San José

$161+ 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 9/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — SJO
Jul 8 — Jul 151
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Sacramento to San José with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

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 June 8, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 8/256:25 am
SMF
-
SJO
2 stops11h 15m
Southwest
Wed 9/21:40 pm
SJO
-
SMF
2 stops18h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 6/8$452
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 8/257:30 am
SMF
-
SJO
1 stop11h 07m
United Airlines
Wed 9/27:55 am
SJO
-
SMF
2 stops16h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/8$515
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 9/122:21 pm
SMF
-
SJO
1 stop22h 36m
American Airlines
Sat 9/192:57 pm
SJO
-
SMF
2 stops20h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/8$525
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/54:50 pm
SMF
-
SJO
2 stops17h 45m
Southwest
Thu 9/179:00 am
SJO
-
SMF
2 stops14h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/7$526
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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.
Mon 10/129:05 pm
SMF
-
SJO
1 stop7h 55m
Southwest
Wed 10/149:00 am
SJO
-
SMF
1 stop11h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 6/4$544
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 9/286:38 pm
SMF
-
SJO
2 stops23h 59m
United Airlines
Thu 10/11:25 pm
SJO
-
SMF
2 stops21h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/8$551
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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.
Sun 9/139:10 am
SMF
-
SJO
2 stops25h 44m
Delta
Tue 9/151:25 pm
SJO
-
SMF
2 stops25h 09m
Delta
Deal found 6/4$563
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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.
Wed 8/266:00 am
SMF
-
SJO
2 stops12h 53m
American Airlines
Wed 9/21:03 pm
SJO
-
SMF
2 stops22h 28m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/4$567
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 9/109:10 am
SMF
-
SJO
2 stops25h 44m
Delta
Wed 9/161:25 pm
SJO
-
SMF
2 stops29h 42m
Delta
Deal found 6/4$581
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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.
Sun 8/167:08 pm
SMF
-
SJO
2 stops15h 55m
American Airlines
Mon 8/311:29 pm
SJO
-
SMF
2 stops21h 41m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/4$583

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 June 8, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$515
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$161
(Volaris)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$709
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. 4% potential increase in price ($25 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 June 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to San José that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/25

7:30 am-7:37 pm

1 stop11h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/2

7:55 am-10:59 pm

2 stops16h 04m

$515

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/28

6:38 pm-7:37 pm

2 stops23h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/1

8:45 am-9:29 am

1 stop25h 44m

$557

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/12

6:00 am-11:54 am

2 stops28h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/16

1:25 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops23h 50m

$581

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/8

7:03 pm-7:15 am

1 stop11h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/22

8:45 am-6:16 pm

1 stop10h 31m

$594

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/24

11:55 am-11:58 am

2 stops23h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/31

1:23 pm-9:33 am

2 stops21h 10m

$609
Quickest round-trip

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Fri 8/14

8:19 pm-7:15 am

1 stop9h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/4

1:25 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop10h 04m

$623

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/27

8:29 pm-10:25 am

2 stops12h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/2

8:45 am-10:36 pm

2 stops15h 51m

$635

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Thu 6/18

5:15 am-10:39 pm

1 stop16h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/29

7:55 am-10:43 pm

1 stop15h 48m

$714

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/30

7:03 pm-10:11 am

2 stops14h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 7/13

8:45 am-6:16 pm

1 stop10h 31m

$719

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Thu 6/25

5:15 am-10:39 pm

1 stop16h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 7/6

1:25 pm-9:35 am

2 stops21h 10m

$719

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 6/4

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2

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 June.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice 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 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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San José from Sacramento with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sacramento to San José?

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 17 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 $514). Flying from Sacramento to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $741). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Sacramento to San José?

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 June 8, 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.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

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 17h 44m. 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 American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $360 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and United Airlines, starting at $370 and $441 round-trip. American Airlines is priced at 38% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sacramento to San José one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $145. Southwest flights start at $195 while deals on United Airlines start at $204 one-way.

  • 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 $514). Flying from Sacramento to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $741). 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.

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near San José?

Book flights to San José if you plan to visit one of these locations
Alajuela
Monteverde
Jacó
Heredia
Dominical
Manuel Antonio

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

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 June 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$360Average$567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$370Average$650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$441Average$588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$477Average$690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.