$244+ 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 4/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — SFO
Mar 14 — Mar 211
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San José to San FranciscoExplore 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 February 12, 2026.
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 February 12, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 3/21:31 pm
SJO
- SFO
2 stops34h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/82:20 pm
SFO
- SJO
1 stop8h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$395
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Thu 4/309:00 am
SJO
- SFO
2 stops14h 25m
Southwest
Mon 5/47:00 pm
SFO
- SJO
2 stops16h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 2/9![Southwest logo]()
$397
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 2/262:05 pm
SJO
- SFO
1 stop11h 54m
JetBlue
Mon 3/910:39 pm
SFO
- SJO
1 stop12h 16m
JetBlue
Deal found 2/10![JetBlue logo]()
$399
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/288:07 am
SJO
- SFO
2 stops49h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/141:43 pm
SFO
- SJO
1 stop31h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$407
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 5/197:45 am
SJO
- SFO
2 stops40h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/252:15 pm
SFO
- SJO
1 stop8h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$409
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 4/277:45 am
SJO
- SFO
2 stops40h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/302:15 pm
SFO
- SJO
1 stop8h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$412
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/74:18 pm
SJO
- SFO
2 stops30h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/119:20 am
SFO
- SJO
1 stop13h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$414
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/234:18 pm
SJO
- SFO
2 stops25h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/291:45 pm
SFO
- SJO
1 stop9h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$418
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/112:55 pm
SJO
- SFO
1 stop23h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/58:00 am
SFO
- SJO
1 stop14h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$420
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Wed 4/2912:31 pm
SJO
- SFO
2 stops35h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/411:55 pm
SFO
- SJO
1 stop7h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$422
Best flights from San José to San FranciscoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San José to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated February 12, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San José to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated February 12, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
Thu 4/309:00 am
SJO
- SFO
2 stops14h 25m
Southwest
Mon 5/47:00 pm
SFO
- SJO
2 stops16h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 2/12![Southwest logo]()
$397
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Wed 4/298:13 am
SJO
- SFO
1 stop16h 27m
Copa Airlines
Sun 5/31:12 am
SFO
- SJO
2 stops14h 35m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/9![Copa Airlines logo]()
$489
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 5/512:55 am
SJO
- SFO
1 stop10h 01m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 5/108:00 am
SFO
- SJO
1 stop14h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/11![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$516
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Fri 5/11:10 pm
SJO
- SFO
2 stops11h 35m
Southwest
Tue 5/55:40 am
SFO
- SJO
2 stops12h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 2/10![Southwest logo]()
$434
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 4/3011:01 am
SJO
- SFO
1 stop13h 39m
Copa Airlines
Sun 5/101:12 am
SFO
- SJO
2 stops14h 35m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/9![Copa Airlines logo]()
$489
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 5/1212:53 am
SJO
- SFO
1 stop15h 05m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 5/1610:57 am
SFO
- SJO
1 stop11h 36m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/11![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$525
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Thu 4/309:00 am
SJO
- SFO
2 stops14h 25m
Southwest
Sun 5/34:30 pm
SFO
- SJO
2 stops18h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 2/9![Southwest logo]()
$484
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Mon 4/201:03 am
SJO
- SFO
2 stops23h 22m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 5/117:40 am
SFO
- SJO
2 stops15h 05m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/9![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$531
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 4/229:00 am
SJO
- SFO
2 stops14h 10m
Southwest
Wed 4/295:55 am
SFO
- SJO
2 stops12h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 2/11![Southwest logo]()
$505
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Mon 4/2712:55 am
SJO
- SFO
1 stop10h 01m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 5/57:10 pm
SFO
- SJO
2 stops27h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/9![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$534
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Mon 5/41:10 pm
SJO
- SFO
2 stops19h 35m
Southwest
Mon 5/117:00 pm
SFO
- SJO
2 stops16h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 2/8![Southwest logo]()
$536
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Mon 3/91:28 am
SJO
- SFO
2 stops16h 16m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 3/1712:47 pm
SFO
- SJO
1 stop10h 21m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/9![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$537
Last-minute flights from San José to San FranciscoDiscover last-minute flight deals from San José to San Francisco. Data last updated February 12, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San José to San Francisco. Data last updated February 12, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/142:33 pm
SJO
- SFO
1 stop33h 06m
Frontier
Fri 2/2710:34 pm
SFO
- SJO
1 stop12h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 2/11![Frontier logo]()
$426
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/257:50 pm
SJO
- SFO
1 stop18h 10m
Avianca
Sat 2/281:35 am
SFO
- SJO
1 stop10h 05m
Avianca
Deal found 2/12![Avianca logo]()
$450
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 2/262:05 pm
SJO
- SFO
1 stop11h 54m
JetBlue
Mon 3/910:39 pm
SFO
- SJO
1 stop12h 16m
JetBlue
Deal found 2/10![JetBlue logo]()
$399
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/288:07 am
SJO
- SFO
2 stops49h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/141:43 pm
SFO
- SJO
1 stop31h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$407
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/288:07 am
SJO
- SFO
