How often are flights from San Francisco to New York delayed?

Historically, on average around 12% of flights between San Francisco and New York have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 187 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to New York flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to New York on average per day?

The number of flights available between San Francisco and New York is 40 per day as of November 2025. The most frequent departure time is 07:00, with 54% of daily flights leaving at midday.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to New York flights?

According to our data, American Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 11% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to New York on average per week?

The number of flights available between San Francisco and New York is 280 per week as of November 2025. The most frequent departure day is Sat, with 19% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to New York?

United Airlines and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to New York

When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to New York?

Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to New York are refreshed on a daily basis.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to New York?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Francisco Airport to New York.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New York may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at New York. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to New York from San Francisco, with most prices found around €279. If you aren’t able to travel to New York during the month of February, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of €292.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New York?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to New York is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as €321. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around €962. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to New York.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New York?

Flying to New York from San Francisco in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as €279 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Try not to purchase tickets at midday because they tend to be around €556. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to New York flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to New York?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New York from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York for around €338 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New York from San Francisco for as low as €268 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to New York flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to New York flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to New York flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between San Francisco to New York.

How have San Francisco to New York flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for San Francisco to New York flights are approximately 20% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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How far is San Francisco to New York by plane?
San Francisco and New York are 4125.5 km apart from one another. By plane, this route typically takes 5h 19m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to New York?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to New York are refreshed on a daily basis.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to New York?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Francisco Airport to New York.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New York may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at New York. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from San Francisco to New York?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from San Francisco to New York is Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321, representing 17.43% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) at 13.98%, Airbus A321 (sharklets) at 11.27%, and Boeing 757-200 at 11.16%.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to New York?

What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to New York flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to New York flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to New York flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between San Francisco to New York.

How have San Francisco to New York flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for San Francisco to New York flights are approximately 20% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to New York?

United Airlines and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to New York

How often are flights from San Francisco to New York delayed?

Historically, on average around 12% of flights between San Francisco and New York have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 187 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to New York flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to New York flights?

According to our data, American Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 11% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to New York on average per day?

The number of flights available between San Francisco and New York is 40 per day as of November 2025. The most frequent departure time is 07:00, with 54% of daily flights leaving at midday.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to New York on average per week?

The number of flights available between San Francisco and New York is 280 per week as of November 2025. The most frequent departure day is Sat, with 19% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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