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Explore current cheapest deals departing from San Diego to New York

August 18 - August 19

Cheapest

SAN - New York

$361

$211

Round trip

September 22 - September 29

Cheapest

SAN - New York

$296

$211

Round trip

October 7 - October 20

Cheapest

SAN - New York

$297

$211

Round trip

November 4 - November 10

Best

SAN - New York

$346

$212

Round trip

August 25 - August 27

SAN - New York

$341

$231

Round trip

August 25 - August 29

SAN - New York

$358

$231

Round trip

August 18 - August 22

SAN - New York

$342

$231

Round trip

September 10 - September 15

SAN - New York

$300

$231

Round trip

September 24 - September 29

SAN - New York

$310

$231

Round trip

August 13 - August 19

Earliest

SAN - New York

$328

$232

Round trip

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Insights for flights from San Diego to New York

Fares for flights from San Diego to New York typically range from $275–$587, with a median of $368. Right now, fares are above the typical level, and only 5% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find cheap flights from San Diego to New York.
When is the cheapest time to fly from San Diego to New York? The data indicates that January is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $154. Other cost-effective months include February, with a median fare of $277, and November, where the median fare is $286.
The typical journey time for flights from San Diego to New York is 11h 37m, including connections. This route is characterized by a significant number of connecting itineraries, as most itineraries connect at least once. Only 36.4% of recent fares were for direct flights from San Diego to New York, and connecting itineraries typically involve 1 stopover.
The distance between San Diego and New York is approximately 3900 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance means you can expect a substantial travel duration, often involving a full day of travel when accounting for connections.

How much is a round trip from San Diego to New York

Regular price: $292 - $431

Prices are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from San Diego to New York (LGA) typically range from $292 to $431. The current lowest deal is $211 with Southwest Airlines, for travel on Aug 18-Aug 19.

now $211

Low $292

High $431

The cheapest time to fly from San Diego to New York

The cheapest month to fly from San Diego to New York is January, with a median price of $154. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $637. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $154

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $637

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Direct flights from San Diego to New York

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Last-minute flights going from San Diego to New York

Mon, Jun 29

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - New York

American Airlines

San Diego (SAN) - New York (EWR)

American Airlines

$477

$351

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - New York

American Airlines

San Diego (SAN) - New York (EWR)

American Airlines

$296

$265

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - New York

Southwest Airlines

San Diego (SAN) - New York (LGA)

Southwest Airlines

$339

$271

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - New York

United Airlines

San Diego (SAN) - New York (LGA)

United Airlines

$311

$252

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - New York

Southwest Airlines

San Diego (SAN) - New York (LGA)

Southwest Airlines

$339

$265

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - New York

American Airlines

San Diego (SAN) - New York (JFK)

American Airlines

$328

$232

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Diego to New York

4 nights

Dec 12 - Dec 16

$526  →  $319

39%

4 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 12

$468  →  $281

40%

3 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 10

$468  →  $281

40%

4 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 7

$466  →  $280

40%

Popular Airports to fly from San Diego to New York

San Diego - New York route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for San Diego to New York are above the typical level at $211.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $154

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to New York, with a median price of $154.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 11h 37m

The median flight time from San Diego to New York is 11 hours and 37 minutes, including layovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 36.4% of deals, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers direct flights

Alaska Airlines, Inc. has offered direct flights on this route, with 2 direct deals historically.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently (1.03 per day)

Deals for flights from San Diego to New York appear frequently, with 1.03 deals per day.

San Diego main airports to depart from

San Diego International (SAN)

Cheapest

San Diego International Airport (SAN) is a primary option for flights from San Diego to New York.

📍 ~5 km from San Diego city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$211

McClellan–Palomar (CLD)

McClellan–Palomar Airport (CLD) offers an alternative departure point for flights from San Diego to New York.

📍 ~45 km from San Diego city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$283

New York main airports to arrive at

John F. Kennedy International (JFK)

Cheapest

John F. Kennedy International Airport is a good arrival option for flights from San Diego to New York.

📍 ~20 km from New York city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$211

LaGuardia (LGA)

LaGuardia Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from San Diego to New York.

📍 ~10 km from New York city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$211

New York Stewart International Airport (SWF)

New York Stewart International Airport offers an alternative arrival point for flights to New York.

📍 ~90 km from New York city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$341

Newark Liberty International (EWR)

Newark Liberty International Airport provides another arrival choice for flights from San Diego to New York.

📍 ~15 km from New York city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$278

Airports nearby New York used as alternative

Westchester County (HPN)

Westchester County Airport is a useful alternative for travelers going to the Bronx, Upper Manhattan, or Westchester.

📍 ~36 km from New York (reachable by car or rideshare)

💸 Flights from ~$278

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Philadelphia International Airport is a major international hub with a vast network of domestic and global destinations.

📍 ~135 km from New York (reachable by rail)

💸 Flights from ~$209

Long Island MacArthur (ISP)

Long Island MacArthur Airport is an excellent alternative for residents of Queens, Brooklyn, and Long Island.

📍 ~85 km from New York (reachable by rail)

💸 Flights from ~$318

Bradley International (BDL)

Cheapest

Bradley International Airport is a reliable regional airport with a good mix of legacy and budget carriers.

📍 ~160 km from New York (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$206

Trenton–Mercer (TTN)

Trenton–Mercer Airport is a viable ultra-low-cost option due to its proximity to the New Jersey/New York border.

📍 ~95 km from New York (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$360

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New York

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from San Diego to New York is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $466. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally shows a higher average price of $578. For those planning further in advance, booking 60+ days out had an average price of $481, which is still more economical than last-minute options.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from San Diego to New York is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $275. The median price for this route over the same period was $368. Prices above $587 typically fall into the higher end of the spectrum. By comparing offers to the $275 threshold, travelers can identify more favorable fares.

Historically, January has shown the cheapest flights from San Diego to New York, with a median price of $154. February also offers competitive prices, with a median of $277. In the trailing 270 days, the annual median price for this route was $368, making January significantly more affordable. November had a median price of $286.