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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York to San Diego? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs71,138. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

San Diego.Rs33,179 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs33,179, select.

San Diego.Rs34,605 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs34,605, select.

San Diego.Rs34,771 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs34,771, select.

San Diego.Rs39,022 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs39,022, select.

San Diego.Rs40,017 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Oct.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound direct flight with jetBlue departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs40,017, select.

San Diego.Rs40,941 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound direct flight with jetBlue departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs40,941, select.

San Diego.Rs41,223 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs41,223, select.

San Diego.Rs43,820 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Dec.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound direct flight with jetBlue departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs43,820, select.

San Diego.Rs43,820 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Jan.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound direct flight with jetBlue departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs43,820, select.

San Diego.Rs43,939 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Mar.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 16 Mar, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs43,939, select.

San Diego.Rs43,939 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Apr.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 13 Apr, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs43,939, select.

San Diego.Rs43,939 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Feb.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 18 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs43,939, select.

San Diego.Rs43,948 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 May.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 15 May, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs43,948, select.

San Diego.Rs43,948 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs43,948, select.

San Diego.Rs44,556 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Jun.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 3 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs44,556, select.

San Diego.Rs389,427 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Jul.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Thu, 1 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs389,427, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York to San Diego

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York to San Diego flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Direct flights from New York to San Diego

Alternative New York to San Diego routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from New York to San Diego? You could fly into the following airports instead.

San Diego International

4km from central San Diego

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from Rs33,165

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McClellan-Palomar

48km from central San Diego

from Rs76,308

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New York to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	Rs33,165
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	6 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airline	United
Average flights per week	345

Finding cheap flights from New York to San Diego: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in San Diego?

There are 2 airports in San Diego: San Diego International and McClellan-Palomar.

How much are return flights from New York to San Diego?

The best price we found for a return flight from New York to San Diego is Rs63,248. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from New York to San Diego?

6 hours and 4 minutes is the average flight time from New York to San Diego.

Which airlines fly direct from New York to San Diego?

United, Alaska Airlines and KLM fly direct from New York to San Diego.

How many flights are there a week from New York to San Diego?

As of August 2026, there are 1,380 flights per week flying from New York to San Diego.

When is the cheapest time to fly from New York to San Diego?

The cheapest month to fly from New York to San Diego is usually September.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in San Diego?

If you're flying from New York, the cheapest airport near San Diego is San Diego International – which is 4.1 km away from the centre of San Diego. We've found flights into this airport from Rs63,248.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from New York to San Diego on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to San Diego on Friday, 25 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from New York to San Diego?

Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 4 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from New York to San Diego?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Diego but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to San Diego?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in San Diego?

In August, the average temperature is usually around 23°C. August is typically the warmest month in San Diego, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 10°C. The rainiest month is February.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from New York to San Diego with?

The cheapest airline that flies to San Diego is Frontier Airlines. And the cheapest airline that flies to McClellan-Palomar Airport is jetBlue.

Flying from New York to San Diego: what you need to know

Your next exciting journey begins at one of New York's main airports, New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) or New York Newark Airport (EWR). Check out your options for booking a flight from New York to San Diego leaving from either of these bases.
The major gateways to San Diego are San Diego International Airport (SAN) and McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD).
Book a direct New York to San Diego flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 6 hours 5 minutes.
San Diego's timezone is UTC-8, which makes San Diego three hours behind New York.
The busiest route for flights from New York to San Diego is from New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to San Diego International Airport (SAN). Take your pick of 46 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from JFK to SAN is the 06:00 JetBlue Airways option. If you prefer to travel later, the latest available service is at 21:00 with Delta Air Lines.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your New York to San Diego flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during high season in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to San Diego

Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap New York to San Diego flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from New York to San Diego across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Snapping up a cheap flight from New York to San Diego is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a better deal is available.
Find a cheap New York to San Diego flight with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Flying from New York

New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)

You can catch a direct flight from New York to San Diego jetting off from New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK). Begin your journey at JFK and land at San Diego International Airport (SAN).
Choose from a variety of airlines that offer direct New York to San Diego plane tickets out of JFK. Book your journey with one of these:
Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of New York, JFK can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from New York to San Diego? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to New York John F. Kennedy Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of New York John F. Kennedy Airport, data shows 73% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.

New York Newark Airport (EWR)

You can catch a direct flight from New York to San Diego out of New York Newark Airport (EWR). Start your trip at EWR and touch down at San Diego International Airport (SAN).
From EWR, you can book a direct New York to San Diego plane ticket with United Airlines.
EWR is around 14 kilometres from central New York. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from New York to San Diego? Kick back in a hotel near New York Newark Airport before your holiday officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
When it comes to flight punctuality, New York Newark Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 71%.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.

New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

From central New York, LGA is around 13 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 30 minutes to get there by car and 55 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your New York to San Diego flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near New York LaGuardia Airport make departure day effortless if you're setting off early:
The on-time performance record of LGA is 69%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights from this airport reach their final stop as planned.
New York LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.

Arriving in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

San Diego International Airport (SAN) is approximately 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take around 15 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
Book a hotel near SAN if you're coming in on a late flight from New York to San Diego. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a San Diego International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of San Diego and beyond.
Reserving your ride from San Diego International Airport about two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

Central San Diego is about 48 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). As soon as your flight from New York to San Diego has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
After your flight from New York to San Diego, tuck yourself in at a hotel near CLD. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a McClellan-Palomar Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Budget, Hertz or Avis and be on your way in a flash.
Save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Secure your ride from CLD in advance so you can simply collect the keys and drive away.

Best time to go to San Diego

March is the quietest month for flights from New York to San Diego, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to San Diego based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in San Diego is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 27ºC. Book your New York to San Diego ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from New York to San Diego in February when temperatures average between 8ºC and 22ºC.

More about San Diego

When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in San Diego right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from New York to San Diego:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum are must-visits when exploring San Diego.

Explore more of the United States

Los Angeles is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen San Diego. Around 177 kilometres to the northwest, top sights here include Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in the United States, consider Phoenix, roughly 483 kilometres east of San Diego. Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum are key reasons to visit.