2 stops49h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/78:15 pm
SFO
- SJO
2 stops25h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$439
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 3/21:31 pm
SJO
- SFO
2 stops34h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/82:20 pm
SFO
- SJO
1 stop8h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$395
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Wed 3/412:35 pm
SJO
- SFO
2 stops21h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/102:35 am
SFO
- SJO
1 stop7h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$427
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Sat 3/75:00 am
SJO
- SFO
1 stop9h 00m
Avianca
Tue 3/102:35 am
SFO
- SJO
1 stop7h 50m
Avianca
Deal found 2/10![Avianca logo]()
$444
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/122:39 pm
SJO
- SFO
1 stop17h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/168:09 pm
SFO
- SJO
2 stops40h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$441
One-way flights from San José to San FranciscoSearch for one-way flight options from San José to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated February 12, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San José to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated February 12, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Wed 4/1512:20 pm
SJO
- SFO
2 stops35h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$244
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/277:58 am
SJO
- SFO
2 stops50h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$245
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Wed 5/612:31 pm
SJO
- SFO
2 stops35h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 3/2411:38 am
SJO
- SFO
3 stops33h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$248
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 2/245:00 am
SJO
- SFO
3 stops42h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$250
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 4/229:00 am
SJO
- SFO
2 stops14h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 2/11![Southwest logo]()
$251
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Mon 5/412:55 pm
SJO
- SFO
1 stop23h 14m
JetBlue
Deal found 2/10![JetBlue logo]()
$252
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Thu 2/2612:35 pm
SJO
- SFO
3 stops37h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$254
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Thu 3/55:00 am
SJO
- SFO
3 stops20h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$255
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 3/53:05 pm
SJO
- SFO
1 stop10h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 2/9![Avianca logo]()
$256
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Fri 2/273:05 pm
SJO
- SFO
1 stop8h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 2/10![Avianca logo]()
$257
Find 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 February 12, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $395 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $244 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $551 |
Good round-trip deal | $371 or less |
Good one-way deal | $212 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to San Francisco 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 February 12, 2026.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
San JoséSan Francisco
SJO - SFO
SJOSFO
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 4/30
9:00 am-10:25 pm
2 stops14h 25m
San Francisco
Mon 5/4
7:00 pm-12:10 pm
2 stops16h 10m
$397
San JoséSan Francisco
SJO - SFO
SJOSFO
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 5/1
1:10 pm-11:45 pm
2 stops11h 35m
San Francisco
Tue 5/5
5:40 am-7:00 pm
2 stops12h 20m
$434
San JoséSan Francisco
SJO - SFO
SJOSFO
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 4/30
9:00 am-10:25 pm
2 stops14h 25m
San Francisco
Sun 5/3
4:30 pm-12:10 pm
2 stops18h 40m
$484
San JoséSan Francisco
SJO - SFO
SJOSFO
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 4/29
8:13 am-11:40 pm
1 stop16h 27m
San Francisco
Sun 5/3
1:12 am-4:47 pm
2 stops14h 35m
$489
San JoséSan Francisco
SJO - SFO
SJOSFO
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 4/30
11:01 am-11:40 pm
1 stop13h 39m
San Francisco
Sun 5/10
1:12 am-4:47 pm
2 stops14h 35m
$489
San JoséSan Francisco
SJO - SFO
SJOSFO
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 4/22
9:00 am-10:10 pm
2 stops14h 10m
San Francisco
Wed 4/29
5:55 am-7:00 pm
2 stops12h 05m
$505
San JoséSan Francisco
SJO - SFO
SJOSFO
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 5/5
12:55 am-9:56 am
1 stop10h 01m
San Francisco
Sun 5/10
8:00 am-11:45 pm
1 stop14h 45m
$516
San JoséSan Francisco
SJO - SFO
SJOSFO
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 5/12
12:53 am-2:58 pm
1 stop15h 05m
San Francisco
Sat 5/16
10:57 am-11:33 pm
1 stop11h 36m
$525
San JoséSan Francisco
SJO - SFO
SJOSFO
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 4/20
1:03 am-11:25 pm
2 stops23h 22m
San Francisco
Mon 5/11
7:40 am-11:45 pm
2 stops15h 05m
$531
San JoséSan Francisco
SJO - SFO
SJOSFO
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 4/27
12:55 am-9:56 am
1 stop10h 01m
San Francisco
Tue 5/5
7:10 pm-11:45 pm
2 stops27h 35m
$534
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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 February.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*2 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San José-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San José-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 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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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 February 6, 2026.
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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $411). 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 February 12, 2026.
When flying from San José to San Francisco, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
How often are flights from San José to San Francisco delayed?
About 9% of weekly flights between San José and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 216 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San José to San Francisco flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on San José to San Francisco flights?
Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.
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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 February 12, 2026.
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.
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$190 | Average$434 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$288 | Average$425 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$337 | Average$533 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$465 | Average$535 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$574 | Average$747 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |