Cheap flights from San Francisco to New York
2,580 mi · 5h 25m average nonstop
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Quick answer: San Francisco to New York at a glance
Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to New York (JFK) cover 2,580 miles (4,151 km) in about 5h 25m nonstop, with 5 airlines flying direct — a long-haul international route. Search Kayak for today's cheapest live fare. Route difficulty 5/10.
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Flying from San Francisco to New York covers 2,580 miles (4,151 km) in approximately 5 hours 25 minutes. 5 airlines offer direct flights on this long-haul international route. This is a long-haul international route requiring advance planning for connections and layovers.
Nonstop distance 2,580 miles. Direct carriers include UA, DL, AA, B6 and AS.
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Airlines on this route
5 airlines fly San Francisco → New York. All are direct routes.
| Airline | Route type |
|---|---|
| UA | Direct |
| DL | Direct |
| AA | Direct |
| B6 | Direct |
| AS | Direct |
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San Francisco to New York — quick answers
How far is San Francisco from New York by plane?
The nonstop flight distance from San Francisco (SFO) to New York (JFK) is 2,580 miles (4,151 km), calculated as a great-circle line from published OpenFlights airport coordinates. Actual flown distance is slightly longer due to airways and winds.
How long is the flight from San Francisco to New York?
The average nonstop flight time from SFO to JFK is 5 hours 25 minutes. Gate-to-gate time is usually 20–35 minutes longer; connecting itineraries add 1–4 hours depending on the layover.
Which airlines fly from San Francisco to New York?
5 airlines serve this route nonstop: UA, DL, AA, B6, AS. Schedules and amenities differ by carrier — compare live frequencies and fare classes on Kayak before you book.