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$76+ Cheap flights from Newark (EWR) to San Jose (SJC)

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 9/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — SJC
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Newark to San Jose are usually found in September or November, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Newark to San Jose

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Newark (EWR) 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 14, 2025.

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$135
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One-way from

$76
(Cheapflightsfares)

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Average price

$321
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Cheapest flights from Newark to San Jose
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newark to San Jose. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 14, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/107:00 amEWR - SJC
1 stop16h 00mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/1611:40 amSJC - EWR
1 stop15h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$136
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/66:59 amEWR - SJC
1 stop16h 01mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/1611:40 amSJC - EWR
1 stop15h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/13$138
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/107:00 amEWR - SJC
1 stop16h 00mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/1711:40 amSJC - EWR
1 stop15h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$153
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/35:59 pmEWR - SJC
1 stop7h 31mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/911:40 amSJC - EWR
1 stop15h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$155
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Mon 9/810:00 pmEWR - SJC
2 stops25h 00mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/1611:40 amSJC - EWR
1 stop15h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$167
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/66:59 amEWR - SJC
1 stop16h 01mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/96:35 amSJC - EWR
2 stops13h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/13$171

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Newark 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 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Newark Airport to San Jose that are best for you.

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NewarkSan Jose

EWR - SJC

EWRSJC

Newark

Wed 9/10

5:15 am-8:00 pm

2 stops17h 45m

San Jose

Tue 9/16

11:40 am-5:54 am

1 stop15h 14m

$137

NewarkSan Jose

EWR - SJC

EWRSJC

Newark

Sat 9/6

6:59 am-8:00 pm

1 stop16h 01m

San Jose

Tue 9/16

11:40 am-5:54 am

1 stop15h 14m

$138

NewarkSan Jose

EWR - SJC

EWRSJC

Newark

Wed 9/10

7:00 am-8:00 pm

1 stop16h 00m

San Jose

Wed 9/17

11:40 am-5:54 am

1 stop15h 14m

$153

NewarkSan Jose

EWR - SJC

EWRSJC

Newark

Sat 9/6

6:59 am-8:00 pm

1 stop16h 01m

San Jose

Tue 9/9

11:40 am-5:54 am

1 stop15h 14m

$153

NewarkSan Jose

EWR - SJC

EWRSJC

Newark

Wed 9/3

5:59 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 31m

San Jose

Tue 9/9

11:40 am-5:54 am

1 stop15h 14m

$155

NewarkSan Jose

EWR - SJC

EWRSJC

Newark

Wed 9/10

7:00 am-8:00 pm

1 stop16h 00m

$76

NewarkSan Jose

EWR - SJC

EWRSJC

Newark

Tue 9/9

7:00 am-8:00 pm

1 stop16h 00m

$78

NewarkSan Jose

EWR - SJC

EWRSJC

Newark

Sat 9/13

6:59 am-8:00 pm

1 stop16h 01m

$78

NewarkSan Jose

EWR - SJC

EWRSJC

Newark

Wed 9/3

5:59 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$78

NewarkSan Jose

EWR - SJC

EWRSJC

Newark

Mon 9/8

10:00 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops25h 00m

$100

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Best time to book a flight from Newark to San Jose

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Jose from Newark with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Newark Airport to San Jose

How far ahead should I book a flight from Newark Airport to San Jose?

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

The best time to book flights from Newark Airport to San Jose is 57 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 Newark Airport to San Jose?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Newark 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 EWR to SJC?

Find hourly flight availability from Newark 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 14, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Newark Airport to San Jose in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 12% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Newark Airport to San Jose?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Newark to San Jose. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Newark Airport to San Jose flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Newark Airport to San Jose?

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

Los Angeles (LAX) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 88% of 1-stop itineraries from Newark Airport to San Jose on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Newark Airport to San Jose?

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

Los Angeles (LAX) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $239.

What’s the fastest layover option from Newark Airport to San Jose?

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

Flights via Denver (DEN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 8h 22m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Newark Airport to San Jose?

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

Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 19m.

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 14, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines from Newark Airport to San Jose. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

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)
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

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)
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

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)
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

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)
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

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)
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,046 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

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)

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Newark to San Jose. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Jose from Newark?

    San Jose (SJC) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Newark to San Jose. You should not have trouble finding flights to San Jose from Newark; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Newark per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights to the San Jose airport from Newark. It is only a 2.9 mi journey from San Jose (SJC) to San Jose’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Newark Airport to San Jose round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San Jose, with prices starting at $125. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Alaska Airlines and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $201 and $249, respectively. You may be able to fly from Newark Airport to San Jose for 67% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Newark to San Jose that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Newark to San Jose?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Newark to San Jose?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Newark to San Jose 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 Newark Airport to San Jose?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Newark 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 Newark to San Jose

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Newark 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 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$125Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$201Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$249Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$298Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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