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$137+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) to San Diego (SAN)

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JFK — SAN
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$202
(Frontier)

One-way from

$137
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$381

Good round-trip deal

$282 or less

Good one-way deal

$193 or less
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Fri 9/56:59 amJFK - SAN
1 stop7h 49mFrontier
Mon 9/86:49 pmSAN - JFK
1 stop14h 09mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$202
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Fri 8/226:59 amJFK - SAN
1 stop7h 55mFrontier
Thu 9/2512:33 pmSAN - JFK
1 stop13h 57mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$203
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/126:59 amJFK - SAN
1 stop19h 05mFrontier
Wed 10/158:00 amSAN - JFK
1 stop18h 30mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$204
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Wed 9/246:59 amJFK - SAN
1 stop17h 25mFrontier
Sat 10/48:00 amSAN - JFK
1 stop18h 30mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$205
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Sat 9/612:59 pmJFK - SAN
1 stop30h 43mFrontier
Wed 9/108:00 amSAN - JFK
1 stop18h 30mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$209
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Mon 9/81:01 pmJFK - SAN
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/1112:33 pmSAN - JFK
1 stop13h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$210
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Thu 11/61:05 pmJFK - SAN
1 stop12h 09mFrontier
Wed 11/126:41 amSAN - JFK
2 stops14h 52mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$212
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Mon 9/89:00 amJFK - SAN
2 stops17h 53mFrontier
Sun 9/145:37 pmSAN - JFK
1 stop14h 51mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$213
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Fri 9/2612:59 pmJFK - SAN
1 stop8h 17mFrontier
Mon 9/296:49 pmSAN - JFK
1 stop14h 09mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$214
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Fri 9/126:15 amJFK - SAN
2 stops11h 49mFrontier
Mon 9/156:49 pmSAN - JFK
1 stop14h 09mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$218
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Tue 9/26:00 amJFK - SAN
2 stops19h 22mFrontier
Fri 9/57:11 pmSAN - JFK
1 stop13h 47mFrontier
Deal found 8/13$219
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Sun 9/146:59 amJFK - SAN
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/161:35 pmSAN - JFK
1 stop12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/13$220

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Customize your flight search to find flights from John F Kennedy Intl to San Diego 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 August 14, 2025.
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New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 10/6

6:59 am-11:48 am

1 stop7h 49m

San Diego

Mon 10/13

7:43 pm-11:59 am

1 stop13h 16m

$202

New YorkSan Diego

JFK - SAN

JFKSAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/3

6:59 am-10:22 pm

1 stop18h 23m

San Diego

Fri 9/5

6:25 am-5:30 am

1 stop20h 05m

$203

New YorkSan Diego

JFK - SAN

JFKSAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 10/12

6:59 am-11:04 pm

1 stop19h 05m

San Diego

Tue 10/14

8:00 am-5:30 am

1 stop18h 30m

$204

New YorkSan Diego

JFK - SAN

JFKSAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/5

1:01 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops12h 29m

San Diego

Thu 11/13

7:18 pm-11:59 am

1 stop13h 41m

$212

New YorkSan Diego

JFK - SAN

JFKSAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/22

12:29 pm-5:54 pm

1 stop8h 25m

San Diego

Tue 10/7

8:00 am-5:30 am

1 stop18h 30m

$212

New YorkSan Diego

JFK - SAN

JFKSAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 9/4

1:01 pm-11:53 pm

2 stops13h 52m

San Diego

Sun 9/7

5:37 pm-11:28 am

1 stop14h 51m

$212

New YorkSan Diego

JFK - SAN

JFKSAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 9/5

6:15 am-3:04 pm

2 stops11h 49m

San Diego

Mon 9/8

6:49 pm-11:58 am

1 stop14h 09m

$218

New YorkSan Diego

JFK - SAN

JFKSAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/28

6:59 am-11:17 pm

1 stop19h 18m

San Diego

Sun 10/5

5:37 pm-11:28 am

1 stop14h 51m

$219

New YorkSan Diego

JFK - SAN

JFKSAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/28

1:01 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops12h 29m

San Diego

Thu 10/30

12:32 pm-5:54 am

1 stop14h 22m

$223

New YorkSan Diego

JFK - SAN

JFKSAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 10/19

6:59 am-11:17 pm

1 stop19h 18m

San Diego

Thu 10/23

7:47 pm-5:30 am

1 stop30h 43m

$227

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Diego trip
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JFK

For a quick departure, consider using the Long Island Railroad from Penn Station to JFK, taking about 20-25 minutes.

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SAN

For a stress-free arrival, use the free San Diego Flyer shuttle to connect to downtown from SAN.

Read more about SANby Blane Bachelor
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Best time to book a flight from John F Kennedy Intl to San Diego

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego from John F Kennedy Intl with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Diego

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from John F Kennedy Intl to San Diego. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

Booking 64 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Diego. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Diego?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 JFK to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Diego at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 52% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from John F Kennedy Intl to San Diego. Price data was last updated on August 10, 2025.

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

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

Explore weekly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to San Diego. 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 August 14, 2025.

The most flights from JFK to SAN are scheduled on a Thursday (34 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (21 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Diego?

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated August 14, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Diego, 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,656 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,913 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,217 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

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

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Diego from New York John F Kennedy Intl. Booking flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl to San Diego (SAN) should be relatively easy as there are 29 daily inbound flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl from 6 different airlines.

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

    Frontier, at $116, was found to be the cheapest airline from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Diego.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Hawaiian Airlines and JetBlue. Frontier is 68% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Diego on time: LOT (100%), TAP AIR PORTUGAL (95%), JetBlue (85%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Diego is $133. On average you can expect to pay $895. The most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - San Diego), can usually be booked for $243.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 John F Kennedy Intl to San Diego

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl to San Diego. 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$116Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$148Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
JetBlueCheapest$148Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$175Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$235Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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