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$121+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to New York, NY (NYC)
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 11/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — NYC
Dec 6 — Dec 131
1 adult, Economy
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/56:34 amSAN - LGA
1 stop12h 26mFrontier
Tue 12/94:30 pmLGA - SAN
2 stops33h 16mFrontier
Deal found 11/4![Frontier logo]()
$231
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/189:01 amSAN - JFK
Nonstop5h 36mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/34:29 pmJFK - SAN
1 stop9h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$231
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/136:34 amSAN - LGA
1 stop12h 26mFrontier
Wed 12/1710:55 pmLGA - SAN
1 stop23h 20mFrontier
Deal found 11/4![Frontier logo]()
$232
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/67:59 amSAN - JFK
Nonstop5h 28mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/109:30 amJFK - SAN
Nonstop6h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/5![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$232
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/36:25 amSAN - LGA
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/98:55 pmLGA - SAN
2 stops23h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$233
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/173:59 pmSAN - JFK
1 stop11h 31mFrontier
Fri 11/217:30 amJFK - SAN
1 stop10h 37mFrontier
Deal found 11/5![Frontier logo]()
$233
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/176:34 amSAN - LGA
1 stop12h 26mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/215:30 amLGA - SAN
2 stops21h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$234
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/173:59 pmSAN - JFK
1 stop11h 31mFrontier
Wed 12/34:29 pmJFK - SAN
1 stop9h 17mFrontier
Deal found 11/6![Frontier logo]()
$234
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/256:25 amSAN - LGA
1 stop11h 32mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/310:55 pmLGA - SAN
1 stop28h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$235
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/39:59 pmSAN - JFK
Nonstop5h 27mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/84:29 pmJFK - SAN
1 stop10h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$235
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/118:10 pmSAN - LGA
1 stop22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/146:30 amLGA - SAN
2 stops20h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$236
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/191:37 pmSAN - JFK
1 stop19h 29mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/49:30 amJFK - SAN
Nonstop6h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$236
Cheap flight deals from San Diego to New York
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to New York (NYC). 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 November 6, 2025.
Most accurate provider | eDreams 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | eDreams 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $231 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $121 (Mytrip) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $346 |
Good round-trip deal | $299 or less |
Good one-way deal | $149 or less |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to New York 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 November 6, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to New York that are best for you.
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San Diego
Fly to
New York
Route
Depart
Return
Price
San DiegoNew York
SAN - LGA
SANLGA
San Diego
Sat 12/6
10:23 am-9:45 pm
1 stop8h 22m
New York LaGuardia
Sat 12/13
6:15 am-11:30 am
1 stop8h 15m
$237
San DiegoNew York
SAN - LGA
SANLGA
San Diego
Wed 12/3
12:24 pm-10:41 pm
1 stop7h 17m
New York LaGuardia
Sat 12/6
9:20 am-2:12 pm
1 stop7h 52m
$237
San DiegoNew York
SAN - JFK
SANJFK
San Diego
Sat 2/14
9:00 pm-5:13 am
Nonstop5h 13m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Sat 2/21
4:30 pm-7:47 pm
Nonstop6h 17m
$237
San DiegoNew York
SAN - LGA
SANLGA
San Diego
Tue 12/9
10:52 am-9:46 pm
1 stop7h 54m
New York LaGuardia
Mon 12/15
6:15 am-11:30 am
1 stop8h 15m
$237
San DiegoNew York
SAN - JFK
SANJFK
San Diego
Wed 12/3
1:12 pm-9:45 pm
Nonstop5h 33m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Tue 12/9
5:45 pm-9:05 pm
Nonstop6h 20m
$237
San DiegoNew York
SAN - LGA
SANLGA
San Diego
Tue 12/2
6:20 am-9:55 pm
1 stop12h 35m
New York LaGuardia
Thu 12/4
6:30 am-2:25 pm
1 stop10h 55m
$242
San DiegoNew York
SAN - JFK
SANJFK
San Diego
Sat 1/31
7:51 am-4:12 pm
Nonstop5h 21m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Mon 2/9
4:23 pm-7:46 pm
Nonstop6h 23m
$242
San DiegoNew York
SAN - JFK
SANJFK
San Diego
Sat 1/10
7:51 am-4:12 pm
Nonstop5h 21m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Mon 1/12
4:23 pm-7:46 pm
Nonstop6h 23m
$242
San DiegoNew York
SAN - JFK
SANJFK
San Diego
Wed 1/21
7:00 am-3:26 pm
Nonstop5h 26m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Sun 1/25
8:34 pm-12:05 am
Nonstop6h 31m
$242
San DiegoNew York
SAN - JFK
SANJFK
San Diego
Tue 2/3
7:51 am-4:12 pm
Nonstop5h 21m
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Fri 2/6
4:23 pm-7:46 pm
Nonstop6h 23m
$242
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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to New York in November.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-New York flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Diego-New York flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-New York flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-New York flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to New York
How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to New York?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to New York. Price data was last updated on October 31, 2025.
The price you pay for your flight from San Diego to New York may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 68 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?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to New York (average of $78). Flying from San Diego to New York in November is currently the most expensive (average of $178). 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 NYC?
Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 6, 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from San Diego to New York in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 58% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to New York?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to New York. Price data was last updated on November 2, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to New York 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
Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to New York. 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 November 6, 2025.
The most flights from SAN to NYC are scheduled on a Thursday (38 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Diego to New York?
What’s the top layover airport for flights from San Diego to New York?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Diego to New York chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Las Vegas (LAS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 81% of 1-stop itineraries from San Diego to New York on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San Diego to New York?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San Diego to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Las Vegas (LAS) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $181.
What’s the fastest layover option from San Diego to New York?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Diego to New York, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Las Vegas (LAS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 7h 33m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Diego to New York?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Diego to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Las Vegas (LAS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 11m.
The best insider tips for San Diego to New York flights
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Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to New York, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Hawaiian Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodHannah,Aug 2025
SFO - SAN
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodHannah,Aug 2025
SFO - SAN
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodHannah,Aug 2025
SFO - SAN
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodHannah,Aug 2025
SFO - SAN
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodHannah,Aug 2025
SFO - SAN
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.1
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodHannah,Aug 2025
SFO - SAN
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$82 | Average$195 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$128 | Average$271 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$148 | Average$349 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$161 | Average$357 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% | |
| Cheapest$178 | Average$373 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$216 | Average$400 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$238 | Average$408 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$247 | Average$420 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$256 | Average$377 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |