$147 Cheap Flights from San Jose (SJC) to Guadalajara (GDL)

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Cheap Flights from San Jose to Guadalajara (SJC-GDL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $147 for one-way flights and $317 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Volaris
Wed, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 18
SJC
San Jose
GDL
Guadalajara
$317 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$317
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Wed, Jan 28 from San Jose to Guadalajara, returning Wed, Feb 18, priced at $317 found 5 hours ago
Volaris
Wed, Jan 28 - Sun, Feb 1
SJC
San Jose
GDL
Guadalajara
$319 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$319
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Wed, Jan 28 from San Jose to Guadalajara, returning Sun, Feb 1, priced at $319 found 1 hour ago
Volaris
Wed, Jan 28 - Sun, Feb 1
SJC
San Jose
GDL
Guadalajara
$324 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$324
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Wed, Jan 28 from San Jose to Guadalajara, returning Sun, Feb 1, priced at $324 found 1 hour ago
Volaris
Fri, Nov 28 - Sun, Dec 14
SJC
San Jose
GDL
Guadalajara
$328 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$328
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Fri, Nov 28 from San Jose to Guadalajara, returning Sun, Dec 14, priced at $328 found 1 day ago
Volaris
Tue, Feb 17 - Fri, Mar 6
SJC
San Jose
GDL
Guadalajara
$332 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$332
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Tue, Feb 17 from San Jose to Guadalajara, returning Fri, Mar 6, priced at $332 found 4 days ago
Volaris
Wed, Aug 13 - Wed, Aug 20
SJC
San Jose
GDL
Guadalajara
$334 Roundtrip, just found
$334
Roundtrip
just found
Select Volaris flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from San Jose to Guadalajara, returning Wed, Aug 20, priced at $334 just found
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Aug 19 - Tue, Aug 26
SJC
San Jose
GDL
Guadalajara
$353 Roundtrip, just found
$353
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from San Jose to Guadalajara, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $353 just found
Frontier Airlines
Tue, Aug 12 - Tue, Aug 26
SJC
San Jose
GDL
Guadalajara
$382 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$382
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 12 from San Jose to Guadalajara, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $382 found 4 days ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Tue, Nov 25 - Thu, Dec 4
SJC
San Jose
GDL
Guadalajara
$441 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$441
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 25 from San Jose to Guadalajara, returning Thu, Dec 4, priced at $441 found 4 days ago
American Airlines
Thu, Jul 31 - Thu, Aug 14
SJC
San Jose
GDL
Guadalajara
$487 Roundtrip, just found
$487
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jul 31 from San Jose to Guadalajara, returning Thu, Aug 14, priced at $487 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Jose (SJC) to Guadalajara (GDL)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $234 - $361 per traveler.

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Flights from San Jose (SJC) to Guadalajara (GDL)
Origin airport
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
Destination airport
Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl.
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, United, Volaris
Roundtrip price
$316
Distance
1613 mi
Average flight time
4 hours 49 mins

San Jose to Guadalajara Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Jose to Guadalajara

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

 

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

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

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 Guadalajara in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $147 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 Guadalajara 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 Guadalajara 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 Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl. Airport (GDL) cost?
Cheap round-trip fares from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl. Airport (GDL) start at $304. 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 Volaris flight leaving SJC on July 31 2025 and touching down at GDL. The price was last updated on July 4 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SJC to GDL?
The cheapest flights from SJC to GDL 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 Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl. Airport (GDL)?
When setting off from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), you can take a direct flight to Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl. Airport (GDL) with Volaris.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SJC to GDL?
With tickets starting at $147 for a one-way flight from SJC to GDL, Volaris is currently the cheapest carrier operating this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SJC on September 23 2025. Prices were last updated on July 4 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl. Airport (GDL)?
Each day, an average of 2 nonstop flights take off from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl. Airport (GDL). Pick the departure time that works for you.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl. Airport (GDL)?
Flights between SJC and GDL are their busiest at 10 AM. If you're after a less crowded experience and potentially cheaper prices, choose a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from SJC to GDL?
Friday offers the most flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl. Airport (GDL). Consider traveling on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a departure that fits your plans.
What is the earliest flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl. Airport (GDL)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 10:32AM UTC-8, leaving from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC). You'll be flying for approximately 3h 38m, arriving at Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl. Airport (GDL) at approximately 4:10PM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl. Airport (GDL)?
It usually takes 3 hours and 37 minutes to fly the 1,600 mi from SJC to GDL.
What airline has the least delays from SJC to GDL?
With 83% of journeys typically landing on time, Frontier Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl. Airport (GDL). To keep track of your flight status and receive notifications if anything changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl. Airport (GDL)?
To arrive at Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl. Airport (GDL) without delays, opt for a flight that leaves from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) 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 Guadalajara from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
If you're taking a direct flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Guadalajara, Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl. Airport (GDL) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl. Airport (GDL) last-minute?
Booking your flight from SJC to GDL shortly before your getaway is typically more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your travel dates and times, you could land a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SJC to GDL flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a SJC to GDL flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better still, managing everything in one place will take the stress out of travel planning. Simply secure your flights and choose from our extensive 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 Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl. Airport (GDL)?
It's usually possible to reschedule or cancel your SJC to GDL flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and if any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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