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Get a United fare check: Newark and San Francisco
The Newark to San Francisco route at a glance
This is a full cross-country flight between two United hubs. Newark to San Francisco is about 2,570 miles, around six hours in the air, and San Francisco is three hours behind, so a morning departure can land you with most of the West Coast day still ahead. Summer fog is a known quirk at SFO and can slow arrivals, so if you've got a tight connection on the other end, it's worth building in some extra time during the warmer months.
Tips for this route
- Some United flights on this route have premium cabins. If you’re thinking of upgrading, ask us to check.
- If you’re heading around the Bay, Oakland and San Jose are sometimes worth pricing as well.
- Newark and the New York airports can have different fares. If you live in the city, ask us to compare them.
How it works
- Call 1-800-369-5081 or send a fare-check request with your dates and number of travelers.
- We check United fares between Newark and San Francisco.
- You review the options and confirm before anything is booked.
Questions about this route
Are you United Airlines?
No. TravelonAir is an independent travel agency and is not affiliated with United Airlines.
Is there a time difference between Newark and San Francisco?
Yes, three hours. San Francisco is behind, so a morning departure from Newark can still land you early in the day locally.
Can you check Oakland or San Jose as well as SFO?
Yes. If you can use them, tell us and we’ll compare what we find.
Is there a time difference between Newark and San Francisco?
Yes. San Francisco is three hours behind Newark.
Can you book the return flight too?
Yes. Tell us your dates for both directions, or ask for two one-way tickets. We’ll compare the options.