$169+ 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 9/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SJO
Sep 15 — Sep 221
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to San JoséExplore 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 August 16, 2026.
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 August 16, 2026.
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/47:35 pm -
2 stops25h 25m
Sat 10/107:15 am -
2 stops28h 05m
Deal found 8/11![Air Canada logo]()
$709
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Sat 9/129:00 am -
1 stop9h 49m
Tue 9/227:00 am -
2 stops26h 14m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$712
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Thu 10/158:47 am -
1 stop9h 43m
Tue 11/31:46 am -
1 stop17h 35m
Deal found 8/16![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$713
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/197:35 pm -
2 stops25h 25m
Tue 10/277:45 am -
1 stop14h 45m
Deal found 8/11![Air Canada logo]()
$714
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Sat 10/104:51 pm -
1 stop25h 39m
Wed 11/41:46 am -
2 stops21h 01m
Deal found 8/16![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$715
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/304:40 pm -
1 stop28h 20m
Wed 10/147:10 am -
2 stops29h 07m
Deal found 8/13![Air Canada logo]()
$716
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/111:35 pm -
1 stop31h 25m
Sat 9/197:15 am -
2 stops16h 44m
Deal found 8/12![Air Canada logo]()
$717
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/159:43 am -
1 stop11h 22m
Sat 11/211:50 am -
1 stop11h 47m
Deal found 8/11![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$718
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 9/236:35 am -
2 stops11h 10m
Sun 9/2712:35 pm -
2 stops20h 15m
Deal found 8/15![Southwest logo]()
$719
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 10/28:23 am -
1 stop9h 27m
Mon 10/191:15 pm -
2 stops34h 10m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$720
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/196:25 am -
2 stops17h 00m
Thu 1/281:45 am -
1 stop17h 13m
Deal found 8/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$721
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Sat 10/104:51 pm -
1 stop25h 39m
Sat 10/317:10 am -
1 stop9h 42m
Deal found 8/16![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$722
Best flights from San Francisco to San JoséDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to San José that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 16, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to San José that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 16, 2026.
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 10/111:12 am -
1 stop11h 40m
Wed 10/148:45 am -
1 stop10h 25m
Deal found 8/15![Copa Airlines logo]()
$756
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Thu 11/126:40 am -
1 stop14h 25m
Fri 11/131:46 am -
1 stop16h 02m
Deal found 8/13![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$766
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 9/236:35 am -
2 stops11h 10m
Tue 9/299:00 am -
2 stops13h 10m
Deal found 8/15![Southwest logo]()
$771
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 2/112:08 am -
Nonstop6h 24m
Wed 2/109:40 am -
Nonstop7h 05m
Deal found 8/14![United Airlines logo]()
$844
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 12/303:56 pm -
1 stop30h 48m
Wed 1/131:45 am -
2 stops24h 14m
Deal found 8/13![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$809
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 11/112:45 am -
1 stop8h 40m
Mon 12/149:40 am -
Nonstop7h 05m
Deal found 8/13![United Airlines logo]()
$900
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Tue 12/2910:15 am -
1 stop12h 29m
Tue 1/121:45 am -
2 stops20h 04m
Deal found 8/14![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$831
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2612:08 am -
Nonstop6h 24m
Sun 2/281:25 pm -
1 stop13h 11m
Deal found 8/12![United Airlines logo]()
$915
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 9/305:00 am -
1 stop13h 37m
Wed 1/139:40 am -
Nonstop7h 05m
Deal found 8/15![United Airlines logo]()
$923
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 9/3011:35 pm -
Nonstop6h 40m
Thu 1/141:15 am -
1 stop10h 20m
Deal found 8/15![United Airlines logo]()
$929
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2911:59 pm -
1 stop16h 17m
Wed 1/139:40 am -
Nonstop7h 05m
Deal found 8/11![United Airlines logo]()
$978
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to San JoséDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to San José. Data last updated August 16, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to San José. Data last updated August 16, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/85:40 am -
2 stops12h 05m
Sat 9/121:15 pm -
2 stops19h 15m
Deal found 8/11![Southwest logo]()
$714
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/111:35 pm -
1 stop31h 25m
Sat 9/197:15 am -
2 stops16h 44m
Deal found 8/12![Air Canada logo]()
$717
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Sat 9/129:00 am -
1 stop9h 49m
Tue 9/227:00 am -
2 stops26h 14m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$712
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 9/1411:55 pm -
1 stop7h 50m
Mon 9/211:15 pm -
2 stops50h 14m
Deal found 8/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$718
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Tue 9/227:11 pm -
2 stops40h 04m
Sun 9/277:19 am -
1 stop15h 08m
Deal found 8/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$727
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/231:35 pm -
1 stop31h 25m
Sat 10/37:15 am -
2 stops28h 05m
Deal found 8/12![Air Canada logo]()
$709
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2312:05 am -
1 stop20h 55m
Tue 9/297:10 am -
1 stop16h 54m
Deal found 8/13![Air Canada logo]()
$713
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 9/236:35 am -
2 stops11h 10m
Sun 9/2712:35 pm -
2 stops20h 15m
Deal found 8/15![Southwest logo]()
$719
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2511:00 pm -
1 stop11h 56m
Sat 10/31:05 pm -
1 stop11h 12m
Deal found 8/13![JetBlue logo]()
$726
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 9/2811:55 pm -
1 stop21h 01m
Mon 10/51:15 pm -
2 stops30h 09m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$715
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/304:40 pm -
1 stop28h 20m
Wed 10/147:10 am -
2 stops29h 07m
Deal found 8/13![Air Canada logo]()
$716
One-way flights from San Francisco to San JoséSearch for one-way flight options from San Francisco to San José. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 16, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to San José. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 16, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 9/2311:17 am -
2 stops23h 58m
Deal found 8/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$169
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/227:11 pm -
2 stops40h 04m
Deal found 8/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$180
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 10/149:11 am -
2 stops26h 04m
Deal found 8/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$183
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Tue 9/297:11 pm -
