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$222+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA to Dayton (SJC - DAY)

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 11/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — DAY
Nov 21 — Nov 281
Fri 11/21
Fri 11/28
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Dayton. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 22, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 12/96:35 amSJC - DAY
1 stop8h 12mDelta
Sat 12/134:16 pmDAY - SJC
1 stop9h 39mDelta
Deal found 10/21$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 11/512:40 pmSJC - DAY
1 stop7h 04mDelta
Sun 11/94:10 pmDAY - SJC
1 stop9h 46mDelta
Deal found 10/21$369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Thu 11/612:30 pmSJC - DAY
1 stop6h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/98:55 amDAY - SJC
1 stop7h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/21$401
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Sat 11/812:40 pmSJC - DAY
1 stop7h 04mDelta
Mon 11/104:10 pmDAY - SJC
1 stop9h 46mDelta
Deal found 10/21$404
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Tue 11/412:30 pmSJC - DAY
1 stop6h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/112:10 pmDAY - SJC
1 stop7h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/21$439
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Fri 11/712:30 pmSJC - DAY
1 stop6h 45mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/85:50 pmDAY - SJC
1 stop7h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/21$469
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 11/67:00 amSJC - DAY
2 stops12h 44mDelta
Sun 11/94:10 pmDAY - SJC
1 stop9h 46mDelta
Deal found 10/21$493
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Fri 11/712:30 pmSJC - DAY
1 stop6h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/95:50 pmDAY - SJC
1 stop7h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/21$514
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Tue 11/1112:30 pmSJC - DAY
1 stop6h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/122:10 pmDAY - SJC
1 stop7h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/21$543

Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Dayton

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) to Dayton (DAY). 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 October 22, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$309
(Delta)

One-way from

$222
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$470
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose to Dayton 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 October 22, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Dayton that are best for you.

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SJC - DAY

SJCDAY

San Jose

Tue 12/9

6:35 am-5:47 pm

1 stop8h 12m

Dayton

Sat 12/13

4:16 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop9h 39m

$309

San JoseDayton

SJC - DAY

SJCDAY

San Jose

Sat 2/21

10:30 pm-10:38 am

1 stop9h 08m

Dayton

Wed 2/25

11:05 am-9:06 pm

2 stops13h 01m

$314

San JoseDayton

SJC - DAY

SJCDAY

San Jose

Wed 11/5

12:40 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Dayton

Sun 11/9

4:10 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop9h 46m

$369

San JoseDayton

SJC - DAY

SJCDAY

San Jose

Thu 11/6

12:30 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Dayton

Sun 11/9

8:55 am-1:42 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$401

San JoseDayton

SJC - DAY

SJCDAY

San Jose

Sat 11/8

12:40 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Dayton

Sun 11/9

4:10 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop9h 46m

$404

San JoseDayton

SJC - DAY

SJCDAY

San Jose

Wed 11/12

6:25 am-5:47 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$222

San JoseDayton

SJC - DAY

SJCDAY

San Jose

Sat 11/8

12:40 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$304

San JoseDayton

SJC - DAY

SJCDAY

San Jose

Wed 11/5

12:40 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$304

San JoseDayton

SJC - DAY

SJCDAY

San Jose

Tue 11/4

12:40 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$304

San JoseDayton

SJC - DAY

SJCDAY

San Jose

Tue 10/28

12:40 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$412

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Deals found on 10/20

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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 San Jose to Dayton in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 San Jose, California-Dayton flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Jose, California-Dayton flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Jose, California-Dayton flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose, California-Dayton 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 San Jose, California-Dayton flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Jose to Dayton

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose, California to Dayton?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Dayton (average of $128). Flying from San Jose, California to Dayton in December is currently the most expensive (average of $272). 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 SJC to DAY?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose to Dayton. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 22, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Jose, California to Dayton in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 12% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Dayton

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dayton. 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 Dayton. Reviews last updated October 22, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San Jose to Dayton to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,981 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Delta
7.9
Good
7,981 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,981 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,988 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,981 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,029 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,981 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Jose to Dayton. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from San Jose, California to Dayton?

    A quick flight from San Jose, California to Dayton can take about 8h 12m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $309. The distance between San Jose, California and Dayton is about 2026 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Jose, California to Dayton round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Jose, California to Dayton round-trip from $206. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $337, and American Airlines, from $417. Delta is currently priced 59% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose to Dayton 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 Jose, California to Dayton?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Dayton (average of $128). Flying from San Jose, California to Dayton in December is currently the most expensive (average of $272). 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 3 airlines flying from San Jose to Dayton

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Jose to Dayton. 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 October 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$206Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$337Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$417Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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