JFK to SAN Turbulence Forecast
Is the New York to San Diego flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.
Typical turbulence along the route
Historical average pattern for JFK–SAN
About the JFK–SAN route
The New York to San Diego domestic route is generally one of the smoother flights in the US network, covering 2,812 miles at around 38,000 feet. Turbulence is most common when weather systems cross the Midwest or when the flight path skirts the Rocky Mountains. Short duration means any rough patches pass quickly.
The route is served by JetBlue, Delta, American on Airbus A321 · Boeing 737 · Boeing 757 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 38,000 feet over a distance of 2,812 miles (2,444 nautical miles).
💡 Tip: Domestic routes are generally smoother. Mountain crossings are the main turbulence source.
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Data Sources
- PIREP — Pilot reports (PIREPs) submitted via FAA/ICAO systems, aggregated over 12+ months of historical data
- SIGMET / AIRMET — Significant Meteorological Information bulletins from NOAA Aviation Weather Center
- EDR data — Eddy Dissipation Rate measurements from commercial aircraft (ADS-B derived turbulence intensity)
- Seasonal patterns — 5-year rolling averages of turbulence frequency and intensity by month for this route
Scores represent typical conditions. Actual turbulence varies daily. For real-time forecasts, use the Turbulence Forecast app. · About our data