Cheap flights from New York to San Diego
Flights overview
Prices shown are for one adult in Economy class flights from Zürich to New York. This includes the cheapest Business class options where available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Useful information for finding cheap flights from New York to San Diego and booking your next trip
| Cheapest round-trip flights | $257 | UnitedNonstop7 hrFri, Apr 24 — Fri, May 1 | The cheapest round-trip flight from New York to San Diego is currently $257 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | $129 | UnitedNonstop7 hrWed, Apr 22 | The cheapest one-way flight from New York to San Diego is currently $129 | |
| Cheapest nonstop flights | $257 | JetBlueNonstop7 hrThu, May 7 — Wed, May 13 | The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from New York to San Diego is currently $257 | |
| Last-minute weekend getaway | $657 | UnitedNonstop7 hrThu, Mar 19 — Mon, Mar 23 | The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from New York to San Diego is currently $657 | |
| Cheapest business class flights | $1,037 | United1 stop9 hrSat, Apr 18 — Fri, Apr 24 | The cheapest business class round-trip flight from New York to San Diego is currently $1,037 | |
| Fastest flight | 5 hr 46 min | The fastest nonstop flight from New York to San Diego takes 5 hr 46 min | ||
| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Typical prices for the least expensive flights for 1-week trips from New York to San Diego per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to San Diego is typically August. The most expensive month to fly is typically June.
January
Prices in January are usually between $200 and $350.
Popular airlines from New York to San Diego
Popularity is based on the number of weekly nonstop and connecting flights the airline operates. Connecting flights do not include interline routes.
Flight suggestions are based on an airline's cheapest round-trip fares from New York to San Diego in the next 3 months. Prices include required taxes + fees for one adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Typical prices are based on fares observed in the past year for one-week round trips with the same origin, destination, and airline.
- UnitedNonstopfrom $257Typical price: $245–51021 weekly nonstop flightsEWR - SANEvery day754 weekly connecting flightsEWR, LGA - SANEvery day
- DeltaNonstopfrom $277Typical price: $265–61020 weekly nonstop flightsJFK - SANEvery day793 weekly connecting flightsEWR, JFK, LGA - SANEvery day
- AlaskaNonstopfrom $282Typical price: $275–60021 weekly nonstop flightsEWR, JFK - SANEvery day74 weekly connecting flightsEWR, JFK - SANEvery day
- Americanfrom $277Typical price: $265–540812 weekly connecting flightsEWR, JFK, LGA - SANEvery day
- JetBlueNonstopfrom $257Typical price: $265–64014 weekly nonstop flightsJFK - SANEvery day32 weekly connecting flightsJFK - SANEvery day
- Southwestfrom $277Typical price: $295–600228 weekly connecting flightsLGA - SANEvery day
Popular airports near New York
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from New York center and popularity with travelers.
- John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)New YorkUnited States38 min12 mi
- LaGuardia Airport (LGA)New YorkUnited States24 min8 mi
- Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)NewarkUnited States29 min8 mi
- New York Stewart International Airport (SWF)NewburghUnited States1 hr 28 min55 mi
Popular airports near San Diego
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from San Diego center and popularity with travelers.
- San Diego International Airport (SAN)San DiegoUnited States10 min2 mi
- Tijuana International Airport (TIJ)TijuanaMexico37 min16 mi
- Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)Los AngelesUnited States2 hr 1 min111 mi
- John Wayne Airport (SNA)Santa AnaUnited States1 hr 21 min78 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from New York to San Diego
The cheapest flights from New York to San Diego are usually in August. Typical ticket prices in August range from $180 to $295.
The cheapest round-trip flight from New York to San Diego recently found on Google Flights was with United from $257. The cheapest one-way flight was with United from $129.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest United flight from New York to San Diego is $257, flying from Apr 24 to May 1.
- The cheapest Delta flight from New York to San Diego is $277, flying from May 9 to May 18.
- The cheapest Alaska flight from New York to San Diego is $282, flying from May 1 to May 9.
