Direct Flights from JFK to SAN: Coast-to-Coast Travel Guide
Cheapest flight found
$159
Last updated Mar 13, 2026
Prices by Month
Price History
Tracking the May 7, 2026 departure — the cheapest date we found.
Price Behavior: JFK → SAN
Based on 6 months of fare data collected by Trip Manta.
Lowest Fare
$159
Highest Fare
$359
Median Fare
$249
Price Spread
$200
Prices vary significantly — hourly tracking is especially valuable here.
Cheapest month to fly: May 2026 (from $159)
Most expensive month: April 2026 (from $359)
Biggest price drop caught: $220 between consecutive checks
Most frequent cheapest airline: American
What This Means for You
Flights from New York to San Diego range from $159 to $359, a $200 spread across the months we track. If your dates are flexible, May 2026 tends to have the lowest fares. Because prices on this route change significantly, setting up hourly price alerts gives you the best chance of catching a short-lived drop before it corrects. We have caught drops as large as $220 between hourly checks on this route.
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From
New York (JFK)
To
San Diego (SAN)
Airport Information
New York (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) serves as New York City’s premier international gateway, located in the borough of Queens. It is a massive facility featuring six active terminals and acts as a major hub for Delta Air Lines, JetBlue, and American Airlines. Travelers can easily access JFK via the AirTrain from the Long Island Rail Road or the New York City Subway, providing a reliable alternative to the often congested Van Wyck Expressway. The airport offers an array of high-end dining, luxury shopping, and several premium lounges to enjoy before your cross-country departure.
San Diego (SAN)
San Diego International Airport (SAN) is uniquely situated just three miles northwest of the downtown area, offering passengers spectacular views of the skyline and the San Diego Bay during their final approach. As the busiest single-runway commercial airport in the United States, it provides efficient operations across two main terminals. Upon landing, travelers benefit from the airport's central location, which allows for quick and affordable transit to popular neighborhoods like Little Italy, the Gaslamp Quarter, and Balboa Park via rideshare services or the 'Flyer' shuttle connecting to the local trolley system.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the flight from JFK to SAN?
A non-stop flight typically takes approximately 6 hours and 15 minutes going west, while the return flight is usually shorter at about 5 hours and 30 minutes due to tailwinds.
Which airlines offer non-stop service on this route?
Major carriers including JetBlue, Delta Air Lines, and Alaska Airlines frequently offer direct, non-stop flights between JFK and San Diego.
What is the time difference between New York and San Diego?
San Diego is in the Pacific Time Zone, which is 3 hours behind New York's Eastern Time Zone.
Is there a better day of the week to fly to save money?
Generally, flying on Tuesdays and Wednesdays is significantly cheaper than flying on Sundays or Mondays, which are high-traffic days for business travelers and weekend vacationers.
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