Question 1

Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on New York to San Diego flights?

Accepted Answer

Among airlines operating New York to San Diego flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Alaska Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• JetBlue: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Question 2

Which airlines fly from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

4 airlines operate flights between New York and San Diego. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• Alaska Airlines
• Delta
• JetBlue

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Flights from New York to San Diego may depart from several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA). Flights usually arrive at San Diego (SAN).

Question 4

Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on New York to San Diego flights?

Accepted Answer

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Question 5

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

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

• Economy class
• Business Class
• First Class

Question 6

How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £256 return via Los Angeles (LAX), compared with £336 for direct.

Question 7

What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £26–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

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

• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) – 15% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 14% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) – 13% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) – 13% of one-stop connections

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from New York to San Diego. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £300 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £394, a difference of £94.

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

Question 10

How are flight departures from New York to San Diego spread across the day?

Accepted Answer

Morning is the busiest departure period on New York to San Diego flights, with 46% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 36%, Afternoon flights for 18%, and Night flights for 0%.

Question 11

What popular places can I visit in San Diego?

Accepted Answer

Some of the most popular sights in San Diego are San Diego Convention Center, La Jolla Cove, and Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina. These are among the most viewed places in San Diego on KAYAK.

Question 12

What are the earliest and latest flights from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New York to San Diego:

• Earliest: departs at 05:30 and lands at 11:47
• Latest: departs at 20:59 and lands at 03:16.

The flight takes about 6h 17m.

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 50% above the £330 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from New York to San Diego takes 6h 17m, covering 2,428 miles.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £253 to £1,892. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

One-way fares from New York to San Diego are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £140, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

Question 18

How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 49m, compared to 7h 53m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 7h 54m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 20

Which car hire options are available at San Diego Airport (SAN)?

Accepted Answer

San Diego Airport (SAN) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £40 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Payless
• Europcar
• Thrifty
• Fox

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

Return flights from New York to San Diego range from £255 to £439, with an average of £330 over the past 12 months. Anything below £255 counts as a good deal.

Question 22

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on New York to San Diego flights?

Accepted Answer

Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on New York to San Diego flights:

• Alaska Airlines
• JetBlue
• Delta

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Question 23

How much is a return flight from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

Return flights from New York to San Diego typically range from £255 to £439. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £253 on Alaska Airlines.

Question 24

What is the cheapest New York to San Diego flight route?

Accepted Answer

New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to San Diego (SAN) is the cheapest New York to San Diego route, averaging £287 return. Other New York to San Diego routes average £332, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

Question 25

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

Accepted Answer

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to San Diego. It's 10% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 19% higher.

Question 26

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

Accepted Answer

•January is the cheapest month to fly from New York to San Diego at £244 return.
•December (£412) and October (£361) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 68% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Question 27

When are flights from New York to San Diego the cheapest?

Accepted Answer

Flights from New York to San Diego are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 44% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Question 28

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

Alaska Airlines (£253) and United Airlines (£257) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from New York to San Diego according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

Question 29

Which airline offers the most direct flights between New York and San Diego?

Accepted Answer

United Airlines and Alaska Airlines offer the most frequent direct flights from New York to San Diego at 27 and 21 flights per week, respectively. Delta is another good option, operating 20 flights per week. Based on KAYAK flight data over the last 3 months.

Question 30

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) is the most popular stopover for the New York to San Diego route. 15% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via PHX.

Question 31

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Los Angeles (LAX) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of £256. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 32

Which route with a stopover is the fastest from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) offers the shortest 1-stop connection from New York to San Diego at 7h 49m one-way, 1h 32m longer than the 6h 17m direct flight. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 33

When flying from New York to San Diego, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Accepted Answer

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) had the shortest average connection time for New York to San Diego stopovers at 4h 26m over the past 3 months.

Question 34

How many direct flights run daily between New York and San Diego?

Accepted Answer

There are 10 to 11 flights per day from New York to San Diego, about 76 flights per week. Monday has the most departures, with 14% of weekly flights.

Question 35

What time of day do most flights depart from New York to San Diego?

Accepted Answer

Most direct flights from New York to San Diego depart in the morning, accounting for 46% of direct departures. Around 5 flights are scheduled in that window over the next three months.

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