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Cheap Flights from John F Kennedy Intl to San Diego (JFK-SAN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from John F Kennedy Intl to San Diego 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 return flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to San Diego

Tue, 8 Jul - Tue, 15 Jul
Delta Logo
08:50 - 11:52JFK-SAN
6h 02mdirect
Delta Logo
13:05 - 22:05SAN-JFK
6h 00mdirect
£167Delta
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Sat, 5 Jul - Sat, 12 Jul
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07:30 - 10:32JFK-SAN
6h 02mdirect
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20:30 - 05:09SAN-JFK
5h 39mdirect
£169JetBlue
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Tue, 21 Oct - Sat, 1 Nov
Alaska Airlines Logo
07:20 - 17:47JFK-SAN
13h 27m1 stop
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22:38 - 07:00SAN-JFK
5h 22mdirect
£174Alaska Airlines
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Wed, 5 Nov - Sat, 8 Nov
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20:29 - 08:38JFK-SAN
15h 09m1 stop
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18:06 - 15:18SAN-JFK
18h 12m1 stop
£181Alaska Airlines
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Wed, 6 Aug - Tue, 12 Aug
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
16:00 - 18:57JFK-SAN
5h 57mdirect
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21:56 - 06:29SAN-JFK
5h 33mdirect
£200Hawaiian Airlines
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Thu, 10 Jul - Thu, 17 Jul
Frontier Logo
06:59 - 18:19JFK-SAN
14h 20m1 stop
Frontier Logo
12:59 - 05:30SAN-JFK
13h 31m1 stop
£221Frontier
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Tue, 26 Aug - Sun, 31 Aug
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
16:28 - 19:24JFK-SAN
5h 56mdirect
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
07:00 - 15:40SAN-JFK
5h 40mdirect
£222Hawaiian Airlines
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Thu, 24 Jul - Thu, 31 Jul
Frontier Logo
13:05 - 23:57JFK-SAN
13h 52m1 stop
Frontier Logo
19:04 - 05:30SAN-JFK
7h 26m1 stop
£255Frontier
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Sun, 24 Aug - Thu, 28 Aug
American Airlines Logo
18:29 - 23:52JFK-SAN
8h 23m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
16:20 - 05:30SAN-JFK
10h 10m1 stop
£311American Airlines
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Mon, 4 Aug - Wed, 6 Aug
American Airlines Logo
14:40 - 20:20JFK-SAN
8h 40m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
06:15 - 17:33SAN-JFK
8h 18m1 stop
£335American Airlines
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Expert advice for your flight from John F Kennedy Intl to San Diego

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarisation of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
Delta

Delta offers free Wi-Fi for SkyMiles members on domestic flights, enhancing onboard connectivity.


Delta's Sky Priority offers expedited check-in for premium cabin and elite status passengers.

Read more about Deltaby Stefanie Waldek
Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines' 20-minute bag guarantee offers compensation if bags delay at carousel.


Alaska's Premium Class offers extra legroom and complimentary drinks on flights over 350 miles.

JetBlue

JetBlue's Even More Space upgrade provides up to 7” extra legroom and early boarding.


JetBlue provides free gate-to-gate Wi-Fi and live TV on seatback screens for all passengers.

Read more about JetBlueby Harriet Baskas
Airports
JFK

Avoid traffic by having your driver drop you off at the AirTrain station at Lefferts Blvd. The ride to terminals is free from there.

Read more about JFKby Harriet Baskas
SAN

The Route 992 bus is the cheapest way to reach Downtown San Diego from SAN, running every 15 minutes from 5 am to midnight.

Read more about SANby Brandon Schultz
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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 out at sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Harriet Baskas

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, 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

Brandon Schultz

Expert on SAN

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon travels every week and makes friends with stray cats wherever he goes. Dogs, too... he once brought one home to the US from the Amalfi Coast. He’s written 6 books, visited 6 continents (still waiting on Antarctica), and would eat ice cream 6 times a day if he could. He lives in Brooklyn, New York, with his partner and three cats.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for John F Kennedy Intl to San Diego flights

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

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

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

When flying from New York John F Kennedy Airport to San Diego, you should consider leaving on a Tuesday and avoid Wednesdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to New York John F Kennedy Airport, you’ll find the best rates on Saturdays and the most expensive ones on Fridays.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Diego, 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Diego is September, where tickets cost £225 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £329 and £329 respectively.

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

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at £145 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Diego, 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Diego, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 14 weeks before departure.


Good to know - Cheap tickets from New York John F Kennedy Airport to San Diego

Low seasonJanuary
High seasonJuly
Cheapest flight£84
Best time to beat the crowds (16% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (12% more expensive on average)
Flight from New York John F Kennedy Airport to San Diego

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

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from John F Kennedy Intl to San Diego based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from John F Kennedy Intl to San Diego: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from John F Kennedy Intl to San Diego 
HowardFlew with Alaska AirlinesJFK-SANMay 2025
Must have a tablet to watch videos. Bring a seat cushion.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska AirlinesJFK-SANOct 2024
Landing in La Guardia or Newark (New Jersey) is more convenient for commuting to Manhattan.

