JFK (New York) to SFO (San Francisco) flights arrive on time 79% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is American Airlines at 83%. The average delay is 73 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated April 2026.JFK → SFO
JFK (New York) to SFO (San Francisco)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 79% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
American Airlines edges out JetBlue Airways on this route — 83% vs 75% on time.
Airline Comparison
American Airlines leads at 83% on time; JetBlue Airways trails at 75%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from JFK
78% on timeExpect ~22 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. JFK has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~32 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
JFK cancels 2.3% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at SFO
80% on timeWhen flights into SFO are late, the average delay is 67 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at SFO: TSA is ~12 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated April 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.