$230+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to San Francisco (SFO)
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 5/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to San Francisco are usually found in August or October, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Monday
Cheap flight deals from San José to San Francisco
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 abril 17, 2025.
Most accurate provider | AranGrant 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | AranGrant 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $437 (Alaska Airlines) |
One-way from | $230 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | April |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $555 |
Good round-trip deal | $438 or less |
Good one-way deal | $194 or less |
Find flight deals from San José to San Francisco
Cheapest flights from San José to San FranciscoExplore the most affordable flight options available from San José to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 17, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 17, 2025.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
San JoséSan Francisco
SJO - SFO
SJOSFO
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
vie. 5/16
1:06 am-9:37 pm
2 stops21h 31m
San Francisco
mar. 6/3
8:39 am-11:46 pm
2 stops14h 07m
San JoséSan Francisco
SJO - SFO
SJOSFO
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
mar. 5/13
1:12 am-12:53 pm
1 stop12h 41m
San Francisco
jue. 6/5
12:05 am-11:15 am
1 stop10h 10m
San JoséSan Francisco
SJO - SFO
SJOSFO
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
vie. 5/2
1:00 pm-12:08 am
1 stop12h 08m
San Francisco
sáb. 5/24
10:59 pm-11:55 am
1 stop11h 56m
San JoséSan Francisco
SJO - SFO
SJOSFO
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
sáb. 5/17
5:05 am-12:35 pm
1 stop8h 30m
San Francisco
lun. 5/19
12:05 am-8:40 am
1 stop7h 35m
San JoséSan Francisco
SJO - SFO
SJOSFO
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
mar. 6/17
8:45 am-11:30 pm
2 stops15h 45m
San Francisco
mar. 6/24
5:10 am-7:40 pm
2 stops13h 30m
San JoséSan Francisco
SJO - SFO
SJOSFO
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
mar. 5/27
2:29 pm-11:40 pm
1 stop10h 11m
San Francisco
mié. 6/4
10:55 am-9:53 pm
1 stop9h 58m
San JoséSan Francisco
SJO - SFO
SJOSFO
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
vie. 5/16
12:28 pm-3:17 pm
3 stops27h 49m
San JoséSan Francisco
SJO - SFO
SJOSFO
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
jue. 5/29
1:00 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop11h 59m
San JoséSan Francisco
SJO - SFO
SJOSFO
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
mar. 5/6
10:10 am-10:45 pm
2 stops13h 35m
San JoséSan Francisco
SJO - SFO
SJOSFO
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
mié. 5/14
1:06 am-4:05 pm
1 stop15h 59m
Compare providers for flights from San José to San Francisco
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San José to San Francisco in April.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*1 star |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San José, San José Province-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on San José, San José Province-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José, San José Province-San Francisco 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 Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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 Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from San José to San Francisco
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from San José with our price prediction graph.
Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to San Francisco
How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to San Francisco?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.
The price you pay for your flight from San José, San José Province to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 77 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to San Francisco?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from San José, San José Province to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 SFO?
Find hourly flight availability from San José to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated abril 17, 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from San José, San José Province to San Francisco at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 46% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San José, San José Province to San Francisco?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San José to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José, San José Province to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Rainfall in San Francisco by month
Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.
Temperature in San Francisco by month
Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).
Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 Francisco. Reviews last updated abril 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Copa Airlines from San José to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Top 7 airlines flying from San José to San Francisco
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$301 | Average$550 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$318 | Average$483 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$321 | Average$421 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$340 | Average$462 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$351 | Average$643 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$369 | Average$485 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$373 | Average$668 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% |