$215+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to San José (SJO)
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SAN — SJO
Oct 1 — Oct 81
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 September 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 September 1, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2710:30 pm -
1 stop14h 22m
Sun 10/45:45 am -
1 stop13h 45m
Deal found 8/30![Copa Airlines logo]()
$462
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2510:30 pm -
1 stop9h 34m
Mon 9/2810:03 am -
1 stop9h 26m
Deal found 8/30![Copa Airlines logo]()
$474
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 11/1110:30 pm -
1 stop10h 29m
Tue 11/176:05 pm -
1 stop25h 10m
Deal found 8/30![Copa Airlines logo]()
$482
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2510:30 pm -
1 stop8h 49m
Thu 10/15:55 pm -
1 stop25h 35m
Deal found 8/28![Copa Airlines logo]()
$487
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Wed 10/1410:20 pm -
1 stop12h 40m
Mon 10/196:00 am -
1 stop17h 43m
Deal found 8/28![American Airlines logo]()
$494
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/910:35 pm -
1 stop12h 40m
Sun 11/222:10 pm -
1 stop11h 30m
Deal found 8/29![Southwest logo]()
$496
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 11/1110:40 pm -
2 stops14h 09m
Tue 11/173:54 pm -
2 stops18h 42m
Deal found 8/30![American Airlines logo]()
$498
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 11/1410:40 pm -
2 stops13h 06m
Tue 12/153:54 pm -
2 stops20h 24m
Deal found 8/31![American Airlines logo]()
$499
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/28:45 pm -
2 stops13h 35m
Fri 11/62:10 pm -
2 stops10h 35m
Deal found 8/29![Southwest logo]()
$500
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 11/410:40 pm -
2 stops13h 06m
Sun 11/82:46 pm -
1 stop11h 10m
Deal found 8/30![American Airlines logo]()
$504
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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.
Sat 10/246:45 pm -
1 stop18h 15m
Mon 10/263:01 pm -
1 stop21h 55m
Deal found 8/29![American Airlines logo]()
$508
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 September 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 September 1, 2026.
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 11/1110:30 pm -
1 stop10h 29m
Tue 11/176:05 pm -
1 stop25h 10m
Deal found 8/30![Copa Airlines logo]()
$482
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Sun 11/19:25 pm -
2 stops12h 55m
Sat 11/142:40 pm -
1 stop8h 45m
Deal found 8/28![Southwest logo]()
$533
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1910:16 am -
1 stop8h 23m
Wed 11/259:40 am -
1 stop10h 57m
Deal found 9/1![United Airlines logo]()
$696
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 1/1310:30 pm -
1 stop10h 30m
Tue 1/193:59 am -
1 stop15h 23m
Deal found 8/30![Copa Airlines logo]()
$566
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Thu 1/285:45 pm -
2 stops17h 05m
Mon 2/12:45 pm -
1 stop9h 15m
Deal found 8/28![Southwest logo]()
$585
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 11/1610:30 pm -
1 stop8h 37m
Fri 11/203:59 am -
1 stop15h 16m
Deal found 8/31![Copa Airlines logo]()
$566
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 11/17:41 pm -
2 stops13h 44m
Sat 11/148:45 am -
2 stops13h 39m
Deal found 8/28![United Airlines logo]()
$703
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Sun 9/277:50 pm -
2 stops15h 55m
Sun 10/41:35 pm -
2 stops11h 35m
Deal found 8/28![Southwest logo]()
$645
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/116:30 am -
2 stops12h 10m
Wed 10/141:00 pm -
2 stops10h 10m
Deal found 9/1![Southwest logo]()
$674
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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.
Tue 12/14:06 pm -
2 stops12h 59m
Mon 12/79:59 am -
1 stop9h 27m
Deal found 8/30![Copa Airlines logo]()
$757
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/128:50 pm -
2 stops12h 40m
Sat 2/2012:30 pm -
1 stop10h 50m
Deal found 8/29![Southwest logo]()
$690
Last-minute flights from San Diego to San JoséDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to San José. Data last updated September 1, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to San José. Data last updated September 1, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2110:30 pm -
1 stop31h 40m
Sun 9/278:45 am -
1 stop10h 44m
Deal found 8/29![Copa Airlines logo]()
$528
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2510:30 pm -
1 stop9h 34m
Mon 9/2810:03 am -
1 stop9h 26m
Deal found 8/30![Copa Airlines logo]()
$474
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2510:30 pm -
1 stop8h 49m
Thu 10/15:55 pm -
1 stop25h 35m
Deal found 8/28![Copa Airlines logo]()
$487
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2710:30 pm -
1 stop14h 22m
Sun 10/45:45 am -
1 stop13h 45m
Deal found 8/30![Copa Airlines logo]()
$462
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 9/2710:46 pm -
2 stops14h 11m
Sun 10/41:00 pm -
1 stop20h 24m
Deal found 8/28![American Airlines logo]()
$514
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Wed 10/1410:20 pm -
1 stop12h 40m
Mon 10/196:00 am -
1 stop17h 43m
Deal found 8/28![American Airlines logo]()
$494
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Thu 10/229:25 pm -
2 stops13h 35m
Wed 10/286:00 am -
1 stop18h 03m
Deal found 8/28![American Airlines logo]()
$499
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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.
