San José

$145+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) 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 5/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — SJO
Apr 9 — Apr 161
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to San José

Cheapest flights from Sacramento to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 10, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Tue 5/58:22 pm
SMF
-
SJO
1 stop9h 53m
United Airlines
Thu 5/141:25 pm
SJO
-
SMF
1 stop9h 53m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/6$402
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Mon 4/2012:34 am
SMF
-
SJO
2 stops17h 33m
American Airlines
Tue 4/282:22 pm
SJO
-
SMF
2 stops21h 16m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/7$407
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Sat 5/92:27 pm
SMF
-
SJO
1 stop21h 55m
American Airlines
Sat 5/1611:35 pm
SJO
-
SMF
1 stop12h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/5$422
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Tue 5/58:22 pm
SMF
-
SJO
1 stop9h 53m
United Airlines
Fri 5/157:55 am
SJO
-
SMF
2 stops13h 47m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/6$425
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Thu 5/711:42 pm
SMF
-
SJO
1 stop12h 40m
American Airlines
Tue 5/126:30 am
SJO
-
SMF
2 stops17h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/7$427
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/58:22 pm
SMF
-
SJO
1 stop9h 53m
United Airlines
Sun 5/178:45 am
SJO
-
SMF
1 stop16h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/5$441
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/57:00 am
SMF
-
SJO
1 stop11h 00m
Southwest
Sat 5/169:00 am
SJO
-
SMF
1 stop13h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/6$445
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/54:10 pm
SMF
-
SJO
2 stops17h 57m
American Airlines
Thu 5/146:30 am
SJO
-
SMF
2 stops15h 44m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/6$446

Find flight deals from Sacramento to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) 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 March 10, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$402
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$145
(Volaris)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$673
Provider with most accurate pricing for Sacramento Intl-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Sacramento Intl-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights.
From Sacramento Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
One-way flight from Sacramento Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($13 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to San José that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/21

7:00 am-7:00 pm

1 stop11h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/28

9:00 am-10:30 pm

2 stops14h 30m

$467

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/6

5:35 am-7:00 pm

2 stops12h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/18

1:10 pm-12:10 am

2 stops12h 00m

$484

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Thu 4/23

8:07 pm-7:15 am

1 stop10h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/2

6:00 am-8:42 pm

1 stop15h 42m

$504
Quickest round-trip

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/16

6:36 pm-5:30 am

1 stop9h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/30

12:30 am-12:07 pm

1 stop12h 37m

$523

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/5

5:15 am-7:00 pm

2 stops12h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/17

2:00 pm-7:10 am

2 stops18h 10m

$523

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/31

8:29 pm-7:15 am

1 stop9h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 6/7

8:45 am-11:59 pm

1 stop16h 14m

$561

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/24

4:55 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops18h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/31

9:00 am-12:25 am

2 stops16h 25m

$571

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/4

2:23 pm-7:15 am

1 stop15h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/7

8:45 am-7:35 pm

1 stop11h 50m

$614

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Thu 4/9

11:18 am-7:15 am

1 stop18h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/16

8:45 am-11:57 pm

1 stop16h 12m

$614

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/25

8:29 pm-10:11 am

2 stops12h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/1

12:30 am-3:10 pm

2 stops15h 40m

$619

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Compare providers for flights from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to San José in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 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 Sacramento-San José flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-San José flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Sacramento-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 Sacramento to San José

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Estimated round-trip price
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Sacramento to San José?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to San José. Price data was last updated on March 6, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Sacramento to San José may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 18 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to San José (average of $164). Flying from Sacramento to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $413). 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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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 March 10, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Sacramento to San José to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from Sacramento to San José will take you 10h 08m. The distance from Sacramento to San José is about 3038 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Sacramento to San José is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $332 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and United Airlines, starting at $408 and $441 round-trip. Delta is priced at 43% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to San José?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to San José (average of $164). Flying from Sacramento to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $413). 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 4 airlines flying from Sacramento to San José

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 March 10, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$332Average$600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$408Average$568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$441Average$557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$510Average$686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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