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$127+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to LaGuardia, NY (LGA)

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 9/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — LGA
Jul 14 — Jul 211
Mon 7/14
Mon 7/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to New York LaGuardia are usually found in January or February, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to LaGuardia (LGA). 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 July 9, 2025.

Round-trip from

$179
(Southwest)

One-way from

$127
(FlightHub)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$362

Good one-way deal

$149 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to LaGuardia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 9, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/510:55 amSAN - LGA
1 stop9h 05mSouthwest
Tue 8/126:00 amLGA - SAN
2 stops15h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 7/8$179
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
Sat 8/26:15 amSAN - LGA
2 stops12h 45mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/61:30 pmLGA - SAN
2 stops23h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/8$182
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
Mon 8/2510:45 pmSAN - LGA
1 stop8h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/317:26 amLGA - SAN
1 stop7h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/8$185
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
Tue 7/298:00 amSAN - LGA
1 stop9h 59mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/55:46 amLGA - SAN
2 stops20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/8$221

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to LaGuardia 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 9, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to New York LaGuardia Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

LaGuardia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoNew York

SAN - LGA

SANLGA

San Diego

Tue 8/5

10:55 am-11:00 pm

1 stop9h 05m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 8/12

6:00 am-6:45 pm

2 stops15h 45m

$179

San DiegoNew York

SAN - LGA

SANLGA

San Diego

Sat 8/2

6:15 am-10:00 pm

2 stops12h 45m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 8/6

1:30 pm-9:55 am

2 stops23h 25m

$182

San DiegoNew York

SAN - LGA

SANLGA

San Diego

Mon 8/25

10:45 pm-10:05 am

1 stop8h 20m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 8/31

7:26 am-12:15 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$185

San DiegoNew York

SAN - LGA

SANLGA

San Diego

Tue 7/29

8:00 am-8:59 pm

1 stop9h 59m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 8/5

5:46 am-11:06 pm

2 stops20h 20m

$221

San DiegoNew York

SAN - LGA

SANLGA

San Diego

Sun 9/21

7:16 pm-5:29 pm

2 stops19h 13m

$127

San DiegoNew York

SAN - LGA

SANLGA

San Diego

Mon 7/14

6:25 am-8:59 pm

1 stop11h 34m

$128

San DiegoNew York

SAN - LGA

SANLGA

San Diego

Mon 8/4

6:15 am-6:59 pm

1 stop9h 44m

$131

San DiegoNew York

SAN - LGA

SANLGA

San Diego

Wed 8/20

10:40 pm-8:49 am

1 stop7h 09m

$139

San DiegoNew York

SAN - LGA

SANLGA

San Diego

Sat 8/30

6:35 am-10:15 pm

1 stop12h 40m

$144

San DiegoNew York

SAN - LGA

SANLGA

San Diego

Sun 7/27

9:30 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops18h 30m

$171

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to New York LaGuardia Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to LaGuardia. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Diego to New York LaGuardia Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 57 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to New York LaGuardia Airport (average of $199). Flying from San Diego to New York LaGuardia Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $268). 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 LGA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to LaGuardia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 9, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to New York LaGuardia Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 68% versus a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing LaGuardia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to LaGuardia. 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 LaGuardia. Reviews last updated July 9, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from San Diego to New York LaGuardia Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,059 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,271 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to LaGuardia. 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 from for flights from San Diego to New York LaGuardia?

    San Diego (SAN), located 2.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Diego to New York LaGuardia. 7 airlines have flights from San Diego to New York LaGuardia on a regular basis. Booking flights from San Diego to New York LaGuardia should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to New York LaGuardia per day.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San Diego to New York LaGuardia Airport is Southwest. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $179 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, starting at $182 and $185 round-trip. Southwest is 51% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $127. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Diego to New York LaGuardia Airport for a low price.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $149. While the most popular route (San Diego - New York LaGuardia) can be booked for $141 on average our data indicates $199 when flying from San Diego to New York LaGuardia Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to LaGuardia 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 LaGuardia Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to New York LaGuardia Airport (average of $199). Flying from San Diego to New York LaGuardia Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $268). 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 7 airlines flying from San Diego to LaGuardia

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to LaGuardia. 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 July 9, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$82Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$130Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$246Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$247Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$336Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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