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$126+ Cheap flights from New York State 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 8/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — SAN
jun. 17 — jun. 241
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Cheap flight deals from New York to San Diego

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New York to San Diego flight deals. Data was last updated junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$251
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$126
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$433

Good round-trip deal

$337 or less

Good one-way deal

$182 or less
From New York to San Diego
One-way flight from New York to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($25 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New York to San Diego.
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Cheapest flights from New York to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/266:05 amROC - SAN
1 stop8h 17mUnited Airlines
sáb. 8/309:41 pmSAN - ROC
1 stop8h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$251
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/2310:50 pmLGA - SAN
1 stop15h 12mMultiple Airlines
mié. 8/273:10 pmSAN - LGA
2 stops17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$257
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 8/106:59 amJFK - SAN
1 stop8h 09mFrontier
mar. 8/127:04 pmSAN - JFK
1 stop7h 26mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$258
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/95:59 amLGA - SAN
2 stops14h 56mSpirit Airlines
vie. 7/1112:30 pmSAN - LGA
1 stop18h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$259
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
mié. 9/310:00 amJFK - SAN
Nonstop5h 49mAlaska Airlines
lun. 9/87:00 amSAN - JFK
Nonstop5h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$262
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
sáb. 8/233:00 pmLGA - SAN
1 stop9h 15mDelta
mié. 8/278:00 amSAN - LGA
1 stop9h 26mDelta
Deal found 6/10$262
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
mar. 7/296:27 amROC - SAN
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
mar. 8/510:47 pmSAN - ROC
1 stop10h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/1312:47 pmLGA - SAN
1 stop7h 52mUnited Airlines
dom. 8/1710:20 pmSAN - LGA
1 stop7h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$272
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
vie. 8/2212:29 pmLGA - SAN
1 stop8h 06mAmerican Airlines
mar. 8/261:00 pmSAN - LGA
1 stop7h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$274
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
jue. 6/266:59 amEWR - SAN
2 stops27h 14mSpirit Airlines
sáb. 7/56:15 amSAN - EWR
1 stop20h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$276
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
sáb. 8/234:43 pmEWR - SAN
Nonstop5h 49mAlaska Airlines
mié. 8/278:33 amSAN - EWR
Nonstop5h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/9$277
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
mié. 8/276:00 amHPN - SAN
1 stop9h 15mAmerican Airlines
mié. 9/310:32 pmSAN - HPN
1 stop7h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$277

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York 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 junio 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York State to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

New York

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RochesterSan Diego

ROC - SAN

ROCSAN

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

mar. 8/26

6:05 am-11:22 am

1 stop8h 17m

San Diego

sáb. 8/30

9:41 pm-9:33 am

1 stop8h 52m

$251

New YorkSan Diego

LGA - SAN

LGASAN

New York LaGuardia

sáb. 8/23

10:50 pm-11:02 am

1 stop15h 12m

San Diego

mié. 8/27

3:10 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops17h 50m

$257

New YorkSan Diego

JFK - SAN

JFKSAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dom. 8/10

6:59 am-12:08 pm

1 stop8h 09m

San Diego

mar. 8/12

7:04 pm-5:30 am

1 stop7h 26m

$258

New YorkSan Diego

LGA - SAN

LGASAN

New York LaGuardia

mié. 7/9

5:59 am-5:55 pm

2 stops14h 56m

San Diego

vie. 7/11

12:30 pm-10:20 am

1 stop18h 50m

$259

New YorkSan Diego

JFK - SAN

JFKSAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 9/3

10:00 am-12:49 pm

Nonstop5h 49m

San Diego

lun. 9/8

7:00 am-3:40 pm

Nonstop5h 40m

$262

New YorkSan Diego

LGA - SAN

LGASAN

New York LaGuardia

sáb. 8/23

3:00 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop9h 15m

San Diego

mié. 8/27

8:00 am-8:26 pm

1 stop9h 26m

$262

RochesterSan Diego

ROC - SAN

ROCSAN

Rochester Greater Rochester Intl

mar. 7/29

6:27 am-10:41 am

1 stop7h 14m

San Diego

mar. 8/5

10:47 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop10h 18m

$269

New YorkSan Diego

LGA - SAN

LGASAN

New York LaGuardia

mié. 8/13

12:47 pm-5:39 pm

1 stop7h 52m

San Diego

dom. 8/17

10:20 pm-9:11 am

1 stop7h 51m

$272

New YorkSan Diego

LGA - SAN

LGASAN

New York LaGuardia

vie. 8/22

12:29 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop8h 06m

San Diego

mar. 8/26

1:00 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$274

NewarkSan Diego

EWR - SAN

EWRSAN

Newark

jue. 6/26

6:59 am-7:13 am

2 stops27h 14m

San Diego

sáb. 7/5

6:15 am-5:48 am

1 stop20h 33m

$276

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Cheapflights Insights

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from State of New York to San Diego?

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

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 junio 12, 2025.

When flying from State of New York to San Diego, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from State of New York to San Diego

Explore weekly flight availability from New York 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 junio 12, 2025.

The most flights from USNY 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 (11 on average).

Rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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 junio 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from New York to San Diego, see what other customers have to say about Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Overall

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego (SAN) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Diego from New York.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $126. Spirit Airlines flights start at $133 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $139 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from State of New York to San Diego?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from State of New York to San Diego?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from State of New York to San Diego consider choosing LOT (100%), TAP AIR PORTUGAL (97%) or JetBlue (91%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from State of New York to San Diego?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from State of New York to San Diego? While on average our users pay $902, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $138. The most popular route (New York John F Kennedy Intl - San Diego), is priced around $227.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York 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 State of New York to San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of New York to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from State of New York 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 9 airlines flying from New York to San Diego

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$82Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$99Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$128Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$148Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
JetBlueCheapest$153Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$224Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$233Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$266Average$521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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