San Francisco to New York (Newark) $209 Roundtrip w/taxes

Scoop up a ticket quickly...these will not last. "Fair" availability (as of 10:30am) and limited day/season restrictions make this deal HOT. No season restrictions, meaning the fare is valid through the end of the year, no blackout dates and no day limitations on this - yes, you can travel on weekends at this price (April particularly).

Visit: http://www.travelocity.com/ - search SFO-EWR (not NYC) using the flexible dates option. Fares are sold out on some days. Fare Basis: K14RV3N 14-day minimum advance purchase.

U.S. Helicopter: $99 bucks to downtown Manhattan

Of course, you need to fly to the New York area first

On your next flight to New York, consider being flown directly into Manhattan from your arrival airport. U.S. Helicopter Corporation is offering a $99/one way - 10 minute flight from JFK or Newark to downtown Manhattan (and vice-versa). Instead of being part of the morning or evening commute, simply fly over it. Plus the cost isn't much more than a cab ride. Plus plus, it sounds fun! The special $99 promo is valid through October. U.S Helicopter partners with some airlines to handle checked baggage. Visit U.S Helicopter here.

San Francisco to Newark, NJ $185/rt taxes included. Valid for travel Tues/Wed/Saturday August 14th to November 14th. Non-stop service. United Airlines