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$218+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to San Francisco (SFO)

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SJO — SFO
Aug 3 — Aug 101
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to San Francisco are usually found in October or August, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$414
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$218
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$588

Good round-trip deal

$383 or less

Good one-way deal

$184 or less
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. 2% potential increase in price ($12 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to San Francisco.
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Cheapest flights from San José to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This Copa 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/2510:57 amSJO - SFO
1 stop13h 42mCopa Airlines
Mon 9/151:30 amSFO - SJO
1 stop11h 24mCopa Airlines
Deal found 7/28$414
This Rumbo 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 Rumbo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/271:00 pmSJO - SFO
1 stop11h 40mJetBlue
Wed 9/311:00 pmSFO - SJO
1 stop11h 55mJetBlue
Deal found 7/28$415
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/116:00 amSJO - SFO
1 stop17h 54mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/155:45 amSFO - SJO
1 stop11h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$418
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.
Thu 10/96:30 amSJO - SFO
1 stop18h 28mAlaska Airlines
Sat 11/19:45 pmSFO - SJO
2 stops25h 53mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/28$425
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/115:05 amSJO - SFO
1 stop8h 30mAvianca
Mon 9/222:20 pmSFO - SJO
1 stop8h 15mAvianca
Deal found 7/26$452
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/38:50 amSJO - SFO
2 stops13h 35mSouthwest
Wed 9/105:55 amSFO - SJO
2 stops12h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$467
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 9/123:05 pmSJO - SFO
2 stops19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/195:50 amSFO - SJO
1 stop12h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$470

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Depart

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Price

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/25

10:57 am-11:39 pm

1 stop13h 42m

San Francisco

Mon 9/15

1:30 am-1:54 pm

1 stop11h 24m

$414

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/27

1:00 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop11h 40m

San Francisco

Wed 9/3

11:00 pm-11:55 am

1 stop11h 55m

$415

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/11

6:00 am-10:54 pm

1 stop17h 54m

San Francisco

Mon 9/15

5:45 am-5:57 pm

1 stop11h 12m

$418

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/9

6:30 am-11:58 pm

1 stop18h 28m

San Francisco

Sat 11/1

9:45 pm-12:38 am

2 stops25h 53m

$425

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/11

3:05 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop8h 40m

San Francisco

Sun 9/21

12:05 am-11:15 am

1 stop10h 10m

$452

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/3

8:50 am-9:25 pm

2 stops13h 35m

San Francisco

Wed 9/10

5:55 am-6:55 pm

2 stops12h 00m

$467

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/12

3:05 pm-9:50 am

2 stops19h 45m

San Francisco

Fri 9/19

5:50 am-7:04 pm

1 stop12h 14m

$470

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/9

6:30 am-11:58 pm

1 stop18h 28m

$218

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/16

6:00 am-8:55 pm

2 stops15h 55m

$224

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/18

12:18 pm-11:39 pm

3 stops36h 21m

$228

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Best time to book a flight from San José to San Francisco

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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, San José Province 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 July 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San José, San José Province to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 62 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 José, San José Province to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from San José, San José Province to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 July 29, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San José, San José Province to San Francisco at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 35% 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, San José Province 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 July 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José, San José Province 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.

Weekly flight availability from San José, San José Province to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from San José to San Francisco. 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 29, 2025.

The most flights from SJO to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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 July 29, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Copa 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.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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 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, San José Province to San Francisco flight route?

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

    Copa Airlines, at $414, was found to be the cheapest airline from San José, San José Province to San Francisco.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include JetBlue and American Airlines. These flights start at 19% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Alaska Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $218. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and JetBlue, as they are both options that can get you from San José, San José Province to San Francisco for a low price.

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

    While on average a flight from San José, San José Province to San Francisco is generally $2,044, 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 $413 for that flight.

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

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in San Salvador?

    Centro Historico de San Salvador, Catedral Metropolitana de San Salvador, and Monsenor Romero Center are currently the most popular points of interest in San Salvador at the moment. Centro Historico de San Salvador, Catedral Metropolitana de San Salvador, and Monsenor Romero Center can be visited by traveling about 19.7 mi, 19.7 mi, and 20.1 mi respectively from San Salvador El Salvador Intl. Those landing in San Salvador looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $31 per day.

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

    The majority of Panama City visitors 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. Travelers in need of a car in Panama City can rent one for about $13 per day.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from San José, San José Province to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San José to San Francisco. 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 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$328Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$340Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$352Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$369Average$549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$373Average$617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$377Average$710FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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