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$160+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to San Diego (SAN)

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SJO — SAN
Nov 26 — Dec 31
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The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to San Diego are usually found in January or February, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to San Diego (SAN). 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 November 21, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$283
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$160
(eDestinos)
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This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/161:49 amSJO - SAN
2 stops19h 46mSpirit Airlines
Sat 1/186:15 amSAN - SJO
2 stops16h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/21$283
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/111:49 amSJO - SAN
3 stops44h 12mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1310:35 amSAN - SJO
3 stops36h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$370
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Wed 12/182:20 pmSJO - SAN
2 stops26h 41mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/1912:15 pmSAN - SJO
2 stops30h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/21$434
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Wed 12/182:51 pmSJO - SAN
1 stop19h 49mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/196:15 amSAN - SJO
1 stop12h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$453
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/149:55 amSJO - SAN
2 stops12h 05mSouthwest
Tue 1/147:30 amSAN - SJO
2 stops11h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$548

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San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/16

1:49 am-7:35 pm

2 stops19h 46m

San Diego

Sat 1/18

6:15 am-12:59 am

2 stops16h 44m

$283

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/11

1:49 am-8:01 pm

3 stops44h 12m

San Diego

Mon 1/13

10:35 am-12:59 am

3 stops36h 24m

$370

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/18

2:20 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop9h 27m

San Diego

Sun 1/19

5:30 pm-8:39 pm

2 stops25h 09m

$434

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/18

2:51 pm-8:40 am

1 stop19h 49m

San Diego

Sun 1/19

6:15 am-8:50 pm

1 stop12h 35m

$453

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/14

9:55 am-8:00 pm

2 stops12h 05m

San Diego

Tue 1/14

7:30 am-8:40 pm

2 stops11h 10m

$548

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/20

4:09 am-10:40 pm

2 stops20h 31m

San Diego

Sun 2/23

8:49 pm-1:12 pm

2 stops14h 23m

$592

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/9

1:49 am-7:35 pm

2 stops19h 46m

$160

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/10

5:05 am-6:15 pm

2 stops15h 10m

$187

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/10

2:20 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop25h 30m

$231

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/10

1:24 am-6:13 pm

3 stops18h 49m

$239

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San José to San Diego in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San José, San José Province-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San José, San José Province-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José, San José Province-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José, San José Province-San Diego flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San José, San José Province-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from San José to San Diego

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San José to San Diego including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to San Diego. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

Booking 81 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San José, San José Province to San Diego. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to San Diego?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from San José, San José Province to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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 SJO to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

When flying from San José, San José Province to San Diego, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 28% versus a flight in the evening.

Rainfall in San Diego by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines from San José to San Diego to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.8
Good
1,785 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.5
Good
2,004 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to San Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to San Diego round-trip?

    Currently priced at $283, Spirit Airlines will fly you from San José, San José Province to San Diego and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $434 and $453, respectively. These flights start at 49% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to San Diego one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San José, San José Province to San Diego are Spirit Airlines ($160), United Airlines ($231), and Alaska Airlines ($239).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to San Diego 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 José, San José Province to San Diego?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from San José, San José Province to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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 4 airlines flying from San José to San Diego

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San José to San Diego. 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$193Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$354Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$398Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$424Average$585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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