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New York.R 1,799 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,799, select.
New York.R 1,927 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 May.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 28 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,927, select.
New York.R 2,164 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 16 Aug, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,164, select.
New York.R 2,265 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,265, select.
New York.R 2,267 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Jul.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 10 Jul, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,267, select.
New York.R 2,318 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Diego International on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,318, select.
New York.R 2,319 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Oct.One-way flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from San Diego International on Tue, 28 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,319, select.
New York.R 2,319 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Aug.One-way flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from San Diego International on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,319, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to New York John F. Kennedy

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego to New York John F. Kennedy flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from R 1,927
Jun
from R 1,799
Jul
from R 2,267
Aug
from R 2,164
Sep
from R 2,265
Oct
from R 2,319
Nov
from R 2,323
Dec
from R 3,227
Jan
from R 3,227
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from R 3,227
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Direct flights from San Diego to New York John F. Kennedy

San Diego to New York John F. Kennedy: Alternative routes

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

San Diego to New York: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,807
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time5 hrs, 38 mins
Most popular airlineLATAM Airlines
Average flights per week532

Finding cheap flights from San Diego to New York John F. Kennedy: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Diego to New York John F. Kennedy is R 3,260. 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 38 minutes is the average flight time from San Diego to New York John F. Kennedy.
LATAM Airlines, Delta and Hawaiian Airlines fly direct from San Diego to New York John F. Kennedy.
As of May 2025, there are 266 flights per week flying from San Diego to New York John F. Kennedy.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego to New York John F. Kennedy is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Diego to New York John F. Kennedy Airport on Thursday, 29 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 38 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 New York John F. Kennedy 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 New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from San Diego to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know

  • Start planning your trip by checking out the most convenient departure point for your flight from San Diego to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Explore the options for taking off from San Diego International Airport (SAN) or McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD), two of the city's main airports.

  • 5 hours 26 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from San Diego to John F. Kennedy International Airport.

  • John F. Kennedy International Airport is located in New York. The city operates in the UTC-4 timezone and is 3 hours ahead of San Diego.

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the most popular route. There are 50 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, take the last flight with Alaska Airlines at 22:40. Go for the first SAN to JFK departure with Delta at 06:32 if you want to get going earlier.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from San Diego to JFK. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.

  • Popular months like July or holiday periods such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart idea.

Airports in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • Get there in one go from San Diego International Airport (SAN). Direct flights from San Diego to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) operate from here.

  • Popular airlines that have direct flights from San Diego to John F. Kennedy International Airport leaving from SAN include:

  • From central San Diego, SAN is approximately 5 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.

  • After a relaxed start to your break? Stay near San Diego International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Diego to John F. Kennedy International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:

About John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York

  • From John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 48 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It typically takes 1 hour and 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • For a one-way ticket from San Diego to John F. Kennedy International Airport, R 1,807 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just R 3,246. These are the lowest fares right now but may change based on availability.

  • 8 months is how far we recommend booking ahead to lock in cheap tickets from San Diego to JFK.

  • You'll score the biggest savings on your tickets from San Diego to John F. Kennedy International Airport if you take off in May. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.

  • Locking in a cheap ticket from San Diego to JFK couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has fallen.

  • Personalise your trip using filters. Choose the number of stops, duration, and departure and arrival times to find the right flight from San Diego to John F. Kennedy International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' options first.

The best time to fly from San Diego to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • July is the busiest month to catch a flight from San Diego to John F. Kennedy International Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to New York, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.

  • Lock in your flight from San Diego to JFK for July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in New York to range from 18ºC to 30ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap flights from San Diego to John F. Kennedy International Airport sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

More about New York

  • After booking your flight from San Diego to John F. Kennedy International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring New York:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are highlights which should feature on any good New York itinerary.

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