San José

$196+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 3/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SJO
Feb 25 — Mar 41
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in September or May, booked 9 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 26, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/231:20 pm
SFO
-
SJO
1 stop8h 20m
Avianca
Tue 3/35:00 am
SJO
-
SFO
1 stop9h 00m
Avianca
Deal found 1/26$360
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/2010:34 pm
SFO
-
SJO
1 stop12h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/2311:59 pm
SJO
-
SFO
1 stop13h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$362
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/211:10 pm
SFO
-
SJO
1 stop12h 30m
Avianca
Tue 2/107:50 pm
SJO
-
SFO
1 stop18h 10m
Avianca
Deal found 1/24$364
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/182:15 pm
SFO
-
SJO
1 stop8h 25m
Avianca
Sat 4/259:40 am
SJO
-
SFO
1 stop15h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 1/26$365
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/2212:42 am
SFO
-
SJO
2 stops14h 04m
Copa Airlines
Thu 2/2611:01 am
SJO
-
SFO
1 stop14h 19m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/24$368
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/232:15 pm
SFO
-
SJO
1 stop17h 30m
Avianca
Thu 4/309:40 am
SJO
-
SFO
1 stop13h 55m
Avianca
Deal found 1/25$369
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Mon 3/211:10 pm
SFO
-
SJO
1 stop10h 15m
Avianca
Tue 4/285:05 am
SJO
-
SFO
1 stop8h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 1/25$370
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/291:20 pm
SFO
-
SJO
1 stop20h 05m
Avianca
Tue 2/33:05 pm
SJO
-
SFO
1 stop10h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 1/24$371
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/11:20 pm
SFO
-
SJO
1 stop17h 20m
Avianca
Sat 3/79:35 am
SJO
-
SFO
1 stop15h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 1/24$374
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/2312:42 am
SFO
-
SJO
1 stop11h 11m
Copa Airlines
Mon 3/25:51 pm
SJO
-
SFO
1 stop31h 25m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/24$375
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/257:01 am
SFO
-
SJO
1 stop14h 35m
JetBlue
Wed 4/11:00 pm
SJO
-
SFO
1 stop12h 58m
JetBlue
Deal found 1/24$376
This Avianca Connect deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 Avianca Connect is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/291:35 am
SFO
-
SJO
1 stop10h 05m
Avianca
Thu 2/58:05 pm
SJO
-
SFO
1 stop17h 55m
Avianca
Deal found 1/23$378

Find flight deals from San Francisco to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 January 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$360
(BusinessClass)

One-way from

$196
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$657

Good round-trip deal

$744 or less

Good one-way deal

$643 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
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From San Francisco to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
One-way flight from San Francisco to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($128 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Francisco to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 January 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to San José that are best for you.

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San Francisco

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San José

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San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Wed 5/20

8:06 pm-4:47 pm

2 stops19h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/27

8:14 am-11:40 pm

1 stop16h 26m

$413

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Wed 4/15

1:43 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop9h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/20

1:03 am-10:17 am

1 stop10h 14m

$430

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Sun 5/3

1:12 am-4:47 pm

2 stops14h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/12

11:02 am-11:40 pm

1 stop13h 38m

$433

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Sat 4/11

6:23 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop28h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/15

1:03 am-5:25 pm

1 stop17h 22m

$448

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Thu 5/14

8:06 pm-4:47 pm

3 stops19h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/18

10:05 am-11:40 pm

1 stop14h 35m

$457

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Tue 4/14

5:43 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop29h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 4/19

1:03 am-10:17 am

1 stop10h 14m

$467

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Thu 5/21

8:06 pm-8:21 am

1 stop11h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/25

11:02 am-11:40 pm

1 stop13h 38m

$468

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Sun 4/19

8:01 pm-11:53 pm

2 stops50h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/29

12:55 am-6:44 pm

1 stop18h 49m

$490

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Fri 4/10

6:00 am-11:53 pm

1 stop16h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/20

1:03 am-5:44 pm

1 stop17h 41m

$498

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Wed 4/1

8:35 pm-4:48 pm

2 stops19h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/7

4:09 am-11:40 pm

1 stop20h 31m

$508

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco to San José in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-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 Francisco-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-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 Francisco-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 Francisco to San José

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San José from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to San José. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to San José may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 9 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to San José?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to San José (average of $219). Flying from San Francisco to San José in June 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 SFO to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 January 26, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Francisco to San José as you normally would.

The best insider tips for San Francisco to San José flights

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on SJO

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SFO

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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 January 26, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Copa Airlines, and United Airlines from San Francisco to San José to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to San José?

    To fly from San Francisco to San José, you need to book a flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO). Nonstop flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl from San Francisco take 6h 27m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there is 1 outbound flight from San Francisco to Juan Santamaria Intl offered by 7 different airlines.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to San José flight route?

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to San José?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Francisco to San José in 9h 10m. Fly via Copa Airlines or Alaska Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 3039 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at $331, Copa Airlines will fly you from San Francisco to San José and back. In addition to Copa Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Avianca and JetBlue - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $342 and $360, respectively. Users have found that Copa Airlines is 47% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $146. However, be on the lookout for offers from Avianca and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to San José for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to San José?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to San José? While on average our users pay $1,121, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $593. The most popular route (San Francisco - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), is priced around $332.

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

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Panama City?

    Most Panama City visitors opt to spend their time at Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, and Panama Canal. Those on a layover in Panama City interested in visiting Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, or Panama Canal can do so by traveling 13.2 mi, 14.7 mi, and 15.1 mi, respectively from Panama City Tocumen Intl. Travelers can rent a car at Panama City Tocumen Intl for an average daily rate of $15 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Los Angeles?

    Most Los Angeles visitors opt to spend their time at Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live. Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live are located about 12.5 mi, 11.7 mi, and 10.8 mi, respectively from Los Angeles. Travelers can rent a car at Los Angeles 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 Francisco to San José flights?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco to San José.

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to San José (average of $219). Flying from San Francisco to San José in June 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 7 airlines flying from San Francisco to San José

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 January 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$296Average$605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$340Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$360Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$372Average$576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$394Average$810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$522Average$826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$590Average$777FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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