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Cheap Flights from New York Newark to San Diego International

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York Newark to San Diego International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Diego.R 1,111 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,111, select.
San Diego.R 1,120 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Sat, 31 May, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,120, select.
San Diego.R 1,752 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Aug.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,752, select.
San Diego.R 2,119 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Jul.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 16 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,119, select.
San Diego.R 2,120 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Sep.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,120, select.
San Diego.R 2,120 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,120, select.
San Diego.R 2,352 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 May.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Tue, 27 May, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,352, select.
San Diego.R 2,352 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Sep.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,352, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to San Diego International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York Newark to San Diego International flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from R 1,120
Jun
from R 1,111
Jul
from R 2,119
Aug
from R 1,752
Sep
from R 2,120
Oct
from R 2,120
Nov
from R 2,445
Dec
from R 3,096
Jan
from R 3,096
Feb
from R 3,096
Mar
from R 3,176
Apr
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Direct flights from New York Newark to San Diego International

New York Newark to San Diego International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York Newark to San Diego below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Diego International.

New York to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,111
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time5 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week74

Finding cheap flights from New York Newark to San Diego International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York Newark to San Diego International is R 1,966. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from New York Newark to San Diego International.
United, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines fly direct from New York Newark to San Diego International.
As of May 2025, there are 74 flights per week flying from New York Newark to San Diego International.
The cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to San Diego International is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York Newark Airport to San Diego International Airport on Wednesday, 28 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 55 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Diego International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Spirit Airlines and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego International.

Flying from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to San Diego International Airport is 5 hours 55 minutes.

  • San Diego is three hours behind New York and observes the UTC-7 timezone.

  • Each week, there are 45 Newark Liberty International Airport to San Diego International Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board as early as possible, jump on the 06:25 United Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 21:10 with United Airlines.

  • Your EWR to SAN flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • You can expect longer lines during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • Alaska Airlines is your gateway to discovering San Diego (and perhaps some other great parts of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to San Diego International Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • The majority of passengers choose to travel with Alaska Airlines on this route.

  • With 77.78% of services landing on schedule, United Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating EWR to SAN flights.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Newark Liberty International Airport to San Diego International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between EWR and SAN include:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport

    • John Glenn Columbus International Airport

    • Indianapolis International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • R 1,111 is currently the best price for a one-way Newark Liberty International Airport to San Diego International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 1,966. These fares may change based on demand.

  • To secure cheap tickets from EWR to SAN, reserve your trip six months before your departure.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to San Diego International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from EWR to SAN.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to San Diego International Airport.

Handy information about Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.

  • Of all flights departing from Newark Liberty International Airport, 73.3% land on time at their destination.

  • Newark Liberty International Airport is about 24 kilometres from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to San Diego International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near EWR:

Arriving at San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego

  • The street address for SAN is Airport Drive.

  • San Diego International Airport to central San Diego has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 20 minutes.

When to fly to San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to San Diego International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit San Diego based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • The warmest month in San Diego is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to San Diego International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • Search for cheap tickets from EWR to SAN in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • Los Angeles is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen San Diego. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.

  • Phoenix is another standout destination in United States and is around 483 kilometres east of San Diego. No trip is complete without seeing Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.

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