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$149+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Newark (EWR)

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SAN — EWR
Jun 18 — Jun 251
Wed 6/18
Wed 6/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Newark

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Newark (EWR). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 13, 2025.

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$204
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One-way from

$149
(Alaska Airlines)

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Average price

$472

Good round-trip deal

$347 or less

Good one-way deal

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Newark. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 13, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/227:00 pmSAN - EWR
1 stop8h 05mSpirit Airlines
Sat 7/265:58 pmEWR - SAN
1 stop8h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$204
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/158:10 amSAN - EWR
Nonstop5h 33mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/195:58 pmEWR - SAN
1 stop8h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$224
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/19:40 pmSAN - EWR
Nonstop5h 23mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/164:29 pmEWR - SAN
Nonstop5h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$227
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/13:45 pmSAN - EWR
1 stop11h 14mAlaska Airlines
Wed 10/84:29 pmEWR - SAN
1 stop9h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$246
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/1610:30 pmSAN - EWR
1 stop8h 04mDelta
Tue 8/261:00 pmEWR - SAN
1 stop8h 01mDelta
Deal found 6/10$257
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Tue 8/128:10 amSAN - EWR
Nonstop5h 33mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 8/234:43 pmEWR - SAN
Nonstop5h 49mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/12$258
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2910:45 pmSAN - EWR
1 stop8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/32:27 pmEWR - SAN
1 stop8h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$302

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Newark Airport that are best for you.

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San DiegoNewark

SAN - EWR

SANEWR

San Diego

Tue 7/22

7:00 pm-6:05 am

1 stop8h 05m

Newark

Sat 7/26

5:58 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop8h 08m

$204

San DiegoNewark

SAN - EWR

SANEWR

San Diego

Tue 7/15

8:10 am-4:43 pm

Nonstop5h 33m

Newark

Sat 7/19

5:58 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop8h 08m

$224

San DiegoNewark

SAN - EWR

SANEWR

San Diego

Tue 7/1

9:40 pm-6:03 am

Nonstop5h 23m

Newark

Wed 7/16

4:29 pm-7:11 pm

Nonstop5h 42m

$227

San DiegoNewark

SAN - EWR

SANEWR

San Diego

Wed 10/1

3:45 pm-5:59 am

1 stop11h 14m

Newark

Wed 10/8

4:29 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop9h 33m

$246

San DiegoNewark

SAN - EWR

SANEWR

San Diego

Sat 8/16

10:30 pm-9:34 am

1 stop8h 04m

Newark

Tue 8/26

1:00 pm-6:01 pm

1 stop8h 01m

$257

San DiegoNewark

SAN - EWR

SANEWR

San Diego

Tue 8/12

8:10 am-4:43 pm

Nonstop5h 33m

Newark

Sat 8/23

4:43 pm-7:32 pm

Nonstop5h 49m

$258

San DiegoNewark

SAN - EWR

SANEWR

San Diego

Fri 8/29

10:45 pm-10:26 am

1 stop8h 41m

Newark

Wed 9/3

2:27 pm-7:27 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$302

San DiegoNewark

SAN - EWR

SANEWR

San Diego

Fri 8/15

10:30 pm-7:00 am

Nonstop5h 30m

$149

San DiegoNewark

SAN - EWR

SANEWR

San Diego

Sun 7/13

6:15 am-7:55 am

2 stops22h 40m

$150

San DiegoNewark

SAN - EWR

SANEWR

San Diego

Thu 10/9

6:15 am-6:29 pm

1 stop9h 14m

$158

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The best insider tips for San Diego to Newark Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Diego to Newark Airport trip
Airlines
United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom, ideal for comfort on medium-haul flights.


United's Polaris Lounges offer showers and dining, enhancing pre-flight comfort.

Read more about United Airlinesby Harriet Baskas
Alaska Airlines

Alaska's Premium Class offers extra legroom and free cocktails, ideal for medium-haul comfort.


Alaska's Wi-Fi is a flat fee, perfect for getting work done on medium-haul flights.

Read more about Alaska Airlinesby Robert Schrader
Airports
SAN

Plan to arrive at SAN two hours before your flight to avoid stress from potential traffic congestion near the airport.

Read more about SANby Blane Bachelor
EWR

For a quick trip to NYC, take the AirTrain to Airport Station, then transfer to a NJ Transit train to New York Penn Station.

Read more about EWRby Brandon Schultz
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines

Harriet Baskas

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, USA TODAY, 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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Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on Alaska Airlines

Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SAN

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on EWR

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Newark

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Newark from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Newark Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Newark Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Newark. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Newark Airport, you should look to book at least 61 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Newark Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Newark Airport (average of $228). Flying from San Diego to Newark Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $307). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to EWR?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Newark. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 13, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Diego to Newark Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 11% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Newark Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Newark. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Newark Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Newark Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Newark. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 13, 2025.

The most flights from SAN to EWR are scheduled on a Wednesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Newark by month

Plan your trip to Newark by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Newark Airport ranges from 2.9 - 4.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Newark Airport when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

Temperature in Newark by month

Plan your trip to Newark by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Newark Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 32.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Newark

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Newark. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Newark. Reviews last updated June 13, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to New York, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta and Hawaiian Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,792 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Newark. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Newark?

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Diego to Newark. You should not have trouble finding flights to Newark from San Diego; the airport handles an average of 6 outbound flights to Newark per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights from the San Diego airport to Newark. It is only a 2.6 mi journey to San Diego (SAN) from San Diego’s city center.

  • How popular is this San Diego to Newark Airport flight route?

    Flights from San Diego to Newark have been viewed 50 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Newark Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Diego to Newark Airport round-trip from $204. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $227, and Alaska Airlines, from $246. You may be able to fly from San Diego to Newark Airport for 50% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Newark Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $149 on Alaska Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $150 and United Airlines from $164 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Diego to Newark Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Diego to Newark Airport consider choosing United Airlines (67%), TAP AIR PORTUGAL (66%) or American Airlines (51%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Newark Airport?

    While on average a flight from San Diego to Newark Airport is generally $875, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $148. When looking at the most popular route, (San Diego - Newark), you can expect to pay $94 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Newark that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Diego to Newark flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Newark?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Diego to Newark.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Newark?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Newark by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Newark Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Newark Airport (average of $228). Flying from San Diego to Newark Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $307). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from San Diego to Newark

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Newark. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$123Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$125Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$171Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$239Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$253Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$257Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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