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Cheap flights from San Diego to New York

San Diego International Airport (SAN) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). 2,441 miles, 5h 10m nonstop.

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SAN to JFK at a glance

Computed from airline schedules and the fares we track for this route. Refreshed several times a day.

Distance
2,441 milesgreat-circle
Typical flight time
5h 10mnonstop, gate to gate
Nonstop airlines
AADLWNB65 airlinesAmerican, Delta, Southwest
Nonstop flights per day
28all airlines combined
Cheapest month
January 2027over the next six months
Best day to fly
Wednesday18% less than Friday
Time difference
3h aheadNew York vs San Diego

San Diego to New York

Round trips from $176

Per traveler, taxes and fees included. Lowest fare we found departs Wed, Jan 20.

Cheapest month: January 2027

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San Diego to New York fares by month

Lowest round-trip economy fare per traveler in each of the next six months, taxes and fees included. Select a month to search that date.

  1. September 2026from Tue, Sep 29$232
  2. October 2026from Wed, Oct 28$208
  3. November 2026from Tue, Nov 10$194
  4. December 2026from Wed, Dec 16$194
  5. January 2027from Wed, Jan 20$176
  6. February 2027from Tue, Feb 9$176

Airlines flying San Diego to New York

5 airlines fly nonstop with 28 departures a day combined, plus 5 more with one stop.

Connecting options

Hubs where one airline can carry you on both legs, most choices first.

Which airport should I use?

San DiegoNew York has 3 airports. Fares can differ by $50 to $150 round trip between them, so check the alternatives before you book.

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Tips for this route

  • American, Delta, Southwest and JetBlue all fly SAN to JFK nonstop, so compare the total with bags before picking the lowest base fare: the difference between a basic and a standard economy ticket is often less than one checked bag each way.
  • January 2027 is the cheapest month to fly over the next six months, with round trips from $176; September 2026 is the most expensive at $232 and up, a difference of $56 per traveler.
  • Departing on a Wednesday averages 18% less than a Friday on this route. If your dates are flexible, shift the outbound by a day or two and check the calendar view before you book.
  • Fares on this route are usually lowest 4 to 8 weeks before departure and rise sharply inside two weeks.
  • New York is 3 hours ahead of San Diego. Expect to lose 3 hours on the clock heading east, so an overnight or late-afternoon departure tends to arrive at a more usable hour.

Destination guide

New York: Three airports, five boroughs, endless reasons to go

New York is the most-flown destination in the US, served by JFK, LaGuardia and Newark. Fares are competitive year-round thanks to nonstop service from nearly every major airport, and the subway makes a car unnecessary.

Best time to visit: April–June and September–early November bring mild weather and manageable crowds. December is magical but expensive; January and February have the lowest fares and hotel rates.

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San Diego to New York: common questions

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

A nonstop flight from San Diego (SAN) to New York (JFK) takes about 5h 10m gate to gate, covering 2,441 miles. Connecting itineraries add the layover, typically 1 to 3 hours more in total.

Which airlines fly nonstop from SAN to JFK?

American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, JetBlue and Alaska Airlines operate nonstop flights from San Diego (SAN) to New York (JFK), with 28 nonstop departures a day between them. One-stop options connect through DEN, IAH and LAS.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to New York?

Over the next six months, January 2027 has the lowest round-trip fares from San Diego (SAN) to New York (JFK), starting at $176 per traveler including taxes and fees. Within any month, Wednesday departures average the lowest prices.

How far in advance should I book San Diego to New York flights?

Fares on this route are usually lowest 4 to 8 weeks before departure and rise sharply inside two weeks. Air1 Tickets includes free cancellation within 24 hours of booking on every fare, so you can lock in a good price and keep looking.

What is the time difference between San Diego and New York?

New York is 3 hours ahead of San Diego. SAN is on America/Los Angeles time and JFK on America/New York time. Departure and arrival times in search results are always shown in local time at each airport.

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