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Cheap flights from New York to San Diego from £79

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Delta Logo
20:40 - 00:11
JFK
-
SAN
6h 31mdirect
Delta Logo
22:25 - 06:50
SAN
-
JFK
5h 25mdirect
£151Delta
Fri, 13 Mar - Tue, 14 Apr
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:00 - 11:39
JFK
-
SAN
6h 39mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:35 - 16:00
SAN
-
JFK
5h 25mdirect
£157Multiple Airlines
Mon, 2 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
11:30 - 19:19
JFK
-
SAN
10h 49m
1 stop
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
19:26 - 07:30
SAN
-
JFK
9h 04m
1 stop
£159Hawaiian Airlines
Thu, 12 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar
Alaska Airlines Logo
17:00 - 23:59
JFK
-
SAN
9h 59m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
07:35 - 16:00
SAN
-
JFK
5h 25mdirect
£165Alaska Airlines
Fri, 6 Mar - Mon, 9 Mar
United Airlines Logo
07:45 - 13:47
LGA
-
SAN
9h 02m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
11:28 - 21:29
SAN
-
LGA
7h 01m
1 stop
£170United Airlines
Thu, 26 Feb - Thu, 5 Mar
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
17:00 - 23:59
JFK
-
SAN
9h 59m
1 stop
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
08:39 - 22:59
SAN
-
JFK
11h 20m
1 stop
£172Hawaiian Airlines
Mon, 2 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar
Alaska Airlines Logo
07:00 - 16:46
JFK
-
SAN
12h 46m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
07:35 - 16:00
SAN
-
JFK
5h 25mdirect
£173Alaska Airlines
Wed, 11 Mar - Fri, 13 Mar
United Airlines Logo
18:00 - 21:25
EWR
-
SAN
6h 25mdirect
United Airlines Logo
07:05 - 15:22
SAN
-
EWR
5h 17mdirect
£173United Airlines
Fri, 20 Feb - Tue, 24 Feb
Southwest Logo
16:55 - 23:05
LGA
-
SAN
9h 10m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
10:30 - 22:40
SAN
-
LGA
9h 10m
2 stops
£176Southwest
Tue, 17 Feb - Tue, 24 Feb
Southwest Logo
06:50 - 19:25
LGA
-
SAN
15h 35m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
07:55 - 20:30
SAN
-
LGA
9h 35m
1 stop
£181Southwest
Tue, 31 Mar - Wed, 15 Apr

Southwest flights from New York to San Diego

Our best Southwest deals on New York to San Diego flight tickets
Southwest
25 Mar
LGA14:10New York LaGuardia
10h 05m
1 stop
SAN21:15San Diego
31 Mar
SAN06:20San Diego
11h 30m
2 stops
LGA20:50New York LaGuardia
£176
Southwest
25 Mar
LGA15:30New York LaGuardia
10h 00m
2 stops
SAN22:30San Diego
31 Mar
SAN07:55San Diego
11h 35m
2 stops
LGA22:30New York LaGuardia
£180
Southwest
31 Mar
LGA06:50New York LaGuardia
15h 35m
2 stops
SAN19:25San Diego
15 Apr
SAN07:55San Diego
9h 35m
1 stop
LGA20:30New York LaGuardia
£181

United Airlines flights from New York to San Diego

Our best United Airlines deals on New York to San Diego flight tickets
United Airlines
26 Feb
LGA07:45New York LaGuardia
9h 02m
1 stop
SAN13:47San Diego
5 Mar
SAN11:28San Diego
7h 01m
1 stop
LGA21:29New York LaGuardia
£170
United Airlines
10 Feb
EWR18:15Newark
6h 13m
SAN21:28San Diego
24 Feb
SAN13:40San Diego
5h 17m
EWR21:57Newark
£180
United Airlines
21 Feb
EWR09:05Newark
6h 26m
SAN12:31San Diego
28 Feb
SAN07:05San Diego
5h 17m
EWR15:22Newark
£181