- The cheapest American flight from New York to San Diego is $277, flying from Apr 23 to Apr 29.
- The cheapest JetBlue flight from New York to San Diego is $257, flying from May 7 to May 13.
- The cheapest Southwest flight from New York to San Diego is $277, flying from Apr 16 to Apr 22.
The cheapest round-trip flight from New York to San Diego starts at $257 from Fri, Apr 24 to Fri, May 1. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $129 and departs on Wed, Apr 22.
5 hr 46 min is the shortest flight time from New York to San Diego.
Jun–Aug is when most people visit San Diego, where the weather's temperate year-round. Beaches are less crowded Dec–Feb, which bring cooler temperatures but brighter sun. Whale-watching season is from mid-Dec–mid-Mar. Major annual events include Comic-Con International (Jul), a massive comic book convention with workshops and film screenings. Fleet Week (autumn) is a large military appreciation event featuring Navy ship tours, an air show and more.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from New York to San Diego.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from New York to San Diego really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from New York to San Diego.
In terms of nonstop flights, United is the most popular. United offers 21 nonstop flights and 754 connecting flights per week. United flies from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN).
In terms of flights, American is the most popular. American offers 812 connecting flights per week. American flies from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN).
Other popular airlines flying from New York to San Diego are:
In terms of nonstop flights, United is the most popular. United offers 21 nonstop flights and 754 connecting flights per week. United flies from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN).
In terms of flights, American is the most popular. American offers 812 connecting flights per week. American flies from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN).
Other popular airlines flying from New York to San Diego are:
- Delta offers 20 nonstop flights and 793 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN).
- Alaska offers 21 nonstop flights and 74 connecting flights per week. Alaska flies from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to San Diego International Airport (SAN).
- JetBlue offers 14 nonstop flights and 32 connecting flights per week. JetBlue flies from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to San Diego International Airport (SAN).
- Southwest offers 228 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN).
The cheapest round-trip flight from New York to San Diego recently found on Google Flights was with United from $257. The cheapest one-way flight was with United from $129.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest United flight from New York to San Diego is $257, flying from Apr 24 to May 1.
- The cheapest Delta flight from New York to San Diego is $277, flying from May 9 to May 18.
- The cheapest Alaska flight from New York to San Diego is $282, flying from May 1 to May 9.
- The cheapest American flight from New York to San Diego is $277, flying from Apr 23 to Apr 29.
- The cheapest JetBlue flight from New York to San Diego is $257, flying from May 7 to May 13.
- The cheapest Southwest flight from New York to San Diego is $277, flying from Apr 16 to Apr 22.
United, Alaska, Delta and JetBlue fly direct from New York to San Diego.
- There are 21 United direct flights from New York to San Diego per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 20 Delta direct flights from New York to San Diego per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 21 Alaska direct flights from New York to San Diego per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 14 JetBlue direct flights from New York to San Diego per week. Flights are available every day.
The cheapest last-minute deal between New York and San Diego at price $657 is offered by United from Thu, Mar 19 to Mon, Mar 23.
United, Alaska, Delta and JetBlue fly direct from New York to San Diego.
- There are 21 United direct flights from New York to San Diego per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 20 Delta direct flights from New York to San Diego per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 21 Alaska direct flights from New York to San Diego per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 14 JetBlue direct flights from New York to San Diego per week. Flights are available every day.
There are direct flights from New York to San Diego on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between New York and San Diego start at $257 from Thu, May 7 to Wed, May 13 with JetBlue.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from New York to San Diego, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between New York and San Diego start at $1,037 from Sat, Apr 18 to Fri, Apr 24 with United.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between New York and San Diego start at $257 from Fri, Apr 24 to Fri, May 1.
To book business class trips from New York to San Diego, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between New York and San Diego starts at $657 from Thu, Mar 19 to Mon, Mar 23 with United.
The cheapest last-minute deal between New York and San Diego at price $657 is offered by United from Thu, Mar 19 to Mon, Mar 23.
To find last-minute flight deals from New York to San Diego, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
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