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$57+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana to San Jose (SNA - SJC)

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 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — SJC
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Mon 3/31
Mon 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to San Jose are usually found in June or July, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to San Jose

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) 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 March 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$113
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$57
(Mytrip)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$319

Good round-trip deal

$292 or less

Good one-way deal

$159 or less
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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to San Jose
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to San Jose. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Mon 4/213:21 pmSNA - SJC
1 stop21h 48mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/282:04 pmSJC - SNA
1 stop7h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/24$113
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Tue 4/812:25 pmSNA - SJC
1 stop26h 34mFrontier
Fri 4/118:12 pmSJC - SNA
1 stop20h 49mFrontier
Deal found 3/25$191
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Fri 4/46:45 amSNA - SJC
1 stop12h 14mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/68:59 pmSJC - SNA
1 stop20h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Thu 4/171:15 pmSNA - SJC
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Sun 4/208:10 pmSJC - SNA
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 3/26$245
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Tue 4/152:20 pmSNA - SJC
2 stops8h 28mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/229:30 amSJC - SNA
1 stop12h 58mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/25$251

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana to San Jose 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 March 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to San Jose that are best for you.

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Santa AnaSan Jose

SNA - SJC

SNASJC

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 4/21

3:21 pm-1:09 pm

1 stop21h 48m

San Jose

Mon 4/28

2:04 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$113

Santa AnaSan Jose

SNA - SJC

SNASJC

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 4/8

12:25 pm-2:59 pm

1 stop26h 34m

San Jose

Fri 4/11

8:12 pm-5:01 pm

1 stop20h 49m

$191

Santa AnaSan Jose

SNA - SJC

SNASJC

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 5/12

6:45 am-10:00 am

1 stop3h 15m

San Jose

Thu 5/15

12:04 pm-11:28 am

1 stop23h 24m

$211

Santa AnaSan Jose

SNA - SJC

SNASJC

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 4/17

1:15 pm-2:35 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

San Jose

Sun 4/20

8:10 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$245

Santa AnaSan Jose

SNA - SJC

SNASJC

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 4/15

2:20 pm-10:48 pm

2 stops8h 28m

San Jose

Tue 4/22

9:30 am-10:28 pm

1 stop12h 58m

$251

Santa AnaSan Jose

SNA - SJC

SNASJC

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 4/15

3:58 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop6h 12m

San Jose

Sun 4/20

6:29 am-3:18 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$323

Santa AnaSan Jose

SNA - SJC

SNASJC

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 5/12

4:27 pm-3:33 pm

1 stop23h 06m

$57

Santa AnaSan Jose

SNA - SJC

SNASJC

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 6/25

12:01 pm-11:18 am

1 stop23h 17m

$101

Santa AnaSan Jose

SNA - SJC

SNASJC

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 5/19

4:20 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$123

Santa AnaSan Jose

SNA - SJC

SNASJC

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 7/5

6:53 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop3h 52m

$133

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Ana to San Jose in March.
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*2 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Santa Ana-San Jose flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Ana-San Jose flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Ana-San Jose flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana-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 Santa Ana-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 Santa Ana to San Jose

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Ana to San Jose

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Ana to San Jose. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Santa Ana to San Jose may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 46 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 Santa Ana to San Jose?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Santa Ana to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $363). 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 SNA to SJC?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana 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 March 26, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Santa Ana to San Jose is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 15% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Santa Ana to San Jose?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Ana to San Jose. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

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

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 March 26, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Santa Ana to San Jose, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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
9,795 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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
7,891 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,880 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,272 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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 Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to San Jose?

    Booking a flight from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) to San Jose (SJC) is your only option if you wish to fly from Santa Ana to San Jose. On a typical day, there are 6 flights from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to San Jose, all of which are around 1h 15m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 5 airlines when you book a flight from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to San Jose.

  • How popular is this Santa Ana to San Jose flight route?

    This flight path from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to San Jose was viewed by 2 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($113), Frontier ($191), and Southwest ($245) offers the cheapest pricing from Santa Ana to San Jose. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 59% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $57. Frontier flights start at $106 while deals on Southwest start at $123 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santa Ana to San Jose?

    While on average a flight from Santa Ana to San Jose is generally $323, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $122. When looking at the most popular route, (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - San Jose), you can expect to pay $95 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to San Jose?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Santa Ana to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $363). 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 Santa Ana to San Jose

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Santa Ana 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 March 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$27Average$62FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$64Average$123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$67Average$206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$78Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$260Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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