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Flights from New York to San Francisco
Search and compare New York (JFK) to San Francisco (SFO) flights by date, airline and cabin.
New York (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport
San Francisco (SFO)
San Francisco International Airport
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Route at a glance
FromJohn F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
ToSan Francisco International Airport (SFO)
TypeDomestic
DistanceAbout 2,579 miles
Nonstop flying timeAbout 5h 30m
Typical cabinsEconomy to First
Airport information
New YorkJohn F. Kennedy International Airport — JFK
San FranciscoSan Francisco International Airport — SFO
CountryUnited States → United States
Planning your New York–San Francisco trip
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- Refundable fares cost more but allow changes; non-refundable fares are cheaper but restrictive.
- Prices generally move with how far ahead you book and the day of week.
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