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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to New York

Compare partner fares from San Francisco to New York LaGuardia, get to SFO by BART, Caltrain or SamTrans, and find your terminal and ride at LGA.

SFO to LGA · 2,573 mi · 6h 2m est.

SFO to LGA
2,573 miles
6h 2m nonstop (estimated)
6 airlines in our fare results

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San Francisco to New York flight insights

Average flight time

~6h 2m (estimated)

SFO → LGA

Cheapest cached price

$141

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Prices shown may not be current. Last checked: Oct 5, 2026.

Planning a trip from San Francisco to New York? The average flight time on this route is ~6h 2m (estimated). The lowest fare we recorded on this route recently was $141 (last checked Oct 5, 2026); today's live fare for your dates can differ.

San Francisco to New York covers a straight-line distance of about 2,573 miles. Based on that distance, a nonstop flight would take approximately ~6h 2m (estimated). Actual flight time varies by airline, aircraft and routing.

San Francisco to New York at a glance

SFO to LGA is about 2,573 miles in a straight line. The curved line is an illustration; the route your airline flies may differ.

Route Quick Facts

Quick facts for flights from San Francisco to New York on Eazair
Origin	San Francisco (SFO)
Destination	New York (LGA)
Average Flight Time	~6h 2m (estimated)
Current Lowest Fare	$141
Fares Last Checked	Oct 5, 2026
Distance	2,573 miles (SFO to LGA)
Time in New York	3 hours ahead of San Francisco
Airlines in our fare results	6

Local time in New York is 3 hours ahead of San Francisco. San Francisco is on Pacific Time, New York on Eastern Time.

Flight deals from San Francisco to New York

This page searches flights from San Francisco International (SFO) to LaGuardia (LGA) only. New York JFK and Newark Liberty International (EWR), in New Jersey, are separate airports, so check which one your ticket shows. Southwest, United, American, JetBlue, Delta and Frontier have appeared in EazAir's fare checks for this route. LaGuardia lists American, Frontier, JetBlue, Southwest and United in Terminal B, and Delta says all its LaGuardia flights use the new Terminal C.

Caltrain riders can reach SFO by changing to BART at Millbrae, which BART says has a cross-platform connection and sits a 4-minute ride from the airport. For United, BART says its SFO station is a short walk to Terminal 3. SamTrans routes 292, 397 and the late-night ECR OWL stop at the terminals, with the Terminal 3 stop curbside next to Courtyard 4. Checkpoint, PreCheck and CLEAR locations at SFO were not confirmed for this guide, so ask your airline.

Terminal B and Terminal C at LaGuardia are joined by a pedestrian path, and the free All Terminals Shuttle runs 24 hours a day. The free Q70 LaGuardia Link bus stops at Terminals C and B; the MTA says it runs every 8 to 10 minutes and reaches Jackson Heights-Roosevelt Av/74 St-Broadway station in about 15 minutes in typical traffic, with Woodside for the LIRR. Ride apps pick up on Level 2 of the Terminal B parking garage, or the arrivals inner lane at Terminal C.

EazAir's first 2 fare checks for SFO to LGA were on 15 Sep and 5 Oct 2026, each for the lowest one-way economy fare for one adult, departing 30 days later. The highest result was at least one and a half times the lowest. American, Delta, Southwest and JetBlue's Main Base fare include a carry-on, while United Basic Economy on domestic flights and Frontier without a bundle allow a personal item only. Search your own dates, and check the final price, bags and fare rules on the partner site before you pay.

Airports for San Francisco to New York flights

Departure · San Francisco

San Francisco International (SFO)

Pacific Time

Other airports near San Francisco Bay Area: Oakland International (OAK), Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International (SJC)

Arrival · New York

LaGuardia (LGA)

Eastern Time

Other airports near New York: John F. Kennedy International (JFK), Newark Liberty International (EWR), Stewart International (SWF)

About New York

Areas to know in New York

Greenwich Village
SoHo
Williamsburg

Weather in New York

Four distinct seasons, with hot, humid summers and cold winters that bring occasional snow.

San Francisco to New York: airport and fare guide

Checked on 17 Oct 2026 against the airport, airline and transit pages listed under Sources. Airports and airlines change these details, so confirm them with your airline before you fly.

EazAir searches New York with the LGA code, and the New York area has more than one airport, so check the airport code on every result.

LaGuardia (LGA) and New York JFK (JFK) are separate airports, and Newark Liberty International (EWR) is a third airport, in New Jersey. Check which one your ticket shows.

Oakland (OAK) and San Jose (SJC) are separate airports in the same region. Check that your ticket says SFO.

