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$143+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Newark (EWR)

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SFO — EWR
Aug 7 — Aug 141
Thu 8/7
Thu 8/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Newark are usually found in February or January, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Newark

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Newark (EWR). 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 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$285
(BYOjet)

One-way from

$143
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$471

Good round-trip deal

$390 or less

Good one-way deal

$192 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Newark
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Newark. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 2, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/2510:29 pmSFO - EWR
1 stop8h 36mFrontier
Sat 11/111:00 amEWR - SFO
1 stop13h 23mFrontier
Deal found 8/1$285
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/226:53 pmSFO - EWR
1 stop8h 06mAlaska Airlines
Sat 9/274:43 pmEWR - SFO
1 stop9h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/30$286
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 9/156:53 pmSFO - EWR
1 stop8h 06mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 9/225:30 pmEWR - SFO
1 stop9h 34mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 8/1$290
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1211:25 pmSFO - EWR
1 stop7h 54mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/1312:30 pmEWR - SFO
1 stop11h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$292
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sat 8/3010:29 pmSFO - EWR
1 stop8h 44mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/236:18 pmEWR - SFO
Nonstop6h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$293
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Tue 9/210:57 pmSFO - EWR
1 stop6h 46mDelta
Sat 9/67:10 amEWR - SFO
2 stops17h 59mDelta
Deal found 7/31$305
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/259:00 pmSFO - EWR
Nonstop5h 24mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/286:00 amEWR - SFO
Nonstop6h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$320

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Newark Airport that are best for you.

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San Francisco

Fly to

Newark

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoNewark

SFO - EWR

SFOEWR

San Francisco

Sat 10/25

10:29 pm-10:05 am

1 stop8h 36m

Newark

Sat 11/1

11:00 am-9:23 pm

1 stop13h 23m

$285

San FranciscoNewark

SFO - EWR

SFOEWR

San Francisco

Mon 9/22

6:53 pm-5:59 am

1 stop8h 06m

Newark

Sat 9/27

4:43 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop9h 57m

$286

San FranciscoNewark

SFO - EWR

SFOEWR

San Francisco

Mon 9/15

6:53 pm-5:59 am

1 stop8h 06m

Newark

Mon 9/22

5:30 pm-12:04 am

1 stop9h 34m

$290

San FranciscoNewark

SFO - EWR

SFOEWR

San Francisco

Fri 9/12

11:25 pm-10:19 am

1 stop7h 54m

Newark

Sat 9/13

12:30 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop11h 35m

$292

San FranciscoNewark

SFO - EWR

SFOEWR

San Francisco

Sat 8/30

10:29 pm-10:13 am

1 stop8h 44m

Newark

Tue 9/23

6:18 pm-9:31 pm

Nonstop6h 13m

$293

San FranciscoNewark

SFO - EWR

SFOEWR

San Francisco

Tue 9/2

10:57 pm-8:43 am

1 stop6h 46m

Newark

Tue 9/9

6:15 am-5:17 pm

2 stops14h 02m

$305

San FranciscoNewark

SFO - EWR

SFOEWR

San Francisco

Thu 9/25

9:00 pm-5:24 am

Nonstop5h 24m

Newark

Sun 9/28

6:00 am-9:14 am

Nonstop6h 14m

$320

San FranciscoNewark

SFO - EWR

SFOEWR

San Francisco

Sat 8/30

11:45 am-5:50 am

2 stops15h 05m

$143

San FranciscoNewark

SFO - EWR

SFOEWR

San Francisco

Thu 9/4

7:47 am-4:29 pm

Nonstop5h 42m

$145

San FranciscoNewark

SFO - EWR

SFOEWR

San Francisco

Sun 8/17

10:29 pm-10:08 am

1 stop8h 39m

$148

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The best insider tips for San Francisco to Newark Airport flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-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 original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Francisco to Newark Airport trip
Airlines
United Airlines

Basic Economy allows a personal item only; no carry-on bags unless exceptions apply.


Polaris passengers enjoy lie-flat seats and access to exclusive Polaris Lounges.

Read more about United Airlinesby Harriet Baskas
Alaska Airlines

Saver Fare includes a carry-on bag; seat selection is restricted.


Alaska Lounge offers fresh seasonal food and craft cocktails, surpassing competitors.

Read more about Alaska Airlinesby Robert Schrader
Airports
SFO

Save time by using the SFO2Go program to order meals for pickup during busy times.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
EWR

For a quick trip to NYC, take the AirTrain to NJ Transit for a 45-minute journey to Penn Station.

Read more about EWRby Brandon Schultz
Our travel experts
Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines and SFO

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, 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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Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on Alaska Airlines

Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on EWR

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Newark

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Newark from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Newark Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Newark Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Newark. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Newark Airport, you should look to book at least 84 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Newark Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Newark Airport (average of $228). Flying from San Francisco to Newark Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $300). 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 EWR?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Newark. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 2, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Newark Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Newark Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Newark. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Newark Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Newark Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Newark. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated August 2, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to EWR are scheduled on a Friday (55 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (37 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Newark

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Newark. 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 Newark. Reviews last updated August 2, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Hawaiian Airlines from San Francisco to Newark Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,983 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,613 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,904 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Newark?

    If you book a flight to Newark 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 42 flights from San Francisco to Newark per day from 9 different airlines.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Newark Airport flight route?

    This flight path from San Francisco to Newark was viewed by 91 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Newark Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Newark Airport round-trip from $285. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $288, and Hawaiian Airlines, from $290. Alaska Airlines is priced at 37% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Newark Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Alaska Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $145. Frontier flights start at $148 while deals on Hawaiian Airlines start at $149 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Newark Airport?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Francisco to Newark Airport on time: Brussels Airlines (82%), Austrian Airlines (79%), Lufthansa (79%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Newark Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,396 for a flight from San Francisco to Newark Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $138 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Newark) is currently priced at $237.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Newark that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Newark flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Newark?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Newark.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Newark?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Newark by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Newark Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Newark Airport (average of $228). Flying from San Francisco to Newark Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $300). 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 Newark

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Newark. 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 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$95Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$129Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$168Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$183Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$201Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Sun Country AirCheapest$223Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$239Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$272Average$512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$276Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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