John F Kennedy Intl

$127+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — JFK
Apr 20 — Apr 271
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to John F Kennedy Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 21, 2026.

This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/19:15 pm
SAN
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 24m
JetBlue
Wed 5/64:45 pm
JFK
-
SAN
Nonstop6h 19m
JetBlue
Deal found 3/20$248
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/23:20 pm
SAN
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 39m
JetBlue
Sat 5/94:45 pm
JFK
-
SAN
Nonstop6h 19m
JetBlue
Deal found 3/18$249
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/179:58 pm
SAN
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 31m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 4/244:46 pm
JFK
-
SAN
Nonstop6h 16m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/20$250
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/249:15 pm
SAN
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 18m
JetBlue
Sun 4/266:50 am
JFK
-
SAN
Nonstop6h 10m
JetBlue
Deal found 3/19$251
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 5/238:30 pm
SAN
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 28m
JetBlue
Sat 5/307:00 am
JFK
-
SAN
Nonstop6h 07m
JetBlue
Deal found 3/17$252
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 4/179:15 pm
SAN
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 18m
JetBlue
Fri 4/244:39 pm
JFK
-
SAN
Nonstop6h 26m
JetBlue
Deal found 3/16$256
This flygcity.se deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 flygcity.se is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/189:15 pm
SAN
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 18m
JetBlue
Fri 4/244:39 pm
JFK
-
SAN
Nonstop6h 26m
JetBlue
Deal found 3/19$260
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/149:58 pm
SAN
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 31m
Hawaiian Airlines
Tue 4/214:40 pm
JFK
-
SAN
Nonstop6h 27m
Hawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/17$262
This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/179:58 pm
SAN
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/244:46 pm
JFK
-
SAN
Nonstop6h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/20$265
This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/189:58 pm
SAN
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 31m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 4/244:46 pm
JFK
-
SAN
Nonstop6h 16m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/19$266

Find flight deals from San Diego to John F Kennedy Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to John F Kennedy Intl (JFK). 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 March 21, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$248
(SmartFares)

One-way from

$127
(Super.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$327

Good round-trip deal

$273 or less

Good one-way deal

$193 or less
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From San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl
One-way flight from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($13 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San DiegoNew York

SAN - JFK

SANJFK

San Diego

Tue 5/5

9:15 pm-5:39 am

Nonstop5h 24m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/6

4:45 pm-8:04 pm

Nonstop6h 19m

$277

San DiegoNew York

SAN - JFK

SANJFK

San Diego

Tue 5/5

7:15 am-10:59 pm

1 stop12h 44m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/6

4:46 pm-8:02 pm

Nonstop6h 16m

$287

San DiegoNew York

SAN - JFK

SANJFK

San Diego

Sat 9/12

6:15 am-10:10 pm

1 stop12h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/16

11:30 am-2:24 pm

Nonstop5h 54m

$287

San DiegoNew York

SAN - JFK

SANJFK

San Diego

Tue 4/21

1:23 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop5h 37m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/27

8:35 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop6h 20m

$292

San DiegoNew York

SAN - JFK

SANJFK

San Diego

Fri 4/17

9:58 pm-6:29 am

Nonstop5h 31m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 4/30

4:29 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 30m

$307

San DiegoNew York

SAN - JFK

SANJFK

San Diego

Thu 7/30

7:00 am-3:43 pm

Nonstop5h 43m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/3

8:20 pm-11:43 pm

Nonstop6h 23m

$322

San DiegoNew York

SAN - JFK

SANJFK

San Diego

Tue 4/21

10:25 pm-6:50 am

Nonstop5h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 4/24

8:35 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop6h 20m

$327

San DiegoNew York

SAN - JFK

SANJFK

San Diego

Fri 7/10

7:00 am-3:43 pm

Nonstop5h 43m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 8/19

8:20 pm-11:43 pm

Nonstop6h 23m

$337

San DiegoNew York

SAN - JFK

SANJFK

San Diego

Sat 4/25

6:52 am-3:29 pm

Nonstop5h 37m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/2

9:30 am-4:28 pm

1 stop9h 58m

$337

San DiegoNew York

SAN - JFK

SANJFK

San Diego

Thu 5/7

6:34 pm-7:20 am

1 stop9h 46m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/12

9:35 am-12:48 pm

Nonstop6h 13m

$337

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to John F Kennedy Intl in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 San Diego-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 San Diego-New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 San Diego to John F Kennedy Intl

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 50 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 San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $109). Flying from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $180). 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 SAN to JFK?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to John F Kennedy Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 21, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 45% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on March 14, 2026.

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

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Blane Bachelor

Expert on SAN

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Chris Dong

Expert on JFK

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Reviews of airlines servicing John F Kennedy Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 John F Kennedy Intl. Reviews last updated March 21, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, such as Alaska Airlines,Delta, andHawaiian Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl?

    For a flight from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl, you will be flying from 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 24 outbound flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl per day. 6 airlines have flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl from San Diego on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Departing from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport will take you 5h 24m. The distance from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is about 2440 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $100, Frontier will fly you from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from JetBlue and Hawaiian Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $138 and $148, respectively. Users have found that Frontier is 70% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $77. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Before booking your flight to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from San Diego, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Condor (100%), Etihad Airways (100%), Singapore Airlines( 100%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $116. While the most popular route (San Diego - New York John F Kennedy Intl) can be booked for $248 on average, our data indicates $914 when flying from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to John F Kennedy Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Diego to John F Kennedy Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to John F Kennedy Intl?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to John F Kennedy Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to John F Kennedy Intl 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 San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $109). Flying from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $180). 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 6 airlines flying from San Diego to John F Kennedy Intl

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$100Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$138Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$148Average$321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$162Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$220Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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