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$188+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana, CA (SNA) 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 2/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — SJO
Feb 20 — Feb 271
Fri 2/20
Fri 2/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to San José

Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2026.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/186:45 am
SNA
-
SJO
3 stops38h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/234:17 pm
SJO
-
SNA
3 stops30h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$432
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/187:14 pm
SNA
-
SJO
1 stop17h 08m
American Airlines
Sat 4/2511:35 pm
SJO
-
SNA
1 stop9h 53m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/20$516
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/97:18 pm
SNA
-
SJO
1 stop17h 37m
American Airlines
Thu 3/126:00 am
SJO
-
SNA
1 stop15h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/20$530
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 4/232:38 pm
SNA
-
SJO
1 stop15h 37m
United Airlines
Sat 5/28:45 am
SJO
-
SNA
1 stop13h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/20$536
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/237:48 pm
SNA
-
SJO
2 stops16h 07m
American Airlines
Thu 2/2612:35 am
SJO
-
SNA
1 stop9h 58m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/19$546
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 2/236:35 pm
SNA
-
SJO
1 stop11h 57m
United Airlines
Fri 2/272:20 pm
SJO
-
SNA
1 stop9h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/19$588
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/187:22 pm
SNA
-
SJO
1 stop11h 10m
United Airlines
Mon 2/238:45 am
SJO
-
SNA
1 stop15h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/21$589
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/126:55 pm
SNA
-
SJO
2 stops15h 10m
American Airlines
Fri 9/187:00 am
SJO
-
SNA
2 stops15h 48m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/21$593

Find flight deals from Santa Ana to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) to San José (SJO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 21, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$432
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$188
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$715
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana to San José that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to San José that are best for you.

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Santa AnaSan José

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 2/18

6:45 am-11:13 pm

3 stops38h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/23

4:20 pm-8:57 pm

2 stops30h 37m

$486

Santa AnaSan José

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 4/18

7:14 pm-1:22 pm

1 stop17h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/25

11:35 pm-8:28 am

1 stop9h 53m

$516

Santa AnaSan José

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 4/14

5:34 pm-11:53 pm

2 stops29h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/21

12:55 am-8:23 pm

2 stops20h 28m

$536

Santa AnaSan José

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 4/23

6:39 pm-10:11 am

2 stops14h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/27

8:45 am-8:55 pm

1 stop13h 10m

$536

Santa AnaSan José

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 2/23

7:48 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops16h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/26

12:35 am-8:33 am

1 stop9h 58m

$546

Santa AnaSan José

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 2/23

6:35 pm-8:32 am

1 stop11h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/27

2:20 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$588

Santa AnaSan José

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 2/18

7:22 pm-8:32 am

1 stop11h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/23

8:45 am-9:45 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$589

Santa AnaSan José

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 3/10

12:29 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop8h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/24

5:30 am-2:11 pm

1 stop9h 41m

$604

Santa AnaSan José

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 2/7

6:45 am-12:22 pm

3 stops27h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/13

1:31 pm-3:42 pm

3 stops28h 11m

$609

Santa AnaSan José

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 3/9

6:45 am-12:08 am

2 stops16h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/11

1:28 am-9:29 am

2 stops33h 01m

$624

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Compare providers for flights from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to San José in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

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

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana, California-San José flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Ana, California-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Ana, California-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana, California-San José flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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 Santa Ana, California-San José flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to San José

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Ana to San José

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Ana, California to San José?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to San José (average of $152). Flying from Santa Ana, California to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $294). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San José. Reviews last updated January 21, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Santa Ana 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,191 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,191 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,191 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,174 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,191 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Ana to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Ana, California to San José?

    There are many flights that can get you from Santa Ana, California to San José in 14h 32m. Fly via American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 2685 mi between Santa Ana, California and San José. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Ana, California to San José round-trip?

    Currently priced at $526, United Airlines will fly you from Santa Ana, California to San José and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on American Airlines for as low as $632. United Airlines is currently priced 23% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Ana to San José?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Santa Ana to San José.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana, California to San José?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to San José (average of $152). Flying from Santa Ana, California to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $294). 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 2 airlines flying from Santa Ana to San José

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Santa Ana to San José. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$526Average$685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$632Average$730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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