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$29+ Cheap flights from San Diego to San Jose (SAN - SJC)

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Dec 28 — Jan 41
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The best prices from San Diego to San Jose are usually found in October or August, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to San Jose

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to San Jose (SJC). 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 December 23, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$65
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$29
(Booking.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$137
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-San Jose flight deals.
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to San Jose
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This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/304:42 pmSAN - SJC
Nonstop1h 23mSpirit Airlines
Sat 1/48:43 amSJC - SAN
Nonstop1h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/21$78
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/257:16 pmSAN - SJC
1 stop12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/27:26 pmSJC - SAN
1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$173
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/309:50 amSAN - SJC
1 stop6h 50mFrontier
Tue 12/317:26 pmSJC - SAN
1 stop13h 50mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$329
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Mon 12/238:59 pmSAN - SJC
Nonstop1h 37mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/62:51 pmSJC - SAN
Nonstop1h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/23$333
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/305:10 pmSAN - SJC
1 stop6h 49mDelta
Sat 1/49:45 amSJC - SAN
1 stop5h 41mDelta
Deal found 12/21$337

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SAN - SJC

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Wed 1/8

12:46 pm-2:13 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

San Jose

Mon 1/13

5:09 pm-6:31 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

$65

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SAN - SJC

SANSJC

San Diego

Fri 1/24

10:40 am-4:29 pm

1 stop5h 49m

San Jose

Sat 2/1

4:38 pm-5:59 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

$83

San DiegoSan Jose

SAN - SJC

SANSJC

San Diego

Tue 2/25

9:17 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

San Jose

Wed 2/26

6:15 am-7:40 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$97

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SAN - SJC

SANSJC

San Diego

Thu 1/9

10:35 am-4:23 pm

1 stop5h 48m

San Jose

Thu 1/16

1:11 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop10h 41m

$100

San DiegoSan Jose

SAN - SJC

SANSJC

San Diego

Fri 1/24

9:00 am-10:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

San Jose

Sat 2/1

7:20 am-8:45 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$108

San DiegoSan Jose

SAN - SJC

SANSJC

San Diego

Tue 2/25

5:45 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop4h 56m

San Jose

Thu 2/27

5:02 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop5h 49m

$176

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SAN - SJC

SANSJC

San Diego

Tue 1/21

2:10 pm-3:43 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$29

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SAN - SJC

SANSJC

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Tue 2/18

9:17 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

$49

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SAN - SJC

SANSJC

San Diego

Sun 1/26

9:48 pm-7:44 am

1 stop9h 56m

$56

San DiegoSan Jose

SAN - SJC

SANSJC

San Diego

Wed 3/26

7:00 am-8:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$59

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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 Diego to San Jose in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 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 Diego-San Jose flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-San Jose flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-San Jose flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-San Jose 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 Diego-San Jose 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 Diego to San Jose

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Jose from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to San Jose

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to San Jose?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to San Jose. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to San Jose is 78 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to San Jose?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from San Diego to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $375). 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 SAN to SJC?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to San Jose. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Diego to San Jose is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 49% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to San Jose?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to San Jose. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to San Jose flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to San Jose

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to San Jose. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

The most flights from SAN to SJC are scheduled on a Friday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in San Jose by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Jose ranges from 0.0 - 3.1 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Jose when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Jose by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Jose, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Jose

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Jose. 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 Jose. Reviews last updated December 23, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Frontier, Delta and Spirit Airlines from San Diego to San Jose. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
9,549 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

6.3
Okay
8,113 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

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 Diego to San Jose. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from San Diego to San Jose?

    You will need to book a flight from San Diego to San Jose if you want to fly from San Diego to San Jose. At least 5 different airlines have flights from San Diego (SAN) to San Jose (SJC) on a regular basis. There are 17 flights to San Jose from the San Diego airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from SAN to SJC to be around 1h 23m.

  • How popular is this San Diego to San Jose flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to San Jose round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Diego to San Jose round-trip from $65. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Alaska Airlines, from $97, and Frontier, from $100. You may be able to fly from San Diego to San Jose for 46% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to San Jose one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $29 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $49 and Frontier from $56 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Diego to San Jose?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Diego to San Jose are Frontier (81%), Southwest (81%) and Spirit Airlines (76%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to San Jose?

    The cheapest flight price from San Diego to San Jose is $26. On average you can expect to pay $139. The most popular route, (San Diego - San Jose), can usually be booked for $55.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to San Jose 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 Diego to San Jose?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from San Diego to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $375). 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 Diego to San Jose

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to San Jose. 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 December 23, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$34Average$77FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$50Average$108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$100Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$116Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$229Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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