$196 Cheap Flights from San Jose (SJC) to Zacatecas (ZCL)

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Cheap Flights from San Jose to Zacatecas (SJC-ZCL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $196 for one-way flights and $366 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Volaris
Mon, Nov 24 - Mon, Dec 1
SJC
San Jose
ZCL
Zacatecas
$366 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$366
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Mon, Nov 24 from San Jose to Zacatecas, returning Mon, Dec 1, priced at $366 found 6 days ago
Volaris
Fri, Nov 7 - Fri, Nov 21
SJC
San Jose
ZCL
Zacatecas
$380 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$380
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Fri, Nov 7 from San Jose to Zacatecas, returning Fri, Nov 21, priced at $380 found 1 hour ago
Volaris
Mon, Mar 23 - Mon, Mar 30
SJC
San Jose
ZCL
Zacatecas
$381 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$381
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Mon, Mar 23 from San Jose to Zacatecas, returning Mon, Mar 30, priced at $381 found 3 days ago
Volaris
Fri, Mar 27 - Fri, Apr 17
SJC
San Jose
ZCL
Zacatecas
$385 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$385
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Fri, Mar 27 from San Jose to Zacatecas, returning Fri, Apr 17, priced at $385 found 3 days ago
Volaris
Fri, Nov 28 - Mon, Dec 15
SJC
San Jose
ZCL
Zacatecas
$389 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$389
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Fri, Nov 28 from San Jose to Zacatecas, returning Mon, Dec 15, priced at $389 found 3 hours ago
Volaris
Tue, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 7
SJC
San Jose
ZCL
Zacatecas
$428 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$428
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from San Jose to Zacatecas, returning Tue, Oct 7, priced at $428 found 3 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Tue, Sep 16 - Sat, Sep 20
SJC
San Jose
ZCL
Zacatecas
$439 Roundtrip, just found
$439
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from San Jose to Zacatecas, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $439 just found
Aeromexico
Mon, Mar 23 - Mon, Mar 30
SJC
San Jose
ZCL
Zacatecas
$440 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$440
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Aeromexico flight, departing Mon, Mar 23 from San Jose to Zacatecas, returning Mon, Mar 30, priced at $440 found 3 days ago
Delta
Mon, Dec 15 - Fri, Dec 19
SJC
San Jose
ZCL
Zacatecas
$482 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$482
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Dec 15 from San Jose to Zacatecas, returning Fri, Dec 19, priced at $482 found 4 days ago
American Airlines
Tue, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 28
SJC
San Jose
ZCL
Zacatecas
$483 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$483
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 21 from San Jose to Zacatecas, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $483 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Jose (SJC) to Zacatecas (ZCL)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $294 - $924 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Zacatecas

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

Select flight to General Leobardo C. Ruiz Intl. ZCL. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 24 minutes. Flights from $692
ZCL
General Leobardo C. Ruiz Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center24 min
Flights from $692
Flights from San Jose (SJC) to Zacatecas (ZCL)
Origin airport
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
Destination airport
General Leobardo C. Ruiz Intl.
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Volaris
Roundtrip price
$366
Distance
1518 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 25 mins

San Jose to Zacatecas Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Jose to Zacatecas

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

 

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

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

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 Zacatecas in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $196 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 Zacatecas 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 Zacatecas 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 General Leobardo C. Ruiz Intl. Airport (ZCL) cost?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $196 or cheap return flight from $366 from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to General Leobardo C. Ruiz Intl. Airport (ZCL) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to General Leobardo C. Ruiz Intl. Airport (ZCL)?
November is the most affordable month to fly from SJC to ZCL. Planning your trip for the off-season is often the key to better flight prices.
Which airlines fly direct from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to General Leobardo C. Ruiz Intl. Airport (ZCL)?
When departing from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), you can board a nonstop flight to General Leobardo C. Ruiz Intl. Airport (ZCL) with Volaris.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to General Leobardo C. Ruiz Intl. Airport (ZCL)?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare airlines and find the cheapest carrier that'll fly you from SJC to ZCL. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to snap up a great deal.
How many flights per day from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to General Leobardo C. Ruiz Intl. Airport (ZCL)?
On average you can take your pick of 2 direct flights each week from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to General Leobardo C. Ruiz Intl. Airport (ZCL). For more flexibility, consider taking a flight with a layover. Simply enter your dates on Expedia and then filter your search to show one or more stops.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to General Leobardo C. Ruiz Intl. Airport (ZCL)?
The 11 AM departures from SJC to ZCL are the top choice for many travelers. Greater demand means you'll likely pay more for these departures. If you're looking to save, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from SJC to ZCL?
Fly on a Wednesday if you're after the best choice of flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to General Leobardo C. Ruiz Intl. Airport (ZCL).
What is the earliest flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to General Leobardo C. Ruiz Intl. Airport (ZCL)?
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)'s earliest flight to General Leobardo C. Ruiz Intl. Airport (ZCL) departs at approximately 11:47AM UTC-8. With a total travel time of 3h 21m, you'll arrive at around 5:08PM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to General Leobardo C. Ruiz Intl. Airport (ZCL)?
It takes about 3 hours and 21 minutes to cover the 1,500 mi from SJC to ZCL.
What airline has the least delays from SJC to ZCL?
With 100% of flights generally landing on time, Volaris has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to General Leobardo C. Ruiz Intl. Airport (ZCL). To keep track of your flight status and get notifications about any changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to General Leobardo C. Ruiz Intl. Airport (ZCL)?
To arrive at General Leobardo C. Ruiz Intl. Airport (ZCL) on time, opt for a flight that leaves 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 Zacatecas from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
If you're on a direct flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Zacatecas, General Leobardo C. Ruiz Intl. Airport (ZCL) 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 General Leobardo C. Ruiz Intl. Airport (ZCL) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your departure to book a flight from SJC to ZCL generally means paying more. While you might find some last-minute discounts, there's no guarantee. Allow some flexibility in your schedule for the best chance of snagging a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SJC to ZCL flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by booking a SJC to ZCL flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage everything in one convenient place. After selecting your ideal flights and accommodations, you can add extras like car rentals, activities and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to General Leobardo C. Ruiz Intl. Airport (ZCL)?
If you booked your SJC to ZCL 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 after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal if you'd like more information.

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