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$55+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to San Jose (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 5/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — SJC
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Thu 2/27
Thu 3/6
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to San Jose are usually found in September or August, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$111
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$55
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$407
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to San Jose
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to San Jose. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 22, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/147:00 amBWI - SJC
1 stop7h 58mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/2112:53 pmSJC - BWI
1 stop8h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/21$111
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/146:00 pmDCA - SJC
1 stop24h 03mFrontier
Mon 3/174:03 pmSJC - DCA
1 stop26h 56mFrontier
Deal found 2/21$177
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/1412:30 pmBWI - SJC
1 stop29h 33mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/177:54 pmSJC - BWI
2 stops15h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$212
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Thu 3/137:43 amIAD - SJC
1 stop9h 11mDelta
Mon 3/176:25 pmSJC - IAD
1 stop8h 54mDelta
Deal found 2/21$263
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/245:30 pmIAD - SJC
1 stop8h 18mAlaska Airlines
Wed 3/266:15 amSJC - IAD
1 stop7h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/22$277
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/188:00 amDCA - SJC
1 stop8h 51mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/187:20 pmSJC - DCA
1 stop8h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$277
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/62:09 pmIAD - SJC
2 stops11h 13mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/1312:17 pmSJC - IAD
1 stop7h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$282
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Tue 3/186:59 amDCA - SJC
2 stops10h 51mDelta
Tue 3/187:39 pmSJC - DCA
2 stops10h 11mDelta
Deal found 2/21$287
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/38:00 amDCA - SJC
1 stop9h 26mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/48:12 pmSJC - DCA
2 stops12h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$304
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/243:44 pmIAD - SJC
1 stop8h 06mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/266:26 pmSJC - IAD
1 stop7h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Wed 3/1212:28 pmBWI - SJC
2 stops12h 41mDelta
Wed 3/192:34 pmSJC - BWI
2 stops12h 20mDelta
Deal found 2/21$326
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/118:00 amDCA - SJC
1 stop9h 11mAlaska Airlines
Thu 3/139:03 amSJC - DCA
1 stop8h 56mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/21$359

Find flights from Washington, D.C. to San Jose within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 February 22, 2025.

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Washington, D.C.

Fly to

San Jose

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreSan Jose

BWI - SJC

BWISJC

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 5/14

7:00 am-11:58 am

1 stop7h 58m

San Jose

Wed 5/21

12:53 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$111

Washington, D.C.San Jose

DCA - SJC

DCASJC

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 3/14

6:00 pm-3:03 pm

1 stop24h 03m

San Jose

Mon 3/17

4:03 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop26h 56m

$177

BaltimoreSan Jose

BWI - SJC

BWISJC

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 3/14

12:30 pm-3:03 pm

1 stop29h 33m

San Jose

Mon 3/17

7:54 pm-2:18 pm

2 stops15h 24m

$212

Washington, D.C.San Jose

IAD - SJC

IADSJC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/13

7:43 am-1:54 pm

1 stop9h 11m

San Jose

Mon 3/17

6:25 pm-6:19 am

1 stop8h 54m

$263

Washington, D.C.San Jose

IAD - SJC

IADSJC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/24

5:30 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop8h 18m

San Jose

Wed 3/26

6:15 am-4:58 pm

1 stop7h 43m

$277

Washington, D.C.San Jose

DCA - SJC

DCASJC

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/18

8:00 am-1:51 pm

1 stop8h 51m

San Jose

Tue 3/18

7:20 pm-7:00 am

1 stop8h 40m

$277

Washington, D.C.San Jose

DCA - SJC

DCASJC

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/18

6:59 am-2:50 pm

2 stops10h 51m

San Jose

Tue 3/18

7:39 pm-8:50 am

2 stops10h 11m

$287

Washington, D.C.San Jose

DCA - SJC

DCASJC

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 4/3

8:00 am-2:26 pm

1 stop9h 26m

San Jose

Fri 4/4

8:12 pm-12:04 pm

2 stops12h 52m

$304

Washington, D.C.San Jose

IAD - SJC

IADSJC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/24

3:44 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop8h 06m

San Jose

Mon 5/26

6:26 pm-5:15 am

1 stop7h 49m

$309

Washington, D.C.San Jose

IAD - SJC

IADSJC

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/12

6:18 am-1:51 pm

1 stop10h 33m

San Jose

Wed 3/19

6:00 am-10:14 pm

2 stops13h 14m

$323

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ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Washington, D.C.-San Jose flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-San Jose flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-San Jose flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C.-San Jose 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 Washington, D.C. to San Jose

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Jose?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to San Jose. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. to San Jose 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 Washington, D.C. to San Jose?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Washington, D.C. to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $371). 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 WAS to SJC?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 February 22, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Jose in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 61% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Jose?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to San Jose. Price data was last updated on February 16, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to San Jose flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons 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 February 22, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Washington, D.C. to San Jose. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,702 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,314 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,754 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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 Washington, D.C. 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 airport do you fly into for flights to San Jose from Washington, D.C.?

    San Jose (SJC) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Jose. You should not have trouble finding flights to San Jose from Washington, D.C.; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights to the San Jose airport from Washington, D.C.. It is only a 2.9 mi journey from San Jose (SJC) to San Jose’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to San Jose round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Washington, D.C. to San Jose round-trip from $111. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $177, and Delta, from $263. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 71% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Jose one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $55. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Washington, D.C. to San Jose for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to San Jose?

    The most popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. to San Jose are Baltimore/Washington - San Jose, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - San Jose and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - San Jose.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to San Jose that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to San Jose?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to San Jose?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to San Jose?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Washington, D.C. to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $371). 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 7 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to San Jose

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 February 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$63Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$158Average$215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$206Average$503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$245Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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