$186+ 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 11/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SJO
Jul 25 — Aug 11
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 June 25, 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 June 25, 2026.
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 9/3010:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop11h 58m
Copa Airlines
Sun 10/115:55 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop25h 35m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/23![Copa Airlines logo]()
$408
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 11/1710:35 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop11h 34m
American Airlines
Fri 12/42:40 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop19h 48m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/24![American Airlines logo]()
$420
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 stops16h 09m
American Airlines
Sat 11/212:39 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop19h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/24![American Airlines logo]()
$425
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 9/112:20 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops17h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/204:35 pm
SJO
- SAN
2 stops17h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$426
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 9/117:15 am
SAN
- SJO
2 stops11h 52m
American Airlines
Sun 9/201:00 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop11h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/24![American Airlines logo]()
$430
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 8/1410:20 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop13h 06m
American Airlines
Fri 8/211:29 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop21h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/23![American Airlines logo]()
$431
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 8/1610:26 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop13h 00m
American Airlines
Sat 9/52:53 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop21h 39m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/23![American Airlines logo]()
$432
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 9/37:41 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop10h 34m
United Airlines
Fri 9/117:55 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop10h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/24![United Airlines logo]()
$433
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 9/124:14 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops20h 43m
American Airlines
Sat 9/191:00 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop20h 18m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/24![American Airlines logo]()
$434
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/2910:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop12h 06m
Copa Airlines
Wed 7/812:06 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop31h 24m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/20![Copa Airlines logo]()
$435
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 8/237:15 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops16h 11m
American Airlines
Mon 8/311:29 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop24h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/22![American Airlines logo]()
$436
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 stop9h 19m
Copa Airlines
Sun 8/165:55 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop25h 35m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/23![Copa Airlines logo]()
$438
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 June 25, 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 June 25, 2026.
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 6/23![Copa Airlines logo]()
$408
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 8/156:28 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop11h 47m
United Airlines
Sat 9/58:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop10h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/23![United Airlines logo]()
$420
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 11/74:45 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop11h 40m
United Airlines
Thu 11/1212:35 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop10h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/23![United Airlines logo]()
$420
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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.
Fri 9/410:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop9h 19m
Copa Airlines
Sat 9/125:55 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop25h 35m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/20![Copa Airlines logo]()
$468
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 10/33:56 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop14h 19m
United Airlines
Thu 10/157:55 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop8h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/24![United Airlines logo]()
$433
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 8/1010:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop10h 04m
Copa Airlines
Fri 8/1410:03 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop9h 27m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/21![Copa Airlines logo]()
$468
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 8/1010:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop10h 04m
Copa Airlines
Sun 8/166:17 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop25h 13m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/22![Copa Airlines logo]()
$468
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 7/2310:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop9h 21m
Copa Airlines
Mon 8/310:03 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop9h 27m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/22![Copa Airlines logo]()
$482
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 7/2111:01 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop19h 14m
United Airlines
Thu 7/2312:30 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop18h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/25![United Airlines logo]()
$560
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 7/106:20 am
SAN
- SJO
2 stops37h 55m
United Airlines
Tue 7/1412:30 am
SJO
- SAN
2 stops24h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/23![United Airlines logo]()
$580
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 7/295:15 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop18h 06m
United Airlines
Thu 8/68:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop16h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/22![United Airlines logo]()
$594
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 11/2212:42 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops20h 43m
United Airlines
Wed 11/258:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop11h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/21![United Airlines logo]()
$619
Last-minute flights from San Diego to San JoséDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to San José. Data last updated June 25, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to San José. Data last updated June 25, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 6/2510:55 am
SAN
- SJO
2 stops10h 44m
United Airlines
Sat 7/258:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop10h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/24![United Airlines logo]()
$484
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 6/2610:13 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop11h 26m
United Airlines
Sun 6/281:25 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop8h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/22![United Airlines logo]()
$528
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 6/2710:55 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop9h 20m
United Airlines
Sat 7/47:55 am
SJO
- SAN
2 stops13h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/22![United Airlines logo]()
$533
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 6/297:41 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop10h 34m
United Airlines
Wed 7/88:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop10h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/20![United Airlines logo]()
$434
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/2910:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop12h 06m
Copa Airlines
Wed 7/812:06 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop31h 24m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/20![Copa Airlines logo]()
$435
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 6/306:27 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop11h 48m
United Airlines
Tue 7/71:25 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop8h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/23![United Airlines logo]()
$459
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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
Mon 7/208:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop10h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/24![United Airlines logo]()
$475
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 7/1910:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop10h 06m
Copa Airlines
Sat 8/16:17 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop25h 13m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/22![Copa Airlines logo]()
$512
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 7/222:15 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops17h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/264:35 pm
SJO
- SAN
2 stops18h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$534
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
Fri 7/2410:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop9h 21m
Copa Airlines
Mon 8/310:03 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop9h 27m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/23![Copa Airlines logo]()
$482
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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.
