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Frequently asked questions

Can I catch a flight from JFK Airport to San Francisco Airport right now?
For info on any current San Francisco Airport travel advice and quarantine requirements, visit our Covid-19 Travel Advisor. Check before you arrange your flight, so you don’t get caught up.
What terminal is United Airlines at JFK Airport?
If you’re flying with United Airlines from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK), you’ll generally board from terminal 7. If you’re heading to San Francisco Airport from here, you’re likely to be arriving at terminal 3.
Are there United Airlines non-stop flights from JFK to SFO?
Yes. Lock in a direct flight with United Airlines from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), and you won’t have to stress about a stopover or missing your connecting flight.
How long is a United Airlines flight from JFK to SFO?
Your United Airlines flight from JFK to SFO should take about 7 hours and 20 minutes. But there are many things you can do to pass the time. Chatting to the person beside you about their travel experiences is one of them. If you’d rather a different type of in-flight entertainment, you could always watch a TV show.
What type of aircraft does United Airlines fly from JFK to SFO?
Reserved a ticket with United Airlines? You’ll likely be jetting aboard the Boeing 757-200 aircraft on the JFK to SFO route.
How many direct and indirect flights does United Airlines fly from JFK to SFO?
United Airlines offers around 2 flights each day from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to SFO.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I change my booking to a later date?
For more info about changing your flight to San Francisco Airport, please visit our Customer Service Portal.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
This just in! Airfares offered on Thursdays tend to be the cheapest, according to flight demand on Travelocity in 2021. Tuesday and Wednesday prices are also good, but you may want to prepare your budget if booking during the weekend, as data shows that is when prices are generally at their highest.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Frequent travelers may already know this, but earlier in the week can be the cheapest time to fly. In 2021, flights departing on a Monday were generally the cheapest of the week, whereas you may pay a premium for weekend flights when demand is usually high. On average, tickets were most expensive for Saturday departures, so if you need to fly out on a weekend, you might look for deals ahead of time.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It’s possible to start comparing international airfares on Travelocity up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to our 2021 flight demand trends, last minute planners can still bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 0-2 weeks prior to their travel dates.*According to flight demand on Travelocity.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

Discover our best United flight from New York JFK to San Francisco SFO 

To find the best deals on flights to New York from San Francisco with United, just enter your travel dates, filter by United, and hit search. You’ll find flights to choose from and can sort by price, flight duration, and arrival or departure time.  

 

Return flights from New York JFK to San Francisco SFO with United 

If you’re planning a round trip, booking return flights with United is usually the most cost-effective option. With airfares ranging from to , it’s easy to find a flight that suits your budget. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

Book one-way United flights from New York JFK to San Francisco SFO 

A one-way ticket gives you much greater flexibility—allowing you to choose your return date, destination, and time whenever you’re ready. By booking in advance you can find great deals on one-way tickets too. Right now, a one-way United flight from New York to San Francisco costs from . Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

The easy way to find cheap flights to San Francisco SFO from  New York JFK with United 

To find a cheap United flight from New York JFK to San Francisco SFO, sort your search results by price or filter by budget. Thanks to Travelocity’s Price Match Promise, if you find a better airfare deal anywhere else within 24 hours, we’ll credit or refund the difference. 

 

How to find our best airfare deals on United flights from New York JFK to San Francisco SFO 

If you’re looking for cheap flights, it helps to be flexible when it comes to your travel dates. You’ll usually find lower cost tickets when you travel during quieter months such as , or if you book a flight with a stopover. 

 

Find nonstop flights from New York JFK to San Francisco SFO with United 

If you’re keen to be on San Francisco soil fast, don’t waste time with a stopover—filter your search results to show direct United flights only. The journey takes around hour(s) min(s) – so you’ll be there before you know it. 

 

Flexible airline tickets for United flights from New York JFK to San Francisco SFO 

Make sure you’re not out of pocket if plans change by choosing a flexible ticket with penalty-free amendment and cancellation options. Use our ‘no change fee’ filter to see which flights have this option.  

 

There are a lot of reasons to book your flights to San Francisco SFO from  New York JFK with United on Travelocity 

At Travelocity our vast and up-to-the-minute inventory puts all of our best flight deals in one place. So, whether you’re traveling on business or jetting off with friends and family, you can trust Travelocity to get you there.

United Airports
Hop on a(n) United flight today by flying to many destinations out of these domestic and international airports:
Airport code
Country
Airport name
Number of flights
ORDUSAO'Hare Intl.227
DENUSADenver Intl.226
IAHUSAGeorge Bush Intercontinental136
IADUSAWashington Dulles Intl.100
SFOUSASan Francisco Intl.64
LAXUSALos Angeles Intl.23
EWRUSALiberty Intl.20
FRADEUFrankfurt Intl.19
NRTJPNNarita Intl.19
PEKCHNCapital Intl.16

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