Leaving from San Francisco International (SFO)

By BART, ride to the SFO station in the International Terminal. BART says to walk, or take the AirTrain Red Line, to Terminal 1, 2 or 3 for domestic flights.
By Caltrain, change to BART at Millbrae, which BART says has a cross-platform connection to Caltrain.
There is no BART parking at the SFO station. BART says the closest station parking is at Millbrae.
Checkpoint, TSA PreCheck and CLEAR locations could not be confirmed for this guide. Check your airline and the airport before you leave.

Arriving at LaGuardia (LGA)

Airline	LGA terminal
American	Terminal B
Delta	Terminal C
United	Terminal B
Southwest	Terminal B
JetBlue	Terminal B
Frontier	Terminal B
Other airlines	Check your boarding pass or airline app.

From the airport's airline list, which shows no update date. Terminal A, the historic Marine Air Terminal, serves Modern Aviation rather than these airlines.

Airline flights use Terminals B and C. Terminal A, historically the Marine Air Terminal, serves Modern Aviation.
A pedestrian path connects Terminal B and Terminal C.
The free All Terminals Shuttle runs 24 hours a day between the terminals, the Economy Lot (Parking Lot 7), Hangar 7 South and 94th Street, every 15 to 20 minutes according to the airport.
Delta describes Terminal C as a centralized terminal that includes drop-off, check-in, security, baggage claim and pickup.

Getting from LGA	Where to board	Where it goes
Q70 LaGuardia Link bus	Terminals C and B. The MTA says it runs every 8 to 10 minutes from the airport.	Free. Jackson Heights-Roosevelt Av/74 St-Broadway subway station, about 15 minutes in typical traffic according to the MTA, then Woodside for the LIRR.
M60 SBS bus	Every terminal, including Terminal A.	Astoria and upper Manhattan, with stops along 125th Street and Broadway near subway stations, and Metro-North at Harlem-125 St. A fare applies.
All Terminals Shuttle	Shuttle stops at every terminal.	Free, 24 hours. Other terminals, the Economy Lot (Parking Lot 7), Hangar 7 South and 94th Street.
Ride apps (Uber, Lyft)	Terminal B: Level 2 of the Terminal B parking garage. Terminal C: arrivals inner lane. Follow "Ride App Pick Up" signs.	Anywhere in the region. Check the plate matches your app.
Taxis	Licensed taxis are available outside each terminal. Use only the official airport taxi stand.	Anywhere in the region. The airport says fares are based on distance and time, and tolls and surcharges can apply.

What the lowest fares include

Fare	Carry-on	Checked bag	Seat	Changes
Delta Main Basic	Delta says every passenger can bring one carry-on and one personal item free.	Delta charges for checked bags on domestic flights unless you qualify for a waiver, such as Medallion status or an eligible Delta SkyMiles American Express card.	Assigned after check-in. You may be able to buy a seat ahead of time for a fee.	Refunds are not allowed after the 24-hour risk-free cancellation window. Delta says a change or cancellation may be possible for a fee, with any value left as an eCredit.
American Basic Economy	Included, plus a personal item.	Not included, except for some AAdvantage status members and eligible cardmembers.	A free seat is assigned at check-in, or you can pay to choose one.	Generally not allowed. American describes a 24-hour window and some credit options on its Basic Economy page.
United Basic Economy	Not included on domestic flights. One personal item only, unless you are a MileagePlus Premier member, travel with one, or hold a qualifying MileagePlus card.	Not included; check United's bag fee calculator.	Assigned by United before boarding.	Changes may not be allowed. Refund if cancelled within 24 hours of booking, under United's 24-hour policy; after that, partial travel credit.
Southwest Basic	Southwest's policy allows one carry-on and one personal item.	Checked bag fees apply to Basic fares.	A free Standard seat is assigned at check-in. Preferred and Extra Legroom seats cost extra.	Only by upgrading to a Choice fare or higher. Cancelling at least 10 minutes before departure gives a flight credit, which for Basic expires 6 months from booking.
JetBlue Main Base (bookings made after 29 Jul 2026)	Included, plus a personal item.	Not included.	Costs extra.	Change fee plus any fare difference. Cancelling gives travel credit minus a fee.
Frontier, without a bundle	Not included. One personal item only.	Not included. Prices vary by travel date and when you buy.	Costs extra, or a seat is assigned after check-in.	Not covered here. Check Frontier's rules before you book.

Based on the airlines' own pages, checked on 17 Oct 2026. Fees are left out because they change often. Check the final price, bags and fare rules on the partner site before you pay.

