$71 Cheap Flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to San Diego (SAN)

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Cheap Flights from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to San Diego (EWR-SAN)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $71 for one-way flights and $141 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Fri, May 30 - Tue, Jun 3
EWR
New York
SAN
San Diego
$141 Roundtrip, just found
$141
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 30 from New York to San Diego, returning Tue, Jun 3, priced at $141 just found
Spirit Airlines
Fri, May 30 - Tue, Jun 3
EWR
New York
SAN
San Diego
$161 Roundtrip, just found
$161
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 30 from New York to San Diego, returning Tue, Jun 3, priced at $161 just found
Spirit Airlines
Thu, May 29 - Tue, Jun 3
EWR
New York
SAN
San Diego
$164 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$164
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 29 from New York to San Diego, returning Tue, Jun 3, priced at $164 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, May 29 - Tue, Jun 3
EWR
New York
SAN
San Diego
$167 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$167
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 29 from New York to San Diego, returning Tue, Jun 3, priced at $167 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, May 24 - Sat, May 31
EWR
New York
SAN
San Diego
$175 Roundtrip, just found
$175
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 24 from New York to San Diego, returning Sat, May 31, priced at $175 just found
Spirit Airlines
Fri, May 30 - Mon, Jun 2
EWR
New York
SAN
San Diego
$181 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$181
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 30 from New York to San Diego, returning Mon, Jun 2, priced at $181 found 1 hour ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, May 24 - Sat, May 31
EWR
New York
SAN
San Diego
$199 Roundtrip, just found
$199
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 24 from New York to San Diego, returning Sat, May 31, priced at $199 just found
Hawaiian Airlines
Mon, May 12 - Thu, May 29
EWR
New York
SAN
San Diego
$252 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$252
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Mon, May 12 from New York to San Diego, returning Thu, May 29, priced at $252 found 14 hours ago
United
Tue, May 20 - Tue, Jun 10
EWR
New York
SAN
San Diego
$257 Roundtrip, just found
$257
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Tue, May 20 from New York to San Diego, returning Tue, Jun 10, priced at $257 just found
American Airlines
Tue, May 20 - Tue, Jun 10
EWR
New York
CLD
Carlsbad
$277 Roundtrip, just found
$277
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 20 from New York to Carlsbad, returning Tue, Jun 10, priced at $277 just found

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to fly from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
United Airlines has a direct flight jetting off from Newark Airport at 6:30AM and arriving at SAN at 9:32AM — a flying time of 6 hours and 2 minutes. Lock in your perfect seat, bring a few things to keep you busy and the time will whiz by.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to SAN last minute?
Being spontaneous is a rewarding way to travel around, but it isn’t necessarily the smartest way to find a bargain plane ticket. It’s better to book your EWR to San Diego Airport journey well in advance instead of leaving it till the last minute. Based on flight pricing and demand studies in 2022, we have found that the best time to book domestic flights is between 28 – 35 days ahead of the departure date, and international flights three to four months in advance. You can unleash your spontaneous side when you’re discovering San Diego Airport!
What airports do you fly into for San Diego from Newark?
From Newark, you can get to San Diego through San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) and San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field). Determine which terminal is more convenient for you before making your decision. If you opt for San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), it’s approximately 2 mi northwest of the downtown area. Use the money you save when booking your trip with Expedia to tour the city’s well-known attractions, such as San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from EWR to SAN?
Between 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM is when you’ll find many United Airlines flights jetting from EWR to San Diego Airport. Our recommendation? Choose a flight that departs early. With air traffic yet to build up, your odds of jumping on a delay-free flight are better.
Can I change the date of my flight from Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Quickly make changes to your Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to SAN trip by logging in to the Expedia Trips portal. Before you amend times or dates, browse the ticket rules in your itinerary to learn what you’re able to do and what charges may apply. Some airlines charge a change fee per person, plus any difference in fare prices. However, if you booked in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel for free and arrange new flights. You can also take a look at our Customer Service portal for more information and to chat with our Virtual Agent.
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