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Cheap flights from San Diego to New York from £102

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — NYC
6 Jun — 13 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to New York are usually found in September or January, booked 42 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from San Diego to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 May 2026.

Tue 3/1121:56
SAN
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 40m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 4/1110:00
JFK
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 54m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/5£200
Sat 23/521:05
SAN
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 26m
United Airlines
Tue 2/606:35
EWR
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/5£204
Wed 2/922:10
SAN
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 33m
Delta
Sun 6/908:45
JFK
-
SAN
Nonstop6h 17m
Delta
Deal found 6/5£204
Wed 27/520:30
SAN
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 33m
JetBlue
Mon 1/607:30
JFK
-
SAN
Nonstop6h 05m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/5£204
Fri 7/820:30
SAN
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 34m
JetBlue
Tue 11/815:59
JFK
-
SAN
Nonstop6h 01m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/5£205
Tue 20/1021:30
SAN
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 37m
JetBlue
Tue 27/1017:00
JFK
-
SAN
Nonstop6h 20m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/5£207
Wed 27/522:30
SAN
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 23m
United Airlines
Sat 30/514:12
EWR
-
SAN
1 stop8h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/5£208
Wed 27/521:45
SAN
-
EWR
1 stop7h 07m
United Airlines
Tue 2/606:35
EWR
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/5£211
Thu 28/506:15
SAN
-
JFK
1 stop13h 06m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 3/611:30
JFK
-
SAN
Nonstop6h 08m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5£211
Wed 9/1217:51
SAN
-
JFK
1 stop10h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 10/1216:00
JFK
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 59m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5£213
Wed 27/521:05
SAN
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 26m
United Airlines
Fri 29/506:35
EWR
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/5£215
Wed 3/622:30
SAN
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 23m
United Airlines
Wed 10/620:47
EWR
-
SAN
Nonstop5h 53m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/5£218

Find flight deals from San Diego to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to New York (NYC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 7 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£200

One-way from

£102

Popular in

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Cheapest in

September

Average price

£248

Good one-way deal

£80 or less
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 3/11-4/11
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 34m total
  • San Diego to New York
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 27/5
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 23m total
  • San Diego to New York
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Customise your flight search to find flights from San Diego to New York that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 7 May 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

San DiegoNew York

SAN - JFK

SANJFK

San Diego

Wed 9/9

13:05-21:55

Nonstop5h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 15/9

17:30-20:48

Nonstop6h 18m

£204

San DiegoNew York

SAN - JFK

SANJFK

San Diego

Mon 17/8

21:59-06:27

Nonstop5h 28m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 22/8

17:25-20:36

Nonstop6h 11m

£204

San DiegoNew York

SAN - JFK

SANJFK

San Diego

Mon 14/9

22:10-06:43

Nonstop5h 33m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 20/9

20:20-23:43

Nonstop6h 23m

£204

San DiegoNew York

SAN - JFK

SANJFK

San Diego

Thu 28/5

06:15-22:21

1 stop13h 06m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 3/6

07:00-16:21

1 stop12h 21m

£218

San DiegoNewark

SAN - EWR

SANEWR

San Diego

Fri 7/8

21:40-10:29

1 stop9h 49m

Newark

Tue 11/8

06:00-11:07

1 stop8h 07m

£218

San DiegoNewark

SAN - EWR

SANEWR

San Diego

Thu 28/5

11:50-23:49

1 stop8h 59m

Newark

Wed 3/6

06:00-10:23

1 stop7h 23m

£233

San DiegoNew York

SAN - JFK

SANJFK

San Diego

Mon 1/6

20:04-15:12

1 stop16h 08m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 5/6

16:41-19:58

Nonstop6h 17m

£241

San DiegoNew York

SAN - JFK

SANJFK

San Diego

Mon 1/6

21:37-06:17

Nonstop5h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/6

20:15-10:22

1 stop17h 07m

£241

San DiegoNew York

SAN - JFK

SANJFK

San Diego

Wed 10/6

13:05-22:01

Nonstop5h 56m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 16/6

17:30-20:34

Nonstop6h 04m

£241

San DiegoNew York

SAN - JFK

SANJFK

San Diego

Fri 5/6

22:00-06:26

Nonstop5h 26m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/6

20:29-23:39

Nonstop6h 10m

£241

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to New York

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to New York

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to New York?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to New York, you should look to book at least 23 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to New York?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to New York (average of £215). Flying from San Diego to New York in November is currently the most expensive (average of £350). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 7 May 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Diego to New York as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to New York. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 7 May 2026.

The most flights from SAN to NYC are scheduled on a Thursday (40 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from San Diego to New York?

How often are flights from San Diego to New York delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between San Diego and New York have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 163 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Diego to New York flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Diego to New York flights?

Over the past year, Alaska Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New York. Reviews last updated 7 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines from San Diego to New York to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,336 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,336 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,336 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to New York. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to New York?

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego is the airport most travelers will use when flying to New York from San Diego. Booking flights from San Diego (SAN) to New York should be relatively easy as there are 29 daily outbound flights to New York from 1 airline.

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

    Departing from San Diego to New York will take you 5h 50m. The distance between San Diego and New York is about 2440 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Diego to New York round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Diego to New York is Alaska Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £127 on this airline. Users have found that Alaska Airlines is 50% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Diego to New York?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Diego to New York consider choosing Air Serbia (100%), Etihad Airways (96%) or LOT (93%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to New York?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £80. While the most popular route (San Diego - Newark) can be booked for £255 on average, our data indicates £393 when flying from San Diego to New York.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to New York that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Diego to New York flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to New York?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Diego to New York.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to New York?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to New York by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to New York?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to New York (average of £215). Flying from San Diego to New York in November is currently the most expensive (average of £350). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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