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$211+ 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 7/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — SAN
mar. 8 — mar. 151
sáb. 3/8
sáb. 3/15
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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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$298
(Orbitz)

One-way from

$211
(Copa Airlines)

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June

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January

Average price

$580
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Cheapest flights from San José to San Diego
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This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 4/1712:23 pmSJO - SAN
2 stops20h 11mSpirit Airlines
lun. 4/289:08 pmSAN - SJO
2 stops13h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/2$298
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
lun. 7/78:46 amSJO - SAN
1 stop9h 58mCopa Airlines
dom. 7/138:58 pmSAN - SJO
1 stop18h 24mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/2$379
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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.
lun. 10/64:20 pmSJO - SAN
2 stops19h 48mMultiple Airlines
lun. 10/2710:35 amSAN - SJO
2 stops20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/1$413
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
vie. 3/145:30 amSJO - SAN
2 stops20h 00mUnited Airlines
mié. 3/264:04 pmSAN - SJO
2 stops19h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/2$461
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
jue. 3/612:59 amSJO - SAN
1 stop19h 21mAmerican Airlines
mié. 3/196:24 amSAN - SJO
1 stop12h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/2$504
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
mar. 5/271:06 amSJO - SAN
2 stops17h 46mAlaska Airlines
dom. 6/18:07 amSAN - SJO
2 stops38h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/3$521
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
lun. 6/28:13 amSJO - SAN
2 stops15h 51mAeromexico
dom. 6/810:00 amSAN - SJO
2 stops12h 45mAeromexico
Deal found 3/3$526
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
lun. 3/32:19 pmSJO - SAN
1 stop11h 00mDelta
jue. 3/68:00 amSAN - SJO
1 stop12h 12mDelta
Deal found 3/2$562
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
dom. 8/2412:35 pmSJO - SAN
1 stop11h 50mSouthwest
vie. 8/296:50 amSAN - SJO
2 stops11h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 3/3$606

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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 marzo 3, 2025.

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San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 4/17

12:23 pm-7:34 am

2 stops20h 11m

San Diego

lun. 4/28

9:08 pm-11:18 am

2 stops13h 10m

$298

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 7/7

8:46 am-5:44 pm

1 stop9h 58m

San Diego

dom. 7/13

8:58 pm-4:22 pm

1 stop18h 24m

$379

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 4/3

11:55 am-9:41 am

2 stops22h 46m

San Diego

lun. 4/14

9:30 pm-12:12 am

2 stops25h 42m

$422

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 3/14

5:30 am-12:30 am

2 stops20h 00m

San Diego

mié. 3/26

4:04 pm-12:17 pm

2 stops19h 13m

$461

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 5/27

1:06 am-5:52 pm

2 stops17h 46m

San Diego

dom. 6/1

8:07 am-11:46 pm

2 stops38h 39m

$521

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 6/2

8:13 am-11:04 pm

2 stops15h 51m

San Diego

dom. 6/8

10:00 am-11:45 pm

2 stops12h 45m

$526

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 4/10

2:20 pm-10:58 am

1 stop21h 38m

San Diego

mar. 4/15

9:45 pm-11:27 am

2 stops12h 42m

$586

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 8/24

12:35 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop11h 50m

San Diego

vie. 8/29

6:50 am-6:55 pm

2 stops11h 05m

$606

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 7/25

5:52 am-5:44 pm

1 stop12h 52m

$211

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 4/5

12:26 pm-7:41 am

2 stops20h 15m

$216

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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 March.
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 February 28, 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 marzo 3, 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 marzo 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,710 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,068 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,464 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,679 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

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 $298, 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 Copa Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $379 and $461, respectively. These flights start at 48% 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 Copa Airlines ($211), Spirit Airlines ($216), and United Airlines ($250).

  • 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 5 airlines flying from San José to San Diego

Discover the top 5 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 marzo 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$193Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$354Average$565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$398Average$523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$459Average$591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$498Average$603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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