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$163+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to San Diego (SAN)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — SAN
Feb 4 — Feb 111
Tue 2/4
Tue 2/11
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to San Diego are usually found in January or May, booked 25 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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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 January 30, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$463
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One-way from

$163
(Expedia)

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Average price

$493
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Cheapest flights from San José to San Diego
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This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/271:25 pmSJO - SAN
3 stops31h 21mSpirit Airlines
Thu 3/66:15 amSAN - SJO
3 stops27h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/28$463
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/285:05 amSJO - SAN
2 stops12h 33mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/3110:20 amSAN - SJO
2 stops20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$471
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Thu 10/161:07 pmSJO - SAN
2 stops29h 51mAeromexico
Mon 10/206:15 amSAN - SJO
2 stops28h 33mAeromexico
Deal found 1/29$478
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 5/287:55 amSJO - SAN
1 stop14h 25mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/16:41 pmSAN - SJO
1 stop14h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/28$481
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Fri 9/52:20 pmSJO - SAN
2 stops19h 52mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/157:56 pmSAN - SJO
2 stops15h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/30$509
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/282:10 pmSJO - SAN
1 stop20h 00mJetBlue
Sat 5/318:30 pmSAN - SJO
1 stop15h 35mJetBlue
Deal found 1/28$519
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/107:25 amSJO - SAN
1 stop10h 32mDelta
Tue 4/156:05 pmSAN - SJO
1 stop11h 08mDelta
Deal found 1/28$576
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/1312:26 amSJO - SAN
2 stops18h 03mAlaska Airlines
Wed 3/266:15 amSAN - SJO
2 stops16h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/30$609
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/78:08 amSJO - SAN
2 stops16h 32mCopa Airlines
Wed 3/198:49 pmSAN - SJO
2 stops15h 22mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/30$732
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/146:10 amSJO - SAN
2 stops12h 41mAvianca
Sun 5/256:15 amSAN - SJO
3 stops16h 20mAvianca
Deal found 1/29$903

Find flights from San José to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to San Diego that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

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San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/13

12:50 am-11:34 pm

3 stops23h 44m

San Diego

Wed 3/26

8:07 pm-11:21 am

2 stops14h 14m

$413

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/28

5:05 am-4:38 pm

2 stops12h 33m

San Diego

Sat 5/31

10:20 am-7:40 am

2 stops20h 20m

$480

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/28

7:55 am-7:56 pm

1 stop13h 01m

San Diego

Sun 6/1

6:41 pm-10:11 am

1 stop14h 30m

$491

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/28

2:10 pm-9:10 am

1 stop20h 00m

San Diego

Sat 5/31

8:30 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop15h 35m

$538

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/10

7:25 am-4:57 pm

1 stop10h 32m

San Diego

Tue 4/15

6:05 pm-6:13 am

1 stop11h 08m

$575

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/13

12:26 am-5:29 pm

2 stops18h 03m

San Diego

Wed 3/26

6:15 am-12:12 am

2 stops16h 57m

$609

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/7

7:05 am-10:38 pm

1 stop17h 33m

San Diego

Wed 3/19

6:24 am-8:03 pm

1 stop12h 39m

$622

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/7

8:08 am-10:40 pm

2 stops16h 32m

San Diego

Wed 3/19

8:49 pm-1:11 pm

2 stops15h 22m

$732

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/10

8:00 pm-5:51 pm

3 stops22h 51m

San Diego

Tue 4/15

10:16 am-11:35 pm

2 stops12h 19m

$1,320

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 4/13

1:18 pm-4:52 pm

2 stops52h 34m

San Diego

Fri 4/18

6:25 am-11:39 pm

2 stops16h 14m

$2,066

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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 January.
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*1 star

*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 January 24, 2025.

Booking 25 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from San José, San José Province to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 January 30, 2025.

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 25% 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 January 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and KLM 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

KLM
7.8
Good
1,335 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,617 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,837 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

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 $463, 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 JetBlue - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $481 and $519, respectively. These flights start at 19% 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 ($163), Frontier ($251), and United Airlines ($263).

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from San José, San José Province to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$193Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$354Average$551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$398Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$446Average$591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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