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Cheapest round-trip
$301
Typical prices: $290-$436
Southwest
Mon 12/3Sat 12/8
SAN - LGA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$176
Typical prices: $158-$350
American Airlines
Tue 10/30
SAN - LGA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Diego and New York LaGuardia Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
19 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 50% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 28% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Lambert-St Louis (STL)
Cheapest • Avg $296 (round-trip)
Dallas Love Field (DAL)
Shortest trip • 7h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Diego to LaGuardia (SAN-LGA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to LaGuardia

Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8
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7:00 pm - 10:55 amSAN  San Diego-LGA New York LaGuardia
12h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:30 pm - 6:15 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SAN San Diego
8h 45m1 stop Chicago Midway
$301Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8
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7:00 pm - 10:55 amSAN  San Diego-LGA New York LaGuardia
12h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:00 am - 2:10 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SAN San Diego
10h 10m2 stops Denver Intl Sacramento Intl
$306Southwest
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
Frontier Logo
6:25 am - 8:34 amSAN  San Diego-LGA New York LaGuardia
23h 09m2 stops Denver Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Frontier Logo
6:30 am - 11:57 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SAN San Diego
20h 27m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Denver Intl
$317Frontier
Sat, Nov 7 - Thu, Nov 12
American Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 7:04 pmSAN  San Diego-LGA New York LaGuardia
8h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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2:58 pm - 8:35 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SAN San Diego
8h 37m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$321American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
American Airlines Logo
7:41 am - 7:11 pmSAN  San Diego-LGA New York LaGuardia
8h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:59 pm - 11:56 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SAN San Diego
8h 57m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$321American Airlines
Tue, Feb 16 - Fri, Feb 19
United Airlines Logo
10:30 pm - 9:12 amSAN  San Diego-LGA New York LaGuardia
7h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 11:17 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-SAN San Diego
8h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$327United Airlines
Tue, Feb 16 - Fri, Feb 19
United Airlines Logo
10:30 pm - 9:12 amSAN  San Diego-LGA New York LaGuardia
7h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:15 pm - 9:57 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SAN San Diego
7h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$327United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
Frontier Logo
6:25 am - 8:34 amSAN  San Diego-LGA New York LaGuardia
23h 09m2 stops Denver Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Frontier Logo
6:30 am - 11:57 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SAN San Diego
20h 27m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Denver Intl
$331Frontier
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
Delta Logo
8:00 am - 7:42 pmSAN  San Diego-LGA New York LaGuardia
8h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 12:44 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SAN San Diego
9h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$396Delta
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 14
Delta Logo
1:19 pm - 11:41 pmSAN  San Diego-LGA New York LaGuardia
7h 22m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
12:55 pm - 6:24 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SAN San Diego
8h 29m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$397Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Diego to New York LaGuardia Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from San Diego to New York LaGuardia Airport with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from San Diego to New York LaGuardia Airport start at $301. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $290 to $436. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $301 on Southwest.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to New York LaGuardia Airport, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 10% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to New York LaGuardia Airport at $246 round-trip.
•December ($520) and June ($406) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 111% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from San Diego to New York LaGuardia Airport the cheapest?

Flights from San Diego to New York LaGuardia Airport are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 50% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for San Diego to New York LaGuardia Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$176
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 4% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 15% increase in price.
Flight from San Diego to New York LaGuardia Airport

When to book flights from San Diego to LaGuardia

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Diego to LaGuardia based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San Diego to New York LaGuardia Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Flights from San Diego to New York LaGuardia Airport usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at New York LaGuardia (LGA).

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from San Diego to New York LaGuardia Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 10% of one-stop connections

    Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 16% on the San Diego to New York LaGuardia Airport route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $316 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $376, a difference of $60. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in New York LaGuardia Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in New York LaGuardia Airport are Times Square, New York City Center and Madison Square Garden. These are among the most viewed places in New York LaGuardia Airport on KAYAK.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 55% above the route average of $340. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from San Diego to New York LaGuardia Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 2,434 miles.

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

    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.

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

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $301 to $2,196. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Diego to New York LaGuardia Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $184, which is 7% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Dallas Love Field (DAL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 32m, compared with 7h 34m via Lambert-St Louis (STL) and 7h 48m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

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

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

  • What car rental options are available at New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)?

    New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $16 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Avis

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

    Round-trip flights from San Diego to New York LaGuardia Airport range from $290 to $436, with an average of $340 over the past 12 months. Anything below $290 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San Diego to New York LaGuardia Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $316 - about $60 less than Friday (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 50% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Diego to New York LaGuardia Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $246 round-trip in that month - typically $274 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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