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$139+ Cheap flights from New York (NYC) to San Diego (SAN)

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NYC — SAN
Nov 25 — Dec 21
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The best prices from New York to San Diego are usually found in January or September, booked 34 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from New York to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) to San Diego (SAN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$198
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$139
(FlightHub)
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2024.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/137:59 amJFK - SAN
1 stop14h 11mFrontier
Mon 12/1610:35 amSAN - JFK
1 stop16h 55mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$198
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1210:59 pmLGA - SAN
1 stop14h 59mFrontier
Sun 12/156:25 amSAN - LGA
1 stop12h 35mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$198
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1210:59 pmLGA - SAN
1 stop27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/167:15 pmSAN - LGA
2 stops15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$199
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/101:55 pmLGA - SAN
2 stops22h 20mSpirit Airlines
Thu 12/196:06 pmSAN - LGA
2 stops15h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$205
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/109:15 pmJFK - SAN
Nonstop6h 27mDelta
Tue 1/77:10 amSAN - JFK
Nonstop5h 19mDelta
Deal found 11/20$217
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/127:59 amJFK - SAN
1 stop14h 11mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/1610:45 pmSAN - JFK
Nonstop5h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$223
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/136:30 amJFK - SAN
Nonstop6h 00mJetBlue
Tue 12/1711:00 amSAN - JFK
Nonstop5h 29mJetBlue
Deal found 11/19$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/147:00 amLGA - SAN
1 stop8h 26mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/1510:36 pmSAN - LGA
1 stop7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$242
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/125:42 pmEWR - SAN
2 stops17h 31mSpirit Airlines
Thu 12/196:06 pmSAN - EWR
2 stops13h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$253
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/116:30 amJFK - SAN
1 stop8h 04mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/249:29 amSAN - JFK
1 stop9h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$256
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/115:05 pmLGA - SAN
1 stop8h 47mDelta
Fri 12/1312:05 pmSAN - LGA
1 stop8h 18mDelta
Deal found 11/19$256
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/1411:41 amEWR - SAN
1 stop7h 51mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/176:15 amSAN - EWR
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$257

Find flights from New York to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from New York to San Diego that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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New YorkSan Diego

JFK - SAN

JFKSAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 12/13

7:59 am-7:10 pm

1 stop14h 11m

San Diego

Mon 12/16

10:35 am-6:30 am

1 stop16h 55m

$198

New YorkSan Diego

LGA - SAN

LGASAN

New York LaGuardia

Thu 12/12

10:59 pm-10:58 am

1 stop14h 59m

San Diego

Sun 12/15

6:25 am-10:00 pm

1 stop12h 35m

$198

New YorkSan Diego

LGA - SAN

LGASAN

New York LaGuardia

Thu 12/12

10:59 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop27h 50m

San Diego

Mon 12/16

7:15 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops15h 45m

$199

New YorkSan Diego

LGA - SAN

LGASAN

New York LaGuardia

Sat 2/8

1:55 pm-11:52 pm

2 stops12h 57m

San Diego

Tue 2/11

6:15 am-7:00 pm

2 stops9h 45m

$200

New YorkSan Diego

JFK - SAN

JFKSAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/25

7:59 am-6:58 pm

1 stop13h 59m

San Diego

Sun 2/2

7:04 am-3:30 pm

Nonstop5h 26m

$203

New YorkSan Diego

LGA - SAN

LGASAN

New York LaGuardia

Wed 1/15

1:59 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop10h 04m

San Diego

Tue 1/21

6:40 am-5:59 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$208

New YorkSan Diego

JFK - SAN

JFKSAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 1/15

8:45 am-12:22 pm

Nonstop6h 37m

San Diego

Wed 2/19

10:10 pm-6:24 am

Nonstop5h 14m

$217

New YorkSan Diego

JFK - SAN

JFKSAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/11

4:30 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop6h 15m

San Diego

Sat 1/18

8:55 pm-5:04 am

Nonstop5h 09m

$218

New YorkSan Diego

JFK - SAN

JFKSAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 1/15

4:00 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 59m

San Diego

Wed 2/19

7:14 am-3:30 pm

Nonstop5h 16m

$226

New YorkSan Diego

JFK - SAN

JFKSAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 1/15

6:30 am-1:51 pm

1 stop10h 21m

San Diego

Wed 2/19

7:30 pm-6:30 am

1 stop8h 00m

$236

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Compare providers for flights from New York to San Diego

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New York to San Diego in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on New York-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on New York-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New York-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York-San Diego flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for New York-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from New York to San Diego

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego from New York with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from New York to San Diego

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from New York to San Diego including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to San Diego. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York to San Diego, you should look to book at least 34 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to San Diego?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from New York to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $339). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NYC to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from New York to San Diego at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 17% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to San Diego. Price data was last updated on November 10, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to San Diego flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New York to San Diego

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to San Diego. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

The most flights from NYC to SAN are scheduled on a Wednesday (39 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

Rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Diego. Reviews last updated November 20, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Air and American Airlines from New York to San Diego. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.5
Good
3,394 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to San Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Diego from New York?

    For a flight from New York to San Diego, you will be flying into San Diego. San Diego (SAN) is just 2.6 mi from the center of the city. San Diego is the only San Diego airport and it handles 29 inbound flights from New York per day. 9 airlines have flights to San Diego from New York on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York to San Diego round-trip?

    Currently priced at $198, Frontier will fly you from New York to San Diego and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Spirit Airlines and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $200 and $208, respectively. These flights start at 46% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to San Diego one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $139 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $142 and Alaska Airlines from $143 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to San Diego?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York to San Diego?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from New York to San Diego on time: Condor (100%), LOT (100%), TAP AIR PORTUGAL (100%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to San Diego?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from New York to San Diego? While on average our users pay $932, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $118. The most popular route (New York John F Kennedy Intl - San Diego), is priced around $173.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to San Diego that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to San Diego flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to San Diego?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New York to San Diego.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to San Diego?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to San Diego by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to San Diego?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from New York to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $339). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from New York to San Diego

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from New York to San Diego. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$82Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$98Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$136Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$159Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$168Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Sun Country AirCheapest$177Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$253Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$263Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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