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Cheap flights from San Francisco to San José from £153

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 24/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SJO
3 Apr — 10 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to San José (SJO). 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 29 March 2025.

Round-trip from

£317

One-way from

£153

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£449
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 29/4-12/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 58m total
  • San Francisco to San José
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JetBlue
  • JetBlue
  • 24/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 30m total
  • San Francisco to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price (£95 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease (£24 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 March 2025.

Tue 29/413:35SFO - SJO
1 stop9h 17mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/501:12SJO - SFO
1 stop12h 41mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 28/3£317
Tue 13/522:59SFO - SJO
1 stop11h 56mJetBlue
Tue 20/513:00SJO - SFO
1 stop11h 59mJetBlue
Deal found 28/3£328
Fri 16/501:37SFO - SJO
1 stop11h 17mCopa Airlines
Sat 24/504:10SJO - SFO
1 stop20h 30mCopa Airlines
Deal found 28/3£414
Fri 18/406:05SFO - SJO
2 stops12h 35mSouthwest
Wed 23/408:45SJO - SFO
2 stops15h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 29/3£461

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Customise your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to San José 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2025.
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San Francisco

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San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Tue 29/4

13:35-23:52

1 stop9h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/5

01:12-12:53

1 stop12h 41m

£317

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Tue 13/5

22:59-11:55

1 stop11h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 20/5

13:00-23:59

1 stop11h 59m

£328

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Fri 16/5

01:37-13:54

1 stop11h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 24/5

04:10-23:40

1 stop20h 30m

£414

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Fri 18/4

06:05-19:40

2 stops12h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 23/4

08:45-22:55

2 stops15h 10m

£461

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Sun 1/6

23:34-07:15

Nonstop6h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/6

08:45-14:34

Nonstop6h 49m

£480

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Tue 24/6

21:25-11:55

1 stop13h 30m

£153

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Tue 27/5

08:00-23:46

2 stops14h 46m

£167

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Thu 3/4

14:20-23:35

1 stop8h 15m

£195

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Thu 17/4

05:10-19:40

2 stops13h 30m

£232

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Mon 23/6

23:34-07:15

Nonstop6h 41m

£519

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Deals found on 28/3

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to San José

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from San Francisco to San José. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to San José, San José Province may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 39 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 Francisco to San José, San José Province?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to San José, San José Province (average of £769). Flying from San Francisco to San José, San José Province in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,101). 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 SFO to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 29 March 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to San José, San José Province, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 - 300.0 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 300.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

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 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

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 29 March 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Copa Airlines from San Francisco to San José. 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
4,273 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

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
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

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
9,797 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,273 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,398 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,273 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,609 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,273 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,922 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,273 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco to San José, San José Province round-trip?

    According to our current data, Alaska Airlines (£317), JetBlue (£328), and Copa Airlines (£414) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to San José, San José Province. Users have found that Alaska Airlines is 27% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £153 on JetBlue. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from £167 and Avianca from £195 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to San José, San José Province (average of £769). Flying from San Francisco to San José, San José Province in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,101). 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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