Flights from EWR to SAN

2 airlines fly nonstop from Newark Liberty International Airport to San Diego International Airport. Newark Liberty International Airport (New York) to San Diego International Airport (San Diego).

Distance
2,420 mi
Nonstop flight
Varies
Time difference
−3h
Nonstop airlines
2

Fares from EWR to SAN

Checking today’s fares with the airlines.

Nonstop flights

AirlineFromTo
Alaska AirlinesEWR Newark Liberty International AirportSAN San Diego International Airport
United AirlinesEWR Newark Liberty International AirportSAN San Diego International Airport

Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.

Getting from the airport into San Diego

SAN

San Diego International Airport

3 miles (4.8 km) from the city centre. 25.3 million passengers in 2025

HowRouteTimeCost
BusMTS Route 992 to the Santa Fe Depot downtown, every 15 minutesabout 15m$3.00 one way (adult)
ShuttleFree San Diego Flyer shuttle to Old Town Transit Center for trolley and train connections–free

Before you go

Domestic travel: a REAL ID-compliant license or other acceptable ID, such as a US passport, is required to board flights within the US.

San Diego is 3 hours behind New York. San Diego uses the US dollar (USD).

Read the San Diego guide: when to go, weather, airports and tips

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from EWR to SAN?

Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.

Which airlines fly nonstop from EWR to SAN?

As of October 2026, Alaska Airlines and United Airlines fly this route nonstop.

How far is SAN from EWR?

About 2,420 miles (3,895 km) between the airports.

What is the time difference?

San Diego is 3 hours behind New York.

What ID do I need to fly to San Diego?

Domestic travel: a REAL ID-compliant license or other acceptable ID, such as a US passport, is required to board flights within the US.

How do I get from San Diego International Airport into San Diego?

MTS Route 992 to the Santa Fe Depot downtown, every 15 minutes, about 15 minutes, $3.00 one way (adult).

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Sources

Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.