Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Several towns beyond San Diego are within driving distance of San Diego International Airport (SAN). San Clemente is about 1 hour 23 minutes away by car. Rosemead and El Segundo are about 2 hours away by car from SAN.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Bus 992 runs from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to downtown San Diego and connects with COASTER and Amtrak train services. It stops in front of Terminals 1 and 2 and operates daily from 4:15 am to midnight. It departs every 15 minutes on weekdays, weekends and holidays.

Question 3

Can I rent a car at San Diego Airport?

Accepted Answer

Yes, SAN has its own car rental center. Complimentary shuttle buses leave from in front of the terminals and many internationally known car rental companies operate there.

Question 4

What are the options to get to JFK from downtown New York?

Accepted Answer

Travelers can take the subway from downtown New York to JFK, with a transfer to the AirTrain at Jamaica or Howard Beach Station.

Two routes also serve JFK between Port Authority (42nd St) and Greenwich Village.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

At San Diego International Airport (SAN), wheelchair services are available, along with accessible facilities and services.

At the New York airports, carriers have dedicated personnel who provide cab-to-aircraft assistance. SAN Assist also offers Travel Guides for day-of-travel support and Familiarization Tours for travelers who want to practice navigating the airport ahead of time.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

Yes. All departure and arrival airports on this route offer pet amenities. At Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), all terminals have Service Animal Relief Areas for service animals and pets, with both indoor and outdoor spaces. At San Diego International Airport (SAN), the animal relief areas are outside the terminals.

Question 7

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), offering places to relax before a flight to San Diego. Delta Sky Club is in Terminal C.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

JFK offers both short-term and long-term parking. Parking options include the Terminal 4 Blue Lot, Terminal 5 Yellow Lot, Terminal 8 Red Lot, Long-Term Parking Lot and Federal Circle Station Lot.

Question 9

Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on New York to San Diego flights?

Accepted Answer

Among airlines operating New York to San Diego flights:

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

Question 10

What airlines fly from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 11

Which airports can I use when flying from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

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).

Question 12

Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on New York to San Diego flights?

Accepted Answer

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

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Alaska 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 always check the fare details before booking.

Question 13

What cabin classes can I book on flights from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 14

How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $342 round-trip via Los Angeles (LAX), compared to $448 for nonstop.

Question 15

What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 16

Which airports do connecting flights from New York to San Diego pass through?

Accepted Answer

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

• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 15% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 14% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 13% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 13% of one-stop connections

Question 17

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from New York to San Diego. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $400 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $526, a difference of $126.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Question 18

How are flight departures from New York to San Diego spread across the day?

Accepted Answer

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%.

Question 19

What popular places can I visit in San Diego?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 20

What are the earliest and latest flights from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

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

• Earliest: departs at 5:30 am and lands at 11:46 am
• Latest: departs at 8:59 pm and lands at 3:15 am.

The flight takes about 6h 16m.

Question 21

How expensive are last-minute New York to San Diego flights?

Accepted Answer

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 50% above the $441 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Question 22

How long is a flight from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

A nonstop flight from New York to San Diego takes 6h 16m, covering 2,428 miles.

Question 23

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 24

Have flight prices from New York to San Diego changed much recently?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $326 to $2,304. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

Question 25

How are flight prices from New York to San Diego looking right now?

Accepted Answer

One-way fares from New York to San Diego are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $171, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.

Question 26

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 49m, compared with 7h 53m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 7h 54m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

Question 27

What is the time difference between New York and San Diego?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 28

What car rental options are available at San Diego Airport (SAN)?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 29

How much should I expect to pay for a New York to San Diego flight?

Accepted Answer

Round-trip flights from New York to San Diego range from $340 to $586, with an average of $441 over the past 12 months. Anything below $340 counts as a good deal.

Question 30

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on New York to San Diego flights?

Accepted Answer

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

• Alaska Airlines
• JetBlue
• Delta

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Question 31

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

Accepted Answer

Round-trip flights from New York to San Diego typically range from $340 to $586. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $326, on Alaska Airlines.

Question 32

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

Accepted Answer

New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to San Diego (SAN) is the cheapest New York to San Diego route, averaging $383 round-trip. Other New York to San Diego routes average $443, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

Question 33

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

Accepted Answer

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to San Diego. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 19% higher.

Question 34

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

Accepted Answer

•January is the cheapest month to fly from New York to San Diego at $325 round-trip.
•December ($549) and October ($481) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 68% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Question 35

When are flights from New York to San Diego the cheapest?

Accepted Answer

Flights from New York to San Diego are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 44% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Question 36

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

Alaska Airlines ($326) and Delta ($327) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from New York to San Diego according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

Question 37

Which airline offers the most nonstop flights between New York and San Diego?

Accepted Answer

United Airlines and Alaska Airlines offer the most frequent nonstop flights from New York to San Diego, at 27 and 21 flights per week respectively. Delta is another good option, operating 20 flights per week. Based on KAYAK flight data over the last 3 months.

Question 38

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

Accepted Answer

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) is the most popular layover for the New York to San Diego route. 15% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via PHX.

Question 39

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

Accepted Answer

Flights via Los Angeles (LAX) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $342. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 40

Which route with a layover is the fastest from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) offers the shortest 1-stop connection from New York to San Diego at 7h 49m one-way, 1h 33m longer than the 6h 16m direct flight. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 41

When flying from New York to San Diego which airport offers the shortest layover?

Accepted Answer

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) had the shortest average connection time for New York to San Diego layovers at 4h 26m over the past 3 months.

Question 42

How many nonstop flights run daily between New York and San Diego?

Accepted Answer

There are 10 to 12 flights per day from New York to San Diego, about 78 flights per week. Monday has the most departures, with 15% of weekly flights.

Question 43

What time of day do most flights depart from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

Most nonstop flights from New York to San Diego depart in the morning, accounting for 42% of nonstop departures. Around 5 flights are scheduled in that window over the next three months.

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