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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York LaGuardia to San Diego? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Diego.$331 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Apr, returning Thu, 16 Apr.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Thu, 9 Apr, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $331, select.
San Diego.$384 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov, returning Sun, 8 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $384, select.
San Diego.$384 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Mar, returning Tue, 7 Apr.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 24 Mar, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 7 Apr, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $384, select.
San Diego.$384 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 May, returning Wed, 13 May.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from New York LaGuardia on Fri, 8 May, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 13 May, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $384, select.
San Diego.$391 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Mar, returning Mon, 16 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York LaGuardia on Fri, 6 Mar, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 16 Mar, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $391, select.
San Diego.$391 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Aug, returning Wed, 19 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York LaGuardia on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $391, select.
San Diego.$391 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Apr, returning Fri, 1 May.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 1 May, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $391, select.
San Diego.$391 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov, returning Mon, 14 Dec.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 14 Dec, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $391, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York LaGuardia to San Diego

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York LaGuardia to San Diego flights are currently cheapest in April.
Feb
from $557
Mar
from $391
Apr
from $331
May
from $384
Jun
from $391
Jul
from $392
Aug
from $391
Sep
from $391
Oct
from $491
Nov
from $384
Dec
from $457
Jan
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Alternative New York LaGuardia to San Diego routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from New York LaGuardia to San Diego? You could fly into the following airports instead.

San Diego International

4km from central San Diego
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from $331
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McClellan-Palomar

48km from central San Diego
from $1,717
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New York to San Diego: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$331
Cheapest month to flyApril

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Finding cheap flights from New York LaGuardia to San Diego: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in San Diego: San Diego International and McClellan-Palomar.
The best price we found for a return flight from New York LaGuardia to San Diego is $331. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from New York LaGuardia to San Diego. But we found flights with one or more stops from $331.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from New York LaGuardia to San Diego.
The cheapest month to fly from New York LaGuardia to San Diego is usually April.
If you're flying from New York LaGuardia Airport, the cheapest airport near San Diego is San Diego International – which is 4.1 km away from the centre of San Diego. We've found flights into this airport from $331.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to San Diego on Thursday, 9 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York LaGuardia Airport and San Diego. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Diego but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 13°C. August is typically the warmest month in San Diego, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 10°C. The rainiest month is February.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego.

Flying from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to San Diego: what you need to know

  • LaGuardia Airport is located in New York. Based in the UTC-7 timezone, San Diego is three hours behind New York.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your LGA to San Diego flight.

  • Travelling during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Located around 13 kilometres from central New York, LGA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from LaGuardia Airport to San Diego? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LGA:

  • LaGuardia Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from LGA make it to their destination as scheduled 80.0% of the time.

  • LGA's address is Hangar 7 Centre.

How to find the cheapest flights from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to San Diego

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way LaGuardia Airport to San Diego flight is $167. The cheapest price for a return flight is $331. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from LGA to San Diego. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from LaGuardia Airport to San Diego across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.

  • There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's an updated deal for cheap flights from LGA to San Diego.

  • Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from LaGuardia Airport to San Diego by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

Airports in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) to the centre of San Diego takes around 10 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 5 kilometres away.

  • It'll take around 20 minutes if you're using public transport.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from LaGuardia Airport to San Diego, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near SAN:

  • Go where the road takes you with a San Diego International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and chase adventure across San Diego and beyond.

  • Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from San Diego International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from LGA to San Diego.

  • The street address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • Once your flight from LaGuardia Airport to San Diego has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central San Diego is roughly 56 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD).

  • You can expect the trip to take about 2 hours 15 minutes on public transport.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near CLD. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your LGA to San Diego flight:

  • Budget, Hertz and Avis make collecting a McClellan-Palomar Airport rental car simple. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.

  • Get your preferred vehicle, not just what's available, by booking your ride from CLD ahead of your arrival. You can also avoid last-minute price hikes, especially when the airport is busy.

Best time to go to San Diego

  • Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from LaGuardia Airport to San Diego. The city buzzes during peak season, but hotel prices are generally higher and top attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to San Diego in the low season if you prefer a quieter vibe.

  • When booking your LaGuardia Airport to San Diego flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in San Diego, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 28ºC.

  • February sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 23ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from LGA to San Diego around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about San Diego

  • Start your San Diego trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from LaGuardia Airport to San Diego, explore our selection of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. USS Midway Museum, San Diego Zoo and SeaWorld San Diego are leading attractions which should feature on any good San Diego itinerary.

Explore more of United States

  • You've visited San Diego, now it's time to discover more of United States. Travel around 177 kilometres north-west to Los Angeles to check off its popular sights. From Griffith Observatory to The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum, your itinerary will be busy.

  • If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in United States, consider Phoenix, about 483 kilometres east of San Diego. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are among its highlights.

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