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

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

Mon, 9. Nov - Tue, 10. Nov
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23:00 - 7:39SFO  San Francisco-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 39mdirect
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9:30 - 13:04JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SFO San Francisco
6h 34mdirect
286 €Alaska Airlines
Mon, 26. Oct - Tue, 3. Nov
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22:23 - 7:04SFO  San Francisco-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 41mdirect
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9:30 - 13:04JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SFO San Francisco
6h 34mdirect
286 €Alaska Airlines
Mon, 26. Oct - Tue, 3. Nov
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12:24 - 21:00SFO  San Francisco-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 36mdirect
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13:26 - 20:55JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SFO San Francisco
10h 29m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
290 €JetBlue
Mon, 26. Oct - Tue, 3. Nov
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22:56 - 7:24SFO  San Francisco-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 28mdirect
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7:32 - 11:12JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SFO San Francisco
6h 40mdirect
291 €JetBlue
Mon, 26. Oct - Tue, 3. Nov
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12:24 - 21:00SFO  San Francisco-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 36mdirect
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13:26 - 20:55JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SFO San Francisco
10h 29m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
292 €JetBlue
Fri, 30. Oct - Wed, 4. Nov
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16:25 - 0:56SFO  San Francisco-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 31mdirect
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13:26 - 20:55JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SFO San Francisco
10h 29m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
293 €JetBlue
Fri, 6. Nov - Mon, 9. Nov
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10:44 - 21:29SFO  San Francisco-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 45m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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7:32 - 11:08JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SFO San Francisco
6h 36mdirect
293 €JetBlue
Fri, 30. Oct - Tue, 3. Nov
JetBlue Logo
16:25 - 0:56SFO  San Francisco-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 31mdirect
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15:14 - 0:25JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SFO San Francisco
12h 11m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
294 €JetBlue
Mon, 26. Oct - Tue, 3. Nov
Alaska Airlines Logo
18:59 - 6:02SFO  San Francisco-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
8h 03m1 stop Portland
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7:00 - 16:01JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SFO San Francisco
12h 01m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
295 €Alaska Airlines
Sat, 7. Nov - Sat, 14. Nov
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8:33 - 22:55SFO  San Francisco-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
11h 22m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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13:00 - 20:47JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SFO San Francisco
10h 47m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
296 €Alaska Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Return flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport start at 286 €. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from 282 € to 496 €. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was 286 € on Alaska Airlines.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and is 6% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 12% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport at 261 € return.
  • June (492 €) and July (462 €) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 88% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 44% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from San Francisco to John F Kennedy Intl

 
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Key details for San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

163 €
Best time to beat the crowds (29% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (31% more expensive on average)
Flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

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

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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 
BelindaFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jul 2026
I prefer Oakland over SFO. I liked the self-check for my suitcase for the bag drop . Getting through security went smoothly. It would have been really nice to know my boarding time was 1/2 hour later than on my app. I only found out that boarding was 1/2 hour late after rushing to the gate. I would have had time to go to my airport club had I known. Bag pick up at JFK was fast once I got to baggage claim, that was great
Verified travelerFlew with JetBlue-Aug 2026
My most frequent trip is between JFK and SFO on Jet Blue. Food options at SFO are amazing, but expensive. Sadly, getting through security at JFK is a hassle and takes an incredibly long time. Give yourself plenty of time. Also, when I arrived at JFK around midnight, there was no place to get food and I was disappointed to learn that I needed to take the air train all the way out to Howard Beach to get an Uber.

Your San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights:

    • JetBlue: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Alaska Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    4 airlines operate flights between San Francisco and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Delta
    • JetBlue
    • American Airlines
    • Alaska Airlines

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • JetBlue: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average 126 € return via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared with 382 € for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge 30 €–86 € for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    The Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by JetBlue. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321 (sharklets) variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 57% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) – 7% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 16% on the San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at 356 € return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at 423 €, a difference of 67 €. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport route, 14% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 59 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights, with 43% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 34%, Night flights for 19%, and Evening flights for 4%.

  • What popular places can I visit in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are Times Square, New York City Center, and New York Marriott Marquis. These are among the most viewed places in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport on KAYAK.

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

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 0:40 and lands at 6:16
    • Latest: departs at 23:59 and lands at 5:35.

    The flight takes about 5h 36m.

  • How expensive are last-minute San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 33% above the route average of 376 €. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport takes 5h 36m, covering 6.677 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    No. A passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How are flight prices from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 167 €, which is 32% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does Alaska Airlines's on-time performance compare to other airlines on San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights?

    Alaska Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while American Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights are:

    • Alaska Airlines: 88% on time
    • American Airlines: 86% on time
    • Delta: 86% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 86% of the time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 8h 40m, compared to 8h 46m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 8h 51m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

  • What is the time difference between San Francisco and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is 3 hours ahead of San Francisco (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK)?

    New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around 18 € for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Ace
    · Budget
    · Hertz
    · Dollar
    · Avis

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport range from 282 € to 496 €, with an average of 376 € over the past 12 months. Anything below 282 € counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights?

    Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights:

    • • JetBlue
    • • Alaska Airlines
    • • Delta
    • • American Airlines

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average 356 € – about 67 € less than Sunday (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 44% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport trip for January. Fares historically average 261 € return in that month – typically 231 € less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Alaska Airlines is the strongest pick on this route. 88% of Alaska Airlines flights from San Francisco to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 86%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours59 minutes, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages 126 € return on this route – about 255 € less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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

 
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

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

New York John F Kennedy Intl to San Francisco

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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