San Francisco Bay Area

$60+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to San Francisco Bay Area

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NYC — SFO
Dec 26 — Jan 21
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) to San Francisco Bay Area (zzXIH). 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 December 21, 2024.

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$169
(CheapOair)

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$61
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From New York (NYC) to San Francisco Bay Area
One-way flight from New York (NYC) to San Francisco Bay Area

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Cheapest flights from New York to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 21, 2024.

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Mon 12/3010:59 pmLGA - SFO
1 stop28h 22mFrontier
Mon 1/611:47 pmSFO - LGA
1 stop8h 43mFrontier
Deal found 12/20$288
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Tue 12/3111:38 amJFK - SFO
1 stop14h 13mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/148:04 amSFO - JFK
1 stop19h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$317
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Tue 12/3111:30 amJFK - SFO
1 stop11h 43mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/137:55 pmSFO - JFK
1 stop16h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/20$344
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Tue 12/317:05 amJFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 47mDelta
Tue 1/147:00 amSFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 29mDelta
Deal found 12/20$347
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Tue 12/317:59 amJFK - SFO
1 stop12h 18mFrontier
Tue 1/143:18 pmSFO - JFK
1 stop12h 12mFrontier
Deal found 12/19$358
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/308:40 pmJFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 44mJetBlue
Wed 2/2610:45 amSFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 35mJetBlue
Deal found 12/21$366
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/305:35 pmEWR - OAK
2 stops19h 08mSpirit Airlines
Fri 1/105:45 amOAK - EWR
1 stop7h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/19$391
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Tue 12/316:00 amLGA - SFO
1 stop10h 55mDelta
Sat 1/117:10 amSFO - LGA
1 stop9h 36mDelta
Deal found 12/21$392
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/314:00 pmEWR - SFO
1 stop9h 16mAlaska Airlines
Sat 1/117:00 amSFO - EWR
1 stop9h 17mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/21$396
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Tue 12/316:30 pmEWR - SFO
1 stop8h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/186:00 amSFO - EWR
2 stops11h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/19$437
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Sat 12/283:29 pmLGA - OAK
2 stops21h 00mSpirit Airlines
Fri 1/105:45 amOAK - LGA
2 stops23h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/20$440
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Fri 12/2711:50 amEWR - SFO
1 stop14h 01mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/37:00 amSFO - EWR
Nonstop5h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/19$446

Find flights from New York to San Francisco Bay Area within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from New York to San Francisco Bay Area that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 21, 2024.

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New YorkOakland

LGA - OAK

LGAOAK

New York LaGuardia

Tue 1/14

10:59 am-7:25 pm

2 stops11h 26m

Oakland

Sun 1/26

6:19 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops15h 41m

$146

NewarkOakland

EWR - OAK

EWROAK

Newark

Fri 1/10

4:58 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop9h 38m

Oakland

Mon 1/13

11:37 am-5:50 am

1 stop15h 13m

$174

NewarkSan Jose

EWR - SJC

EWRSJC

Newark

Wed 2/19

7:00 am-4:45 pm

1 stop12h 45m

San Jose

Wed 2/26

5:40 pm-5:20 am

1 stop8h 40m

$175

New YorkOakland

JFK - OAK

JFKOAK

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/25

7:59 am-9:35 pm

1 stop16h 36m

Oakland

Sat 2/1

7:02 pm-6:30 am

1 stop8h 28m

$192

NewarkSan Jose

EWR - SJC

EWRSJC

Newark

Sat 1/18

3:25 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop9h 05m

San Jose

Sat 1/25

6:30 am-7:23 pm

1 stop9h 53m

$226

NewarkSanta Rosa

EWR - STS

EWRSTS

Newark

Fri 1/31

6:55 am-1:12 pm

1 stop9h 17m

Santa Rosa Sonoma County

Mon 2/3

9:10 am-5:50 am

1 stop17h 40m

$235

NewarkSan Jose

EWR - SJC

EWRSJC

Newark

Sat 1/18

9:47 am-9:28 pm

2 stops14h 41m

San Jose

Sat 1/25

6:00 am-9:32 pm

2 stops12h 32m

$236

New YorkSan Jose

JFK - SJC

JFKSJC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/18

4:29 pm-7:50 am

2 stops18h 21m

San Jose

Sat 1/25

5:19 pm-6:30 am

1 stop10h 11m

$239

New YorkSan Jose

JFK - SJC

JFKSJC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 1/14

4:30 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop8h 57m

San Jose

Sat 1/18

5:19 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop18h 41m

$242

New YorkSan Jose

LGA - SJC

LGASJC

New York LaGuardia

Tue 1/14

1:59 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop10h 29m

San Jose

Sat 1/18

12:02 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$242

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Best time to book a flight from New York to San Francisco Bay Area

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Travel insights for flights from New York to San Francisco Bay Area

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from New York to San Francisco Bay Area including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from New York to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 NYC to XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 21, 2024.

When flying from New York to San Francisco Bay Area, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from New York to San Francisco Bay Area

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 December 21, 2024.

The most flights from NYC to zzXIH are scheduled on a Saturday (136 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (50 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated December 21, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with JetBlue, Frontier and Southwest from New York to San Francisco Bay Area to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
4,814 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

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1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
9,537 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
8,597 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.4
Good
3,266 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.4
Good
9,039 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,814 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to San Francisco Bay Area. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to San Francisco Bay Area one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $61. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from New York to San Francisco Bay Area for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to San Francisco Bay Area?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Consider Korean Air (100%), Royal Jordanian (96%) or LOT (95%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from New York to San Francisco Bay Area.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to San Francisco Bay Area?

    The cheapest flight price from New York to San Francisco Bay Area is $143. On average you can expect to pay $1,212. The most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $178.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to San Francisco Bay Area that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to San Francisco Bay Area?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to San Francisco Bay Area 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 New York to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from New York to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 New York to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from New York to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 December 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$87Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$137Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$143Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$149Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$153Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$175Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$227Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$260Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$282Average$519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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