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$135+ Cheap flights from LaGuardia, NY (LGA) to San Diego (SAN)

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 8/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGA — SAN
Aug 2 — Aug 91
Sat 8/2
Sat 8/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York LaGuardia to San Diego are usually found in September or January, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from LaGuardia to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from LaGuardia (LGA) to San Diego (SAN). 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 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$227
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$135
(Frontier)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$313
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Cheapest flights from LaGuardia to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from LaGuardia to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 28, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1210:55 pmLGA - SAN
1 stop15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/197:01 pmSAN - LGA
2 stops19h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$227
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Sat 8/162:01 pmLGA - SAN
2 stops12h 36mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/217:01 pmSAN - LGA
2 stops14h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/26$228
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Sat 8/301:00 pmLGA - SAN
1 stop10h 04mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/210:45 pmSAN - LGA
1 stop7h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/27$257
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Wed 8/2710:50 pmLGA - SAN
1 stop14h 38mFrontier
Sat 8/306:25 amSAN - LGA
1 stop12h 40mFrontier
Deal found 7/26$258

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

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LaGuardia

Fly to

San Diego

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Depart

Return

Price

New YorkSan Diego

LGA - SAN

LGASAN

New York LaGuardia

Tue 8/12

10:55 pm-11:10 am

1 stop15h 15m

San Diego

Tue 8/19

7:01 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops19h 29m

$227

New YorkSan Diego

LGA - SAN

LGASAN

New York LaGuardia

Sat 8/16

2:01 pm-11:37 pm

2 stops12h 36m

San Diego

Thu 8/21

7:01 pm-12:29 pm

2 stops14h 28m

$228

New YorkSan Diego

LGA - SAN

LGASAN

New York LaGuardia

Sat 8/30

1:00 pm-8:04 pm

1 stop10h 04m

San Diego

Tue 9/2

10:45 pm-9:04 am

1 stop7h 19m

$257

New YorkSan Diego

LGA - SAN

LGASAN

New York LaGuardia

Wed 8/27

10:50 pm-10:28 am

1 stop14h 38m

San Diego

Sat 8/30

6:25 am-10:05 pm

1 stop12h 40m

$258

New YorkSan Diego

LGA - SAN

LGASAN

New York LaGuardia

Wed 8/13

10:55 pm-9:52 am

1 stop13h 57m

$135

New YorkSan Diego

LGA - SAN

LGASAN

New York LaGuardia

Sun 9/7

9:59 am-7:29 am

2 stops24h 30m

$136

New YorkSan Diego

LGA - SAN

LGASAN

New York LaGuardia

Tue 8/19

11:59 am-5:53 pm

1 stop8h 54m

$139

New YorkSan Diego

LGA - SAN

LGASAN

New York LaGuardia

Fri 8/22

2:00 pm-7:16 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$149

New YorkSan Diego

LGA - SAN

LGASAN

New York LaGuardia

Tue 8/19

7:00 am-1:40 pm

2 stops9h 40m

$194

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Deals found on 7/27

Best time to book a flight from LaGuardia to San Diego

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from LaGuardia to San Diego. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to San Diego, you should look to book at least 43 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 New York LaGuardia Airport to San Diego?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from New York LaGuardia 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 LGA to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from LaGuardia 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 July 28, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to San Diego in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 13% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from LaGuardia to San Diego. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York LaGuardia Airport to San Diego flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New York LaGuardia Airport to San Diego

Explore weekly flight availability from LaGuardia 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 July 28, 2025.

The most flights from LGA to SAN are scheduled on a Friday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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 July 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from New York LaGuardia Airport to San Diego have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,971 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,971 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,971 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,893 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,971 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,971 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,034 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,971 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,238 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,971 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly into San Diego (SAN) if they book a flight to San Diego from New York LaGuardia. On average, San Diego has 1 inbound flight from New York LaGuardia per day from 8 airlines. San Diego is conveniently located just 2.6 mi from San Diego’s city center.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($228), Frontier ($258), and Delta ($277) offers the cheapest pricing from New York LaGuardia Airport to San Diego. Spirit Airlines is 39% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to San Diego are Frontier ($135), Spirit Airlines ($136), and Delta ($139).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from New York LaGuardia 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 8 airlines flying from LaGuardia to San Diego

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from LaGuardia 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 July 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$82Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$158Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$168Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$236Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$256Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$277Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$367Average$616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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