29m

$237

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport trip
Airports
SFO

Save time by ordering meals for pickup from restaurants participating in the SFO2Go program during busy times.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
JFK

For a quick city transfer, take the LIRR from Penn or Grand Central Station to JFK in 20-25 minutes.

Read more about JFKby Chris Dong
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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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Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Expert on JFK

Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to John F Kennedy Intl

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is 64 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $236). Flying from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $313). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to JFK?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to John F Kennedy Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 21, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 30% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on August 17, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing John F Kennedy Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to John F Kennedy Intl. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to John F Kennedy Intl. Reviews last updated August 21, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl?

    If you book a flight to New York John F Kennedy Intl from San Francisco, you will be flying from San Francisco, which is the city’s only airport. San Francisco (SFO) is located 11.8 mi from the center of San Francisco. There are 89 flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl per day from 9 different airlines.

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

    A quick flight from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport can take about 5h 43m. JetBlue provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $237. The distance from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is about 2578 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport round-trip?

    Frontier, at $128, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and Sun Country Air. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport for 67% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $128 on Alaska Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $129 and Delta from $129 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Consider TAP AIR PORTUGAL (90%), LOT (87%) or Kenya Airways (86%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport? While on average our users pay $1,054, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $130. The most popular route (San Francisco - New York John F Kennedy Intl), is priced around $170.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $236). Flying from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $313). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from San Francisco to John F Kennedy Intl

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to John F Kennedy Intl. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$128Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$138Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Sun Country AirCheapest$149Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
United AirlinesCheapest$173Average$557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$192Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
JetBlueCheapest$209Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$224Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$239Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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