$248+ 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 8/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — SFO
Aug 22 — Aug 291
Round-trip
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 July 23, 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 July 23, 2026.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 10/222:05 pm
SJO
- SFO
1 stop19h 58m
JetBlue
Tue 10/2711:25 pm
SFO
- SJO
1 stop12h 34m
JetBlue
Deal found 7/22![JetBlue logo]()
$629
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 8/197:00 am
SJO
- SFO
1 stop31h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/211:20 am
SFO
- SJO
2 stops23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$630
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 9/267:00 am
SJO
- SFO
1 stop15h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/306:30 am
SFO
- SJO
2 stops28h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$631
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/272:05 pm
SJO
- SFO
1 stop20h 43m
JetBlue
Mon 11/28:51 pm
SFO
- SJO
1 stop15h 08m
JetBlue
Deal found 7/21![JetBlue logo]()
$632
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 10/227:07 am
SJO
- SFO
1 stop16h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/274:00 pm
SFO
- SJO
2 stops43h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$634
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 10/11:15 pm
SJO
- SFO
2 stops46h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/2910:21 am
SFO
- SJO
1 stop8h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$636
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 11/31:43 am
SJO
- SFO
1 stop10h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/1111:42 am
SFO
- SJO
2 stops35h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$637
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Wed 11/43:05 pm
SJO
- SFO
1 stop20h 43m
JetBlue
Fri 11/132:35 pm
SFO
- SJO
1 stop21h 08m
JetBlue
Deal found 7/20![JetBlue logo]()
$638
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/217:00 am
SJO
- SFO
1 stop15h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/2611:20 am
SFO
- SJO
2 stops24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$639
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Mon 10/127:00 am
SJO
- SFO
2 stops30h 48m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 10/176:59 pm
SFO
- SJO
2 stops23h 31m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$640
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/51:15 pm
SJO
- SFO
2 stops28h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/2210:21 am
SFO
- SJO
1 stop8h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$643
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 July 23, 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 July 23, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 10/309:00 am
SJO
- SFO
2 stops15h 10m
Southwest
Sun 11/227:45 pm
SFO
- SJO
2 stops15h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 7/18![Southwest logo]()
$664
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 12/245:35 am
SJO
- SFO
1 stop13h 50m
Copa Airlines
Wed 1/1312:40 am
SFO
- SJO
1 stop15h 55m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Copa Airlines logo]()
$690
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Sat 9/126:20 am
SJO
- SFO
1 stop10h 01m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 9/1910:06 am
SFO
- SJO
1 stop8h 43m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/23![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$740
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 9/113:10 pm
SJO
- SFO
1 stop8h 25m
Avianca
Sun 9/2011:55 pm
SFO
- SJO
1 stop10h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 7/20![Avianca logo]()
$797
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 11/249:40 am
SJO
- SFO
Nonstop7h 02m
United Airlines
Wed 12/211:59 pm
SFO
- SJO
1 stop11h 16m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/22![United Airlines logo]()
$814
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 8/269:00 am
SJO
- SFO
2 stops13h 10m
Southwest
Mon 8/317:25 pm
SFO
- SJO
2 stops16h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/23![Southwest logo]()
$693
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 9/188:45 am
SJO
- SFO
Nonstop6h 45m
United Airlines
Fri 9/2511:35 pm
SFO
- SJO
Nonstop6h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/22![United Airlines logo]()
$840
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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.
Sat 10/318:40 am
SJO
- SFO
Nonstop7h 02m
United Airlines
Sat 11/712:08 am
SFO
- SJO
Nonstop6h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/18![United Airlines logo]()
$840
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 8/131:40 pm
SJO
- SFO
2 stops19h 10m
Southwest
Mon 8/173:00 pm
SFO
- SJO
2 stops20h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 7/23![Southwest logo]()
$841
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Wed 9/301:25 pm
SJO
- SFO
1 stop11h 22m
United Airlines
Sat 10/1011:35 pm
SFO
- SJO
Nonstop6h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/19![United Airlines logo]()
$851
Last-minute flights from San José to San FranciscoDiscover last-minute flight deals from San José to San Francisco. Data last updated July 23, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San José to San Francisco. Data last updated July 23, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 8/102:20 am
SJO
- SFO
2 stops19h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/214:51 pm
SFO
- SJO
1 stop25h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$648
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/101:06 am
SJO
- SFO
1 stop9h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/1911:20 am
SFO
- SJO
2 stops24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$668
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/111:06 am
SJO
- SFO
1 stop9h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/1911:20 am
SFO
- SJO
2 stops24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$660
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/121:06 am
SJO
- SFO
1 stop20h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/1911:20 am
SFO
- SJO
2 stops24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$638
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/172:20 am
SJO
- SFO
2 stops19h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/2910:06 am
SFO
- SJO
1 stop8h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$652
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 8/197:00 am
SJO
- SFO
1 stop31h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/211:20 am
SFO
