SAN (San Diego) to JFK (New York) flights arrive on time 81% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Delta Air Lines at 82%. The average delay is 76 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.SAN → JFK
SAN (San Diego) to JFK (New York)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 81% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — Delta Air Lines leads slightly at 82% vs Alaska Airlines at 79%.
Airline Comparison
Delta Air Lines leads at 82% on time; Alaska Airlines trails at 79%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from SAN
80% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. SAN has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~12 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at JFK
78% on timeWhen flights into JFK are late, the average delay is 78 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at JFK: TSA is ~26 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
JFK has a 2.3% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.