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Data updated: 2026-10-28 13:13:13

New York (JFK) to San Diego (SAN) Flights

Compare flights from New York to San Diego, explore popular airlines, airports, and travel tips.
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JFK········· ·········SAN
John F. Kennedy International AirportSan Diego International Airport
Distance
2,446 miles
Flight time
6h 17m
Time difference
SAN is 3h behind
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Flights from New York to San Diego

All times are shown in local time. Prices are for one-way, per adult, including taxes and fees.

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Collected nonstop flight records from JFK to SAN on 2026-11-04
07:10JFKEST UTC−56h 18m
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10:28SANPST UTC−8$298.00One-way
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08:45JFKEST UTC−56h 7m
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11:52SANPST UTC−8$299.00One-way
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09:30JFKEST UTC−56h 14m
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12:44SANPST UTC−8$286.00One-way
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17:05JFKEST UTC−56h 20m
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20:25SANPST UTC−8$298.00One-way
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17:28JFKEST UTC−56h 17m
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20:45SANPST UTC−8$286.00One-way
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17:30JFKEST UTC−56h 5m
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20:35SANPST UTC−8$299.00One-way
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20:29JFKEST UTC−56h 17m
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23:46SANPST UTC−8$299.00One-way
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Flight route map

New York (JFK) to San Diego (SAN) Non-stop flight routes illustrated on a map.

Flights from New York (JFK), New York, to San Diego (SAN), California, are shown on the map. Based on recorded flight history, the distance is approximately 2,446 miles.

Departure
John F. Kennedy International Airport · New York, United States · 40° 38' 22" N 73° 46' 46" W
Flight route
2,446 miles · 6h 17m
Direction
271.22° (W)
Geographic midpoint
The geographic midpoint is at latitude 38.71903, longitude -96.65862, approximately 1,220.38 miles from both airports.
Great-circle distance
2,440.8 miles
Driving route
2,760 miles · 55 hr 32 min
Time difference
SAN is 3h behind
Destination
San Diego International Airport · California, United States · 32° 44' 01" N 117° 11' 24" W
Distance and time are approximate; flight schedules and local times may change.

Route information

Distance
2,446 miles
Average flight time
6h 17m
Time difference
SAN is 3h behind
Route direction
The initial bearing on the course from New York to San Diego is 271.22°, and the compass direction is W.

Airport information

John F. Kennedy International Airport

John F. Kennedy International Airport
New York, New York, United States
40° 38' 22" N, 73° 46' 46" W
Elevation: 13 ft (4 m)
Time zone: EDT UTC−4
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What's the weather like in New York and San Diego?

Temperature unit:

JFK · New York

48°FOvercastFeels like 43°F
Humidity
69%
Wind
6 mph
Precipitation
0 mm

SAN · San Diego

67°FPartly cloudyFeels like 69°F
Humidity
77%
Wind
3 mph
Precipitation
0 mm
Wed, Oct 2875°F | 59°FFog
Thu, Oct 2971°F | 64°FLight drizzle
Fri, Oct 3070°F | 64°FOvercast
Sat, Oct 3170°F | 66°FOvercast
Sun, Nov 171°F | 62°FModerate rain showers

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Everything you need to know for your flight from New York to San Diego

Which departure days are usually cheaper?

If you have flexibility with your travel dates, Tuesday and Wednesday departures are consistently your best bet for finding the lowest airfares. Across global flight routes, flying midweek can easily save you 10% to 20% compared to weekend departures, mainly because you avoid both Monday business trips and Friday weekend getaways. On the flip side, Fridays and Sundays tend to be the most expensive days of the week as leisure travelers head out and return. Another insider tip: opting for early morning flights (before 7:00 AM) or overnight red-eyes often unlocks additional savings while helping you breeze through airport security lines.

How far in advance do fares usually reach their lowest point?

There is no fixed booking window that guarantees the lowest fare for United States to United States (US-US). Once your plans are clearer, compare prices for your intended dates and nearby alternatives, using the same cabin, baggage and change conditions. Choose a fare that fits your budget and flexibility; waiting can result in either lower prices or fewer suitable options.

Which travel month has the lowest reference fare, and by how much?

In average round-trip fares grouped by travel month over the past 12 months, Jan is lowest at USD 307. Compared with the selected date's calendar month average of USD 428, the difference is USD 121. This is not a quote for a specific date or nonstop flight.

Should I book now or wait for a lower fare?

If you can change departure dates, the price calendar shows a reference fare of USD 169 on 2026-12-03, USD 130 below the selected date. Prices for different departure dates cannot predict whether the same flight will get cheaper later; check the latest price and availability before booking.

How much could changing the departure date by a few days save?

Among available departure dates within three days of the selected date, the same-currency reference nonstop fare of USD 286 on 2026-11-04 is tied for the lowest. Fares on different dates may not be for the same cabin or fare product; check the latest price and availability before booking.