Sat 10/246:45 pm -
1 stop18h 15m
Mon 10/263:01 pm -
1 stop21h 55m
Deal found 8/29![American Airlines logo]()
$508
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 September 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 September 1, 2026.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/19:56 pm -
2 stops23h 44m
Deal found 8/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$215
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/108:45 pm -
2 stops13h 35m
Deal found 8/30![Southwest logo]()
$226
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/59:56 pm -
2 stops23h 44m
Deal found 8/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$229
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/18:45 pm -
2 stops13h 35m
Deal found 9/1![Southwest logo]()
$238
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/173:04 pm -
1 stop20h 18m
Deal found 9/1![United Airlines logo]()
$242
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1710:40 pm -
2 stops20h 10m
Deal found 9/1![GOL logo]()
$243
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 11/118:45 pm -
2 stops13h 35m
Deal found 8/31![Southwest logo]()
$250
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Thu 10/157:10 am -
2 stops11h 30m
Deal found 8/28![Southwest logo]()
$258
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 11/86:45 pm -
1 stop17h 01m
Deal found 8/28![American Airlines logo]()
$262
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/127:09 am -
2 stops23h 41m
Deal found 9/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$264
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 September 1, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $447 (Justfly.com) |
One-way from | $215 (FlightHub) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $466 |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to San José that are best for you.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San DiegoSan José
SAN San Diego - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
SANSJO
San Diego
Wed 11/11
10:30 pm-10:59 am
1 stop10h 29m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 11/17
6:05 pm-5:15 pm
1 stop25h 10m
$482
San DiegoSan José
SAN San Diego - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
SANSJO
San Diego
Sun 11/1
9:25 pm-12:20 pm
2 stops12h 55m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 11/14
2:40 pm-9:25 pm
1 stop8h 45m
$533
San DiegoSan José
SAN San Diego - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
SANSJO
San Diego
Wed 1/13
10:30 pm-11:00 am
1 stop10h 30m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 1/19
3:59 am-5:22 pm
1 stop15h 23m
$566
San DiegoSan José
SAN San Diego - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
SANSJO
San Diego
Mon 11/16
10:30 pm-9:07 am
1 stop8h 37m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 11/20
3:59 am-5:15 pm
1 stop15h 16m
$566
San DiegoSan José
SAN San Diego - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
SANSJO
San Diego
Thu 1/28
5:45 pm-12:50 pm
2 stops17h 05m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 2/1
2:45 pm-10:00 pm
1 stop9h 15m
$585
San DiegoSan José
SAN San Diego - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
SANSJO
San Diego
Sun 9/27
7:50 pm-12:45 pm
2 stops15h 55m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 10/4
1:35 pm-12:10 am
2 stops11h 35m
$645
San DiegoSan José
SAN San Diego - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
SANSJO
San Diego
Sun 10/11
6:30 am-7:40 pm
2 stops12h 10m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 10/14
1:00 pm-10:10 pm
2 stops10h 10m
$674
San DiegoSan José
SAN San Diego - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
SANSJO
San Diego
Fri 2/12
8:50 pm-11:30 am
2 stops12h 40m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 2/20
12:30 pm-9:20 pm
1 stop10h 50m
$690
Quickest round-trip
San DiegoSan José
SAN San Diego - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
SANSJO
San Diego
Thu 11/19
10:16 am-8:39 pm
1 stop8h 23m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 11/25
9:40 am-6:37 pm
1 stop10h 57m
$696
San DiegoSan José
SAN San Diego - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
SANSJO
San Diego
Sun 11/1
7:41 pm-11:25 am
2 stops13h 44m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 11/14
8:45 am-8:24 pm
2 stops13h 39m
$703
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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 September.
| 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 |
- 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.
Best time to book a flight from San Diego to San José
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San José from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights
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?
The best time to book flights from San Diego to San José is 53 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 December is currently the most expensive (average of $700). 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 San Diego to San José?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
San Diego to San José flights typically cost between $408 and $642 in January.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $447 on Multiple Airlines (Jan 17-Jan 24).
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 September 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.
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
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