2 stops40h 04m
Deal found 8/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$186
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 9/3011:17 am -
2 stops23h 58m
Deal found 8/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$194
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/211:20 am -
2 stops23h 55m
Deal found 8/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$197
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Tue 10/274:00 pm -
2 stops43h 15m
Deal found 8/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$219
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/216:22 am -
2 stops28h 53m
Deal found 8/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$220
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/202:16 pm -
2 stops44h 59m
Deal found 8/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$221
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 August 16, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $709 (Air Canada) |
One-way from | $169 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $763 |
Good round-trip deal | $892 or less |
Good one-way deal | $988 or less |
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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 August 16, 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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Depart
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Cheapest round-trip
San FranciscoSan José
SFO San Francisco - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
SFOSJO
San Francisco
Sun 10/11
1:12 am-1:52 pm
1 stop11h 40m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 10/14
8:45 am-6:10 pm
1 stop10h 25m
$756
San FranciscoSan José
SFO San Francisco - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
SFOSJO
San Francisco
Thu 11/12
6:40 am-11:05 pm
1 stop14h 25m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 11/13
1:46 am-3:48 pm
1 stop16h 02m
$766
San FranciscoSan José
SFO San Francisco - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
SFOSJO
San Francisco
Wed 9/23
6:35 am-6:45 pm
2 stops11h 10m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 9/29
9:00 am-9:10 pm
2 stops13h 10m
$771
San FranciscoSan José
SFO San Francisco - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
SFOSJO
San Francisco
Wed 12/30
3:56 pm-12:44 am
1 stop30h 48m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 1/13
1:45 am-11:59 pm
2 stops24h 14m
$809
San FranciscoSan José
SFO San Francisco - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
SFOSJO
San Francisco
Tue 12/29
10:15 am-12:44 am
1 stop12h 29m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 1/12
1:45 am-7:49 pm
2 stops20h 04m
$831
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoSan José
SFO San Francisco - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
SFOSJO
San Francisco
Mon 2/1
12:08 am-8:32 am
Nonstop6h 24m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 2/10
9:40 am-2:45 pm
Nonstop7h 05m
$844
San FranciscoSan José
SFO San Francisco - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
SFOSJO
San Francisco
Sun 11/1
12:45 am-11:25 am
1 stop8h 40m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 12/14
9:40 am-2:45 pm
Nonstop7h 05m
$900
San FranciscoSan José
SFO San Francisco - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
SFOSJO
San Francisco
Mon 10/26
12:08 am-7:32 am
Nonstop6h 24m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 2/28
1:25 pm-12:36 am
1 stop13h 11m
$915
San FranciscoSan José
SFO San Francisco - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
SFOSJO
San Francisco
Wed 9/30
5:00 am-7:37 pm
1 stop13h 37m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 1/13
9:40 am-2:45 pm
Nonstop7h 05m
$923
San FranciscoSan José
SFO San Francisco - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
SFOSJO
San Francisco
Wed 9/30
11:35 pm-7:15 am
Nonstop6h 40m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 1/14
1:15 am-9:35 am
1 stop10h 20m
$929
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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 August.
| 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 | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star |
- 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.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to San José?
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 59 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to San José (average of $571). Flying from San Francisco to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $905). 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 August 16, 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.
How often are flights from San Francisco to San José delayed?
About 12% of weekly flights between San Francisco and San José have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 96 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to San José flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to San José flights?
Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from San Francisco to San José?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Francisco 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 52% of 1-stop itineraries from San Francisco to San José on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San Francisco to San José?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San Francisco to San José, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
San Salvador (SAL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $642.
What’s the fastest layover option from San Francisco to San José?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to San José, 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: 7h 38m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Francisco to San José?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to San José, 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 03m.
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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 August 16, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines,Copa Airlines, andUnited 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.
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentFranzi,Mar 2026
SFO - PDX
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentFranzi,Mar 2026
SFO - PDX
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentFranzi,Mar 2026
SFO - PDX
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentFranzi,Mar 2026
SFO - PDX
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentFranzi,Mar 2026
SFO - PDX
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentFranzi,Mar 2026
SFO - PDX
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
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| Cheapest$234 | Average$487 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$242 | Average$537 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$285 | Average$699 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$337 | Average$596 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$353 | Average$701 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$394 | Average$696 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$549 | Average$883 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$593 | Average$859 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |