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£92 Find Cheap Flights from San Diego to New York

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Cheap Flight Deals from San Diego to New York (SAN-NYC)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from San Diego to New York that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from San Diego to New York

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from San Diego to New York.
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Frontier Logo
12:50 - 05:30SAN-JFK
13h 40m1 stop
Frontier Logo
06:59 - 11:55JFK-SAN
7h 56m1 stop
£135Frontier
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Tue, 3 Jun - Sat, 7 Jun
Spirit Airlines Logo
08:08 - 23:29SAN-EWR
12h 21m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
07:35 - 19:53EWR-SAN
15h 18m1 stop
£172Spirit Airlines
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Tue, 3 Jun - Sat, 7 Jun
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22:45 - 07:15SAN-JFK
5h 30mdirect
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06:59 - 11:55JFK-SAN
7h 56m1 stop
Tue, 3 Jun - Sat, 7 Jun
Alaska Airlines Logo
06:15 - 22:29SAN-JFK
13h 14m1 stop
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09:30 - 12:40JFK-SAN
6h 10mdirect
£189Alaska Airlines
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Wed, 7 May - Wed, 14 May
Alaska Airlines Logo
06:15 - 07:59SAN-JFK
22h 44m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
16:30 - 19:28JFK-SAN
5h 58mdirect
£190Alaska Airlines
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Wed, 28 May - Tue, 3 Jun
United Airlines Logo
21:10 - 05:31SAN-EWR
5h 21mdirect
United Airlines Logo
15:45 - 18:31EWR-SAN
5h 46mdirect
£193United Airlines
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Wed, 4 Jun - Tue, 10 Jun
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20:20 - 04:46SAN-JFK
5h 26mdirect
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06:00 - 09:10JFK-SAN
6h 10mdirect
£193JetBlue
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Sat, 17 May - Wed, 21 May
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20:20 - 04:46SAN-JFK
5h 26mdirect
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15:30 - 18:37JFK-SAN
6h 07mdirect
£196JetBlue
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Sat, 17 May - Sat, 24 May
Alaska Airlines Logo
22:15 - 14:59SAN-EWR
13h 44m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
16:56 - 19:58EWR-SAN
6h 02mdirect
£196Alaska Airlines
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Thu, 29 May - Tue, 3 Jun
United Airlines Logo
22:10 - 06:31SAN-EWR
5h 21mdirect
United Airlines Logo
13:18 - 18:42EWR-SAN
8h 24m1 stop
£201United Airlines
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Wed, 4 Jun - Tue, 10 Jun

Expert advice for your flight from San Diego to New York

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarisation of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are specific to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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JetBlue

JetBlue offers free gate-to-gate Wi-Fi and seatback screens with live TV channels for all passengers.


JetBlue’s Mint cabin features lie-flat seats, priority boarding, and two free checked bags.

Read more about JetBlueby Harriet Baskas
Delta

Delta's Comfort Plus provides up to 8 cm of extra legroom in the front section of economy.


Delta One offers lie-flat seats with sliding doors for privacy on select aircraft.

Read more about Deltaby Stefanie Waldek
United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers up to six inches more legroom than standard economy seats.


United Polaris Lounge provides a luxurious experience with restaurant dining and less crowding.

Virgin Atlantic

Virgin Atlantic's Upper Class offers fully flat beds and access to exclusive lounges.


Virgin's Economy Delight includes additional legroom and priority check-in and boarding.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, The Points Guy, and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or out at sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff is a New York-based writer and editor. She lives in downtown Brooklyn with her husband and their beloved dogs. Originally from Texas, she now considers New York City her home. She typically spends more than 200,000 miles on a plane each year and stays in plenty of hotels.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Diego to New York flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Diego to New York to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from San Diego to New York.
Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from San Diego to New York cost £359 and was between San Diego (SAN) and Newark Airport (EWR). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is £359.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to New York?

