$80 Cheap Flights from San Jose (SJC) to Carlsbad (CLD)

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Popular airlines from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)

Cheap Flights from San Jose to Carlsbad (SJC-CLD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $80 for one-way flights and $159 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Wed, Oct 29 - Sat, Nov 1
SJC
San Jose
CLD
Carlsbad
$159 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$159
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from San Jose to Carlsbad, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $159 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Fri, Jan 30 - Mon, Feb 2
SJC
San Jose
CLD
Carlsbad
$168 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$168
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 30 from San Jose to Carlsbad, returning Mon, Feb 2, priced at $168 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Thu, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 5
SJC
San Jose
CLD
Carlsbad
$177 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from San Jose to Carlsbad, returning Fri, Dec 5, priced at $177 found 5 days ago
American Airlines
Tue, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 15
SJC
San Jose
CLD
Carlsbad
$181 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$181
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from San Jose to Carlsbad, returning Sat, Nov 15, priced at $181 found 6 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Oct 28 - Fri, Oct 31
SJC
San Jose
CLD
Carlsbad
$190 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$190
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from San Jose to Carlsbad, returning Fri, Oct 31, priced at $190 found 4 days ago
American Airlines
Tue, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 3
SJC
San Jose
CLD
Carlsbad
$191 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$191
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 2 from San Jose to Carlsbad, returning Wed, Dec 3, priced at $191 found 6 days ago
American Airlines
Thu, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 4
SJC
San Jose
CLD
Carlsbad
$199 Roundtrip, just found
$199
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from San Jose to Carlsbad, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $199 just found
American Airlines
Wed, Oct 22 - Sun, Oct 26
SJC
San Jose
CLD
Carlsbad
$201 Roundtrip, just found
$201
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 22 from San Jose to Carlsbad, returning Sun, Oct 26, priced at $201 just found
American Airlines
Wed, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 2
SJC
San Jose
CLD
Carlsbad
$203 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$203
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 26 from San Jose to Carlsbad, returning Tue, Dec 2, priced at $203 found 16 hours ago
American Airlines
Fri, Jan 9 - Sun, Jan 11
SJC
San Jose
CLD
Carlsbad
$208 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$208
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 9 from San Jose to Carlsbad, returning Sun, Jan 11, priced at $208 found 5 hours ago
Flights from San Jose (SJC) to Carlsbad (CLD)
Origin airport
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
Destination airport
McClellan-Palomar
Airlines serving
American Airlines
Roundtrip price
$158
Distance
393 mi

San Jose to Carlsbad Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Jose to Carlsbad

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Jose to Carlsbad are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Jose to Carlsbad with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Jose to Carlsbad

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Jose to Carlsbad: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Jose to Carlsbad

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Jose to Carlsbad in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $80 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Jose to Carlsbad flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Jose to Carlsbad airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

*Terms apply.

 

Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $80 or cheap return flight from $159 from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)?
October is the least expensive month to fly from SJC to CLD. Avoiding peak travel times is often the key to scoring lower fares.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)?
To find the cheapest airline flying from SJC to CLD, use Expedia's filter tool. Customize your search based on your travel style, such as preferred carriers and number of stops. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see the most affordable options first.
How many flights per day from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)?
There aren't any daily direct flights available from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). But you can opt for flights with layovers. Filter your search results on Expedia to include one or two stops, and you'll be soaring above the clouds before you know it.
What day of the week has the most flights from SJC to CLD?
Typically you'll find the most flight options available on a Friday. Tuesdays tend to be the quietest.* However, this can vary based on the airline, season and other factors.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What is the best time to fly from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)?
To avoid possible delays on the Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) route, aim to fly before 3 PM. Flights after this time have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Carlsbad from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
If you're traveling on a direct flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Carlsbad, you'll come into land at either San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) or John Wayne Airport (SNA).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from SJC to CLD right before your journey is generally more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your travel dates and times, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SJC to CLD flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by booking a SJC to CLD flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage it all in one convenient place. After selecting your ideal accommodations and flights, consider adding extras including tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)?
In most instances, you can cancel or modify your SJC to CLD flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if you made your booking more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's policies and fees on flight changes, or if you'd like more details, go to our Customer Service portal.

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