John F Kennedy Intl

$130+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK)

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SAN — JFK
Mar 22 — Mar 291
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The best prices from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl are usually found in January or February, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$180
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$130
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$356

Good round-trip deal

$308 or less

Good one-way deal

$171 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
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to John F Kennedy Intl
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 17, 2025.

This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/306:25 amSAN - JFK
1 stop20h 05mFrontier
Wed 5/76:59 amJFK - SAN
1 stop19h 59mFrontier
Deal found 3/16$180
This JetBlue Airways 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 JetBlue Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/88:30 pmSAN - JFK
Nonstop5h 24mJetBlue
Mon 5/126:00 amJFK - SAN
Nonstop6h 10mJetBlue
Deal found 3/17$237
This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/1210:39 pmSAN - JFK
Nonstop5h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/196:59 amJFK - SAN
1 stop15h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$241
This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/157:55 pmSAN - JFK
1 stop9h 01mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 4/234:32 pmJFK - SAN
Nonstop6h 16mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/16$242
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/87:48 amSAN - JFK
1 stop11h 41mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/158:07 pmJFK - SAN
1 stop14h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/17$256
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/77:29 amSAN - JFK
1 stop10h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/172:30 pmJFK - SAN
1 stop9h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/16$257
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/121:25 pmSAN - JFK
Nonstop5h 35mDelta
Sat 4/198:45 pmJFK - SAN
Nonstop6h 27mDelta
Deal found 3/17$267

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San Diego

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John F Kennedy Intl

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Price

San DiegoNew York

SAN - JFK

SANJFK

San Diego

Wed 4/30

6:25 am-5:30 am

1 stop20h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/7

6:59 am-11:58 pm

1 stop19h 59m

$180

San DiegoNew York

SAN - JFK

SANJFK

San Diego

Thu 5/8

8:30 pm-4:54 am

Nonstop5h 24m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/12

6:00 am-9:10 am

Nonstop6h 10m

$237

San DiegoNew York

SAN - JFK

SANJFK

San Diego

Sat 4/12

10:39 pm-6:59 am

Nonstop5h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 4/19

6:59 am-7:16 pm

1 stop15h 17m

$241

San DiegoNew York

SAN - JFK

SANJFK

San Diego

Tue 4/15

7:55 pm-7:56 am

1 stop9h 01m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/23

4:32 pm-7:48 pm

Nonstop6h 16m

$242

San DiegoNew York

SAN - JFK

SANJFK

San Diego

Tue 4/8

7:48 am-10:29 pm

1 stop11h 41m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/15

8:07 pm-7:39 am

1 stop14h 32m

$256

San DiegoNew York

SAN - JFK

SANJFK

San Diego

Wed 5/7

7:29 am-9:00 pm

1 stop10h 31m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/13

10:20 am-3:41 pm

1 stop8h 21m

$257

San DiegoNew York

SAN - JFK

SANJFK

San Diego

Sat 4/12

1:25 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop5h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 4/19

8:45 pm-12:12 am

Nonstop6h 27m

$267

San DiegoNew York

SAN - JFK

SANJFK

San Diego

Fri 5/30

7:16 pm-5:30 am

1 stop7h 14m

$130

San DiegoNew York

SAN - JFK

SANJFK

San Diego

Wed 4/9

7:48 am-10:59 pm

1 stop12h 11m

$134

San DiegoNew York

SAN - JFK

SANJFK

San Diego

Wed 5/14

10:40 pm-7:00 am

Nonstop5h 20m

$149

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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
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust 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.

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to John F Kennedy Intl

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Diego to John F Kennedy Intl including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 14, 2025.

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 86 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $236). Flying from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 17, 2025.

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 63% 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 9, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday 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.

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 March 17, 2025.

The most flights from SAN to JFK are scheduled on a Monday (34 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (24 on average).

Rainfall in John F Kennedy Intl by month

Plan your trip to John F Kennedy Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport ranges from 2.8 - 4.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. February is typically the driest time to visit New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in John F Kennedy Intl by month

Plan your trip to John F Kennedy Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

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 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta and Hawaiian Airlines from San Diego to New York by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

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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 28 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.

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

    Currently priced at $180, 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 $237 and $242, respectively. Users have found that Frontier is 46% 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 $130. However, be on the lookout for offers from Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian 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: Air Serbia (90%), LOT (88%), JetBlue( 84%).

  • 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 $132. While the most popular route (San Diego - New York John F Kennedy Intl) can be booked for $220 on average our data indicates $975 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $236). Flying from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$90Average$171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$128Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
JetBlueCheapest$145Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$173Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$195Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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