$43 Cheap Flights from Orange County (SNA) to San Jose (SJC)

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Cheap Flights from Orange County to San Jose (SNA-SJC)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $43 for one-way flights and $106 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Tue, Aug 5 - Wed, Aug 6
SNA
Orange County
SJC
San Jose
$106 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$106
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 5 from Orange County to San Jose, returning Wed, Aug 6, priced at $106 found 6 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Aug 1 - Tue, Aug 5
SNA
Orange County
SJC
San Jose
$109 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$109
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 1 from Orange County to San Jose, returning Tue, Aug 5, priced at $109 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jul 29 - Thu, Jul 31
SNA
Orange County
SJC
San Jose
$110 Roundtrip, just found
$110
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 29 from Orange County to San Jose, returning Thu, Jul 31, priced at $110 just found
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jul 29 - Tue, Aug 5
SNA
Orange County
SJC
San Jose
$111 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$111
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 29 from Orange County to San Jose, returning Tue, Aug 5, priced at $111 found 4 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jul 22 - Thu, Jul 24
SNA
Orange County
SJC
San Jose
$114 Roundtrip, just found
$114
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 22 from Orange County to San Jose, returning Thu, Jul 24, priced at $114 just found
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Aug 5 - Mon, Aug 11
SNA
Orange County
SJC
San Jose
$115 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$115
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 5 from Orange County to San Jose, returning Mon, Aug 11, priced at $115 found 2 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 19
SNA
Orange County
SJC
San Jose
$137 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from Orange County to San Jose, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $137 found 3 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Aug 20 - Wed, Aug 27
SNA
Orange County
SJC
San Jose
$302 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$302
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Orange County to San Jose, returning Wed, Aug 27, priced at $302 found 5 hours ago
Delta
Wed, Aug 20 - Sat, Aug 23
SNA
Orange County
SJC
San Jose
$313 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$313
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Orange County to San Jose, returning Sat, Aug 23, priced at $313 found 3 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 15
SNA
Orange County
SJC
San Jose
$326 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$326
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Orange County to San Jose, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $326 found 3 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana (SNA) to San Jose (SJC)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $69 - $232 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Orange County (SNA) to San Jose (SJC)
Origin airport
John Wayne
Destination airport
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$100
Distance
342 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 16 mins

Orange County to San Jose Flights

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Orange County to San Jose

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Orange County 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 Orange County 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 Orange County to San Jose in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $43 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 Orange County 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 Orange County 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 John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) cost?
You'll find cheap return flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) starting from $111. Snag a seat and be on your way. 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 Southwest Airlines flight leaving SNA on August 7 2025 and touching down at SJC. The price was last updated on July 14 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SNA to SJC?
The cheapest flights from SNA to SJC 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 John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
You can travel nonstop from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) on a Southwest Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SNA to SJC?
With prices as low as $74 for a one-way flight from SNA to SJC, Southwest Airlines is currently the cheapest carrier flying this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SNA on September 27 2025. Prices were last updated on July 14 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
Every day, an average of 7 direct flights operate from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC). Select the departure time that works for you.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
The 5 PM departures from SNA to SJC are the busiest. They can also be more expensive. If you want to save on your fare, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from SNA to SJC?
Friday offers the most flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC). 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 John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
John Wayne Airport (SNA)'s earliest flight to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) departs at approximately 6:45AM UTC-8. With a total flight time of 1h 35m, you'll land at around 8:20AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
The average flight time from SNA to SJC is 1 hour and 24 minutes, covering a total distance of 340 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SNA to SJC?
Alaska Airlines has the best performance for on-time direct flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), with an on-time rating of 95%. Use the Expedia App to view your flight schedule before you jet off and receive notifications about any changes.
What is the best time to fly from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
Choose a flight from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays and cancellations. Departures later than this 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 San Jose from John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
You can touch down at any one of these San Jose airports after your direct flight from John Wayne Airport (SNA):

  • 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 John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from SNA to SJC are usually more expensive. For the best rates, start searching for flights ahead of time. That said, if your travel plans are flexible, it's possible to score a cheap fare just before your departure.
Is it cheaper to book a SNA to SJC flight and hotel package?
You can save money by securing a SNA to SJC 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 it all in one place. After selecting your preferred accommodations and flights, consider adding extras such as activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
If you reserved your SNA to SJC flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you have, 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 if you want more information.

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