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Cheapest round-trip
$284
Typical prices: $279-$577
JetBlue
Fri 11/13Sat 11/14
SAN - JFK • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$292
Typical prices: $271-$453
JetBlue
Sat 9/12Sat 9/19
SAN - JFK • Non-stop
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Delta and JetBlue both offer free Wi-Fi on this domestic route.
JetBlue adds seatback screens; Alaska offers a 20-minute baggage guarantee.
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Cheap Flights from San Diego to John F Kennedy Intl (SAN-JFK)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Diego to John F Kennedy Intl that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to John F Kennedy Intl

Fri, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 14
JetBlue Logo
9:30 pm - 5:42 am
SAN
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JFK
5h 12mnonstop
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9:25 am - 6:54 pm
JFK
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SAN
12h 29m
1 stop
$284JetBlue
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19
JetBlue Logo
9:30 pm - 6:07 am
SAN
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JFK
5h 37mnonstop
JetBlue Logo
6:15 am - 9:08 am
JFK
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SAN
5h 53mnonstop
$292JetBlue
Fri, Sep 11 - Fri, Sep 25
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:20 pm - 10:59 pm
SAN
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JFK
5h 39mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:29 pm - 7:35 pm
JFK
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SAN
6h 06mnonstop
$293Alaska Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 3
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 3:44 pm
SAN
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JFK
5h 44mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:00 pm - 6:59 pm
JFK
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SAN
5h 59mnonstop
$293Alaska Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
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9:56 pm - 6:36 am
SAN
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JFK
5h 40mnonstop
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5:00 pm - 8:20 pm
JFK
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SAN
6h 20mnonstop
$307Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 17
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7:00 am - 3:44 pm
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JFK
5h 44mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:25 am - 9:17 am
JFK
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SAN
5h 52mnonstop
$307Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19
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7:30 am - 4:05 pm
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JFK
5h 35mnonstop
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6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
JFK
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SAN
6h 00mnonstop
$317Delta
Fri, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 3
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1:15 pm - 9:56 pm
SAN
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JFK
5h 41mnonstop
Delta Logo
8:29 pm - 11:46 pm
JFK
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SAN
6h 17mnonstop
$317Delta
Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16
American Airlines Logo
11:15 am - 10:29 pm
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JFK
8h 14m
1 stop
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2:43 pm - 8:01 pm
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SAN
8h 18m
1 stop
$337American Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Sat, Sep 26
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7:32 am - 7:29 pm
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JFK
8h 57m
1 stop
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12:30 pm - 6:16 pm
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SAN
8h 46m
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$337American Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Diego to John F Kennedy Intl flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Diego to John F Kennedy Intl to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport departing in November.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from San Diego usually cost between $295 and $475 in November.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $284 on JetBlue (Nov 13-Nov 14).

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Airport, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from New York John F Kennedy Airport back to San Diego, the best deals are generally found on Tuesday, with Sunday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is January, where tickets cost $260 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $464 and $403 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

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 $399 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 54% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 14 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from San Diego to John F Kennedy Intl

 
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Stefanie Waldek

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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Expert on JetBlue, Alaska Airlines and JFK

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Brandon Schultz

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Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Low season

March

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$160
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 11% drop in price.
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Flight from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Airport

When to book flights from San Diego to John F Kennedy Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Diego to John F Kennedy Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Airport flights

  • Which cities are near John F. Kennedy Airport?

    John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) is one of the major airports in the country. It is no surprise that people from cities such as Woodmere, Long Beach, New Hyde Park, and West Hempstead, which are but a few of the cities close to the airport, prefer to book flights from JFK.

  • Are there lactation rooms in the airports?

    Yes, there are. San Diego International Airport has three such rooms set aside. These can be found at Terminal 1 at the West Rotunda on the second level, and at the East Rotunda on the ground level. The third one is at Terminal 2 West, close to Gates 34-25. In JFK, breastfeeding moms can do so at one of the many lactation pods provided all over the airport. These pods are portable, have charging ports for the pumps, and the doors are also fitted with locks to ensure privacy.

  • Is there a USO Military lounge at JFK?

    John F. Kennedy Airport has a USO lounge that is set aside for passengers who are active members of the US military. This lounge is situated at Terminal 5, and can also be used by the family members of the service men and women. Here they can have some snacks, watch television, and even have access to a children’s play area.

  • Will I be able to find a lost item at San Diego International Airport (SAN)?

    There are lost and found services at the San Diego International Airport, however, you can only go check for your items after contacting the Lost and Found office and booking an appointment. Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays are also the only days that you can pick up your stuff, and also only between 8am and 11am.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport was $160 for a one-way ticket and $284 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Diego and New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    No

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Airport flight route: JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, Delta, American Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and United Airlines.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

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

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    There are nonstop flights from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Airport on a daily basis.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Diego to New York are Alaska Airlines and Delta. With an average price for the route of $411 and an overall rating of 7.9, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $394 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    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 San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Airport.

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

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

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    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 New York John F Kennedy Airport with an airline and back to San Diego with another airline. Booking your flights between San Diego and JFK can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

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

    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 New York John F Kennedy Airport from San Diego up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $209 or less one-way and $327 or less round-trip.
  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) offers therapy dog services for passengers who might get anxious or feel stressed about flying. These dogs are trained and handled by professionals or volunteer airport ambassadors and therefore your interaction with them is safe.
  • If you need to freshen up before your flight leaves San Diego International, go over to Terminal 2 and enjoy a shower at the Aspire Lounge. This service is offered at no cost.
  • John F. Kennedy Airport offers sleeping pods located at Terminal 5. If your flight lands at night and you would like to wait until morning to leave the airport, these pods are a comfortable place to lay down and spend the night.
  • If you feel faint or unwell upon landing at JFK, there is a medical center at Building 22A where you can get assistance without having to leave the airport. It is open throughout the day and night, and you can get there by getting on the free shuttles that are provided at all the Terminals.
  • Wheelchair services, disability parking, and visual paging monitors are provided at SAN to ease travel for people with disabilities. There are also volunteers available all over the airport to offer assistance if needed. SAN also protects the rights of passengers with disabilities.

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Direct departures

San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

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Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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Direct returns

New York John F Kennedy Intl to San Diego

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Delta,JetBlue

Alaska Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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