$118 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to San José del Cabo (SJD)

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to San José del Cabo (SFO-SJD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $118 for one-way flights and $274 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Bargain Flight
Tue, Aug 5 - Fri, Aug 8
SFO
San Francisco
SJD
San José del Cabo
$274 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$274
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Tue, Aug 5 from San Francisco to San José del Cabo, returning Fri, Aug 8, priced at $274 found 1 hour ago
Bargain Flight
Sun, Jul 27 - Wed, Jul 30
SFO
San Francisco
SJD
San José del Cabo
$275 Roundtrip, just found
$275
Roundtrip
just found
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Sun, Jul 27 from San Francisco to San José del Cabo, returning Wed, Jul 30, priced at $275 just found
United
Sun, Jul 27 - Wed, Jul 30
SFO
San Francisco
SJD
San José del Cabo
$276 Roundtrip, just found
$276
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Sun, Jul 27 from San Francisco to San José del Cabo, returning Wed, Jul 30, priced at $276 just found
Hawaiian Airlines
Sun, Aug 17 - Tue, Aug 19
SFO
San Francisco
SJD
San José del Cabo
$276 Roundtrip, just found
$276
Roundtrip
just found
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 17 from San Francisco to San José del Cabo, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $276 just found
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 20
SFO
San Francisco
SJD
San José del Cabo
$277 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$277
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 12 from San Francisco to San José del Cabo, returning Wed, Aug 20, priced at $277 found 1 hour ago
United
Sun, Jul 27 - Wed, Jul 30
SFO
San Francisco
SJD
San José del Cabo
$279 Roundtrip, just found
$279
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Sun, Jul 27 from San Francisco to San José del Cabo, returning Wed, Jul 30, priced at $279 just found
Bargain Flight
Tue, Oct 7 - Fri, Oct 10
SFO
San Francisco
SJD
San José del Cabo
$280 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$280
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from San Francisco to San José del Cabo, returning Fri, Oct 10, priced at $280 found 6 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Jul 30 - Fri, Aug 1
SFO
San Francisco
SJD
San José del Cabo
$280 Roundtrip, just found
$280
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jul 30 from San Francisco to San José del Cabo, returning Fri, Aug 1, priced at $280 just found
Southwest Airlines
Sun, Jul 27 - Wed, Jul 30
SFO
San Francisco
SJD
San José del Cabo
$282 Roundtrip, just found
$282
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jul 27 from San Francisco to San José del Cabo, returning Wed, Jul 30, priced at $282 just found
American Airlines
Sat, Aug 2 - Thu, Aug 7
SFO
San Francisco
SJD
San José del Cabo
$282 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$282
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 2 from San Francisco to San José del Cabo, returning Thu, Aug 7, priced at $282 found 1 hour ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to San José del Cabo (SJD)

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $269 - $400 per traveler.

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Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to San José del Cabo (SJD)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Los Cabos Intl.
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$273
Distance
1249 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 12 mins

San Francisco to San José del Cabo Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco to San José del Cabo

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 Francisco to San José del Cabo are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to San José del Cabo with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Francisco to San José del Cabo

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco to San José del Cabo: 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 Francisco to San José del Cabo

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 Francisco to San José del Cabo in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $118 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 Francisco to San José del Cabo 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 Francisco to San José del Cabo 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 Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Cabos Intl. Airport (SJD) cost?
You can score cheap return flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Cabos Intl. Airport (SJD) starting from $274. Snag a seat and set off on your next adventure. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Alaska Airlines flight leaving SFO on July 21 2025 and touching down at SJD. The price was last updated on June 29 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SFO to SJD?
The cheapest flights from SFO to SJD are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Cabos Intl. Airport (SJD)?
Hop on a nonstop flight with United Airlines and travel straight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Cabos Intl. Airport (SJD).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SFO to SJD?
Currently, the cheapest carrier offering one-way flights from SFO to SJD is United. You can take off on this route from $119. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SFO on September 24 2025. Prices were last updated on June 29 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Cabos Intl. Airport (SJD)?
With an average of 3 nonstop flights departing from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Cabos Intl. Airport (SJD) daily, you'll be jetting off in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Cabos Intl. Airport (SJD)?
More people fly between SFO and SJD at 9 AM than at any other time. Prefer a quieter experience? Consider flying outside peak hours and you're likely to save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to SJD?
If you fly on a Saturday, you'll get the widest range of options for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Cabos Intl. Airport (SJD).
What is the earliest flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Cabos Intl. Airport (SJD)?
The earliest flight leaving San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) is at around 8:00AM UTC-8. Board this plane and you'll reach Los Cabos Intl. Airport (SJD) at approximately 12:11PM UTC-7. The overall travel time is 3h 11m.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Cabos Intl. Airport (SJD)?
It usually takes 3 hours and 12 minutes to cover the 1,250 mi from SFO to SJD.
What airline has the least delays from SFO to SJD?
Consider traveling with United Airlines if you'd like to fly straight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Cabos Intl. Airport (SJD) without any interruptions. This airline has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 82%. Want to be updated if anything changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Cabos Intl. Airport (SJD)?
Select a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Cabos Intl. Airport (SJD) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations and delays. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**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 Cabo San Lucas from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Los Cabos Intl. Airport (SJD) is the only airport in Cabo San Lucas with direct flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Browse the available options and discover cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Cabos Intl. Airport (SJD) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from SFO to SJD are generally more expensive. For the cheapest rates, start searching for flights as soon as possible. That being said, if you're flexible with your travel plans, you may find a cheap ticket just before your departure.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to SJD flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a SFO to SJD flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better yet, having everything in one convenient place will take the stress out of planning your trip. Just secure your flights and choose from our wide range of hotels, then personalize your trip with other add-ons like tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Cabos Intl. Airport (SJD)?
If you booked your SFO to SJD flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the ticket type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, go to our Customer Service portal for more information.

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