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Depart

Return

Price

New YorkSan Diego

JFK - SAN

JFKSAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 13/3

20:40-00:11

Nonstop6h 31m

San Diego

Tue 14/4

22:25-06:50

Nonstop5h 25m

£151

New YorkSan Diego

JFK - SAN

JFKSAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/3

08:00-11:39

Nonstop6h 39m

San Diego

Tue 17/3

07:35-16:00

Nonstop5h 25m

£157

New YorkSan Diego

JFK - SAN

JFKSAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 12/3

11:30-19:19

1 stop10h 49m

San Diego

Thu 19/3

19:26-07:30

1 stop9h 04m

£159

New YorkSan Diego

JFK - SAN

JFKSAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 6/3

17:00-23:59

1 stop9h 59m

San Diego

Mon 9/3

07:35-16:00

Nonstop5h 25m

£165

New YorkSan Diego

LGA - SAN

LGASAN

New York LaGuardia

Thu 26/2

07:45-13:47

1 stop9h 02m

San Diego

Thu 5/3

11:28-21:29

1 stop7h 01m

£170

New YorkSan Diego

JFK - SAN

JFKSAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/3

17:00-23:59

1 stop9h 59m

San Diego

Tue 17/3

08:39-22:59

1 stop11h 20m

£172

New YorkSan Diego

JFK - SAN

JFKSAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/3

07:00-16:46

1 stop12h 46m

San Diego

Fri 13/3

07:35-16:00

Nonstop5h 25m

£173

NewarkSan Diego

EWR - SAN

EWRSAN

Newark

Fri 20/2

18:00-21:25

Nonstop6h 25m

San Diego

Tue 24/2

07:05-15:22

Nonstop5h 17m

£173

New YorkSan Diego

LGA - SAN

LGASAN

New York LaGuardia

Tue 17/2

16:55-23:05

1 stop9h 10m

San Diego

Tue 24/2

10:30-22:40

2 stops9h 10m

£176

New YorkSan Diego

LGA - SAN

LGASAN

New York LaGuardia

Tue 31/3

06:50-19:25

2 stops15h 35m

San Diego

Wed 15/4

07:55-20:30

1 stop9h 35m

£181

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and San Diego?

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?

If you don’t want to visit San Diego in September, then you should wait until March to fly from New York, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £249.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

The cheapest day to depart from New York to San Diego is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as £187. Flights from New York to San Diego on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around £333. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from New York to San Diego when you can find flight prices for as low as £260. Flying to San Diego in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around £271. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest New York to San Diego flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Diego?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Diego from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Diego for around £268 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Diego from New York for as low as £223 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New York to San Diego flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to San Diego flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on New York to San Diego flights?

You could potentially save up to 15% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to San Diego flight.

How have New York to San Diego flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for New York to San Diego flights are approximately 13% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from New York to San Diego

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from New York to San Diego according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap New York to San Diego (NYC to SAN) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from New York to San Diego

Fastest flight time

6h 27m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Diego

1 airport
The fastest flight from New York to San Diego takes 6h 27m
Direct flights go from New York to San Diego every day.
There is 1 airport in San Diego. From New York there are direct flights to San Diego (SAN).
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  • How far is New York to San Diego by plane?

    San Diego is 2426.8 mi away from New York. By plane, this route typically takes 6h 27m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to San Diego Airport?

    Prices for flights from New York to San Diego Airport were last updated today.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from New York to San Diego Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New York to San Diego Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your San Diego Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from New York to San Diego?

Best airlines flying from New York to San Diego

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from New York to San Diego with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
JetBluePriceFrom £187Free CancellationRating
7.2
2,891 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom £227Free CancellationRating
8.0
11,801 reviews
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  • Alaska Airlines Flights From New York to San Diego

    The lowest priced Alaska Airlines flight from New York to San Diego from the last 72 hours was £227. Generally, Alaska Airlines has 5 flights on this route every week with an average price of £343. Alaska Airlines is rated 8.0/10 by our users.

  • JetBlue Flights From New York to San Diego

    £187 is the best JetBlue flight deal from New York to San Diego found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average JetBlue ticket price found was closer to £187, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. JetBlue (7.2/10 from 2,891 user reviews) flies into San Diego from New York 4 times in an average week so prices can vary.

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momondo helps you find the best flight between New York and San Diego by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

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