$101 Cheap Flights from New York (JFK) to San Diego (SAN)

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Cheap Flights from New York to San Diego (JFK-SAN)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $101 for one-way flights and $202 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Thu, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 7
JFK
New York
SAN
San Diego
$202 Roundtrip, just found
$202
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from New York to San Diego, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $202 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 7
JFK
New York
SAN
San Diego
$212 Roundtrip, just found
$212
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from New York to San Diego, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $212 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Sep 20 - Thu, Sep 25
JFK
New York
SAN
San Diego
$223 Roundtrip, just found
$223
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 20 from New York to San Diego, returning Thu, Sep 25, priced at $223 just found
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Sep 8 - Sat, Sep 13
JFK
New York
SAN
San Diego
$229 Roundtrip, just found
$229
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from New York to San Diego, returning Sat, Sep 13, priced at $229 just found
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Sep 12 - Wed, Sep 17
JFK
New York
SAN
San Diego
$231 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$231
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 12 from New York to San Diego, returning Wed, Sep 17, priced at $231 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 10
JFK
New York
SAN
San Diego
$233 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$233
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from New York to San Diego, returning Wed, Sep 10, priced at $233 found 1 hour ago
Delta
Wed, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 15
JFK
New York
SAN
San Diego
$235 Roundtrip, just found
$235
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Sep 10 from New York to San Diego, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $235 just found
JetBlue Airways
Sat, Oct 11 - Mon, Oct 13
JFK
New York
SAN
San Diego
$239 Roundtrip, just found
$239
Roundtrip
just found
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Sat, Oct 11 from New York to San Diego, returning Mon, Oct 13, priced at $239 just found
Alaska Airlines
Sat, Sep 20 - Thu, Sep 25
JFK
New York
SAN
San Diego
$246 Roundtrip, just found
$246
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 20 from New York to San Diego, returning Thu, Sep 25, priced at $246 just found
Sun Country Airlines
Thu, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 16
JFK
New York
SAN
San Diego
$387 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$387
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from New York to San Diego, returning Sun, Nov 16, priced at $387 found 4 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York (JFK) to San Diego (SAN)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $138 - $367 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

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Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

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Flights from New York (JFK) to San Diego (SAN)
Origin airport
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Destination airport
San Diego Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Sun Country Airlines
Roundtrip price
$201
Distance
2440 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 1 min

New York to San Diego Flights

The cheapest times to fly from New York to San Diego

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from New York to San Diego are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from New York to San Diego with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from New York to San Diego

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from New York to San Diego: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from New York to San Diego

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from New York to San Diego in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $101 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap New York to San Diego flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your New York to San Diego airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $101 or cheap return flight from $202 from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
The cheapest month to fly from JFK to SAN is September, when demand is low. Off-peak months are often when better flight deals are available between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Take the express route to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). 3 airlines offer direct flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK), including:

  • Delta Air Lines
  • JetBlue Airways
  • Alaska Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
While prices may vary depending on when you travel, Alaska Airlines and JetBlue Airways are often frequently picked for flights between John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) and San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). You can also compare airlines on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the best deal for your JFK to SAN flight.
How many flights per day from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
When jetting out of John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK), you can pick from an average of 5 daily nonstop flights to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Flights between JFK and SAN are busiest at 4 PM. If you want a more relaxed experience and potentially cheaper prices, look for a time when demand is lower.
What day of the week has the most flights from JFK to SAN?
Travel on a Friday if you're looking for the best choice of flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN).
What is the earliest flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)'s first flight to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) departs at approximately 6:59AM UTC-5. With a total flight time of 6h 11m, you'll arrive at around 10:10AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Flights from JFK to SAN have an average travel time of 6 hours and 26 minutes. The total distance between the two airports is 2,400 mi.
What airline has the least delays from JFK to SAN?
With 83% of journeys usually landing on time, JetBlue Airways has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). To monitor your flight status and get notified about any changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Select a flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays. Departures after this hour are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for San Diego from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
If you're boarding a direct flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San Diego, San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your trip to book your flight from JFK to SAN generally means paying more. While you may come across some last-minute deals, they aren't always guaranteed. Keep your travel schedule open to boost your chances of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a JFK to SAN flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by booking a JFK to SAN flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage everything in one convenient place. After choosing your ideal flights and accommodations, you can add extras such as tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
In most cases, you're able to reschedule or cancel your JFK to SAN flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if your booking was made more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's guidelines and fees on flight changes, or if you need further information, visit our Customer Service portal.

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