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$79+ Cheap flights from Tempe, AZ to San Jose (SJC)

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PHX — SJC
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Tempe to San Jose are usually found in October or September, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Tempe to San Jose

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Tempe to San Jose flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$137
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$79
(Southwest)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$287
From Tempe to San Jose
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Cheapest flights from Tempe to San Jose
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tempe to San Jose. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/2410:04 amPHX - SJC
Nonstop1h 54mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/3012:47 pmSJC - PHX
Nonstop2h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$137
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/169:19 amPHX - SJC
1 stop6h 19mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/173:23 pmSJC - PHX
2 stops16h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$141
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 5/2011:45 amPHX - SJC
1 stop4h 10mSouthwest
Wed 5/2810:35 amSJC - PHX
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$147
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Fri 5/309:19 amPHX - SJC
1 stop6h 19mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/22:30 pmSJC - PHX
1 stop6h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$168
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/226:00 amPHX - SJC
1 stop5h 48mDelta
Tue 5/271:00 pmSJC - PHX
1 stop5h 02mDelta
Deal found 4/30$197
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/104:58 pmPHX - SJC
1 stop14h 43mFrontier
Sun 5/1112:20 pmSJC - PHX
1 stop20h 04mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$209
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/207:00 amPHX - SJC
2 stops9h 51mAlaska Airlines
Wed 5/286:45 amSJC - PHX
1 stop6h 06mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/29$308

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Tempe 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Tempe to San Jose that are best for you.

Fly from

Tempe

Fly to

San Jose

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PhoenixSan Jose

PHX - SJC

PHXSJC

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 5/24

10:04 am-11:58 am

Nonstop1h 54m

San Jose

Fri 5/30

12:47 pm-2:49 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

$137

PhoenixSan Jose

PHX - SJC

PHXSJC

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 5/16

9:19 am-3:38 pm

1 stop6h 19m

San Jose

Sat 5/17

3:23 pm-8:13 am

2 stops16h 50m

$141

PhoenixSan Jose

PHX - SJC

PHXSJC

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 5/20

11:45 am-3:55 pm

1 stop4h 10m

San Jose

Wed 5/28

10:35 am-12:25 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$147

PhoenixSan Jose

PHX - SJC

PHXSJC

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 5/30

9:19 am-3:38 pm

1 stop6h 19m

San Jose

Mon 6/2

2:30 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$168

PhoenixSan Jose

PHX - SJC

PHXSJC

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 5/22

6:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop5h 48m

San Jose

Tue 5/27

1:00 pm-6:02 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$197

PhoenixSan Jose

PHX - SJC

PHXSJC

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 5/10

4:58 pm-7:41 am

1 stop14h 43m

San Jose

Sun 5/11

12:20 pm-8:24 am

1 stop20h 04m

$209

PhoenixSan Jose

PHX - SJC

PHXSJC

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 5/20

7:00 am-4:51 pm

2 stops9h 51m

San Jose

Wed 5/28

6:45 am-12:51 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$308

PhoenixSan Jose

PHX - SJC

PHXSJC

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 6/10

7:00 am-11:05 am

1 stop4h 05m

$79

PhoenixSan Jose

PHX - SJC

PHXSJC

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 5/15

9:19 am-2:28 pm

2 stops29h 09m

$84

PhoenixSan Jose

PHX - SJC

PHXSJC

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 7/28

6:00 am-1:27 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$86

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Best time to book a flight from Tempe to San Jose

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Tempe to San Jose. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Tempe to San Jose is 73 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 Tempe to San Jose?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tempe to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Tempe to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 TM9 to SJC?

Find hourly flight availability from Tempe 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 May 1, 2025.

When flying from Tempe to San Jose, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Tempe to San Jose?

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Tempe to San Jose

Explore weekly flight availability from Tempe to San Jose. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

The most flights from TM9 to SJC are scheduled on a Monday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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 May 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Tempe to San Jose by reading reviews from past customers. 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
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
9,972 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,293 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

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 Tempe 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 Tempe?

    Located just 2.9 mi from the city center, San Jose is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Jose from Tempe. Booking flights from Tempe to San Jose (SJC) should be relatively easy as there are 10 daily inbound flights from Tempe from 6 different airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Southwest, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $79. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Frontier, as they are both options that can get you from Tempe to San Jose for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Tempe to San Jose?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Tempe to San Jose are Southwest (89%), Frontier (83%) and American Airlines (82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Tempe to San Jose?

    While on average a flight from Tempe to San Jose is generally $220, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $78. When looking at the most popular route, (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - San Jose), you can expect to pay $107 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tempe to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Tempe to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 6 airlines flying from Tempe to San Jose

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Tempe 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$45Average$92FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$70Average$132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$151Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$159Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$176Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$345Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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