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$60+ Cheap flights from San Jose (SJC) to Irvine, CA

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SJC — LAX
Aug 5 — Aug 121
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Jose to Irvine are usually found in October or December, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Irvine

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Jose to Irvine flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$108
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$60
(CheapOair)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$177
From San Jose to Irvine
One-way flight from San Jose to Irvine
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 35% potential increase in price ($76 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Irvine
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Irvine. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/47:53 pmSJC - LAX
Nonstop1h 19mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 10/149:22 pmLAX - SJC
Nonstop1h 24mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/29$108
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Thu 9/46:00 amSJC - LAX
1 stop4h 46mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/67:40 pmLAX - SJC
1 stop4h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/30$111
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2711:14 amSJC - LAX
Nonstop1h 26mDelta
Wed 9/33:51 pmLAX - SJC
Nonstop1h 13mDelta
Deal found 7/28$117
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/126:00 amSJC - LAX
1 stop4h 46mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/198:31 amLAX - SJC
Nonstop1h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$128
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sat 8/303:10 pmSJC - LAX
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Tue 9/23:20 pmLAX - SJC
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 7/30$147
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/263:00 pmSJC - LAX
Nonstop1h 27mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/18:31 amLAX - SJC
Nonstop1h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/28$156

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

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Irvine

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Return

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San JoseLos Angeles

SJC - LAX

SJCLAX

San Jose

Sat 10/4

7:53 pm-9:12 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/14

9:22 pm-10:46 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

$108

San JoseLos Angeles

SJC - LAX

SJCLAX

San Jose

Thu 9/4

6:00 am-10:46 am

1 stop4h 46m

Los Angeles

Sat 9/6

7:40 pm-12:24 am

1 stop4h 44m

$111

San JoseLos Angeles

SJC - LAX

SJCLAX

San Jose

Wed 8/27

11:14 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/3

3:51 pm-5:04 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

$117

San JoseLos Angeles

SJC - LAX

SJCLAX

San Jose

Fri 9/12

6:00 am-10:46 am

1 stop4h 46m

Los Angeles

Fri 9/19

8:31 am-9:58 am

Nonstop1h 27m

$128

San JoseLos Angeles

SJC - LAX

SJCLAX

San Jose

Sat 8/30

3:10 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/2

3:20 pm-4:35 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$147

San JoseLos Angeles

SJC - LAX

SJCLAX

San Jose

Tue 8/26

3:00 pm-4:27 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/1

8:31 am-9:58 am

Nonstop1h 27m

$156

San JoseLos Angeles

SJC - LAX

SJCLAX

San Jose

Thu 9/4

6:35 am-10:56 am

1 stop4h 21m

$60

San JoseLos Angeles

SJC - LAX

SJCLAX

San Jose

Tue 9/2

3:00 pm-4:27 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

$61

San JoseLos Angeles

SJC - LAX

SJCLAX

San Jose

Thu 9/4

6:15 am-7:49 am

Nonstop1h 34m

$66

San JoseLos Angeles

SJC - LAX

SJCLAX

San Jose

Sun 9/7

9:47 am-3:03 pm

1 stop5h 16m

$80

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Deals found on 7/31

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Best time to book a flight from San Jose to Irvine

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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Jose to Irvine?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Jose to Irvine. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

Booking 82 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Jose to Irvine. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose to Irvine?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Irvine (average of $246). Flying from San Jose to Irvine in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 IR9?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose to Irvine. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Jose to Irvine?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Jose to Irvine. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Jose to Irvine flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons 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.

Weekly flight availability from San Jose to Irvine

Explore weekly flight availability from San Jose to Irvine. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

The most flights from SJC to IR9 are scheduled on a Thursday (67 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (28 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Irvine

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Irvine. 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 Irvine. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from San Jose to Irvine 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.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Jose to Irvine?

    San Jose (SJC) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Jose to Irvine. You should not have trouble finding flights to Irvine from San Jose; the airport handles an average of 50 outbound flights to Irvine per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 8 airlines have flights from the San Jose airport to Irvine. It is only a 2.9 mi journey to San Jose (SJC) from San Jose’s city center.

  • How popular is this San Jose to Irvine flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Jose to Irvine one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $60. Users have also found prices from $61 and $66 on Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Jose to Irvine?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Jose to Irvine are Finnair (100%), China Eastern (98%) and Air France (98%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Jose to Irvine?

    While on average a flight from San Jose to Irvine is generally $1,400, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $58. When looking at the most popular route, (San Jose - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $78 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose to Irvine 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 to Irvine?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Irvine (average of $246). Flying from San Jose to Irvine in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 8 airlines flying from San Jose to Irvine

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Jose to Irvine. 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$19Average$98FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$24Average$94FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$57Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$64Average$193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$87Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$88Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$115Average$272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$133Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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