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$132+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to California

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 9/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — LAX
Sep 2 — Sep 91
Tue 9/2
Tue 9/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San José to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San José to California flight deals. Data was last updated August 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$217
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$132
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$404

Good round-trip deal

$338 or less

Good one-way deal

$194 or less
From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to California
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Cheapest flights from San José to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 28, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Tue 9/98:37 amSJO - SMF
1 stop25h 48mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/292:31 pmSMF - SJO
1 stop15h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/28$217
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/108:37 amSJO - SMF
1 stop16h 06mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/242:30 pmSMF - SJO
1 stop15h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/27$226
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Thu 12/256:30 amSJO - SMF
1 stop18h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/87:00 amSMF - SJO
1 stop27h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/27$239
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Tue 9/169:35 amSJO - ONT
1 stop13h 20mAvianca
Thu 10/211:25 pmONT - SJO
1 stop13h 05mAvianca
Deal found 8/27$262
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/113:05 pmSJO - ONT
1 stop7h 50mAvianca
Sat 9/2011:25 pmONT - SJO
1 stop18h 20mAvianca
Deal found 8/28$265
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/912:19 pmSJO - LAS
1 stop9h 44mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/3010:09 pmLAS - SJO
1 stop12h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/26$266
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/108:37 amSJO - ONT
1 stop28h 36mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/146:04 amONT - SJO
1 stop12h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/27$267
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Tue 9/912:19 pmSJO - LAS
1 stop9h 44mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/1610:09 pmLAS - SJO
1 stop12h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/26$269
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Thu 8/285:05 amSJO - ONT
1 stop17h 50mAvianca
Thu 9/411:25 pmONT - SJO
1 stop10h 50mAvianca
Deal found 8/27$275
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Fri 10/108:37 amSJO - SMF
1 stop26h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/196:00 amSMF - SJO
2 stops29h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/27$275
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Thu 9/48:37 amSJO - SAN
1 stop26h 38mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/118:11 pmSAN - SJO
1 stop10h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/28$276
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Mon 9/88:37 amSJO - ONT
1 stop10h 00mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/186:04 amONT - SJO
1 stop12h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/27$276

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to California 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 August 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to California that are best for you.

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San José

Fly to

California

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Return

Price

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/4

2:20 pm-9:46 am

2 stops21h 26m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 11/13

2:26 pm-11:25 am

2 stops18h 59m

$217

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/9

8:37 am-9:25 am

1 stop25h 48m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/29

4:07 pm-12:26 pm

2 stops19h 19m

$217

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/10

8:37 am-10:22 am

1 stop26h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/18

2:31 pm-7:37 pm

2 stops28h 06m

$217

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/10

8:37 am-11:43 pm

1 stop16h 06m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/24

2:30 pm-7:15 am

1 stop15h 45m

$226

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/25

6:30 am-9:50 am

2 stops29h 20m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/8

4:35 pm-12:56 pm

2 stops18h 21m

$230

San JoséOntario

SJO - ONT

SJOONT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/11

3:05 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Ontario

Tue 10/7

11:25 pm-11:15 am

1 stop10h 50m

$262

San JoséOntario

SJO - ONT

SJOONT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/16

9:35 am-9:55 pm

1 stop13h 20m

Ontario

Thu 10/2

11:25 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop13h 05m

$262

San JoséOntario

SJO - ONT

SJOONT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/16

9:35 am-9:55 pm

1 stop13h 20m

Ontario

Tue 9/23

11:25 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop13h 05m

$262

San JoséOntario

SJO - ONT

SJOONT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/30

9:35 am-9:55 pm

1 stop13h 20m

Ontario

Tue 10/7

11:25 pm-11:15 am

1 stop10h 50m

$262

San JoséOntario

SJO - ONT

SJOONT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/2

9:35 am-9:55 pm

1 stop13h 20m

Ontario

Tue 10/7

11:25 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop13h 05m

$262

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to California (average of $246). Flying from San José, San José Province to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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 SJO to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 28, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated August 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines from San José to California have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

PDX - SJC

They had no snacks and had to pay for the Wifi.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

PDX - SJC

They had no snacks and had to pay for the Wifi.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

PDX - SJC

They had no snacks and had to pay for the Wifi.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,944 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

PDX - SJC

They had no snacks and had to pay for the Wifi.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,420 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

PDX - SJC

They had no snacks and had to pay for the Wifi.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San José to California?

    For a flight from San José to California, you will be flying from Juan Santamaria Intl. San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is just 8.8 mi from the center of the city.

  • How popular is this San José, San José Province to California flight route?

    The San José Juan Santamaria Intl to California flight path was viewed by 12 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from San José, San José Province to California?

    Departing from San José, San José Province to California will take you 7h 50m. There are 2685 mi between San José, San José Province and California. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $132. However, be on the lookout for offers from Viva and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San José, San José Province to California for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from San José, San José Province to California?

    The most popular flight routes from San José, San José Province to California are San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Los Angeles, San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl and San José Juan Santamaria Intl - San Francisco.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San José, San José Province to California?

    Before booking your flight to California from San José, San José Province, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: United Airlines (100%), American Airlines (95%), Alaska Airlines( 95%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San José, San José Province to California?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San José, San José Province to California? While on average our users pay $351, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $172. The most popular route (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Los Angeles), is priced around $229.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to California (average of $246). Flying from San José, San José Province to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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 10 airlines flying from San José to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San José to California. 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 August 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$105Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$135Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$184Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$185Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$204Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$208Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$215Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$219Average$580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$309Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$337Average$541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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