$227+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to San José (SJO)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SJO
Oct 7 — Oct 141
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 September 7, 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 September 7, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 9/285:05 pm -
2 stops18h 40m
Mon 10/51:30 pm -
2 stops12h 15m
Deal found 9/7![Southwest logo]()
$714
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 10/16:45 am -
2 stops11h 55m
Wed 10/71:00 pm -
2 stops10h 50m
Deal found 9/3![Southwest logo]()
$715
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 10/211:17 am -
2 stops33h 39m
Mon 10/57:10 am -
1 stop28h 12m
Deal found 9/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$716
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 11/1212:45 am -
1 stop8h 40m
Sun 11/229:40 am -
Nonstop7h 02m
Deal found 9/3![United Airlines logo]()
$718
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 9/2911:17 am -
2 stops33h 39m
Mon 10/57:10 am -
1 stop28h 12m
Deal found 9/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$719
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/118:58 am -
2 stops26h 17m
Tue 10/207:07 am -
1 stop16h 46m
Deal found 9/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$720
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 9/2810:24 pm -
2 stops46h 32m
Mon 10/57:10 am -
1 stop28h 12m
Deal found 9/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$721
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Tue 9/2911:55 pm -
1 stop7h 50m
Sun 10/45:05 am -
1 stop18h 30m
Deal found 9/3![Avianca logo]()
$722
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/118:58 am -
2 stops26h 17m
Thu 10/227:07 am -
1 stop16h 46m
Deal found 9/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$723
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 10/155:05 am -
2 stops13h 35m
Mon 10/261:30 pm -
2 stops12h 15m
Deal found 9/2![Southwest logo]()
$724
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Thu 10/811:55 pm -
1 stop7h 50m
Sun 10/185:05 am -
1 stop8h 45m
Deal found 9/2![Avianca logo]()
$725
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 11/1211:06 am -
2 stops12h 19m
Tue 11/171:46 am -
1 stop20h 46m
Deal found 9/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$726
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 September 7, 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 September 7, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 9/223:45 pm -
2 stops20h 00m
Tue 9/299:00 am -
2 stops13h 10m
Deal found 9/5![Southwest logo]()
$714
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Fri 11/611:15 pm -
1 stop10h 10m
Mon 11/169:40 am -
Nonstop7h 02m
Deal found 9/6![United Airlines logo]()
$718
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 9/168:21 pm -
1 stop16h 31m
Sun 9/278:12 am -
1 stop16h 28m
Deal found 9/6![Copa Airlines logo]()
$806
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Mon 11/96:59 pm -
2 stops26h 06m
Wed 11/111:46 am -
1 stop17h 35m
Deal found 9/3![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$906
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 9/297:55 pm -
2 stops15h 50m
Fri 10/29:00 am -
2 stops15h 10m
Deal found 9/6![Southwest logo]()
$735
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/1911:59 pm -
1 stop11h 22m
Mon 10/268:40 am -
Nonstop7h 02m
Deal found 9/4![United Airlines logo]()
$768
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 9/297:55 pm -
2 stops15h 50m
Mon 10/51:30 pm -
2 stops12h 15m
Deal found 9/2![Southwest logo]()
$865
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 11/56:35 pm -
1 stop14h 50m
Mon 11/169:40 am -
Nonstop7h 02m
Deal found 9/3![United Airlines logo]()
$868
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 9/2411:35 pm -
Nonstop6h 40m
Wed 10/77:55 am -
1 stop11h 39m
Deal found 9/2![United Airlines logo]()
$924
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 11/2412:08 am -
Nonstop6h 24m
Wed 12/29:40 am -
Nonstop7h 02m
Deal found 9/6![United Airlines logo]()
$944
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 9/2911:59 pm -
1 stop11h 22m
Fri 10/28:45 am -
Nonstop6h 45m
Deal found 9/6![United Airlines logo]()
$968
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to San JoséDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to San José. Data last updated September 7, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to San José. Data last updated September 7, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 9/2412:07 pm -
1 stop29h 43m
Mon 10/51:15 pm -
2 stops43h 59m
Deal found 9/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$728
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 9/285:05 pm -
2 stops18h 40m
Mon 10/51:30 pm -
2 stops12h 15m
Deal found 9/7![Southwest logo]()
$714
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 9/2810:24 pm -
2 stops46h 32m
Mon 10/57:10 am -
1 stop28h 12m
Deal found 9/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$721
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 9/2911:17 am -
2 stops33h 39m
Mon 10/57:10 am -
1 stop28h 12m
Deal found 9/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$719
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Tue 9/2911:55 pm -
1 stop7h 50m
Sun 10/45:05 am -
1 stop18h 30m
Deal found 9/3![Avianca logo]()
$722
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 10/16:45 am -
2 stops11h 55m
Wed 10/71:00 pm -
2 stops10h 50m
Deal found 9/3![Southwest logo]()
$715
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 10/211:17 am -
2 stops33h 39m
Mon 10/57:10 am -
1 stop28h 12m
Deal found 9/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$716
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 10/79:00 am -
2 stops35h 56m
Tue 10/207:07 am -
1 stop16h 46m
Deal found 9/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$727
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Thu 10/811:55 pm -
1 stop7h 50m
Fri 10/235:05 am -
1 stop8h 45m
Deal found 9/2![Avianca logo]()
$725
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/118:58 am -
2 stops26h 17m
Tue 10/207:07 am -
1 stop16h 46m
Deal found 9/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$720
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/118:58 am -
2 stops26h 17m
Thu 10/227:07 am -
1 stop16h 46m
Deal found 9/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$723
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 10/155:05 am -
