$189+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 8/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SJO
Jul 31 — Aug 71
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to San JoséExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 1, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 1, 2026.
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1610:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop9h 07m
Copa Airlines
Fri 11/203:59 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop15h 16m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/30![Copa Airlines logo]()
$408
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/156:28 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop11h 47m
United Airlines
Tue 10/201:25 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop8h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/30![United Airlines logo]()
$420
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 9/98:35 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop9h 05m
Southwest
Sat 9/191:15 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop8h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 6/28![Southwest logo]()
$422
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 11/167:30 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops14h 39m
American Airlines
Sat 11/212:39 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop19h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/1![American Airlines logo]()
$425
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/132:20 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops17h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/204:35 pm
SJO
- SAN
2 stops17h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$426
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 9/206:45 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop18h 12m
American Airlines
Sat 10/31:00 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop20h 18m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/28![American Airlines logo]()
$427
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/16:45 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop18h 12m
American Airlines
Mon 10/512:57 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop22h 22m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/27![American Airlines logo]()
$430
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Sun 8/236:40 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop18h 12m
American Airlines
Mon 8/311:29 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop24h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/30![American Airlines logo]()
$431
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2810:20 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop13h 06m
American Airlines
Sat 9/52:53 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop21h 39m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/29![American Airlines logo]()
$432
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 9/138:00 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop10h 37m
United Airlines
Sun 9/208:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop13h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/28![United Airlines logo]()
$434
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 8/228:00 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop10h 37m
United Airlines
Mon 8/318:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop13h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/28![United Airlines logo]()
$435
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 8/1710:45 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops14h 07m
American Airlines
Mon 8/311:29 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop24h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/28![American Airlines logo]()
$436
Best flights from San Diego to San JoséDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to San José that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated July 1, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to San José that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated July 1, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 9/163:56 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop14h 19m
United Airlines
Sat 10/37:55 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop8h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/28![United Airlines logo]()
$420
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 9/98:35 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop9h 05m
Southwest
Sat 9/191:15 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop8h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 6/28![Southwest logo]()
$422
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/510:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop19h 59m
Copa Airlines
Sun 8/165:55 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop25h 35m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/26![Copa Airlines logo]()
$512
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/227:41 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop10h 34m
United Airlines
Sat 9/51:25 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop9h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/29![United Airlines logo]()
$420
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 7/811:58 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop9h 41m
United Airlines
Mon 7/208:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop10h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/28![United Airlines logo]()
$434
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/3010:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop10h 06m
Copa Airlines
Thu 8/65:55 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop25h 35m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/27![Copa Airlines logo]()
$556
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/2910:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop9h 21m
Copa Airlines
Thu 8/66:17 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop25h 13m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/30![Copa Airlines logo]()
$556
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/101:39 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop16h 36m
United Airlines
Thu 8/278:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop16h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/29![United Airlines logo]()
$550
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/266:15 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop24h 00m
United Airlines
Sun 8/26:40 am
SJO
- SAN
2 stops28h 28m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/26![United Airlines logo]()
$597
Last-minute flights from San Diego to San JoséDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to San José. Data last updated July 1, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to San José. Data last updated July 1, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Fri 7/310:13 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop8h 24m
United Airlines
Fri 7/108:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop10h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/28![United Airlines logo]()
$479
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/510:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop10h 06m
Copa Airlines
Tue 7/145:55 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop25h 35m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/27![Copa Airlines logo]()
$517
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 7/66:27 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop11h 48m
United Airlines
Fri 7/177:55 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop10h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/28![United Airlines logo]()
$527
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 7/811:58 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop9h 41m
United Airlines
Mon 7/208:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop10h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/28![United Airlines logo]()
$434
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/97:41 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop10h 34m
United Airlines
