San Francisco from New York, Nov 14–21: $2,449 for two, all in
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- Chelsea Inn, rated 8.2 by 1,885 guests
- Free cancellation at Chelsea Inn
- Typical highs 58–62°F, lows near 50°F this time of year
The catch: Not nonstop: a stop on the way, 8h 22m in all.
Worth it if you want to walk, eat and see things; skip it if you want to switch off.
Round-trip flights on United. Operated by Mesa Airlines DBA United Express from New York to San Francisco cost $427 per person for Nov 14–21, 2026 when we checked. Three places to stay start at $112 a night for the 7-night stay. Prices move; every link below shows the live price.
The total, before you go
$2,449 for two · 7 nights · flights, hotel, taxes & fees
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $854 |
| Chelsea Inn, 7 nights, two guests, taxes in | $1,595 |
| The total, before you go | $2,449 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $160 |
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $40 each way per bag on United, $160 for two round trip); a resort fee, if the hotel has one, is collected at the desk. Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
$427 per person, round trip
$854 for two, taxes and fees included · United. Operated by Mesa Airlines DBA United Express · 1 stop · 8h 22m
Out Sat, Nov 14, 6:00 AM – Sat, Nov 14, 11:22 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| United. Operated by Mesa Airlines DBA United Express | $427 | 1 stop | 8h 22m |
| United | $427 | 1 stop | 8h 45m |
| United | $427 | 1 stop | 8h 48m |
Prices checked Oct 13, 2026, 4:58 PM EDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why San Francisco
Why we picked it: $427 per person is the lowest price in this group for a 7-night city, food and bay-views trip, with highs of 58–62°F.
San Francisco packs the Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars, Alcatraz and a pioneering food scene into a compact city of hills and bay views.
Weather in San Francisco, Nov 14–21
Typical highs 58–62°F, lows near 50°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Nov 14 | 62 °F | 51 °F | Drizzle |
| Sun, Nov 15 | 61 °F | 51 °F | Clear |
| Mon, Nov 16 | 61 °F | 51 °F | Overcast |
| Tue, Nov 17 | 60 °F | 48 °F | Overcast |
| Wed, Nov 18 | 58 °F | 51 °F | Drizzle |
| Thu, Nov 19 | 59 °F | 49 °F | Overcast |
| Fri, Nov 20 | 61 °F | 49 °F | Rain |
| Sat, Nov 21 | 62 °F | 49 °F | Overcast |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in San Francisco
Chelsea Inn
$1,595 for 7 nights, two guests · $228 a night
See roomsSan Francisco Marriott Union Square
$5,802 for 7 nights, two guests · $829 a night
See roomsCasa Loma Hotel
$784 for 7 nights, two guests · $112 a night
See roomsAll hotels in San Francisco for these dates
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Where in San Francisco
- Union Square: Central hotels with cable cars and shopping at the door.
- Fisherman's Wharf / North Beach: Waterfront, Alcatraz ferries and Italian cafes.
- Nob Hill: Grand historic hotels with bay views.
- The Mission: Murals, taquerias and the sunniest weather in town.
- Marina / Cow Hollow: Boutique inns near the Golden Gate and Crissy Field.
What to do in San Francisco
Signature experiences
- Walk or bike across the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito
- Take the ferry to Alcatraz
- Ride a cable car over Nob Hill
- Eat dim sum in Chinatown and burritos in the Mission
- See the redwoods at Muir Woods
- Watch the sea lions at Pier 39
Tours and tickets in San Francisco
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Getting there and around
| Airports in New York | John F. Kennedy International (JFK), Newark Liberty International (EWR), LaGuardia (LGA) |
|---|---|
| Airports in San Francisco | San Francisco International (SFO), Oakland International (OAK), San José Mineta International (SJC) |
| Flight time | 8h 22m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 2,566 miles each way |
| Time difference | -3 hours |
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What 7 nights in San Francisco costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $854 |
| Hotel, 7 nights (Chelsea Inn) | $1,595 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 7 days for two | $2,660 |
| Total for two | $5,109 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for a luxury destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: New York to San Francisco
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $427 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $427 (Oct 13, 2026) |
| Price checks | 2 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travelers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for San Francisco.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
Questions readers ask
How much does 7 nights in San Francisco from New York cost?
About $5,109 for two: $854 in flights, $1,595 for the hotel and $2,660 for food, getting around and tickets.
What is the weather like in San Francisco Nov 14–21?
Typical highs 58–62°F, lows near 50°F this time of year
Do I need a passport for San Francisco?
No. No passport needed for travelers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for San Francisco.
How long is the flight from New York to San Francisco?
8h 22m with 1 stop on United. Operated by Mesa Airlines DBA United Express, on the fare we found.
Is $427 a good price for New York to San Francisco?
We have 2 price checks on this route so far, not enough to call a price typical; the route page lists every fare we found and the history builds with each check.
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