SAN (San Diego) to JFK (New York) flights arrive on time 80% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Delta Air Lines at 83%. The average delay is 81 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.SAN → JFK
SAN (San Diego) to JFK (New York)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 80% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by air traffic and busy airspace.
Accurate?
Delta Air Lines edges out JetBlue Airways on this route — 83% vs 77% on time.
Airline Comparison
Delta Air Lines leads at 83% on time; JetBlue Airways trails at 77%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from SAN
78% on timeExpect ~20 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. SAN has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~24 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at JFK
78% on timeWhen flights into JFK are late, the average delay is 79 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at JFK: TSA is ~35 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
JFK has a 2.4% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.