2 stops13h 35m
Mon 10/261:30 pm -
2 stops12h 15m
Deal found 9/2![Southwest logo]()
$724
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 September 7, 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 September 7, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 11/18:50 pm -
2 stops13h 30m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/6![Southwest logo]()
$227
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 10/207:11 pm -
2 stops40h 04m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$237
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$239
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 10/107:25 pm -
2 stops39h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$242
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 10/219:11 am -
2 stops26h 04m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$243
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 12/27:30 pm -
2 stops27h 55m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$245
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 11/810:23 pm -
2 stops25h 02m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$253
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$254
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 11/158:45 pm -
2 stops13h 35m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/3![Southwest logo]()
$260
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 September 7, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $714 (Southwest) |
One-way from | $227 (Southwest) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $786 |
Good round-trip deal | $878 or less |
Good one-way deal | $808 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 7, 2026.
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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 12/6
8:45 pm-12:20 pm
2 stops13h 35m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$282
San FranciscoSan José
SFO San Francisco - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
SFOSJO
San Francisco
Sun 9/27
11:17 am-12:15 pm
3 stops23h 58m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$334
San FranciscoSan José
SFO San Francisco - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
SFOSJO
San Francisco
Fri 11/13
8:43 am-11:05 pm
1 stop12h 22m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$364
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoSan José
SFO San Francisco - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
SFOSJO
San Francisco
Sat 10/31
8:47 am-8:31 pm
1 stop10h 44m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$376
San FranciscoSan José
SFO San Francisco - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
SFOSJO
San Francisco
Sat 10/3
6:20 am-7:40 pm
2 stops12h 20m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$383
San FranciscoSan José
SFO San Francisco - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
SFOSJO
San Francisco
Wed 10/14
7:11 pm-7:30 pm
2 stops23h 19m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$385
San FranciscoSan José
SFO San Francisco - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
SFOSJO
San Francisco
Fri 10/2
8:29 pm-12:45 pm
1 stop15h 16m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$421
San FranciscoSan José
SFO San Francisco - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
SFOSJO
San Francisco
Tue 11/24
7:45 am-11:51 pm
2 stops38h 06m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$422
San FranciscoSan José
SFO San Francisco - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
SFOSJO
San Francisco
Fri 10/30
7:11 pm-8:31 pm
2 stops24h 20m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$430
San FranciscoSan José
SFO San Francisco - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
SFOSJO
San Francisco
Sat 10/10
4:51 pm-7:30 pm
1 stop25h 39m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$475
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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 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 Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
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| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
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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 $929). 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 September 7, 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 97 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 September 7, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Copa Airlines,United Airlines, andAmerican 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.
Overall
7.6
Comfort
7.4
Food
6.9
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
6.9
Boarding
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jul 2026
BOS - PTY
Overall
7.6
Comfort
7.4
Food
6.9
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
6.9
Boarding
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jul 2026
BOS - PTY
Overall
7.6
Comfort
7.4
Food
6.9
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
6.9
Boarding
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jul 2026
BOS - PTY
Overall
7.6
Comfort
7.4
Food
6.9
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
6.9
Boarding
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jul 2026
BOS - PTY
Overall
7.6
Comfort
7.4
Food
6.9
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
6.9
Boarding
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jul 2026
BOS - PTY
Overall
7.6
Comfort
7.4
Food
6.9
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
6.9
Boarding
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Jul 2026
BOS - PTY
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
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| Cheapest$188 | Average$696 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$234 | Average$507 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$280 | Average$537 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$337 | Average$610 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$353 | Average$730 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$436 | Average$715 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$539 | Average$682 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$549 | Average$883 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$593 | Average$873 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |