$114 Cheap Flights from New York (JFK) to San Jose (SJC)

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Popular airlines from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)

Cheap Flights from New York to San Jose (JFK-SJC)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $114 for one-way flights and $234 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Alaska Airlines
Wed, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 10
JFK
New York
SJC
San Jose
$234 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$234
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from New York to San Jose, returning Mon, Nov 10, priced at $234 found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Fri, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 1
JFK
New York
SJC
San Jose
$239 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$239
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from New York to San Jose, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $239 found 21 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 8
JFK
New York
SJC
San Jose
$240 Roundtrip, just found
$240
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 5 from New York to San Jose, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $240 just found
American Airlines
Mon, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 3
JFK
New York
SJC
San Jose
$244 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$244
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 24 from New York to San Jose, returning Wed, Dec 3, priced at $244 found 3 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Sep 5 - Tue, Oct 7
JFK
New York
SJC
San Jose
$246 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$246
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 5 from New York to San Jose, returning Tue, Oct 7, priced at $246 found 10 hours ago
Delta
Sat, Nov 8 - Mon, Nov 10
JFK
New York
SJC
San Jose
$248 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$248
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Nov 8 from New York to San Jose, returning Mon, Nov 10, priced at $248 found 2 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 7
JFK
New York
SJC
San Jose
$250 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$250
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from New York to San Jose, returning Tue, Oct 7, priced at $250 found 12 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Jan 14 - Wed, Jan 21
JFK
New York
SJC
San Jose
$253 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$253
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 14 from New York to San Jose, returning Wed, Jan 21, priced at $253 found 13 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Sep 23 - Tue, Oct 7
JFK
New York
SJC
San Jose
$254 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$254
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 23 from New York to San Jose, returning Tue, Oct 7, priced at $254 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Tue, Sep 16 - Sat, Sep 20
JFK
New York
SJC
San Jose
$256 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$256
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from New York to San Jose, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $256 found 5 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York (JFK) to San Jose (SJC)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $138 - $501 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. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 40 minutes. Flights from $247
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center40 min
Flights from $247
Select flight to Oakland Intl. OAK. Average driving time to city center is 41 minutes. Flights from $417
OAK
Oakland Intl.
Average driving time to city center41 min
Flights from $417
Flights from New York (JFK) to San Jose (SJC)
Origin airport
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Destination airport
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines
Roundtrip price
$234
Distance
2562 mi

New York to San Jose Flights

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

 

The best time to book a flight from New York to San Jose

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from New York 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 New York 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 New York to San Jose in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $114 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 New York 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 New York 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.

 

*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 John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $114 or cheap return flight from $234 from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
The cheapest month to fly from JFK to SJC is October, when there's less demand. Off-peak season is usually when you'll find cheap fares for travel between these airports.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
Use the filters on Expedia to compare airlines and find the cheapest carrier that'll fly you from JFK to SJC. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to snag a great deal.
How many flights per day from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
There are no daily nonstop flights available from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC). But you can book flights with layovers. Filter your search on Expedia to include one or two stops, and you'll be on your way before you know it.
What day of the week has the most flights from JFK to SJC?
Generally you'll have the most choice when it comes to flights on a Friday. Tuesdays tend to be the quietest.* But this can change 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 airline has the least delays from JFK to SJC?
Consider booking with Delta Air Lines if you'd like to go straight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) without any holdups. This airline has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 97%. Want real-time updates? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
To touch down at Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) without delays, opt for a flight that takes off from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) before 3 PM. The chance 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 John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
Browse your flight options from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). This is the only San Jose airport you can jet into if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) last-minute?
Booking your flight from JFK to SJC right before your trip is usually more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your departure dates and times, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a JFK to SJC flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a JFK to SJC flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. What's more, having everything in one easy place takes the hassle out of planning your trip. Just pick your flights and choose from our wide range of hotels, then personalize your trip with extras like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
In most cases, you're able to cancel or reschedule your JFK to SJC flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if you booked over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's policies and fees on flight changes, or if you want further information, head to our Customer Service portal.

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