Question 1

How long is the flight from San Francisco to New York?

Accepted Answer

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to New York typically takes around 5 hours 45 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, allow more travel time. Typical one-stop itineraries take around 12 hours 27 minutes. For the quickest trip, a nonstop flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to New York?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are nonstop flights from San Francisco to New York, averaging around 15 to 16 flights per day, operated by, among others, American Airlines, Delta and JetBlue Airways. If you want to fly without a layover, it is worth filtering specifically for nonstop flights when searching.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from San Francisco to New York?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from San Francisco to New York are operated by, among others, American Airlines, Delta and JetBlue Airways. Connecting flights with one stop are also available, for example with Sun Country Airlines (via Minneapolis). If travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

On which days are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to New York?

Accepted Answer

Nonstop flights from San Francisco to New York operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day does not have a nonstop flight, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from San Francisco to New York?

Accepted Answer

From San Francisco to New York, there are on average around 15 to 16 flights per day. This usually means you have a good choice of departure times. If you are flexible, you can easily compare times, prices, and airlines.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from San Francisco to New York?

Accepted Answer

From San Francisco to New York, there are around 105 to 106 flights per week. This means you usually have connections available on several days and at various times. Beyond the price, it is worth comparing flight duration, airline, and any potential additional fees.

Question 7

When does the first flight from San Francisco to New York depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest nonstop flight from San Francisco to New York usually departs at 6:04 AM. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are especially useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in New York.

Question 8

When does the last flight from San Francisco to New York depart?

Accepted Answer

The last nonstop flight from San Francisco to New York usually departs at 11:49 PM. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a nonstop flight, as a connecting itinerary could push the arrival time significantly later.

Question 9

Which airports near New York are frequently chosen as a destination?

Accepted Answer

If you want to travel to New York, Philadelphia may also be worth considering as destination airports. These airports are frequently checked by users as an alternative. When comparing, consider whether a cheaper flight is really worth a longer onward journey.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
San Francisco New York Please note: transfer for connecting flight	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (LAS) F91850, B60948 13h 49min	Return 08/25/26 direct B60515 06h 37min	Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways		$294
Best option San Francisco New York	Outbound 08/20/26 direct B60416 05h 45min	Return 08/25/26 direct B60515 06h 37min	JetBlue Airways		$351
San Francisco New York	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (DFW) AA2305, AA0481 08h 54min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (SAN) AS0035, AS1450 08h 27min	American Airlines	?	$329
San Francisco New York	Outbound 08/20/26 direct B60116 05h 38min	Return 08/25/26 direct B60115 06h 11min	JetBlue Airways		$359
San Francisco New York	Outbound 08/20/26 direct B60416 05h 45min	Return 08/25/26 direct B60515 06h 37min	JetBlue Airways	?	$360
San Francisco New York	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (SAN) AS0426, AS0036 12h 51min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (SAN) AS0035, AS1450 08h 27min	Alaska Airlines		$373
San Francisco New York	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (SAN) AS3007, AS0036 10h 32min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (SAN) AS0035, AS1450 08h 27min	Alaska Airlines		$381
San Francisco New York	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (DFW) AA2305, AA0578 11h 24min	Return 08/25/26 direct B60115 06h 11min	American Airlines	?	$397
San Francisco New York	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (SAN) AS3007, AS0036 10h 32min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (SAN) AS0035, AS1450 08h 27min	Alaska Airlines	?	$399
San Francisco New York	Outbound 08/20/26 1 Stopover (DFW) AA0304, AA0578 10h 35min	Return 08/25/26 1 Stopover (CLT) AA0493, AA1538 10h 59min	American Airlines	?	$552

Roundtrip from	$294.00
Flight duration	min. 05:20 / max. 05:45
Return flight duration	min. 06:40/ max. 07:05
Distance	4156 km
Flights per week	167
Departure airport	Airport San Francisco International Airport, CA (SFO)
Arrival airport	Airport New York - John F. Kennedy International Airport, NY (JFK)
Destination country	Flights to United States
Departure airport - Destination country	San Francisco International Airport, CA - United States
Departure airport - City-Code	San Francisco International Airport, CA - New York

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