San Diego to New York flights
Direct and connecting flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from San Diego to New York take?
Flight time from San Diego (SAN) to New York (JFK) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from San Diego to New York?
Airline availability for SAN to JFK changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from San Diego to New York?
Direct (nonstop) availability on SAN to JFK varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- JetBlue Airways5-yr attributed events: 13Last 90 days: none recorded
- Delta Air Lines5-yr attributed events: 52Last 90 days: none recorded
- Alaska Airlines5-yr attributed events: 7Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| JetBlue Airways | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| Delta Air Lines | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| Alaska Airlines | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
Planning SAN → JFK
SAN to JFK is a medium-haul route of 3,928 km (2,441 mi). See the return JFK → SAN route.
Alternative airports near San Diego: San Diego (NZY) — 4 km, Miramar (NKX) — 16 km, El Cajon (SEE) — 23 km.
Alternative airports near New York: New York (LGA) — 17 km, New York (JRB) — 21 km, New York (JRA) — 23 km.