Tue 7/284:32 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops18h 18m
GOL
Mon 8/33:37 pm
SJO
- SAN
2 stops19h 28m
GOL
Deal found 6/25![GOL logo]()
$497
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 June 25, 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 June 25, 2026.
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/87:00 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop24h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$186
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 stops16h 09m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/23![American Airlines logo]()
$188
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 8/246:20 am
SAN
- SJO
2 stops12h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/23![United Airlines logo]()
$189
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 9/110:45 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops14h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/24![American Airlines logo]()
$192
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/157:00 am
SAN
- SJO
2 stops24h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$205
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
Sun 11/1510:35 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop12h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 6/23![Southwest logo]()
$209
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 7/242:15 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops17h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$213
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 9/36:40 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop18h 12m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/24![American Airlines logo]()
$217
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 8/314:22 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops20h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/24![American Airlines logo]()
$233
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 9/22:23 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop22h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/24![American Airlines logo]()
$239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 9/49:49 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop20h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/24![United Airlines logo]()
$244
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 June 25, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $408 (Copa Airlines) |
One-way from | $186 (eDestinos) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $506 |
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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 June 25, 2026.
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Route
Depart
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Cheapest round-trip
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Mon 11/16
10:00 pm-9:07 am
1 stop9h 07m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 11/20
3:59 am-5:15 pm
1 stop15h 16m
$408
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Sat 8/15
6:28 pm-7:15 am
1 stop11h 47m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 9/5
8:45 am-6:35 pm
1 stop10h 50m
$420
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Sat 11/7
4:45 pm-6:25 am
1 stop11h 40m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 11/12
12:35 pm-9:26 pm
1 stop10h 51m
$420
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Sat 10/3
3:56 pm-7:15 am
1 stop14h 19m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 10/15
7:55 am-3:40 pm
1 stop8h 45m
$433
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Fri 9/4
10:00 pm-8:19 am
1 stop9h 19m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 9/12
5:55 pm-6:30 pm
1 stop25h 35m
$468
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SANSJO
San Diego
Mon 8/10
10:00 pm-9:04 am
1 stop10h 04m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 8/14
10:03 am-6:30 pm
1 stop9h 27m
$468
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SANSJO
San Diego
Mon 8/10
10:00 pm-9:04 am
1 stop10h 04m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 8/16
6:17 pm-6:30 pm
1 stop25h 13m
$468
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SANSJO
San Diego
Thu 7/23
10:00 pm-8:21 am
1 stop9h 21m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 8/3
10:03 am-6:30 pm
1 stop9h 27m
$482
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SANSJO
San Diego
Tue 7/21
11:01 am-7:15 am
1 stop19h 14m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 7/23
12:30 am-5:41 pm
1 stop18h 11m
$560
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SANSJO
San Diego
Fri 7/10
6:20 am-9:15 pm
2 stops37h 55m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 7/14
12:30 am-11:54 pm
2 stops24h 24m
$580
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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 June.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| 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 |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-San José flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 San Diego-San José flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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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 $621). 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 June 25, 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.
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.9
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.9
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.9
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.9
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Overall
7.9
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$231 | Average$367 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$311 | Average$487 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$316 | Average$470 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$431 | Average$791 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |