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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to New York LaGuardia flights are currently cheapest in January.

San Francisco International to New York LaGuardia: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Francisco International to New York below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than New York LaGuardia.

San Francisco to New York: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$169
Cheapest month to flyJanuary

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to New York LaGuardia: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to New York LaGuardia is $169. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Francisco International to New York LaGuardia. But we found flights with one or more stops from $169.
As of December 2025, there are no flights flying from San Francisco International to New York LaGuardia.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to New York LaGuardia is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport on Wednesday, 7 January 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Francisco International Airport and New York LaGuardia Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to New York LaGuardia but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to New York LaGuardia.

Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA): what you need to know

  • New York's timezone is UTC-4, which makes New York three hours ahead of San Francisco.

  • Your SFO to LGA flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • Travelling during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to LaGuardia Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SFO and LGA:

    • Denver International Airport

    • Chicago Midway International Airport

    • Eppley Airfield Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • $85 is the best price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to LaGuardia Airport flight. Return flights start from $169. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.

  • It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from SFO to LGA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.

  • Getting cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to LaGuardia Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across the month and bag a great deal.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SFO to LGA by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from San Francisco International Airport to LaGuardia Airport.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • Of the departures from San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% land on schedule at their destination.

  • Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • The journey when using public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.

  • Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near SFO. Whether you're taking an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to LaGuardia Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to LGA if you're catching a late San Francisco International Airport to LaGuardia Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:

  • Travel at your own pace with a LaGuardia Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Ace Rent a Car or Thrifty and experience more of New York and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle from LaGuardia Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

Getting from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to central New York

  • The street address for LGA is Hangar 7 Centre.

  • LaGuardia Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of New York. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.

  • It typically takes 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to LaGuardia Airport. To escape the crowds, visit New York in February.

  • The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from San Francisco International Airport to LaGuardia Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • Look for cheap tickets from SFO to LGA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC on average.

Explore more of United States

  • Philadelphia is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

  • Around 306 kilometres north-east of New York, Boston is another essential stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.

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