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To reach downtown San Diego or connect with COASTER and Amtrak train services, take the bus number 992 from the airport. The bus operates from 5:00 am to 11:30 pm and stops in front of Terminals 1 and 2. On weekdays, the bus departs every 15m from the airport, every 30m on weekends and holidays. Tickets are approximately $2.30 per fare and can be purchased at the vending machines close to the information counters of your respective terminal.

From both airports there are nonstop flights, but which one is the better choice for you depends on a number of factors. Geographically, Newark lies west of Manhattan and John F. Kennedy airport is east of the city, so one airport may be closer to you than the other. Getting to John F. Kennedy can be easier and cheaper, but the airport is also much busier than Newark airport, which may lead to longer waiting times.

Instead of worrying about bus schedules or connecting trains, rent your own car for your time in San Diego. San Diego airport boasts its own car rental center, which is catered to by complimentary shuttle buses that leave in front of the terminals. A myriad of internationally renowned car rental companies are at your disposal, including Alamo, Budget, and National.

Do you have a connecting flight or are arriving late in San Diego? Instead of going into the city, why not take advantage of the accommodations near the airport? The Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina is a 4-star choice with free, 24-hour airport shuttle service and indulges guests with a pool and bar. A little less pricey is the Hilton San Diego Airport, which also offers airport shuttle services as well as a swimming pool.

Suppose you want to drop off your car ahead of your voyage from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to San Diego International Airport (SAN); remember that the property runs both short-term and long-term parking facilities. The multilevel parking lots are colored green, blue, yellow, orange, and red and are adjacent to Terminals 1 – 8.

A subway offers the best transportation option for travelers who want to access JFK from the city center of New York. The service takes about 49 minutes from downtown Manhattan to the terminal. Also, there are buses for those who want to save a few bucks, covering the distance in slightly under 2 hours.

Yes. All the departure and arrival airports between New York and San Diego feature pet amenities, making traveling with furry friends like cats and dogs convenient. For instance, at Newark-Liberty International Airport (EWR), pet-relief areas are at pre- and post-security areas of each terminal. The animal relief areas at SAN are located outside the terminals.

Most flights operating along the New York-San Diego route provide accessible facilities for the convenience of travelers with mobility challenges. The carriers have dedicated personnel at the New York airports to provide cab-to-aircraft assistance. Similarly, at SAN, you will find friendly, well-trained staff to aid your movement in high-traffic areas.

San Diego International Airport (SAN) serves other towns beyond San Diego, which you can explore immediately after landing. For instance, Pala, San Clemente, and Mount Laguna are an hour’s drive away. Other popular stopovers about two hours’ drive from SAN include Rosemead, Monterey, and El Segundo.

Several airlines operate suites and clubs at LaGuardia Airport (LGA), where you can retreat before your trip to San Diego. Delta Sky Club is in Terminal C near Gate C28, while the United Club is in Terminal B between Gates 40-59.

Among airlines operating New York to San Diego flights:

• Alaska Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• JetBlue: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

4 airlines operate flights between New York and San Diego. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• Alaska Airlines
• Delta
• JetBlue

Flights from New York to San Diego may depart from several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA). Flights usually arrive at San Diego (SAN).

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from New York to San Diego:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $342 round-trip via Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX), compared to $427 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

One-stop flights from New York to San Diego most commonly connect through:

• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 20% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 14% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 14% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 11% of one-stop connections

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 26% on the New York to San Diego route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $382 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $510, a difference of $128. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Morning is the busiest departure period on New York to San Diego flights, with 42% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, afternoon flights for 25%, and night flights for 0%.

Some of the most popular sights in San Diego are Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego Convention Center and SeaWorld San Diego. These are among the most viewed places in San Diego on KAYAK.

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New York to San Diego:

• Earliest: departs at 5:30 am and lands at 11:35 am
• Latest: departs at 8:59 pm and lands at 3:04 am.

The flight takes about 6h 05m.

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 53% above the route average of $421. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

A nonstop flight from New York to San Diego takes 6h 05m, covering 2,428 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $325 to $2,259. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from New York to San Diego are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $165, which is 38% below the typical average for this route.

Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 47m, compared with 7h 51m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 7h 51m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

San Diego is 3 hours behind New York (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

San Diego Airport (SAN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $14 for economy cars. Top options include:
· Dollar
· Payless
· Europcar
· Thrifty
· Fox

Round-trip flights from New York to San Diego range from $323 to $563, with an average of $421 over the past 12 months. Anything below $323 counts as a good deal.

Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on New York to San Diego flights:

• • Alaska Airlines
• • JetBlue
• • Delta