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$137+ 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 1/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SJO
Dec 13 — Dec 201
Sat 12/13
Sat 12/20
1 adult, Economy
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This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 12/88:12 pmSAN - SJO
1 stop10h 53mCopa Airlines
Mon 12/155:49 amSJO - SAN
1 stop13h 48mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/11$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 11/2710:20 amSAN - SJO
1 stop8h 19mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/69:40 amSJO - SAN
1 stop13h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12$306
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 11/2710:35 pmSAN - SJO
1 stop11h 36mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/66:20 amSJO - SAN
2 stops14h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/10$310
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 12/1110:23 amSAN - SJO
1 stop8h 16mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/188:45 amSJO - SAN
1 stop15h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/11$326
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 12/76:25 amSAN - SJO
1 stop14h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/136:00 amSJO - SAN
2 stops14h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/11$330
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 12/116:15 amSAN - SJO
1 stop14h 13mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/146:20 amSJO - SAN
1 stop19h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/12$331
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 12/116:15 amSAN - SJO
1 stop14h 13mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/183:16 pmSJO - SAN
1 stop20h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/12$334
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 12/1110:23 amSAN - SJO
1 stop8h 16mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/148:45 amSJO - SAN
1 stop13h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/11$336
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 12/1110:23 amSAN - SJO
1 stop8h 16mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/162:20 pmSJO - SAN
1 stop9h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/11$341
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 12/148:01 amSAN - SJO
1 stop10h 38mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/1812:35 pmSJO - SAN
1 stop11h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12$348

Cheap 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 November 13, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$294
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$137
(American Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$473
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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 November 13, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to San José that are best for you.

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San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 1/21

8:16 pm-8:21 am

1 stop10h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/1

4:09 am-5:13 pm

1 stop15h 04m

$294

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Mon 12/8

8:12 pm-9:05 am

1 stop10h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/15

5:49 am-5:37 pm

1 stop13h 48m

$294

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Tue 12/9

8:12 pm-8:19 am

1 stop10h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/16

8:10 am-5:37 pm

1 stop11h 27m

$294

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Mon 2/2

8:00 am-6:16 pm

1 stop8h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/10

6:30 am-4:36 pm

1 stop12h 06m

$306

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Thu 12/11

10:23 am-8:39 pm

1 stop8h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 12/14

8:45 am-7:56 pm

1 stop13h 11m

$336

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Mon 11/17

5:55 pm-8:32 am

1 stop12h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/24

2:20 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop9h 33m

$351

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Thu 12/11

10:23 am-8:39 pm

1 stop8h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/15

9:40 am-6:28 pm

1 stop10h 48m

$356

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Thu 1/8

6:00 pm-8:32 am

1 stop12h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/14

8:45 am-6:36 pm

1 stop11h 51m

$366

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Mon 11/17

8:10 pm-9:59 am

1 stop11h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/23

4:08 am-5:03 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$384

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 1/28

10:45 pm-1:54 pm

2 stops13h 09m

$137

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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 November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust 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 San Diego-San José flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Diego-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-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 San Diego-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 San Diego to San José

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to San José. Price data was last updated on November 7, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to San José is 44 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to San José (average of $170). Flying from San Diego to San José in February is currently the most expensive (average of $408). 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 SAN to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 13, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Diego to San José is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 16% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to San José?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to San José. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to San José flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 13, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and Copa 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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
4,235 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,565 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,015 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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 San Diego 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 San Diego to San José?

    Airlines like Copa Airlines and United Airlines fly from San Diego to San José in about 8h 16m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 49m. San Diego and San José are separated by a distance of 2619 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, Copa Airlines ($279), Spirit Airlines ($280), and United Airlines ($311) offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to San José. Copa Airlines is currently priced 49% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego 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 $137. United Airlines flights start at $156 while deals on Delta start at $182 one-way.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Diego to San José?

    Of the flights from San Diego to San José that have layovers, most of them stop in Houston.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Houston?

    Space Center Houston, House of Blues Houston, and Revention Music Center are the most popular attractions in Houston if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Space Center Houston, House of Blues Houston, and Revention Music Center can be visited by traveling about 33.5 mi, 16.1 mi, and 15.5 mi respectively from Houston George Bush Intcntl. Travelers can rent a car at Houston George Bush Intcntl for an average daily rate of $40 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Diego to San José flights?

    San Diego to San José flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in Dallas.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to San José (average of $170). Flying from San Diego to San José in February is currently the most expensive (average of $408). 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 6 airlines flying from San Diego to San José

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$279Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$280Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$311Average$625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$347Average$560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$362Average$565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$511Average$648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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