How many flights depart from New York to San Diego on average per week?

The number of flights available between New York and San Diego is 258 per week as of July 2025. The most frequent departure day is Wed, with 17% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How many flights depart from New York to San Diego on average per day?

36 flights are operational daily from New York to San Diego as of July 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 5:00PM, with 56% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

What airlines fly to San Diego?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Diego from New York according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San Diego. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to San Diego on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to San Diego?

On average, it takes 5h 41m to fly from New York to San Diego if you fly out of Newark (the most popular airport in New York) and into San Diego (the most popular airport in San Diego). If you’re flying out of New York and into San Diego, then the flight time is around 6h 35m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to San Diego?

Spirit Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from New York to San Diego

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to San Diego Airport?

Prices for flights from New York to San Diego Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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The number of operators available for flights from New York to San Diego Airport is 9 as of July 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to San Diego Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to San Diego Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Diego Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Diego Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $337 to $497. The lowest price recently found on this route was $138.

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23h 25m2 stops

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Aug 6

LGA1:30 pmNew York LaGuardia

23h 25m

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SAN9:55 amSan Diego

Aug 12

SAN6:15 amSan Diego

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LGA6:02 amNew York LaGuardia

20h 35m

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SAN7:01 pmSan Diego

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EWR5:59 pmNewark

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JFK10:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

5h 49m

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SAN9:25 pmSan Diego

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Sep 10

JFK11:30 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

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SAN7:00 amSan Diego

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and San Diego?

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?

If you are unable to visit San Diego during the month of October, then departing from New York during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $327.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

The cheapest day to depart from New York to San Diego is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for San Diego on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $369. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $462. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to San Diego.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

The cheapest time of day to fly to San Diego is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $376. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $552.

What is the cheapest New York to San Diego flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Diego?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Diego from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Diego for around $366 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Diego from New York for as low as $306 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New York to San Diego flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to San Diego flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on New York to San Diego flights?

You could potentially save up to 13% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to San Diego flight.

How have New York to San Diego flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2025, prices for New York to San Diego flights are approximately 7% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$56
Fastest flight time	5h 49m
Direct flights	Every day
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The best one-way flight to San Diego from New York in the past 72 hours is $56. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to San Diego found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $138.

The fastest flight from New York to San Diego takes 5h 49m

Direct flights go from New York to San Diego every day.

There is 1 airport near San Diego: San Diego (SAN)

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How far is New York to San Diego by plane?
New York and San Diego are 2426.8 mi apart from one another. 5h 49m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to San Diego Airport?
Prices for flights from New York to San Diego Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to San Diego Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from New York to San Diego Airport is 9 as of July 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to San Diego Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to San Diego Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Diego Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Diego Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from New York to San Diego?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from New York to San Diego is Boeing 737 MAX 9, representing 21.78% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A321neo at 14.61%, Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 at 14.20%, and Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 11.93%.
What is the most popular airline from New York to San Diego?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from New York to San Diego is Delta (30% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are JetBlue (24%), Alaska Airlines (23%), and United Airlines (13%).

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Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $82	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,038 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $116	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.9 3,252 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $148	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,581 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $153	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 2,909 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Delta	PriceFrom $168	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,959 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $222	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
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United Airlines	PriceFrom $256	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,864 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $296	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,239 reviews	Search Southwest flights

Delta Flights From New York to San Diego
Delta operates around 10 flights from New York to San Diego every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $399, but momondo users have found Delta deals from New York to San Diego from as low as $168 round-trip. Delta has been scored 8.0/10 in 7,959 reviews.
Alaska Airlines Flights From New York to San Diego
$234 is the best Alaska Airlines flight deal from New York to San Diego found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average Alaska Airlines ticket price found was closer to $472, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. Alaska Airlines (8.0/10 from 10,000 user reviews) flies into San Diego from New York 21 times in an average week so prices can vary.

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and San Diego?

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?

If you are unable to visit San Diego during the month of October, then departing from New York during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $327.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

The cheapest time of day to fly to San Diego is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $376. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $552.

What is the cheapest New York to San Diego flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Diego?

What cabin class options are available on New York to San Diego flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to San Diego flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on New York to San Diego flights?

You could potentially save up to 13% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to San Diego flight.

How have New York to San Diego flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2025, prices for New York to San Diego flights are approximately 7% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to San Diego?

Spirit Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from New York to San Diego

What airlines fly to San Diego?

How many flights depart from New York to San Diego on average per day?

36 flights are operational daily from New York to San Diego as of July 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 5:00PM, with 56% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from New York to San Diego on average per week?

The number of flights available between New York and San Diego is 258 per week as of July 2025. The most frequent departure day is Wed, with 17% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How long does it take to fly to San Diego?

On average, it takes 5h 41m to fly from New York to San Diego if you fly out of Newark (the most popular airport in New York) and into San Diego (the most popular airport in San Diego). If you’re flying out of New York and into San Diego, then the flight time is around 6h 35m.

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