Mon 7/1311:13 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop11h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/29![United Airlines logo]()
$463
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/136:27 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop11h 48m
United Airlines
Wed 7/157:55 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop10h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/26![United Airlines logo]()
$438
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/2411:51 am
SAN
- SJO
2 stops19h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/314:35 pm
SJO
- SAN
2 stops18h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$526
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/2710:25 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops13h 35m
American Airlines
Mon 8/36:00 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop17h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/29![American Airlines logo]()
$489
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/292:15 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops17h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/54:35 pm
SJO
- SAN
2 stops19h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$534
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/306:20 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop15h 18m
GOL
Tue 8/43:37 pm
SJO
- SAN
2 stops19h 52m
GOL
Deal found 6/28![GOL logo]()
$477
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/306:20 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop15h 18m
American Airlines
Thu 8/66:00 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop17h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/27![American Airlines logo]()
$529
One-way flights from San Diego to San JoséSearch for one-way flight options from San Diego to San José. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 1, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to San José. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 1, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Sun 8/307:15 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops16h 11m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/30![American Airlines logo]()
$189
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Wed 7/296:20 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop15h 18m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/30![American Airlines logo]()
$209
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/259:55 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops14h 16m
GOL
Deal found 6/28![GOL logo]()
$221
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/146:27 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop11h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/26![United Airlines logo]()
$236
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/297:15 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops15h 35m
GOL
Deal found 6/30![GOL logo]()
$241
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 7/86:15 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop15h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/28![United Airlines logo]()
$245
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/94:29 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops18h 34m
GOL
Deal found 6/28![GOL logo]()
$246
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/16:20 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop22h 10m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/30![Copa Airlines logo]()
$252
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/2911:01 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop19h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/26![United Airlines logo]()
$254
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/110:49 am
SAN
- SJO
2 stops22h 22m
Azul
Deal found 6/30![Azul logo]()
$265
Find flight deals from San Diego to San José
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 July 1, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $408 (Copa Airlines) |
One-way from | $189 (American Airlines) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $633 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 July 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to San José that are best for you.
Fly from
Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Wed 9/16
3:56 pm-7:15 am
1 stop14h 19m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 10/3
7:55 am-3:40 pm
1 stop8h 45m
$420
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Sat 8/22
7:41 pm-7:15 am
1 stop10h 34m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 9/5
1:25 pm-9:25 pm
1 stop9h 00m
$420
Quickest round-trip
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Wed 9/9
8:35 am-6:40 pm
1 stop9h 05m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 9/19
1:15 pm-9:00 pm
1 stop8h 45m
$422
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Wed 7/8
11:58 am-10:39 pm
1 stop9h 41m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 7/20
8:45 am-6:39 pm
1 stop10h 54m
$434
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Wed 8/5
10:00 pm-6:59 pm
1 stop19h 59m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 8/16
5:55 pm-6:30 pm
1 stop25h 35m
$512
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Mon 8/10
1:39 pm-7:15 am
1 stop16h 36m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 8/27
8:45 am-12:29 am
1 stop16h 44m
$550
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Thu 7/30
10:00 pm-9:06 am
1 stop10h 06m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 8/6
5:55 pm-6:30 pm
1 stop25h 35m
$556
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Wed 7/29
10:00 pm-8:21 am
1 stop9h 21m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 8/6
6:17 pm-6:30 pm
1 stop25h 13m
$556
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Sun 7/26
6:15 am-7:15 am
1 stop24h 00m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 8/2
6:40 am-10:08 am
2 stops28h 28m
$597
Cheapest one-way
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Wed 7/8
6:15 am-10:39 pm
1 stop15h 24m
$245
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Compare providers for flights from San Diego 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 San Diego to San José in July.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to San José?
The best time to book flights from San Diego to San José is 16 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 San Diego to San José?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to San José (average of $311). Flying from San Diego to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of $633). 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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What’s the top layover airport for flights from San Diego to San José?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Diego to San José chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Panama City (PTY) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from San Diego to San José on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San Diego to San José?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San Diego to San José, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Houston (IAH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $305.
What’s the fastest layover option from San Diego to San José?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Diego to San José, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Houston (IAH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 8h 13m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Diego to San José?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Diego to San José, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Panama City (PTY) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 33m.
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 July 1, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Copa Airlines, andUnited Airlines from San Diego to San José have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
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| Cheapest$232 | Average$368 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$311 | Average$492 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$316 | Average$470 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$431 | Average$791 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |