San José

$229+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to San José (SJO)

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SFO — SJO
Aug 2 — Aug 91
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in August or September, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 July 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$443
(JetBlue)

One-way from

$229
(Expedia)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$658

Good round-trip deal

$686 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. 16% potential increase in price ($121 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($35 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip 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 July 28, 2025.

This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/229:25 pmSFO - SJO
1 stop13h 30mJetBlue
Wed 9/31:00 pmSJO - SFO
1 stop11h 10mJetBlue
Deal found 7/28$443
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/89:25 amSFO - SJO
1 stop8h 39mAlaska Airlines
Thu 10/236:30 amSJO - SFO
2 stops16h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/28$444
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Wed 8/136:37 amSFO - SJO
2 stops23h 57mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/1711:27 amSJO - SFO
1 stop23h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26$453
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 10/31:31 amSFO - SJO
1 stop11h 23mCopa Airlines
Mon 10/1310:08 amSJO - SFO
1 stop14h 31mCopa Airlines
Deal found 7/27$464

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San Francisco

Fri 8/22

9:25 pm-11:55 am

1 stop13h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/3

1:00 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$443

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Wed 10/8

9:25 am-7:04 pm

1 stop8h 39m

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Mon 10/27

1:11 am-5:27 pm

2 stops17h 16m

$444

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Wed 8/13

6:37 am-7:34 am

2 stops23h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/17

11:27 am-10:25 am

1 stop23h 58m

$453

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Fri 10/3

1:31 am-1:54 pm

1 stop11h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/13

10:08 am-11:39 pm

1 stop14h 31m

$464

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Thu 10/2

10:35 am-11:55 am

1 stop24h 20m

$229

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Tue 9/30

8:00 am-11:14 am

2 stops26h 14m

$231

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Sat 10/25

8:27 am-11:51 pm

2 stops38h 24m

$232

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Fri 10/24

10:29 pm-12:29 pm

1 stop13h 00m

$254

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Sun 8/3

2:20 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$259

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Fri 10/24

1:31 am-1:54 pm

1 stop11h 23m

$289

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

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 July 28, 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 35% 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 July 28, 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).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Francisco to San José, San José Province?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from San Francisco to San José, San José Province?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Francisco to San José, San José Province chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Los Angeles (LAX) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 51% of 1-stop itineraries from San Francisco to San José, San José Province on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San Francisco to San José, San José Province?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San Francisco to San José, San José Province, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Panama City (PTY) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $412.

What’s the fastest layover option from San Francisco to San José, San José Province?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to San José, San José Province, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via San Salvador (SAL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 2h 50m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Francisco to San José, San José Province?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to San José, San José Province, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via San Salvador (SAL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 26m.

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 July 28, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Copa Airlines, and JetBlue 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.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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 9 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 $443 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Alaska Airlines and Copa Airlines, starting at $444 and $464 round-trip. JetBlue is currently priced 26% 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?

    $229 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 Frontier, with prices starting from $232 and $254, 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 $1,337, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $571. The most popular route (San Francisco - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), is priced around $384.

  • 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 $30 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 $14 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 $51 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 9 airlines flying from San Francisco to San José

Discover the top 9 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 July 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$344Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$363Average$556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$398Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$399Average$698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$419Average$732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$498Average$868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$538Average$792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$606Average$770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AeromexicoCheapest$952Average$1,358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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