San Jose

$129+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) to San Jose (SJC)

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JFK — SJC
Aug 22 — Aug 291
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl to San Jose are usually found in March or October, booked 24 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to San Jose

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) to San Jose (SJC). 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 August 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$248
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$129
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$452
From New York John F Kennedy Intl to San Jose
One-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl to San Jose
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($49 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to San Jose
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to San Jose. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 17, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Sat 8/308:30 amJFK - SJC
2 stops11h 06mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/68:00 amSJC - JFK
2 stops10h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/16$249
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Wed 9/104:28 pmJFK - SJC
1 stop9h 10mAlaska Airlines
Sat 9/136:40 amSJC - JFK
1 stop20h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/16$250
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Wed 9/106:59 amJFK - SJC
1 stop8h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/138:00 amSJC - JFK
1 stop10h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/15$251
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 10/146:59 amJFK - SJC
1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/316:19 pmSJC - JFK
1 stop9h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$254
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Tue 9/237:29 amJFK - SJC
1 stop9h 52mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/266:45 pmSJC - JFK
1 stop7h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$257
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Wed 10/1510:00 amJFK - SJC
1 stop8h 05mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/278:05 pmSJC - JFK
1 stop7h 22mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/14$258
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Thu 9/46:59 amJFK - SJC
1 stop14h 28mFrontier
Fri 9/56:45 pmSJC - JFK
2 stops14h 14mFrontier
Deal found 8/15$259
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 9/1211:00 amJFK - SJC
2 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/224:16 pmSJC - JFK
1 stop10h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$262
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 9/136:59 amJFK - SJC
2 stops16h 01mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/176:35 amSJC - JFK
1 stop19h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$263
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 9/126:59 amJFK - SJC
1 stop13h 46mFrontier
Mon 9/226:45 pmSJC - JFK
1 stop7h 45mFrontier
Deal found 8/16$267

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Customize your flight search to find flights from John F Kennedy Intl to San Jose 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 August 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Jose that are best for you.

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Price

New YorkSan Jose

JFK - SJC

JFKSJC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 9/4

11:59 am-6:35 pm

2 stops9h 36m

San Jose

Tue 9/9

8:00 am-9:29 pm

1 stop10h 29m

$248

New YorkSan Jose

JFK - SJC

JFKSJC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 10/30

7:59 am-11:49 pm

1 stop18h 50m

San Jose

Tue 11/4

8:15 am-6:30 am

1 stop19h 15m

$249

New YorkSan Jose

JFK - SJC

JFKSJC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 8/30

8:30 am-4:36 pm

2 stops11h 06m

San Jose

Sat 9/6

8:00 am-9:36 pm

2 stops10h 36m

$249

New YorkSan Jose

JFK - SJC

JFKSJC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/3

4:28 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop9h 10m

San Jose

Wed 9/10

6:37 am-6:09 am

1 stop20h 32m

$250

New YorkSan Jose

JFK - SJC

JFKSJC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/10

4:28 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop9h 10m

San Jose

Wed 9/17

9:00 am-10:59 pm

1 stop10h 59m

$250

New YorkSan Jose

JFK - SJC

JFKSJC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/10

4:28 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop9h 10m

San Jose

Sat 9/13

6:40 am-6:09 am

1 stop20h 29m

$250

New YorkSan Jose

JFK - SJC

JFKSJC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/10

4:28 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop9h 10m

San Jose

Wed 9/17

10:06 am-10:59 pm

1 stop9h 53m

$250

New YorkSan Jose

JFK - SJC

JFKSJC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/20

3:10 pm-9:08 pm

1 stop8h 58m

San Jose

Sat 9/27

12:45 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$250

New YorkSan Jose

JFK - SJC

JFKSJC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/7

10:00 am-3:05 pm

1 stop8h 05m

San Jose

Tue 10/14

6:25 am-6:29 am

1 stop21h 04m

$250

New YorkSan Jose

JFK - SJC

JFKSJC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/13

4:28 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop9h 10m

San Jose

Wed 9/17

10:06 am-10:59 pm

1 stop9h 53m

$250

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How far ahead should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Jose?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from John F Kennedy Intl to San Jose. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Jose, you should look to book at least 24 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Jose?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $359). 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 JFK to SJC?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to San Jose. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 17, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 76% on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Jose by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Jose?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Jose?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Jose chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Seattle (SEA) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 80% of 1-stop itineraries from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Jose on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Jose?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Jose, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Seattle (SEA) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $269.

What’s the fastest layover option from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Jose?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Jose, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via San Diego (SAN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 9h 33m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Jose?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Jose, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Seattle (SEA) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 31m.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Jose

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Jose. 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 Jose. Reviews last updated August 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Jose by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Jose from New York John F Kennedy Intl?

    Located just 2.9 mi from the city center, San Jose is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Jose from New York John F Kennedy Intl. Booking flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl to San Jose (SJC) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl from 5 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Jose round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Jose is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $128 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Alaska Airlines and JetBlue, starting at $207 and $246 round-trip. Frontier is currently priced 67% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Jose?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $359). 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 5 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to San Jose

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl to San Jose. 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 August 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$128Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$207Average$273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$246Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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