San José

$170+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to San José (SJO)

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jun. 17 — jun. 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in September or August, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

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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 junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$384
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$170
(JetBlue)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$658

Good round-trip deal

$710 or less

Good one-way deal

$672 or less
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. 17% potential increase in price ($128 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($37 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
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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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 junio 12, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/66:00 amSFO - SJO
2 stops24h 28mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 9/132:37 pmSJO - SFO
2 stops21h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$384
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 8/189:25 pmSFO - SJO
1 stop13h 30mJetBlue
mié. 8/2712:55 pmSJO - SFO
1 stop11h 41mJetBlue
Deal found 6/12$388
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/89:25 amSFO - SJO
1 stop8h 35mAlaska Airlines
jue. 10/166:30 amSJO - SFO
2 stops16h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/12$391
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/151:28 amSFO - SJO
1 stop19h 25mCopa Airlines
lun. 9/224:10 amSJO - SFO
1 stop20h 30mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/10$478
This Avianca Connect deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Avianca Connect is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/2912:05 amSFO - SJO
1 stop10h 10mAvianca
lun. 12/159:35 amSJO - SFO
1 stop14h 20mAvianca
Deal found 6/10$509

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San Francisco

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San José

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Price

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

sáb. 9/6

6:00 am-7:28 am

2 stops24h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 9/13

2:37 pm-10:55 am

2 stops21h 18m

$384

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

lun. 8/18

9:25 pm-11:55 am

1 stop13h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 8/27

12:55 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop11h 41m

$388

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

mar. 8/12

9:09 am-11:30 pm

1 stop13h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 8/17

12:50 am-5:05 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$421

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

lun. 8/18

1:28 am-6:48 pm

1 stop16h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 8/23

10:05 am-11:40 pm

1 stop14h 35m

$498

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

mié. 7/23

2:20 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop8h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 8/2

6:10 am-11:55 pm

2 stops18h 45m

$509

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

sáb. 9/6

10:15 pm-11:55 am

1 stop12h 40m

$170

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

mié. 8/13

11:00 am-11:30 pm

1 stop11h 30m

$172

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

sáb. 9/6

6:00 am-7:28 am

2 stops24h 28m

$183

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

mar. 9/9

7:50 am-6:55 pm

2 stops10h 05m

$222

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

lun. 9/8

12:05 am-11:15 am

1 stop10h 10m

$247

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to San José

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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, San José Province?

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 June 9, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to San José, San José Province may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 72 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, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from San Francisco to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 junio 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to San José, San José Province at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 34% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to San José, San José Province?

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

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

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to San José, San José Province

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to San José. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to SJO are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

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 junio 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to San José, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Copa Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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 10 different airlines.

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

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to San José, San José Province is JetBlue. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $398 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Alaska Airlines and Copa Airlines, starting at $421 and $498 round-trip. JetBlue is currently priced 33% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $170 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from JetBlue. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $172 and $222, respectively.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to San José, San José Province? While on average our users pay $1,061, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $621. The most popular route (San Francisco - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), is priced around $364.

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

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

    San Salvador travelers tend to visit Centro Historico de San Salvador, Catedral Metropolitana de San Salvador, and Monsenor Romero Center more than anywhere else. Centro Historico de San Salvador, Catedral Metropolitana de San Salvador, and Monsenor Romero Center can be accessed by traveling approximately 19.7 mi, 19.7 mi, and 20.1 mi, respectively from San Salvador El Salvador Intl. Travelers can rent a car at San Salvador El Salvador Intl for an average daily rate of $23 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

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

    The majority of Panama City visitors spend their time at Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, and Panama Canal. Travelers on a layover in Panama City can visit Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, and Panama Canal, by traveling 13.2 mi, 14.7 mi, and 15.1 mi, respectively after landing at Panama City Tocumen Intl. Travelers in need of a car in Panama City can rent one for about $11 per day.

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

    If you're on a layover in Los Angeles and looking for things to do, consider visiting Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, or L.A. Live. Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live can be accessed by traveling approximately 12.5 mi, 11.7 mi, and 10.8 mi, respectively from Los Angeles. Those looking to explore during their layover in Los Angeles can rent a car from Los Angeles for about $40 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to San José, San José Province 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, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from San Francisco to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to San José

Discover the top 10 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$267Average$527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$344Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$363Average$558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$378Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$392Average$696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$419Average$731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$488Average$856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$518Average$749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$604Average$768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AeromexicoCheapest$769Average$1,244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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