New York to San Francisco (LGA–SFO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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New York to San Francisco
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
2,573 mi 5h 46m nonstop -3h behind 88 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between LGA and SFO, connecting options are available through 88 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for LGA to SFO.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
88
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~31h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,698
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach San Francisco from New York

Nearby airports with service to San Francisco International Airport.
Metric LGA→SFO JFK→SFO TEB→SFO
Distance from LGA – 11 mi 11 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 32 14
Weekly flights 0 561 4
Flight time 5h 46m 6h 14m 5h 31m
Departure OTP 69% – –
New York (JFK) to San Francisco flights · Teterboro (TEB) to San Francisco flights · Newark (EWR) to San Francisco flights
Airports within 200 miles of LGA with service to San Francisco International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-3h
San Francisco is 3 hours behind New York.
LGA: EDT · SFO: PDT

When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 3:00 PM in San Francisco.
Distance & Flight Time
2,573 mi / 4,141 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 46m.
Getting to LGA
Until then, the M60 Select Bus Service runs from 106th Street/Broadway in Manhattan to LGA for $2.90 (MetroCard); the trip takes 45–70 minutes. Transfers from the subway at Astoria-Ditmars Blvd (N/W trains) also work via the Q70 Select Bus.Taxis from Midtown cost $30–45 plus tolls and tip. Ride-shares (Uber/Lyft) run $35–55. Traffic on the Grand Central Parkway and Van Wyck can double travel times during rush hours; allow 90 minutes from Midtown during peaks.

Getting from SFO

BART from SFO station (free AirTrain from any terminal to the station) to downtown San Francisco takes 30–40 minutes ($10.45 to Embarcadero). Traffic on 101 can make taxis and ride-hails much slower during peak hours; BART skips all of that. BART also reaches Oakland, Berkeley, and Millbrae for Caltrain connections.Ride-hails from SFO use a dedicated garage pickup area; follow signs. Taxis are metered; downtown SF costs $40–60. Caltrain to the Peninsula (Mountain View, Palo Alto, San Jose) requires taking BART to Millbrae station for the transfer. Rental cars are at a consolidated facility accessible by AirTrain.

San Francisco Climate

Coastal fog dominates the climate pattern. The thick marine layer ("Karl the Fog") rolls into SFO from the Pacific regularly in summer (June–September), causing significant low-visibility delays even on days that appear sunny inland. Morning fog burns off by afternoon most days, but persistent IFR conditions can last all day. This is the primary flight disruption risk at SFO.

Temperatures are mild year-round (10–20°C) with little seasonal variation. Winters bring rain (December–March) and occasional atmospheric river events that cause brief but intense flooding on the 101. Summers are cool. Pack a light jacket year-round. Wind off the bay affects small aircraft approach paths.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

LGA–SFO Quick Facts

Key statistics for the New York to San Francisco route.
Route details
Distance2,573 mi / 4,141 km
Flight time5h 46m
Time difference-3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections88 hubs
Origin: LGA
Full nameLaGuardia Airport
IATA / ICAOLGA / KLGA
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr33.4M
Elevation21 ft / 6 m
Destination: SFO
Full nameSan Francisco International Airport
IATA / ICAOSFO / KSFO
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr52.3M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about LGA to SFO flights.
Nonstop flights from LaGuardia Airport to San Francisco International Airport take approximately 5h 46m. The route covers 2,573 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through RAP, RIL, MBS, GRR, PWK, PGA, CPS, YKF, MSN, APA, TEX, HPN, SUS, LAS, SJC, MMU, BED, PSM, BFI, JAC, PHL, MKE, EGE, BFL, ASE, EWR, RIC, SCF, VNY, BWI, PHX, MVY, AGS, TYS, MEM, ACK, BGR, BZN, JAX, SLC, CHS, OPF, SUA, JFK, HOU, BCT, TUL, PNS, APF, AUS, PBI, NAS, RSW, SJU, XNA, MCI, MDW, YUL, PIT, IAD, ATL, CMH, OKC, DEN, DCA, DTW, RDU, MSP, DFW, ORD, IND, STL, BOS, YYZ, CLT, MCO, CLE, TPA, IAH, MIA, CVG, BNA, OMA, MSY, DAL, FLL, SDF and JWN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
San Francisco is 3 hours behind New York.
Yes, return flights from SFO to LGA are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include JFK, TEB and EWR. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from LGA to SFO

LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

LGA to SFO Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from LGA to SFO ranges from 5 hours 46 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,573 miles (4,141 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

88 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via RAP. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include New York (JFK), Teterboro (TEB) and Newark (EWR).