$36 Cheap Flights from San Diego (SAN) to San Jose (SJC)

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Popular airlines from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)

Today's featured flight deals from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)

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Cheap Flights from San Diego to San Jose (SAN-SJC)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $36 for one-way flights and $71 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Wed, Oct 29 - Sat, Nov 1
SAN
San Diego
SJC
San Jose
$71 Roundtrip, just found
$71
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from San Diego to San Jose, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $71 just found
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Oct 29 - Sat, Nov 1
SAN
San Diego
SJC
San Jose
$71 Roundtrip, just found
$71
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from San Diego to San Jose, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $71 just found
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 2
SAN
San Diego
SJC
San Jose
$79 Roundtrip, just found
$79
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from San Diego to San Jose, returning Tue, Sep 2, priced at $79 just found
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Nov 4 - Thu, Nov 6
SAN
San Diego
SJC
San Jose
$80 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$80
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from San Diego to San Jose, returning Thu, Nov 6, priced at $80 found 1 hour ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, Sep 13 - Mon, Sep 15
SAN
San Diego
SJC
San Jose
$80 Roundtrip, just found
$80
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from San Diego to San Jose, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $80 just found
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 4
SAN
San Diego
SJC
San Jose
$84 Roundtrip, just found
$84
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 1 from San Diego to San Jose, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $84 just found
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 5
SAN
San Diego
SJC
San Jose
$86 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$86
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from San Diego to San Jose, returning Wed, Nov 5, priced at $86 found 4 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 4
SAN
San Diego
SJC
San Jose
$86 Roundtrip, just found
$86
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 1 from San Diego to San Jose, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $86 just found
American Airlines
Thu, Dec 4 - Sat, Dec 6
SAN
San Diego
SJC
San Jose
$159 Roundtrip, just found
$159
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from San Diego to San Jose, returning Sat, Dec 6, priced at $159 just found
Delta
Wed, Oct 29 - Sat, Nov 1
SAN
San Diego
SJC
San Jose
$177 Roundtrip, just found
$177
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from San Diego to San Jose, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $177 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego (SAN) to San Jose (SJC)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $38 - $123 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near San Jose

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Oakland Intl. OAK. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 41 minutes. Flights from $58
OAK
Oakland Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center41 min
Flights from $58
Flights from San Diego (SAN) to San Jose (SJC)
Origin airport
San Diego Intl.
Destination airport
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$65
Distance
417 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 27 mins

San Diego to San Jose Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Diego to San Jose

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 Diego to San Jose are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Diego to San Jose with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Diego to San Jose: 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 Diego to San Jose

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 Diego to San Jose in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $36 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 Diego to San Jose 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 Diego to San Jose 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.

 

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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 San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) cost?
Secure a cheap one-way flight from $36 or cheap return flight from $71 from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
The cheapest month to fly from SAN to SJC is October, when demand is low. Off-peak months are typically when better flight deals are available between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC). 3 airlines operate direct flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), including:

  • Southwest Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
While prices may vary depending on when you travel, Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines are go-to choices for flights between San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) and Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC). You can also compare airlines on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the lowest-priced ticket for your SAN to SJC flight.
How many flights per day from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
With an average of 13 direct flights departing from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) each day, you'll be soaring through the skies in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
The 4 PM departures from SAN to SJC are typically the busiest. Prices can be higher for these popular slots. If you're looking to save, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from SAN to SJC?
Friday has the most flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC). Consider traveling on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your itinerary.
What is the earliest flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
The earliest flight taking off from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) is at around 6:35AM UTC-8. Board this flight and you'll touch down at Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) at approximately 8:05AM UTC-8. The total travel time is 1h 30m.
How long does it take to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
The average flight time from SAN to SJC is 1 hour and 32 minutes, covering a total distance of 420 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SAN to SJC?
Alaska Airlines has the best performance for on-time direct flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), with an on-time score of 86%. Use the Expedia App to view your flight schedule before you go and receive notifications about any changes.
What is the best time to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
To touch down at Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) on time, book a flight that takes off from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**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 San Jose from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Book a direct flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to San Jose and arrive at one of these hubs:

  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK)

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from SAN to SJC are usually more expensive. For the cheapest rates, start looking for flights well in advance. That said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, you may score a cheap fare right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book a SAN to SJC flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a SAN to SJC flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better yet, having everything in one place will take the hassle out of planning your trip. Just pick your flights and choose from our extensive range of hotels, then personalize your trip with other add-ons like activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
Typically, you can reschedule or cancel your SAN to SJC flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if you booked more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's policies and fees on flight changes, or if you need further information, head to our Customer Service portal.

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