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How long is the flight from San Francisco to New York?

SFOSan Francisco
JFKNew York
Flight Time
5 h 7 min
Distance
4,156km

2,583 miles

Departure
13:32
Arrival
21:39
From

SFOSan Francisco

San Francisco International Airport

Departure 13:32 · America/Los_Angeles

To

JFKNew York

John F Kennedy International Airport

Arrival 21:39 · America/New_York

Route Details

The flight from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco to John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York covers a distance of approximately 4,156 kilometers (2,583 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 5 h 7 min, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.

Time Zone Information

Departure Time Zone
America/Los_Angeles
Arrival Time Zone
America/New_York

Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the flight from San Francisco to New York?

A direct flight from San Francisco to New York takes around 5 h 7 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from San Francisco to New York?

The distance from San Francisco to New York is about 4,156 kilometers (2,583 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from San Francisco to New York?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 5 h 7 min. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.

Return Flight

Travelling the other way? Check the flight time from New York to San Francisco.