How EazAir measured fares on this route

EazAir's first 2 fare checks from San Francisco to New York ran from 15 Sep to 5 Oct 2026. Each check asked partner travel sites for the lowest one-way economy fare for one adult, departing 30 days after the check. Results can include connecting flights. The highest result was at least one and a half times the lowest. With only 2 checks, this cannot show a pattern. Search your own dates for current prices.

Sources

BART: San Francisco International Airport (SFO) station (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
BART: Getting to SFO (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
BART: Millbrae station (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
LGA: Terminals (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
LGA: Airlines (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
LGA: Connections guide (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
LGA: Public transportation (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
LGA: All Terminals Shuttle (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
LGA: Ride app services (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
LGA: Taxis (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
LGA: Transportation (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
MTA: How to get to LaGuardia Airport on public transit (Updated October 13th at 9:35am, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
MTA: Getting to Manhattan from LaGuardia Airport (Updated October 13th at 9:35am, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: NYC LaGuardia (LGA) airport map and lounges (June 4, 2022, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Delta Main Basic (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Fares and discounts (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Carry-on baggage (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Bags (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
American Airlines: Basic Economy (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
United: Basic Economy FAQ (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Southwest: Fare information (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Southwest: Assigned seating (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Southwest: Carry-on baggage policy (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Southwest: Fare types and benefits (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
JetBlue: Fare options (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Frontier: What is included in my fare (last modified 25 Mar 2026, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Frontier: Bag options (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Frontier: Bundles (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
EazAir fare checks for SFO to LGA, 15 Sep 2026 to 5 Oct 2026

Frequently asked questions

Does this page search JFK or Newark as well as LaGuardia?

No. It searches LaGuardia (LGA) only. New York JFK and Newark Liberty International (EWR), in New Jersey, are separate airports, so check the airport code on each result.

Which LaGuardia terminal will I arrive at?

Delta says all its LaGuardia arrivals use Terminal C. The airport lists American, Frontier, JetBlue, Southwest and United in Terminal B. Check your boarding pass, as assignments can change.

How do I get from LaGuardia to Manhattan by bus?

The M60 SBS stops at every LaGuardia terminal and runs to upper Manhattan along 125th Street, with a Metro-North connection at Harlem-125 St. A fare applies. The free Q70 links to the subway at Jackson Heights.

How do I get to SFO by BART?

Ride BART to the SFO station on Level 3 of the International Terminal. BART lists two lines there, Antioch to SFIA/Millbrae and Richmond to Millbrae/SFIA, and says there is no BART parking at the airport station.

Is a carry-on included on the lowest fares to LaGuardia?

On some airlines. American Basic Economy, Delta Main Basic, Southwest Basic and JetBlue Main Base include one. United Basic Economy on domestic flights and Frontier without a bundle include a personal item only.

How far is San Francisco from LaGuardia?

SFO and LGA are about 2573 miles apart in a straight line. Flight times vary by airline, direction and routing, so check the scheduled time shown with each result.

Airline bag fees

Baggage allowances differ significantly between fare classes (Basic/Light vs. Standard/Flex) and can change over time. Always verify the exact allowance for your specific fare with the airline before you fly.

Checked bag fees from each airline's own website
Airline	Carry-on, basic economy	1st checked bag	2nd checked bag	Source
American Airlines	Included	$45	$55	aa.com, Sep 24, 2026
United Airlines	Not included	$40	$50	united.com, Sep 24, 2026
Delta Air Lines	Included	$45	$55	delta.com, Sep 24, 2026
Southwest Airlines	Included	$45	$55	southwest.com, Oct 27, 2026
JetBlue	Included	$45	$59	jetblue.com, Sep 24, 2026
Alaska Airlines	Included	$45	$55	alaskaair.com, Sep 24, 2026
Frontier Airlines	Not included	Varies	Varies	flyfrontier.com, Sep 24, 2026
Sun Country Airlines	Not included	Varies	Varies	suncountry.com, Sep 24, 2026

Domestic US fees per bag, each way, when paid online in advance. "Varies" means the airline prices bags by route and date.

Travel tips

Arrive early for domestic flights

TSA generally recommends arriving at least 2 hours before a domestic departure, more at larger hub airports during peak travel periods.

Pack a mixed carry-on

Keep a change of clothes, chargers, and any essentials in your carry-on rather than only your checked bag, in case of a delay or a bag that doesn't arrive with you.

Ease jet lag on longer routes

On longer cross-country flights, adjusting your sleep schedule a day or two before departure and staying hydrated in flight can reduce jet lag on arrival.

Screenshot your confirmation

Save a screenshot or PDF of your booking confirmation and boarding pass before you travel, in case you lose signal or battery at the airport.

Check in online when it opens

Most airlines open online check-in 24 hours before departure. Checking in early can help with seat selection and, on some airlines, boarding group assignment.