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Flight deals from New York Newark to San Francisco International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York Newark Airport to San Francisco International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,950. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

San Francisco.R 2,128 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,128, select.

San Francisco.R 2,281 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,281, select.

San Francisco.R 2,318 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,318, select.

San Francisco.R 2,821 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Jan.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,821, select.

San Francisco.R 2,833 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,833, select.

San Francisco.R 3,053 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Mar.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,053, select.

San Francisco.R 3,081 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from New York Newark on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,081, select.

San Francisco.R 3,116 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Apr.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York Newark on Sat, 24 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,116, select.

San Francisco.R 3,199 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Feb.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 3 Feb, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,199, select.

San Francisco.R 3,268 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 May.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 11 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,268, select.

San Francisco.R 3,276 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Jul.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 27 Jul, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,276, select.

San Francisco.R 3,276 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Jun.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York Newark on Sat, 5 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,276, select.

San Francisco.R 3,316 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Aug.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 4 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,316, select.

San Francisco.R 3,321 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from New York Newark on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,321, select.

San Francisco.R 3,432 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 Jan.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Sat, 16 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,432, select.

San Francisco.R 3,556 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from New York Newark on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,556, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to San Francisco International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York Newark to San Francisco International flights are currently cheapest in October.

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New York Newark to San Francisco International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York Newark to San Francisco below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Francisco International.

New York to San Francisco: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 2,128
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	6 hrs, 23 mins
Most popular airline	United
Average flights per week	346

Finding cheap flights from New York Newark to San Francisco International: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from New York Newark to San Francisco International?

The best price we found for a return flight from New York Newark to San Francisco International is R 3,950. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from New York Newark to San Francisco International?

6 hours and 23 minutes is the average flight time from New York Newark to San Francisco International.

Which airlines fly direct from New York Newark to San Francisco International?

United, Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand fly direct from New York Newark to San Francisco International.

How many flights are there a week from New York Newark to San Francisco International?

As of September 2026, there are 391 flights per week flying from New York Newark to San Francisco International.

When is the cheapest time to fly from New York Newark to San Francisco International?

The cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to San Francisco International is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from New York Newark Airport to San Francisco International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York Newark Airport to San Francisco International Airport on Wednesday, 21 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from New York Newark Airport to San Francisco International Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 24 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to San Francisco International?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Francisco International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to San Francisco?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Francisco is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from New York Newark Airport to San Francisco International with?

Currently, Frontier Airlines and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to San Francisco International.

Flying from New York Newark Airport (EWR) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know

The average length of a direct flight from New York Newark Airport to San Francisco International Airport is 6 hours 20 minutes.
San Francisco is three hours behind New York and observes the UTC-8 timezone.
Every week, there are 78 New York Newark Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights. To take off as early as possible, take the 05:55 United Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 20:15 with United Airlines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your EWR to SFO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months such as December, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
United offers direct flights from New York Newark Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in San Francisco — and maybe even more of the United States if you have time.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is United.
Alaska Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering EWR to SFO flights, with 76.7% of its services landing on schedule.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from New York Newark Airport to San Francisco International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between EWR and SFO include:
- Denver International Airport
- Detroit Wayne County Airport
- Washington Dulles Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from New York Newark Airport (EWR) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

R 2,128 is currently the lowest price for a one-way New York Newark Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 3,950. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To secure cheap tickets from EWR to SFO, reserve your journey 11 months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from New York Newark Airport to San Francisco International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Landing cheap flights from EWR to SFO is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from New York Newark Airport to San Francisco International Airport.

Handy information about New York Newark Airport (EWR)

EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
Of all flights leaving New York Newark Airport, 71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to New York Newark Airport from central New York, it takes about 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour on public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near EWR. Whether you have an early flight from New York Newark Airport to San Francisco International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

If you're landing on a late New York Newark Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these hotels near SFO:
Follow your own route with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and venture far and wide through San Francisco and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport around one week ahead of your trip.

When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

The quietest month for a flight from New York Newark Airport to San Francisco International Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit San Francisco based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your flights from New York Newark Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from EWR to SFO around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of the United States

San Francisco is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. About 64 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, a trip to San Jose will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
If you want to check out another side of the United States, head for Fresno, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo are among the biggest draws.