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Diego to New York clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If you are looking for a flight deal from San Diego to New York, look for departures on Saturdays and avoid leaving on a Monday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from New York, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly and Monday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Diego to New York, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from San Diego to New York is January, where tickets cost £208 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £326 and £298 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from San Diego to New York?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of £491, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Diego to New York, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from San Diego to New York, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 6 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from San Diego to New York

Low season

February

High season

December

Cheapest flight

£92
Best time to beat the crowds (15% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (26% more expensive on average)
Flight from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Airport

When to book flights from San Diego to New York

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Diego to New York based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from San Diego to New York

  • What kind of concessions are available at San Diego Airport?

    San Diego has lots of dining options that spotlight local flavors as well as national brands. The airport also has a growing number of shopping choices in the main terminal from boutiques and gift shops. If you have extra time, book a treatment at one of the two airport spas or one of the premier airline lounges to relax before your flight. Eco-friendly travelers should be on the lookout for concessions who have joined the SAN Green Concession program, which recognizes their efforts in energy and waste reduction.

  • Is it possible to fly directly to New York from San Diego?

    It is possible to fly directly from San Diego to New York. There is a greater variety of flight options if you choose to fly into Newark (EWR), usually with United Airlines or Alaska Airlines. There are some nonstop flight options to JFK on the same airlines as well as Delta Air Lines.

  • What kind of accessibility does San Diego Airport have?

    The airport offers several different services for travelers with limited ability or people who may require extra assistance, such as courtesy carts operated by Volunteer Airport Ambassadors. Additionally, the airport hosts TDD telephones and visual paging monitors.

  • What parking services does the San Diego Airport offer?

    Terminal 1 has one parking lot and Terminal 2 has two parking lots. All lots are located just steps away from the terminals, within 5min walking distance. You have the option to book your parking ahead of time at $42 for an overnight stay.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Diego to New York was £122 for a one-way ticket and £179 for a return.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Diego to New York?

    JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, and American Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Diego to New York flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Diego to New York?

    The Airbus A321neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Diego to New York flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Diego to New York?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between San Diego and New York, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Diego to New York?

    There are direct flights from San Diego to New York on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Diego to New York?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Diego to New York.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Diego to New York?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New York from San Diego is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Diego to New York?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to New York with an airline and back to San Diego with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Diego to New York?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to New York from San Diego up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Diego to New York

  • Looking for a cheap flight from New York to San Diego? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £157 or less one-way.
  • San Diego only has one major airport to depart from, and that’s San Diego International Airport (SAN), which is conveniently located just 3 miles northwest of Downtown San Diego. The airport can be conveniently accessed with Amtrak's Pacific Surfliner.
  • In New York, you have three airports that you can choose for your arrival, either the LaGuardia Airport (LGA), the John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), or the Newark International Airport (EWR). JFK is 15 miles away from New York City and is considered the best connected, easily reached by subway. It is also well-known for having the greatest variety of flight and time options for domestic and international flights. It is also, therefore, one of the most crowded airports. Therefore, look into the airport's VIP FastTrack services to avoid delays.
  • LaGuardia (LGA) is even closer to New York City, only 8.5 miles away, however virtually only reached by taxi or rideshare. There are good flights from San Diego with American Airlines.
  • Finally, Newark (EWR) is 16 miles away, even though it is technically located in New Jersey, another state. Newark Airport is more difficult to reach, requiring various transfers. However, EWR has some great flight offers with United, American Airlines, and Alaska Airlines.
  • Travelers leaving from the San Diego Airport are recommended to check the schedule before arriving at the airport for any updates to flight times. This can be done by tuning into 1690 AM, which has all kinds of information on travel services, including flight times and other important security-related information.
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Prefer to fly direct from San Diego to New York?

Find which airlines fly direct from San Diego Airport to New York, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Diego to New York

Monday

Alaska Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

Alaska Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

Alaska Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

Alaska Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

Alaska Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

Alaska Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

Alaska Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

Alaska Airlines, Delta, +1 more

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Direct returns

New York to San Diego

Monday

Alaska Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

Alaska Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

Alaska Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

Alaska Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

Alaska Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

Alaska Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

Alaska Airlines, Delta, +1 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines, Delta, JetBlue

Alaska Airlines, Delta, +1 more

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Everything you need to know for your flight from San Diego to New York

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