FAQs for booking New York John F Kennedy Airport to San Diego flights

  • Where can I find the USO at JFK?

    You can find the USO at JFK landside, in Terminal 5, across from baggage claim carousel 3. This military lounge is open every day from 6 am to 10 pm and offers its services and facilities to active members of the US military and their families free of charge. Some amenities include refreshments, comfortable seating, multimedia, flight information, and more.

  • Does JFK provide private facilities for nursing moms?

    Yes. If you need to breastfeed or pump before your flight to SAN, you can use one of the 12 different Mamava pods in JFK, spread throughout the six terminals. These fiberglass freestanding lactation suites each has a fold-down shelf, seating, a mirror, a coat hook, a USB port, and an electrical outlet.

  • Where can I pick up my rental car at the SAN?

    At SAN, all rental car companies are located in the rental car center, a separate facility from the airport terminals. Take a free shuttle from the Arrivals curb to your car rental agency. Some companies at SAN include Enterprise, Avis, Alamo, Hertz, and others.

  • Can I get a massage when I land at SAN?

    Yes. If you want to ease the kinks out of your muscles after your cross-country flight, feel free to stop in at one of the Be Relax Spa locations at SAN. You can find these retail spa outlets in Terminal 2, at Gates 26 and 36. These spas are open daily from 7 am to 8 pm.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Diego was £114 for a one-way ticket and £227 for a return.

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

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

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

    The Boeing 737 MAX 9 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New York John F Kennedy Airport to San Diego flight route.

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

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New York to San Diego are Alaska Airlines and JetBlue. With an average price for the route of £262 and an overall rating of 8.0, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. JetBlue is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £189 and an overall rating of 7.3.

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

    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 New York John F Kennedy Airport to San Diego.

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

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

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

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to San Diego with an airline and back to New York John F Kennedy Airport with another airline.

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

    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 San Diego from New York John F Kennedy Airport 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Diego

  • Looking for a cheap flight from San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Airport? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £102 or less one-way and £292 or less round-trip.
  • JFK is one of three major airports serving New York City and serves as a hub for American and Delta and a focus city for many airlines, including JetBlue. The San Diego International Airport (SAN), located on the Pacific coast of southern California, is a hub for Southwest, Alaska Airlines, and smaller regional airlines.
  • Airlines such as Alaska, JetBlue, American, Delta, and others offer direct flights from JFK to SAN. Alaska Airlines, American, and United are among the airlines that offer one and two-stop flights between JFK and San Diego. Some common layover cities include Washington DC, Miami, Chicago, Phoenix, and other cities.
  • If you're traveling with any animals that won't be riding in the cabin with you, you can rest assured that your animals will be well taken care of. The JFK Ark a special facility designed specifically for the safe transport of pets, birds, horses, and exotic animals. This climate controlled building is staffed by veterinarians and technicians who make sure that animals travel safely through JFK.
  • If taking a cab is your best way to get to JFK due to your schedule or your amount of luggage, keep in mind that this can get quite expensive. From Manhattan, there is a flat taxi fee to get to JFK. Then, there is a surcharge added based on the time of day. Finally, you must add a tip for the driver. All in all, a cab ride from Manhattan to JFK could cost from $90 to $100.
  • If you are in need of assistance because of an unexpected calamity, go to Travelers Aid at SAN around the baggage claim area. This volunteer organization is open daily from 8 am to 11 pm, and they help you resolve issues when, for example, you have lost your money, your accommodations have fallen through, and other problems.

Prefer to fly direct from New York John F Kennedy Airport to San Diego?

Find which airlines fly direct from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Diego Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

