Question 1

Which is the best airline for flights from New York to San Diego, Southwest or Alaska Airlines?

Accepted Answer

The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New York to San Diego are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $376 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $435 and an overall rating of 7.9.

Question 2

How long does a flight from New York to San Diego take?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights take on average 5h 46m to travel the 2,428 miles between New York and San Diego.

Question 3

How many flights are there between New York and San Diego per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are 12 nonstop flights that take off from New York and land in San Diego, with an average flight time of 5h 56m. The most common departure time is 4:00 pm and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 84 flights and there are the same amount of flights each day (12).

Question 4

How many flights are there between New York and San Diego per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are 12 nonstop flights that take off from New York and land in San Diego, with an average flight time of 5h 56m. The most common departure time is 4:00 pm and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 84 flights and there are the same amount of flights each day (12).

Question 5

What is the cheapest flight from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to San Diego was $132 for a one-way ticket and $285 for a round-trip.

Question 6

Do I need a passport to fly between New York and San Diego?

Accepted Answer

No

Question 7

Which airlines fly most frequently between New York and San Diego?

Accepted Answer

United Airlines connects New York to San Diego with 28 flights per week. Alaska Airlines also offers 21 flights per week, while Delta follows with 21 flights per week.

Question 8

Which airlines fly most frequently between New York and San Diego?

Accepted Answer

United Airlines connects New York to San Diego with 28 flights per week. Alaska Airlines also offers 21 flights per week, while Delta follows with 21 flights per week.

Question 9

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

When flying from New York to San Diego, you should consider leaving on a Tuesday and avoid Sundays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to New York, you’ll find the best rates on Thursdays and the most expensive ones on Sundays.

Question 10

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

When flying from New York to San Diego, you should consider leaving on a Tuesday and avoid Sundays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to New York, you’ll find the best rates on Thursdays and the most expensive ones on Sundays.

Question 11

Which airports will I be using when flying from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

When flying out of New York you will be using one of these airports: Newark, New York John F Kennedy Intl, or New York LaGuardia. You will be landing at San Diego.

Question 12

What’s the earliest departure time from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from New York at 7:00 am and will be landing in San Diego at 9:49 am.

Question 13

What’s the latest departure time from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from New York to San Diego jets off at 8:30 pm and lands at 11:43 pm.

Question 14

Which airlines fly non-stop between New York and San Diego?

Accepted Answer

There are 6 airlines that fly nonstop from New York to San Diego. They are: Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue and United Airlines. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Delta at $138 for a round-trip flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Hawaiian Airlines.

Question 15

Which airlines fly non-stop between New York and San Diego?

Accepted Answer

There are 6 airlines that fly nonstop from New York to San Diego. They are: Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue and United Airlines. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Delta at $138 for a round-trip flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Hawaiian Airlines.

Question 16

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the New York to San Diego flight route.

Question 17

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

The Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New York to San Diego flight route.

Question 18

Which airline alliances offer flights from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between New York and San Diego, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

Question 19

On which days can I fly direct from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

There are nonstop flights from New York to San Diego on a daily basis.

Question 20

How do I get from San Diego Airport to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 21

Is it better to fly from Newark or John F. Kennedy Airport?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 22

Can I rent a car at San Diego Airport?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 23

Where can I sleep close to San Diego airport?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 24

Where can I park my car at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JKF)?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 25

Which is the best way to get to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JKF) from downtown New York?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 26

Can I travel with pets between New York and San Diego?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 27

Which special services can you get when flying from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 28

Which nearby cities can I get to from San Diego International Airport (SAN)?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 29

Where can I relax at LaGuardia Airport while waiting for my departure to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 30

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from New York to San Diego is January, where tickets cost $326 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $501 and $453 respectively.

Question 31

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from New York to San Diego is January, where tickets cost $326 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $501 and $453 respectively.

Question 32

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New York to San Diego.

Question 33

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Diego from New York is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

Question 34

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Diego with an airline and back to New York with another airline.

Question 35

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Diego from New York up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Question 36

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Minneapolis (MSP) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $237.

Question 37

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

Phoenix (PHX) is the top choice – 15% of KAYAK users who clicked on 1-stop flights from New York to San Diego picked an itinerary connecting there.

Question 38

Which layover airport has the quickest connection when flying from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer a quick connection, Houston (IAH) often has the shortest layovers from New York to San Diego, with an average of 0h 55m.

Question 39

Which layover airport offers the shortest total travel time from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

Consider flying via Detroit (DTW) for the shortest journey. The average one-way travel time for flights connecting there is 7h 37m.

Question 40

Which cabin class options are there for flights between New York and San Diego?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 cabin class options for the route. These are First, Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 41

Which cabin class options are there for flights between New York and San Diego?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 cabin class options for the route. These are First, Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 42

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

In the past 5 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from New York to San Diego were found on Frontier ($298) and JetBlue ($299).

Question 43

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

In the past 5 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from New York to San Diego were found on Frontier ($298) and JetBlue ($299).

Question 44

What is the cheapest New York to San Diego flight route?

Accepted Answer

The absolute cheapest return flight from New York to San Diego costs $233 on the route between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and San Diego (SAN). However, over the past month, flights between Newark Airport (EWR) and San Diego (SAN) were, on average, 7% cheaper than other New York-San Diego routes. The most popular route is between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and San Diego (SAN).

Question 45

What is the cheapest New York to San Diego flight route?

Accepted Answer

The absolute cheapest return flight from New York to San Diego costs $233 on the route between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and San Diego (SAN). However, over the past month, flights between Newark Airport (EWR) and San Diego (SAN) were, on average, 7% cheaper than other New York-San Diego routes. The most popular route is between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) and San Diego (SAN).

Question 46

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from New York to San Diego, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 43% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

Question 47

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from New York to San Diego, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 43% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

Question 48

Can I save money by flying with a layover from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $396 on average.

Question 49

Can I save money by flying with a layover from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $396 on average.

Question 50

How much is a round-trip flight from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.Flights to San Diego from New York usually cost between $326 and $535 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $285 on Multiple Airlines (Sep 2-Sep 15).

Question 51

What are the most popular airlines flying to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

The most popular airline among KAYAK users flying to San Diego is United Airlines, followed by Alaska Airlines and Delta.

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