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$163+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA (OAK) to San José (SJO)

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OAK — SJO
Nov 27 — Dec 41
Thu 11/27
Thu 12/4
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Oakland (OAK) to San José (SJO). 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 October 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$410
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$163
(CheapOair)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$561
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Cheapest flights from Oakland to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Oakland to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 28, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Mon 12/87:59 pmOAK - SJO
2 stops25h 49mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/141:30 amSJO - OAK
2 stops33h 16mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/27$453
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/710:15 pmOAK - SJO
1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/144:20 pmSJO - OAK
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/25$470
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/310:15 pmOAK - SJO
1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/124:20 pmSJO - OAK
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/25$471
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 11/125:45 amOAK - SJO
2 stops12h 45mSouthwest
Tue 11/182:15 pmSJO - OAK
2 stops19h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 10/26$472
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1410:15 pmOAK - SJO
1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/194:20 pmSJO - OAK
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$474
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1010:15 pmOAK - SJO
1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/144:20 pmSJO - OAK
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/25$476
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/810:15 pmOAK - SJO
1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/124:20 pmSJO - OAK
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/25$481
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/310:15 pmOAK - SJO
1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/74:20 pmSJO - OAK
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$495
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1710:15 pmOAK - SJO
1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/235:30 amSJO - OAK
2 stops15h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$498
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1210:15 pmOAK - SJO
1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/194:20 pmSJO - OAK
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$503
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1210:15 pmOAK - SJO
1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/174:20 pmSJO - OAK
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/25$507
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/139:17 pmOAK - SJO
1 stop14h 33mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/194:20 pmSJO - OAK
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$516

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Oakland to San José 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 October 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Oakland to San José that are best for you.

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Oakland

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San José

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Price

OaklandSan José

OAK - SJO

OAKSJO

Oakland

Mon 3/2

10:15 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop20h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/9

4:16 pm-11:45 am

1 stop20h 29m

$449

OaklandSan José

OAK - SJO

OAKSJO

Oakland

Mon 12/8

7:59 pm-11:48 pm

2 stops25h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 12/14

1:30 am-8:46 am

2 stops33h 16m

$453

OaklandSan José

OAK - SJO

OAKSJO

Oakland

Wed 11/12

6:55 am-8:30 pm

1 stop11h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/18

2:15 pm-7:30 am

2 stops19h 15m

$472

OaklandSan José

OAK - SJO

OAKSJO

Oakland

Tue 12/9

6:40 am-11:48 pm

2 stops15h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/15

1:30 am-11:59 pm

2 stops24h 29m

$529

OaklandSan José

OAK - SJO

OAKSJO

Oakland

Mon 1/12

7:40 am-7:30 pm

1 stop9h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/19

9:40 am-8:45 pm

2 stops13h 05m

$548

OaklandSan José

OAK - SJO

OAKSJO

Oakland

Sat 12/6

9:17 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop14h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/15

4:20 pm-11:45 am

1 stop21h 25m

$554

OaklandSan José

OAK - SJO

OAKSJO

Oakland

Thu 11/6

5:55 am-12:50 pm

2 stops28h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/17

2:31 pm-11:48 am

2 stops23h 17m

$564

OaklandSan José

OAK - SJO

OAKSJO

Oakland

Thu 11/6

5:55 am-12:50 pm

2 stops28h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/15

7:00 am-9:39 pm

2 stops16h 39m

$564

OaklandSan José

OAK - SJO

OAKSJO

Oakland

Mon 2/2

10:15 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$163

OaklandSan José

OAK - SJO

OAKSJO

Oakland

Mon 3/16

11:15 pm-8:19 pm

1 stop20h 04m

$181

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Deals found on 10/26

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Oakland to San José in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Oakland, California-San José flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Oakland, California-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Oakland, California-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Oakland, California-San José flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Oakland, California-San José flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Oakland to San José

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Oakland to San José

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Oakland, California to San José?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to San José (average of $185). Flying from Oakland, California to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $502). 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 OAK to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Oakland to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 28, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Oakland, California to San José is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 18% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 José. Reviews last updated October 28, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest and Avianca from Oakland to San José by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,466 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Oakland, California to San José?

    A quick flight from Oakland, California to San José can take about 11h 35m. Alaska Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $472. There are 3034 mi between Oakland, California and San José. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Oakland, California to San José round-trip?

    Currently priced at $344, Avianca will fly you from Oakland, California to San José and back. In addition to Avianca, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Southwest for as low as $531. Avianca is priced at 48% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Oakland to San José that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Oakland to San José?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Oakland to San José?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Oakland to San José 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 Oakland, California to San José?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to San José (average of $185). Flying from Oakland, California to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $502). 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 2 airlines flying from Oakland to San José

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Oakland to San José. 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 October 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$344Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$531Average$724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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