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$97+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA 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 7/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SJC
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Salinas to San Jose

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to San Jose flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$183
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$97
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$566
From Salinas to San Jose
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to San Jose
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to San Jose. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/811:25 amSFO - SJC
1 stop7h 42mAlaska Airlines
Tue 7/1510:20 amSJC - SFO
1 stop13h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$183
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/45:45 amSFO - SJC
1 stop7h 38mFrontier
Mon 7/72:12 pmSJC - SFO
1 stop7h 09mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$261
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/108:36 pmSFO - SJC
2 stops16h 41mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/177:47 pmSJC - SFO
1 stop4h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$372
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/712:47 amSFO - SJC
1 stop9h 24mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/149:53 amSJC - SFO
1 stop8h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$525
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/912:30 amSFO - SJC
1 stop11h 32mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/176:24 pmSJC - SFO
1 stop12h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$949

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to San Jose that are best for you.

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San Jose

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Price

San FranciscoSan Jose

SFO - SJC

SFOSJC

San Francisco

Tue 7/8

11:25 am-7:07 pm

1 stop7h 42m

San Jose

Tue 7/15

10:20 am-11:50 pm

1 stop13h 30m

$183

San FranciscoSan Jose

SFO - SJC

SFOSJC

San Francisco

Fri 7/4

5:45 am-1:23 pm

1 stop7h 38m

San Jose

Mon 7/7

2:12 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop7h 09m

$261

San FranciscoSan Jose

SFO - SJC

SFOSJC

San Francisco

Thu 7/10

8:36 pm-1:17 pm

2 stops16h 41m

San Jose

Thu 7/17

7:47 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop4h 03m

$372

San FranciscoSan Jose

SFO - SJC

SFOSJC

San Francisco

Tue 10/7

12:47 am-10:11 am

1 stop9h 24m

San Jose

Tue 10/14

9:53 am-6:39 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$525

San FranciscoSan Jose

SFO - SJC

SFOSJC

San Francisco

Fri 7/25

12:30 am-12:02 pm

1 stop11h 32m

San Jose

Sat 8/2

7:00 am-9:46 pm

1 stop14h 46m

$938

San FranciscoSan Jose

SFO - SJC

SFOSJC

San Francisco

Wed 7/16

6:00 am-7:07 pm

1 stop13h 07m

$97

San FranciscoSan Jose

SFO - SJC

SFOSJC

San Francisco

Thu 8/7

9:09 am-2:28 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$102

San FranciscoSan Jose

SFO - SJC

SFOSJC

San Francisco

Thu 6/26

8:31 pm-1:23 pm

2 stops16h 52m

$220

San FranciscoSan Jose

SFO - SJC

SFOSJC

San Francisco

Wed 6/25

11:59 pm-10:06 am

3 stops34h 07m

$366

San FranciscoSan Jose

SFO - SJC

SFOSJC

San Francisco

Tue 6/24

12:43 am-11:50 am

1 stop11h 07m

$647

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Deals found on 6/10

Best time to book a flight from Salinas to San Jose

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Salinas to San Jose

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Salinas to San Jose?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Salinas to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 S9N to SJC?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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 June 12, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Salinas to San Jose as you normally would.

Rainfall in San Jose by month

Plan your trip to San Jose by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Jose ranges from 0.0 - 3.1 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Jose when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Jose by month

Plan your trip to San Jose by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Jose, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and Hawaiian Airlines from Salinas to San Jose have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Salinas 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 Salinas?

    For a flight from Salinas to San Jose, you will be flying into San Jose. San Jose (SJC) is just 2.9 mi from the center of the city. San Jose is the only San Jose airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Salinas per day. 1 airline has flights to San Jose from Salinas on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Salinas to San Jose one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Salinas to San Jose are Alaska Airlines ($97), Hawaiian Airlines ($102), and Frontier ($220).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas 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 Salinas to San Jose?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Salinas to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 airline flying from Salinas to San Jose

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Salinas 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$182Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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