New York John F Kennedy Intl to San Diego

Monday

Aer Lingus, Air Europa, Air France, +16 more

Aer Lingus, Air Europa, +17 more

Tuesday

Aer Lingus, Air Europa, Air France, +17 more

Aer Lingus, Air Europa, +18 more

Wednesday

Aer Lingus, Air Europa, Air France, +16 more

Aer Lingus, Air Europa, +17 more

Thursday

Aer Lingus, Air Europa, Air France, +15 more

Aer Lingus, Air Europa, +16 more

Friday

Aer Lingus, Air Europa, Air France, +15 more

Aer Lingus, Air Europa, +16 more

Saturday

Aer Lingus, Air Europa, Air France, +14 more

Aer Lingus, Air Europa, +15 more

Sunday

Aer Lingus, Air Europa, Air France, +15 more

Aer Lingus, Air Europa, +16 more

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Direct returns

San Diego to New York John F Kennedy Intl

Monday

Aer Lingus, Air Europa, Air France, +19 more

Aer Lingus, Air Europa, +20 more

Tuesday

Aer Lingus, Air Europa, Air France, +18 more

Aer Lingus, Air Europa, +19 more

Wednesday

Aer Lingus, Air Europa, Air France, +16 more

Aer Lingus, Air Europa, +17 more

Thursday

Aer Lingus, Air Europa, Air France, +17 more

Aer Lingus, Air Europa, +18 more

Friday

Aer Lingus, Air Europa, Air France, +16 more

Aer Lingus, Air Europa, +17 more

Saturday

Aer Lingus, Air Europa, Air France, +17 more

Aer Lingus, Air Europa, +18 more

Sunday

Aer Lingus, Air Europa, Air France, +17 more

Aer Lingus, Air Europa, +18 more

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Top airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to San Diego

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from New York to San Diego. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 10000 reviews
8.5Crew
7.1Food
7.8Comfort
7.1Entertainment
8.1Boarding
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Horrible! No blanket or pillow available! We had bulkhead seats but the seats were worn out and no cushion old. No meal or even a sandwich for our 5 hour flight just a little bag of pretzels. Crabby attendant female with long brown hair. We will not book Alaska Airlines again

4.0 OkayAnonymous, Jun 2025KOA - SAN
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Horrible! No blanket or pillow available! We had bulkhead seats but the seats were worn out and no cushion old. No meal or even a sandwich for our 5 hour flight just a little bag of pretzels. Crabby attendant female with long brown hair. We will not book Alaska Airlines again

I do wish the the actual airplane I flew on was bigger. But, I made it work.

I loved that we boarded orderly and quickly, that I had an opportunity to check my bag free at the gate, that there was plenty of seat/leg room, there was smooth takeoff and landing, the attendants were pleasant and helpful, and that we arrived on time!!

We were in first class. Food was surprisingly good. Boarding was easy. Seats were lumpy. No video screen ...really? Service was good. Phone support was good

The staff and crew were excellent. The entire flight process was so friendly and smooth.

flight was canceled. don't cancel flights if you want a better score.

Flight was delayed. Crew was not helpful in the plane.

Missed connection due to waiting on tarmac for gate. Rebooking took 30 minutes in line with 2 people in line in front. Horrible inefficient careless staff.

This was my first trip in years with Alaska. I don’t think I’ll do it again. The planes are old and tired looking. The seats are small with zero legroom. The JFK terminal is one of the worst I’ve been in. On this flight the pilot had to abort the landing and circle the Bay before trying again. I think I’ll stick with the usual suspects …

The flight was canceled and very little help given at the check in desk. Everyone at the desk says: just go on the app and see how they rebooked you. I mean come on it’s embarrassing customer service.

The flight departed more than 1 hour late. Leg room is bigger than most airlines

Excellent. Although they used to greet me as a mosaic member and provide a free drink, early boarding helps me to keep coming back to JetBlue.

No music app working: no economy meal on five hour flight; hour on tarmac at the end waiting for a gate. Flight itself was smooth and easy.

Communication with the customer and stay is important. Staff off with a minor inconvenience but it worked out of course. Also this was a very old Mint Class plane. They snuck this one in on us. The updated aircraft are much better.

The flight itself was fine, but the boarding process was extremely frustrating. There is no one scanning boarding passes - passengers just scan themselves and enter the jetway. By the time my husband and I got on the plane and were halfway to our seats they determined there were too many bags on the plane and everything at that point needed to be checked. This created a lot of unnecessary chaos. They should have alerted people before getting on the plane that they would need to start checking bags instead of waiting until people were already on the plane.

In flight on demand didn't work at our seats. Only a single beverage/snack run.

Traveling with JetBlue from NYC was convenient as accessing JFK airport was straightforward via the LIRR to the AirTrain. Maneuvering through the terminal was hassle-free, which was a pleasant start to the journey. However, the flight experience itself left much to be desired. The seating arrangement was notably uncomfortable; despite securing a window seat, space felt cramped. This was exacerbated by the middle seat passenger encroaching on my area, which made the flight less enjoyable. Additionally, while the in-flight entertainment system initially seemed like a reprieve, the sound outlet on my seat was inoperable. This issue turned what could have been a manageable three-hour flight into a rather tedious ordeal, as I was unable to use the entertainment system effectively. While JetBlue provided a smooth process in terms of airport logistics, the on-board experience highlighted areas in need of improvement, particularly in terms of comfort and entertainment system maintenance.

Over 2 hour delay for a 50-minute flight is unacceptable, especially in normal weather. Very poor communication via app

Kayak sent over to jet blue my account being Mike Callaghan instead of Michael. I have a jet blue account with Michael that was connected

The flight was excellent. The crew was welcoming and attentive.

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