- SJO
2 stops23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$630
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/217:00 am
SJO
- SFO
1 stop15h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/2611:20 am
SFO
- SJO
2 stops24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$639
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/269:00 am
SJO
- SFO
2 stops13h 10m
Southwest
Mon 8/315:05 pm
SFO
- SJO
2 stops18h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 7/22![Southwest logo]()
$636
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 8/267:00 am
SJO
- SFO
2 stops38h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/318:42 pm
SFO
- SJO
1 stop25h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$670
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/271:40 pm
SJO
- SFO
2 stops19h 10m
Southwest
Mon 8/317:25 pm
SFO
- SJO
2 stops16h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/21![Southwest logo]()
$664
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 8/287:00 am
SJO
- SFO
2 stops38h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/318:42 pm
SFO
- SJO
1 stop25h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$654
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 8/287:00 am
SJO
- SFO
2 stops38h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/19:55 am
SFO
- SJO
1 stop11h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$666
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 July 23, 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 July 23, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/241:20 pm
SJO
- SFO
2 stops31h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$248
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 10/11:15 pm
SJO
- SFO
2 stops46h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$252
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/172:20 am
SJO
- SFO
2 stops18h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$264
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 10/51:15 pm
SJO
- SFO
2 stops33h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$278
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 9/309:00 am
SJO
- SFO
2 stops15h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 7/22![Southwest logo]()
$280
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 10/81:15 pm
SJO
- SFO
2 stops35h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$282
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 12/42:15 pm
SJO
- SFO
2 stops19h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/22![Southwest logo]()
$286
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 10/151:15 pm
SJO
- SFO
2 stops35h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$292
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 10/78:55 am
SJO
- SFO
2 stops33h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$295
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 July 23, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $629 (Cheapflightsfares) |
One-way from | $248 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $752 |
Good round-trip deal | $567 or less |
Good one-way deal | $307 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 July 23, 2026.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San JoséSan Francisco
SJO - SFO
SJOSFO
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 10/30
9:00 am-11:10 pm
2 stops15h 10m
San Francisco
Sun 11/22
7:45 pm-1:15 pm
2 stops15h 30m
$664
San JoséSan Francisco
SJO - SFO
SJOSFO
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 12/24
5:35 am-5:25 pm
1 stop13h 50m
San Francisco
Wed 1/13
12:40 am-6:35 pm
1 stop15h 55m
$690
San JoséSan Francisco
SJO - SFO
SJOSFO
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 8/26
9:00 am-9:10 pm
2 stops13h 10m
San Francisco
Mon 8/31
7:25 pm-12:45 pm
2 stops16h 20m
$693
San JoséSan Francisco
SJO - SFO
SJOSFO
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 9/12
6:20 am-3:21 pm
1 stop10h 01m
San Francisco
Sat 9/19
10:06 am-7:49 pm
1 stop8h 43m
$740
San JoséSan Francisco
SJO - SFO
SJOSFO
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 9/11
3:10 pm-10:35 pm
1 stop8h 25m
San Francisco
Sun 9/20
11:55 pm-11:30 am
1 stop10h 35m
$797
San JoséSan Francisco
SJO - SFO
SJOSFO
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 11/24
9:40 am-2:42 pm
Nonstop7h 02m
San Francisco
Wed 12/2
11:59 pm-1:15 pm
1 stop11h 16m
$814
Quickest round-trip
San JoséSan Francisco
SJO - SFO
SJOSFO
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 9/18
8:45 am-2:30 pm
Nonstop6h 45m
San Francisco
Fri 9/25
11:35 pm-7:15 am
Nonstop6h 40m
$840
San JoséSan Francisco
SJO - SFO
SJOSFO
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 10/31
8:40 am-2:42 pm
Nonstop7h 02m
San Francisco
Sat 11/7
12:08 am-8:32 am
Nonstop6h 24m
$840
San JoséSan Francisco
SJO - SFO
SJOSFO
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 8/13
1:40 pm-7:50 am
2 stops19h 10m
San Francisco
Mon 8/17
3:00 pm-12:45 pm
2 stops20h 45m
$841
San JoséSan Francisco
SJO - SFO
SJOSFO
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 9/30
1:25 pm-11:47 pm
1 stop11h 22m
San Francisco
Sat 10/10
11:35 pm-7:15 am
Nonstop6h 40m
$851
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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 July.
| 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 |
- 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?
The best time to book flights from San José to San Francisco is 7 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to San Francisco (average of $475). Flying from San José to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of $752). 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 23, 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 170 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San José to San Francisco flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning 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?
Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday 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 9% 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 July 23, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines,Copa Airlines, andUnited 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
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$216 | Average$669 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$288 | Average$434 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$339 | Average$578 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$465 | Average$587 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$595 | Average$834 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |