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Cheapest round-trip
$337
Typical prices: $298-$445
American Airlines
Mon 11/26Sat 12/1
SAN - LGA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$189
Typical prices: $160-$353
American Airlines
Sun 12/23
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 55% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 29% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Cheapest • Avg $370 (round-trip)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 7h 24m (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, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 1
American Airlines Logo
6:42 am - 4:54 pmSAN  San Diego-LGA New York LaGuardia
7h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:11 am - 12:46 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SAN San Diego
8h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$337American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Thu, Dec 10
Frontier Logo
11:14 am - 8:00 pmSAN  San Diego-LGA New York LaGuardia
29h 46m2 stops Denver Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Frontier Logo
5:30 pm - 10:19 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-SAN San Diego
19h 49m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Denver Intl
$340Frontier
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
Frontier Logo
10:05 am - 8:59 pmSAN  San Diego-LGA New York LaGuardia
7h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
Frontier Logo
9:16 am - 6:10 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SAN San Diego
35h 54m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson San Francisco
$340Frontier
Thu, Nov 26 - Sat, Dec 5
Southwest Logo
7:15 am - 5:00 pmSAN  San Diego-LGA New York LaGuardia
6h 45m1 stop Dallas Love Field
Southwest Logo
11:30 am - 7:20 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SAN San Diego
10h 50m2 stops Nashville Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$348Southwest
Sun, Dec 6 - Mon, Dec 14
American Airlines Logo
10:45 pm - 10:15 amSAN  San Diego-LGA New York LaGuardia
8h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:03 am - 11:03 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-SAN San Diego
8h 00m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$355American Airlines
Sun, Feb 7 - Mon, Feb 8
Southwest Logo
6:35 am - 5:20 pmSAN  San Diego-LGA New York LaGuardia
7h 45m1 stop Nashville Intl
Southwest Logo
10:30 am - 4:35 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SAN San Diego
9h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway
$357Southwest
Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 11
Delta Logo
10:10 pm - 10:56 amSAN  San Diego-LGA New York LaGuardia
9h 46m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
5:00 pm - 11:38 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SAN San Diego
9h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$357Delta
Thu, Jan 7 - Sat, Jan 9
Delta Logo
10:20 pm - 8:39 amSAN  San Diego-LGA New York LaGuardia
7h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
2:30 pm - 8:31 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SAN San Diego
9h 01m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$357Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 6
United Airlines Logo
6:50 am - 5:15 pmSAN  San Diego-LGA New York LaGuardia
7h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:21 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-SAN San Diego
8h 21m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$357United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
United Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 6:44 pmSAN  San Diego-LGA New York LaGuardia
9h 24m2 stops Los Angeles Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 3:12 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SAN San Diego
8h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$362United Airlines
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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 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 typically range from $298 to $445. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $337, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to New York LaGuardia Airport. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What’s 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 ($449) and November ($426) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 82% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights 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 55% 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

$189
Beat the crowds with an average 26% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 40% increase in travelers.
One-way 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • 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

  • 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 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.

  • 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 $298 to $445, with an average of $346 over the past 12 months. Anything below $298 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 71% above the $346 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 $337 to $1,802. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x 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 $191, which is 8% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 averaging $76 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Avis
    • Dollar

  • 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).

  • 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) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 9% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from San Diego to New York LaGuardia Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $325 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $376, a difference of $51.

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

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

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 24m, compared with 7h 31m via Dallas Love Field (DAL) and 7h 47m 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 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.

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 are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $325, about $51 less than Friday fares (14% 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 55% 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 $203 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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