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$194+ Cheap flights from Palm Springs (PSP) to San José (SJO)

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 2/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PSP — SJO
Dec 6 — Dec 131
Sat 12/6
Sat 12/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Palm Springs to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Palm Springs (PSP) 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 November 6, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$480
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$194
(American Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$756
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Cheapest flights from Palm Springs to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Palm Springs to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 6, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/26:14 amPSP - SJO
1 stop14h 58mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/156:20 amSJO - PSP
1 stop15h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/5$491
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Sat 12/276:41 pmPSP - SJO
2 stops21h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/306:40 amSJO - PSP
1 stop29h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/6$777
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Sun 12/286:41 pmPSP - SJO
2 stops25h 51mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/316:40 amSJO - PSP
1 stop15h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/6$778
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Mon 12/226:08 pmPSP - SJO
2 stops22h 08mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/296:40 amSJO - PSP
1 stop15h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/6$847
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 12/245:15 amPSP - SJO
1 stop14h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/286:40 amSJO - PSP
1 stop15h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/6$849
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Sun 12/286:41 pmPSP - SJO
2 stops25h 51mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/16:40 amSJO - PSP
1 stop15h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/6$851
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Thu 12/256:41 pmPSP - SJO
2 stops23h 58mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/286:40 amSJO - PSP
1 stop15h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/6$899
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 12/245:15 amPSP - SJO
1 stop14h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/296:40 amSJO - PSP
1 stop15h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/6$916
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Sat 12/276:41 pmPSP - SJO
2 stops23h 58mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/16:40 amSJO - PSP
1 stop15h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/6$920

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Palm Springs 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 November 6, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Palm Springs to San José that are best for you.

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Palm Springs

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San José

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Return

Price

Palm SpringsSan José

PSP - SJO

PSPSJO

Palm Springs

Wed 2/11

7:00 am-11:43 pm

1 stop14h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/18

12:23 am-2:05 pm

1 stop15h 42m

$480

Palm SpringsSan José

PSP - SJO

PSPSJO

Palm Springs

Tue 12/2

6:14 am-11:12 pm

1 stop14h 58m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/15

6:20 am-6:00 pm

2 stops13h 40m

$496

Palm SpringsSan José

PSP - SJO

PSPSJO

Palm Springs

Fri 4/10

5:30 am-7:00 pm

2 stops12h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/17

9:00 am-10:15 pm

2 stops14h 15m

$549

Palm SpringsSan José

PSP - SJO

PSPSJO

Palm Springs

Tue 4/7

8:03 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops16h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/16

11:59 pm-5:42 pm

2 stops18h 43m

$577

Palm SpringsSan José

PSP - SJO

PSPSJO

Palm Springs

Tue 1/6

1:43 pm-8:32 am

1 stop16h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/14

9:40 am-10:58 pm

1 stop15h 18m

$590

Palm SpringsSan José

PSP - SJO

PSPSJO

Palm Springs

Fri 4/3

7:33 pm-10:11 am

2 stops13h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/7

7:55 am-9:28 pm

1 stop14h 33m

$594

Palm SpringsSan José

PSP - SJO

PSPSJO

Palm Springs

Mon 2/2

1:43 pm-8:32 am

1 stop16h 49m

$224

Palm SpringsSan José

PSP - SJO

PSPSJO

Palm Springs

Sun 1/4

6:41 pm-6:25 am

1 stop9h 44m

$224

Palm SpringsSan José

PSP - SJO

PSPSJO

Palm Springs

Mon 2/2

6:35 pm-12:22 pm

3 stops39h 47m

$287

Palm SpringsSan José

PSP - SJO

PSPSJO

Palm Springs

Sun 11/30

4:30 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops18h 45m

$389

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Deals found on 11/6

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Compare providers for flights from Palm Springs to San José

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 Palm Springs to San José in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San José from Palm Springs with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Palm Springs to San José

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Palm Springs to San José?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Palm Springs to San José (average of $182). Flying from Palm Springs to San José in February is currently the most expensive (average of $421). 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 PSP to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Palm Springs 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 November 6, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Palm Springs to San José in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 26% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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 November 6, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Palm Springs to San José, such as United Airlines and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,007 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,007 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,007 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,040 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,007 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs to San José?

    There are many flights that can get you from Palm Springs to San José in 14h 43m. Fly via American Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 2623 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Palm Springs to San José round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $333, was found to be the cheapest airline from Palm Springs to San José. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be United Airlines. You may be able to fly from Palm Springs to San José for 47% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs to San José?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Palm Springs to San José (average of $182). Flying from Palm Springs to San José in February is currently the most expensive (average of $421). 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 Palm Springs to San José

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Palm Springs 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 November 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$333Average$631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$479Average$571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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