Travelling from San Diego to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at San Diego International Airport (SAN), the main airport in San Diego. Search for flights from San Diego to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) that leave from this terminal.
Around 5 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct San Diego to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport flight.
The timezone in New York is UTC-5, which is three hours ahead of San Diego. New York John F. Kennedy International Airport is located in New York.
San Diego International Airport (SAN) to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the most popular route. There are 43 direct departures a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with Alaska Airlines at 10:45pm. Opt for the first SAN to JFK departure with Delta Air Lines at 6:20am if you want to get going earlier.
Your flight from San Diego to JFK won't wait if you're 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.
Peak months like July or holiday times such as Christmas and New Year will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is wise.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
You can find a direct flight from San Diego to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) departing from San Diego International Airport (SAN).
At SAN, you'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from San Diego to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, including:
Most passengers choose to book seats with Delta between SAN and JFK.
Alaska Airlines stands out as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 83.33% of its services landing on schedule.
SAN is about 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of San Diego International Airport, data shows 74% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find SAN at N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
From central San Diego, CLD is around 48 kilometres away. When working out how to get there, find out whether public transport is available or if it's more convenient to drive.
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McClellan-Palomar Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 88% of flights departing here make it to their final destination as planned.
About New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
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JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Getting from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
From New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, central New York is around 24 kilometres away. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Currently, R 2,328 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 4,656. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from San Diego to JFK, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from San Diego to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from San Diego to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). July is the busiest month to visit New York. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in December.
Lock in a San Diego to JFK plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in New York to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from San Diego to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about New York
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There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art are top sights which should be on any good New York itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
New York is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. Around 137 kilometres southwest of New York, a trip to Philadelphia will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If you want to check out another corner of the United States, consider Baltimore, about 290 kilometres southwest of New York. National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place are key reasons to visit.
