$80 Cheap Flights from New York (JFK) to San Diego (SAN)

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Cheap Flights from New York to San Diego (JFK-SAN)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $80 for one-way flights and $159 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Thu, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 20
JFK
New York
CLD
Carlsbad
$159 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$159
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 16 from New York to Carlsbad, returning Mon, Oct 20, priced at $159 found 4 days ago
American Airlines
Tue, Apr 22 - Tue, Apr 29
JFK
New York
CLD
Carlsbad
$173 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$173
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Apr 22 from New York to Carlsbad, returning Tue, Apr 29, priced at $173 found 4 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, May 22 - Sat, May 24
JFK
New York
SAN
San Diego
$218 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$218
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 22 from New York to San Diego, returning Sat, May 24, priced at $218 found 11 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, May 10 - Sat, May 24
JFK
New York
SAN
San Diego
$223 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$223
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 10 from New York to San Diego, returning Sat, May 24, priced at $223 found 1 day ago
JetBlue Airways
Wed, May 21 - Sat, May 24
JFK
New York
SAN
San Diego
$225 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$225
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Wed, May 21 from New York to San Diego, returning Sat, May 24, priced at $225 found 14 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, May 10 - Sat, May 24
JFK
New York
SAN
San Diego
$228 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$228
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 10 from New York to San Diego, returning Sat, May 24, priced at $228 found 1 day ago
JetBlue Airways
Tue, May 13 - Sat, May 24
JFK
New York
SAN
San Diego
$230 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$230
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, May 13 from New York to San Diego, returning Sat, May 24, priced at $230 found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Sat, May 17 - Sat, May 24
JFK
New York
SAN
San Diego
$233 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$233
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 17 from New York to San Diego, returning Sat, May 24, priced at $233 found 5 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Apr 22 - Sat, Apr 26
JFK
New York
CLD
Carlsbad
$237 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$237
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Apr 22 from New York to Carlsbad, returning Sat, Apr 26, priced at $237 found 2 days ago
Delta
Wed, May 21 - Wed, May 28
JFK
New York
SAN
San Diego
$257 Roundtrip, just found
$257
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, May 21 from New York to San Diego, returning Wed, May 28, priced at $257 just found
Flights from New York (JFK) to Carlsbad (CLD)
Origin airport
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Destination airport
McClellan-Palomar
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Sun Country Airlines
Roundtrip price
$158
Distance
2433 mi

New York to San Diego Flights

The cheapest times to fly from New York to San Diego

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from New York to San Diego are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from New York to San Diego with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from New York to San Diego

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from New York to San Diego: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from New York to San Diego

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from New York to San Diego in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $80 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap New York to San Diego flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your New York to San Diego airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) cost?
Cheap round-trip fares from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) start from $252. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Alaska Airlines flight leaving JFK on May 6 2025 and touching down at SAN. The price was last updated on April 10 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from JFK to SAN?
Snap up a low fare by booking your direct flight from JFK to SAN in June. You can find a one-way JetBlue Airways flight for $125 leaving on June 14 2025. This price is based on the cheapest direct flight found on Expedia for this route in the next 330 days. The price was last updated on April 10 2025 and remains unchanged.
Which airlines fly direct from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Take the express route to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). 3 airlines offer direct flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK), including:

  • Delta Air Lines
  • JetBlue Airways
  • Alaska Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from JFK to SAN?
Currently, the cheapest carrier offering one-way flights from JFK to SAN is JetBlue Airways. You can jet off on this route from $125. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from JFK on June 14 2025. Prices were last updated on April 10 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
When jetting out of John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK), you can pick from an average of 5 daily nonstop flights to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Flights between JFK and SAN are busiest at 4 PM. If you want a more relaxed experience and potentially cheaper prices, look for a time when demand is lower.
What day of the week has the most flights from JFK to SAN?
Travel on a Friday if you’re looking for the best choice of flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN).
What is the earliest flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)’s first flight to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) departs at approximately 6:59AM UTC-5. With a total flight time of 6h 11m, you’ll arrive at around 10:10AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Flights from JFK to SAN have an average travel time of 6 hours and 26 minutes. The total distance between the two airports is 2,400 mi.
What airline has the least delays from JFK to SAN?
With 83% of journeys usually landing on time, JetBlue Airways has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). To monitor your flight status and get notified about any changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Select a flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays. Departures after this hour are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for San Diego from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
If you’re boarding a direct flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San Diego, San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your trip to book your flight from JFK to SAN generally means paying more. While you may come across some last-minute deals, they aren’t always guaranteed. Keep your travel schedule open to boost your chances of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a JFK to SAN flight and hotel package?
You’ll generally save money by booking a JFK to SAN flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it’s easy to manage everything in one convenient place. After choosing your ideal flights and accommodations, you can add extras such as tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
In most cases, you’re able to reschedule or cancel your JFK to SAN flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if your booking was made more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline’s guidelines and fees on flight changes, or if you need further information, visit our Customer Service portal.

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