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$173+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to San Francisco (SFO)

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 11/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — SFO
Nov 27 — Dec 41
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to San Francisco are usually found in September or October, booked 8 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

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This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/15:00 amSJO - SFO
1 stop9h 00mAvianca
Sat 11/811:10 pmSFO - SJO
1 stop10h 15mAvianca
Deal found 10/27$343
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2110:08 amSJO - SFO
1 stop15h 09mCopa Airlines
Mon 11/2412:36 amSFO - SJO
1 stop11h 17mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/28$371
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/45:00 amSJO - SFO
2 stops15h 47mAvianca
Sat 12/61:35 amSFO - SJO
1 stop10h 05mAvianca
Deal found 10/26$373
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Sun 11/93:05 pmSJO - SFO
1 stop8h 45mAvianca
Mon 11/241:20 pmSFO - SJO
1 stop8h 20mAvianca
Deal found 10/26$374
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/309:35 amSJO - SFO
1 stop14h 15mAvianca
Mon 11/37:25 amSFO - SJO
2 stops13h 50mAvianca
Deal found 10/26$377
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Sat 11/155:00 amSJO - SFO
2 stops15h 47mAvianca
Mon 11/171:20 pmSFO - SJO
1 stop8h 20mAvianca
Deal found 10/28$382
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/255:00 amSJO - SFO
1 stop9h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/42:13 pmSFO - SJO
2 stops33h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$383
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/48:10 amSJO - SFO
1 stop17h 07mCopa Airlines
Mon 12/812:36 amSFO - SJO
1 stop16h 01mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/28$391
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/152:01 pmSJO - SFO
1 stop11h 30mJetBlue
Tue 11/189:59 pmSFO - SJO
1 stop14h 53mJetBlue
Deal found 10/28$392
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/75:00 amSJO - SFO
1 stop9h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/135:45 amSFO - SJO
2 stops28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$394
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/35:00 amSJO - SFO
1 stop9h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/135:45 amSFO - SJO
2 stops28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$399

Cheap flight deals from San José to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$343
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$173
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$469

Good round-trip deal

$437 or less

Good one-way deal

$169 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San José Juan Santamaria Intl-San Francisco flight deals.
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From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to San Francisco
One-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($47 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to San Francisco.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to San Francisco.

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

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San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 12/5

5:49 am-11:17 pm

1 stop19h 28m

San Francisco

Sun 12/7

12:36 am-4:49 pm

2 stops14h 13m

$438

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/21

9:17 am-11:17 pm

2 stops16h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 11/26

12:36 am-9:56 pm

1 stop19h 20m

$459

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/9

4:09 am-11:20 pm

1 stop21h 11m

San Francisco

Mon 2/16

12:42 am-6:56 pm

1 stop16h 14m

$483

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/11

1:30 am-7:29 am

1 stop31h 59m

San Francisco

Thu 1/1

8:22 am-11:59 pm

1 stop13h 37m

$492

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/15

1:55 am-9:55 am

1 stop10h 00m

San Francisco

Thu 11/27

1:48 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop31h 40m

$506

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/15

4:08 am-11:17 pm

1 stop21h 09m

San Francisco

Wed 11/26

12:36 am-7:07 pm

1 stop16h 31m

$530

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/12

1:16 am-11:13 am

1 stop11h 57m

San Francisco

Mon 2/9

9:35 am-12:01 am

1 stop12h 26m

$534

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/25

2:15 pm-12:25 am

2 stops12h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 12/3

5:25 am-8:30 pm

2 stops13h 05m

$543

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/17

1:30 pm-8:10 pm

3 stops56h 40m

$197

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/6

9:35 am-9:50 pm

1 stop14h 15m

$205

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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 José to San Francisco in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 José-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San José-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 José-San Francisco 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 José to San Francisco

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San José to San Francisco is 8 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José to San Francisco?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to San Francisco (average of $250). Flying from San José to San Francisco in April is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 SFO?

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

It’s typically best to fly out from San José to San Francisco at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 29% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San José to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on October 26, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San José to San Francisco?

The best insider tips for San José to San Francisco flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San José to San Francisco trip
Airports
SJO

Leave for the airport with sufficient time to clear security. Arrive at least 3 hours before your flight.

Read more about SJOby Marisa Garcia
SFO

The least expensive way to travel between SFO and downtown San Francisco is on BART, taking about 40 minutes.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
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Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 Francisco. Reviews last updated October 28, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Copa Airlines, and United Airlines from San José to San Francisco 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.

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from San José to San Francisco?

    You will need to book a flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to San Francisco if you want to fly from San José to San Francisco. At least 6 different airlines have flights from Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) to San Francisco (SFO) on a regular basis. There is 1 flight to San Francisco from the San José airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from SJO to SFO to be around 6h 49m.

  • How popular is this San José to San Francisco flight route?

  • How long is the flight from San José to San Francisco?

    Departing from San José to San Francisco will take you 19h 28m. San José and San Francisco are separated by a distance of 3039 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José to San Francisco round-trip?

    Flying on Copa Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $253. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Avianca and JetBlue, with the lowest prices starting at $337 and $369, respectively. These flights start at 53% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San José to San Francisco?

    While on average a flight from San José to San Francisco is generally $425, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $132. When looking at the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $386 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San José to San Francisco?

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Panama City?

    Most Panama City visitors opt to spend their time at Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, and Panama Canal. Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway and Panama Canal are located about 13.2 mi, 14.7 mi, and 15.1 mi, respectively from Panama City Tocumen Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers in need of a car in Panama City can rent one for about $12 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San José to San Francisco flights?

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to San Francisco (average of $250). Flying from San José to San Francisco in April is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 6 airlines flying from San José to San Francisco

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$253Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$337Average$528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$369Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$392Average$714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$465Average$573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$593Average$746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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