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$124+ 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 6/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — SAN
May 18 — May 251
Mon 5/18
Mon 5/25
1 adult, Economy
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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 April 18, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/115:45 am
LGA
-
SAN
1 stop15h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/166:25 am
SAN
-
LGA
1 stop10h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/14$254
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Wed 5/275:45 am
LGA
-
SAN
1 stop15h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/110:07 pm
SAN
-
LGA
2 stops20h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/14$255
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Thu 5/75:45 am
LGA
-
SAN
1 stop15h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/126:25 am
SAN
-
LGA
1 stop10h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/14$258
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Sun 5/105:45 am
LGA
-
SAN
1 stop15h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/206:25 am
SAN
-
LGA
1 stop10h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$259
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 5/135:45 am
LGA
-
SAN
1 stop15h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/196:25 am
SAN
-
LGA
1 stop12h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$260
This flygcity.se deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 flygcity.se is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/46:50 am
JFK
-
SAN
Nonstop6h 03m
JetBlue
Mon 5/119:10 pm
SAN
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 20m
JetBlue
Deal found 4/13$261
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Tue 5/510:55 pm
LGA
-
SAN
1 stop22h 04m
Frontier
Mon 5/116:25 am
SAN
-
LGA
1 stop12h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 4/14$261
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/195:45 am
LGA
-
SAN
1 stop15h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/236:25 am
SAN
-
LGA
2 stops13h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$262
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 5/25:45 am
LGA
-
SAN
2 stops17h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/96:25 am
SAN
-
LGA
1 stop10h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$263
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1110:55 pm
LGA
-
SAN
1 stop22h 04m
Frontier
Wed 5/136:25 am
SAN
-
LGA
1 stop12h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 4/13$264
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Tue 5/125:45 am
LGA
-
SAN
1 stop15h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/136:25 am
SAN
-
LGA
1 stop12h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/14$265
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/25:45 am
LGA
-
SAN
2 stops17h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/66:25 am
SAN
-
LGA
1 stop12h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$266

Find 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 April 18, 2026.

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$254
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$124
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$431

Good round-trip deal

$323 or less

Good one-way deal

$190 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 April 18, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York State to San Diego that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

NewarkSan Diego

EWR - SAN

EWRSAN

Newark

Tue 9/22

7:55 pm-10:49 pm

Nonstop5h 54m

San Diego

Tue 9/29

9:15 pm-5:41 am

Nonstop5h 26m

$277

New YorkSan Diego

JFK - SAN

JFKSAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 5/28

8:30 pm-11:42 pm

Nonstop6h 12m

San Diego

Wed 6/3

1:10 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop5h 50m

$277
Quickest round-trip

NewarkSan Diego

EWR - SAN

EWRSAN

Newark

Wed 7/15

6:35 am-9:21 am

Nonstop5h 46m

San Diego

Wed 7/22

10:40 pm-7:03 am

Nonstop5h 23m

$277

New YorkSan Diego

JFK - SAN

JFKSAN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 5/7

4:45 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop6h 15m

San Diego

Wed 5/13

9:10 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop5h 20m

$280

New YorkSan Diego

LGA - SAN

LGASAN

New York LaGuardia

Thu 5/28

3:40 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop10h 30m

San Diego

Tue 6/2

9:40 am-9:25 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$297

NewarkSan Diego

EWR - SAN

EWRSAN

Newark

Fri 5/8

6:15 am-10:37 am

1 stop7h 22m

San Diego

Tue 5/12

11:38 am-11:18 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$297

White PlainsSan Diego

HPN - SAN

HPNSAN

White Plains Westchester County

Thu 7/16

5:12 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop7h 49m

San Diego

Mon 7/20

9:30 pm-9:49 am

1 stop9h 19m

$297

New YorkSan Diego

LGA - SAN

LGASAN

New York LaGuardia

Thu 5/7

6:00 am-11:16 am

1 stop8h 16m

San Diego

Wed 5/13

10:53 am-10:20 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$297

New YorkSan Diego

LGA - SAN

LGASAN

New York LaGuardia

Wed 5/6

7:59 am-1:00 pm

1 stop8h 01m

San Diego

Mon 5/11

11:38 am-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$297

New YorkSan Diego

LGA - SAN

LGASAN

New York LaGuardia

Tue 5/5

5:00 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop9h 25m

San Diego

Mon 5/11

11:38 am-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$297

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Best time to book a flight from New York to San Diego

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of New York to San Diego (average of $306). Flying from State of New York to San Diego in April is currently the most expensive (average of $496). 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 April 18, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from State of New York to San Diego in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 21% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from State of New York to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to San Diego. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their State of New York to San Diego flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon 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 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 April 18, 2026.

The most flights from USNY to SAN are scheduled on a Friday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from State of New York to San Diego?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York 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?

    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.

  • How long is the flight from State of New York to San Diego?

    A quick flight from State of New York to San Diego can take about 5h 54m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $277. State of New York and San Diego are separated by a distance of 2419 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $58. Frontier flights start at $82 while deals on American Airlines start at $108 one-way.

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

    Most travelers choose Newark - San Diego, New York John F Kennedy Intl - San Diego or New York LaGuardia - San Diego when deciding on the best route 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 Qatar Airways (96%), Alaska Airlines (94%) or Hawaiian Airlines (94%) 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 $915, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $138. The most popular route (Newark - San Diego), is priced around $274.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of New York to San Diego (average of $306). Flying from State of New York to San Diego in April is currently the most expensive (average of $496). 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 April 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$75Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$99Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$138Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$138Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
JetBlueCheapest$159Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$197Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$215Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$219Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$230Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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