$39 Cheap Flights from San Diego (SAN) to San Jose (SJC)

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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 $39 for one-way flights and $82 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Wed, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 23
SAN
San Diego
SJC
San Jose
$82 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$82
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 17 from San Diego to San Jose, returning Tue, Sep 23, priced at $82 found 1 hour ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Oct 27 - Thu, Nov 6
SAN
San Diego
SJC
San Jose
$82 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$82
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 27 from San Diego to San Jose, returning Thu, Nov 6, priced at $82 found 2 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Sep 10 - Sat, Sep 20
SAN
San Diego
SJC
San Jose
$86 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$86
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 10 from San Diego to San Jose, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $86 found 2 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, Nov 15 - Wed, Nov 19
SAN
San Diego
SJC
San Jose
$87 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$87
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 15 from San Diego to San Jose, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $87 found 15 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Sep 16 - Sat, Sep 20
SAN
San Diego
SJC
San Jose
$91 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$91
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from San Diego to San Jose, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $91 found 15 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 3
SAN
San Diego
SJC
San Jose
$92 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$92
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from San Diego to San Jose, returning Mon, Nov 3, priced at $92 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 10
SAN
San Diego
SJC
San Jose
$96 Roundtrip, just found
$96
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 3 from San Diego to San Jose, returning Wed, Sep 10, priced at $96 just found
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 3
SAN
San Diego
SJC
San Jose
$97 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$97
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from San Diego to San Jose, returning Mon, Nov 3, priced at $97 found 1 hour ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Wed, Nov 19 - Tue, Dec 2
SAN
San Diego
SJC
San Jose
$97 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$97
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 19 from San Diego to San Jose, returning Tue, Dec 2, priced at $97 found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Sat, Sep 13 - Tue, Sep 16
SAN
San Diego
SJC
San Jose
$159 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$159
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from San Diego to San Jose, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $159 found 3 hours ago

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

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $42 - $101 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near San Jose

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

Select flight to San Francisco Intl. SFO. Average driving time to city center is 40 minutes. Flights from $103
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
Average driving time to city center40 min
Flights from $103
Select flight to Oakland Intl. OAK. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 41 minutes. Flights from $54
OAK
Oakland Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center41 min
Flights from $54
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, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$71
Distance
417 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 25 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 September. 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 $39 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 $39 or cheap return flight from $82 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 September, 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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