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$129+ 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 2/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — SJO
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$427
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$129
(CheapOair)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$453
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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 October 30, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/111:31 pmSNA - SJO
2 stops20h 54mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/131:55 amSJO - SNA
2 stops40h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$367
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/111:31 pmSNA - SJO
2 stops20h 54mSpirit Airlines
Fri 11/141:30 pmSJO - SNA
3 stops25h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$378
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/156:45 amSNA - SJO
3 stops27h 40mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/251:20 pmSJO - SNA
3 stops25h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$427
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Tue 11/116:45 amSNA - SJO
3 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/181:30 pmSJO - SNA
3 stops25h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$444
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/56:45 amSNA - SJO
3 stops27h 40mSpirit Airlines
Wed 11/121:30 pmSJO - SNA
3 stops25h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/29$448
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Tue 11/111:31 pmSNA - SJO
2 stops20h 54mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/181:30 pmSJO - SNA
3 stops25h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/29$453
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/76:45 amSNA - SJO
3 stops27h 40mSpirit Airlines
Thu 11/131:30 pmSJO - SNA
3 stops25h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$497
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/41:31 pmSNA - SJO
2 stops20h 54mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/61:55 amSJO - SNA
2 stops42h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$510
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/266:55 pmSNA - SJO
1 stop17h 34mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/36:22 amSJO - SNA
2 stops13h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$514
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/56:45 amSNA - SJO
3 stops27h 40mSpirit Airlines
Mon 11/101:30 pmSJO - SNA
3 stops25h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$527
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sun 12/148:19 pmSNA - SJO
2 stops14h 06mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/211:31 pmSJO - SNA
3 stops22h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/29$556

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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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to San José that are best for you.

Fly from

Santa Ana

Fly to

San José

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Depart

Return

Price

Santa AnaSan José

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 11/11

6:45 am-3:20 pm

3 stops30h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/18

1:30 pm-12:36 pm

3 stops25h 06m

$444

Santa AnaSan José

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 12/2

7:25 pm-11:52 am

2 stops14h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 12/7

6:20 am-5:59 pm

1 stop13h 39m

$567

Santa AnaSan José

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 12/14

8:19 pm-3:20 pm

3 stops17h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 12/21

1:31 pm-10:16 am

3 stops22h 45m

$571

Santa AnaSan José

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 4/11

8:01 pm-1:09 pm

2 stops16h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/22

11:59 pm-2:54 pm

2 stops15h 55m

$580

Santa AnaSan José

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 1/22

6:45 am-12:01 am

2 stops15h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/26

1:16 am-2:19 pm

2 stops15h 03m

$581

Santa AnaSan José

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 3/3

8:55 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops24h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/4

2:26 am-6:44 pm

2 stops18h 18m

$598

Santa AnaSan José

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 1/13

6:25 pm-8:32 am

1 stop12h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/20

6:30 am-8:42 pm

2 stops16h 12m

$600

Santa AnaSan José

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 3/3

6:35 pm-1:15 pm

3 stops16h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/5

2:20 pm-9:11 am

2 stops20h 51m

$604

Santa AnaSan José

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 1/16

6:45 am-7:30 pm

2 stops10h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/25

9:40 am-8:25 pm

2 stops12h 45m

$622

Santa AnaSan José

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 4/10

6:45 am-7:00 pm

2 stops11h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/18

12:25 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$622

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Deals found on 10/30

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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 October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 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 eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Santa Ana, California-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >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 eDreams the most. eDreams 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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San José from Santa Ana with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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 $153). Flying from Santa Ana, California to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 SNA to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana 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 October 30, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Santa Ana, California to San José in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 25% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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 October 30, 2025.
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
8,998 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

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
8,998 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

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
11,035 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

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 27m. Fly via American Airlines or Alaska 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 $585, 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 $670. United Airlines is currently priced 20% 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 $153). Flying from Santa Ana, California to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$585Average$760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$670Average$730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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