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$180+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to San José (SJO)

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 6/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — SJO
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in January or October, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

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Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$339
(Priceline)

One-way from

$180
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$632
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/1410:41 amSMF - SJO
2 stops22h 46mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/2112:28 pmSJO - SMF
2 stops22h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/16$339
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Wed 5/147:37 pmSMF - SJO
3 stops37h 37mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/2112:28 pmSJO - SMF
2 stops22h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$380
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.
Thu 5/86:50 pmSMF - SJO
2 stops28h 02mAlaska Airlines
Mon 5/191:06 amSJO - SMF
2 stops23h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/17$408
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Wed 5/145:15 amSMF - SJO
2 stops13h 22mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/211:30 pmSJO - SMF
1 stop10h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$421
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/146:00 amSMF - SJO
2 stops15h 17mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/236:03 amSJO - SMF
1 stop18h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$425
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/510:00 pmSMF - SJO
1 stop12h 55mDelta
Sat 5/177:25 amSJO - SMF
1 stop11h 01mDelta
Deal found 4/16$431
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 7/245:00 amSMF - SJO
2 stops13h 40mSouthwest
Fri 8/18:45 amSJO - SMF
2 stops15h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 4/16$611

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to San José that are best for you.

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Price

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/14

10:41 am-10:27 am

2 stops22h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/21

12:28 pm-9:46 am

2 stops22h 18m

$339

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/14

7:37 pm-10:14 am

3 stops37h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/21

12:28 pm-9:46 am

2 stops22h 18m

$380

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/8

6:50 pm-11:52 pm

2 stops28h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/19

1:06 am-11:06 pm

2 stops23h 00m

$408

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/14

5:15 am-7:37 pm

2 stops13h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/21

1:30 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop10h 15m

$421

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/14

6:00 am-10:17 pm

2 stops15h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/23

6:03 am-11:14 pm

1 stop18h 11m

$425

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/5

10:00 pm-11:55 am

1 stop12h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/17

7:25 am-5:26 pm

1 stop11h 01m

$431

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Thu 7/24

5:00 am-7:40 pm

2 stops13h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/1

8:45 am-11:00 pm

2 stops15h 15m

$611

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/17

2:37 pm-11:17 am

2 stops19h 40m

$180

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Sat 4/26

5:30 pm-6:10 am

1 stop11h 40m

$204

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/18

6:13 am-10:17 pm

1 stop15h 04m

$229

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Compare providers for flights from Sacramento to San José

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 Sacramento to San José in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust 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 Sacramento-San José, San José Province flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-San José, San José Province flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-San José, San José Province flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-San José, San José Province 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 Sacramento-San José, San José Province 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 Sacramento to San José

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San José from Sacramento with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to San José

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sacramento to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to San José. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sacramento to San José, San José Province, you should look to book at least 78 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Sacramento to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 SMF to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 28% on flights from Sacramento to San José, San José Province by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sacramento to San José, San José Province?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to San José, San José Province flight should consider departing on Monday 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 José by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San José by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April 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 64.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 José. Reviews last updated April 17, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Sacramento to San José, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento to San José. 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 Sacramento to San José, San José Province round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Sacramento to San José, San José Province is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $339 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, starting at $408 and $421 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 50% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sacramento to San José, San José Province one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Sacramento to San José, San José Province are Spirit Airlines ($180), Delta ($204), and American Airlines ($229).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to San José that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to San José?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sacramento to San José?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to San José 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 Sacramento to San José, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Sacramento to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 Sacramento to San José

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to San José. 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 April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$226Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$450Average$665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$455Average$638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$472Average$734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$508Average$692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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