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$144+ Cheap flights from New Jersey to San Francisco (SFO)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — SFO
Dec 25 — Jan 11
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Jersey (USNJ) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 20, 2024.

Round-trip from

$249
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$144
(Alaska Airlines)
From New Jersey to San Francisco
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Cheapest flights from New Jersey to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Jersey to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 20, 2024.

This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/317:05 amJFK - SFO
Nonstop6h 47mDelta
Sat 1/114:10 pmSFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 29mDelta
Deal found 12/19$268
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/3010:59 pmLGA - SFO
1 stop28h 22mFrontier
Mon 1/611:47 pmSFO - LGA
1 stop8h 43mFrontier
Deal found 12/20$288
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3111:30 amJFK - SFO
1 stop11h 43mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/73:18 pmSFO - JFK
1 stop12h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$318
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Tue 12/3111:30 amJFK - SFO
1 stop11h 43mAlaska Airlines
Tue 1/146:19 amSFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 41mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/20$341
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3111:56 amPHL - SFO
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/49:59 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop29h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$341
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/236:40 amPHL - SFO
1 stop20h 41mFrontier
Mon 1/611:47 pmSFO - PHL
1 stop8h 30mFrontier
Deal found 12/19$355
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/317:59 amJFK - SFO
1 stop12h 18mFrontier
Tue 1/143:18 pmSFO - JFK
1 stop12h 12mFrontier
Deal found 12/19$358
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/265:29 pmJFK - SFO
1 stop9h 09mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/131:24 pmSFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/19$363
This JetBlue 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 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 1/1512:55 pmSFO - JFK
Nonstop5h 34mJetBlue
Deal found 12/19$396
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/315:59 pmEWR - SFO
Nonstop6h 41mAlaska Airlines
Sat 1/117:33 pmSFO - EWR
1 stop15h 56mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/19$414
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/265:15 pmPHL - SFO
1 stop8h 44mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/26:56 amSFO - PHL
Nonstop5h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/19$414
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/316:30 pmEWR - SFO
1 stop8h 29mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/912:14 pmSFO - EWR
1 stop7h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/19$416

Find flights from New Jersey to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from New Jersey to San Francisco 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 20, 2024.

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JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 1/19

8:00 am-11:40 am

Nonstop6h 40m

San Francisco

Sun 1/26

3:20 pm-11:48 pm

Nonstop5h 28m

$249

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Sun 1/5

10:59 pm-7:59 am

1 stop12h 00m

San Francisco

Fri 1/10

9:23 am-9:06 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$250

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 2/14

7:59 am-9:54 pm

1 stop16h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 2/19

10:59 pm-6:30 am

1 stop28h 31m

$250

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Tue 1/28

6:00 am-11:43 am

1 stop8h 43m

San Francisco

Wed 1/29

9:10 am-8:56 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$252

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/3

4:00 pm-4:07 pm

2 stops27h 07m

San Francisco

Fri 2/7

9:15 am-10:59 pm

2 stops10h 44m

$252

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Fri 1/10

2:59 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop9h 55m

San Francisco

Mon 1/13

9:23 am-9:06 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$253

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 1/17

5:05 pm-8:54 pm

Nonstop6h 49m

San Francisco

Thu 1/23

12:00 pm-6:30 am

2 stops15h 30m

$253

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Wed 1/22

6:00 am-11:24 am

1 stop8h 24m

San Francisco

Tue 1/28

11:59 pm-10:30 am

1 stop7h 31m

$255

New YorkSan Francisco

LGA - SFO

LGASFO

New York LaGuardia

Tue 2/18

6:04 am-11:32 am

1 stop8h 28m

San Francisco

Tue 2/25

10:45 pm-9:03 am

1 stop7h 18m

$256

New YorkSan Francisco

JFK - SFO

JFKSFO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 1/14

6:00 am-9:50 am

Nonstop6h 50m

San Francisco

Wed 1/15

5:20 am-7:40 pm

1 stop11h 20m

$285

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Best time to book a flight from New Jersey to San Francisco

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Travel insights for flights from New Jersey to San Francisco

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Jersey to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Jersey to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from New Jersey to San Francisco 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 NJ to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from New Jersey to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 20, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New Jersey to San Francisco as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from New Jersey to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from New Jersey to San Francisco. 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 20, 2024.

The most flights from USNJ to SFO are scheduled on a Friday (49 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (25 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco 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 when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, 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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated December 20, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Frontier and United Airlines from New Jersey to San Francisco to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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4,821 reviews

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

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4,821 reviews
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4,821 reviews

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7.7

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8.1

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

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9,540 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,821 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

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8.1

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8.1

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8.7

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

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8,601 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,821 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

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8.1

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8.1

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8.7

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

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3,267 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,821 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

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Good
9,043 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,821 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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 Jersey to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from New Jersey?

    For a flight from New Jersey to San Francisco, you will be flying into San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city.

  • How popular is this New Jersey to San Francisco flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Jersey to San Francisco one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Alaska Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $144. Users have also found prices from $145 and $146 on Frontier and Delta, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Jersey to San Francisco?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New Jersey to San Francisco?

    Before booking your flight to San Francisco from New Jersey, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Qantas Airways (90%), Japan Airlines (82%), Hawaiian Airlines( 74%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New Jersey to San Francisco?

    The cheapest flight price from New Jersey to San Francisco is $148. On average you can expect to pay $1,363. The most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $172.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Jersey to San Francisco 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 Jersey to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Jersey to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from New Jersey to San Francisco 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 8 airlines flying from New Jersey to San Francisco

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from New Jersey to San Francisco. 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 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$113Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$149Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$153Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
FrontierCheapest$172Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$175Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$180Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$247Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$293Average$548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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