Flights from San José to San Francisco

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Cheap San José - San Francisco flight offers

Find cheap flight tickets and last-minute flight deals from San José to San Francisco

Southwest Airlines
Wed, 01/20 (SJO) San José -> (SFO) San Francisco
Direct
Southwest Airlines
Fri, 01/29 (SFO) San Francisco -> (SJO) San José
Direct

Price found 2 days ago
from $260
Alaska Airlines
Wed, 11/25 (SJO) San José -> (SFO) San Francisco
Direct
Alaska Airlines
Wed, 12/02 (SFO) San Francisco -> (SJO) San José
Direct

Price found 3 days ago
from $267
Alaska Airlines
Wed, 12/02 (SJO) San José -> (SFO) San Francisco
Direct
Alaska Airlines
Wed, 12/09 (SFO) San Francisco -> (SJO) San José
Direct

Price found 7 days ago
from $283
Southwest Airlines
Thu, 11/26 (SJO) San José -> (SFO) San Francisco
Direct
Southwest Airlines
Mon, 11/30 (SFO) San Francisco -> (SJO) San José
Direct

Price found 3 days ago
from $306
Alaska Airlines
Tue, 01/19 (SJO) San José -> (SFO) San Francisco
Direct
Alaska Airlines
Wed, 02/10 (SFO) San Francisco -> (SJO) San José
Direct

Price found 2 days ago
from $346
Alaska Airlines
Fri, 01/29 (SJO) San José -> (SFO) San Francisco
Direct
Alaska Airlines
Mon, 02/01 (SFO) San Francisco -> (SJO) San José
Direct

Price found 6 days ago
from $346
United
Thu, 12/17 (SJO) San José -> (SFO) San Francisco
Direct
United
Tue, 12/22 (SFO) San Francisco -> (SJO) San José
Direct

Price found 11 days ago
from $359
Frontier Airlines
Fri, 12/25 (SJO) San José -> (SFO) San Francisco
Frontier Airlines
Fri, 01/01 (SFO) San Francisco -> (SJO) San José

Price found 3 days ago
from $384
JetBlue Airways
Fri, 12/04 (SJO) San José -> (SFO) San Francisco
Direct

Price found 9 days ago
from $195
Southwest Airlines
Thu, 12/03 (SJO) San José -> (SFO) San Francisco
Direct

Price found 9 days ago
from $295
Alaska Airlines
Tue, 02/09 (SJO) San José -> (SFO) San Francisco
Direct

Price found 10 days ago
from $366
Alaska Airlines
Thu, 11/26 (SJO) San José -> (SFO) San Francisco
Direct

Price found 7 days ago
from $438
Air Canada
Wed, 11/25 (SJO) San José -> (SFO) San Francisco
Direct

Price found 7 days ago
from $483
Avianca
Fri, 11/27 (SJO) San José -> (SFO) San Francisco
Direct

Price found 7 days ago
from $498
Southwest Airlines
Wed, 01/20 (SJO) San José -> (SFO) San Francisco
Direct
Southwest Airlines
Fri, 01/29 (SFO) San Francisco -> (SJO) San José
Direct

Price found 2 days ago
from $260
Alaska Airlines
Wed, 11/25 (SJO) San José -> (SFO) San Francisco
Direct
Alaska Airlines
Wed, 12/02 (SFO) San Francisco -> (SJO) San José
Direct

Price found 3 days ago
from $267
Alaska Airlines
Wed, 12/02 (SJO) San José -> (SFO) San Francisco
Direct
Alaska Airlines
Wed, 12/09 (SFO) San Francisco -> (SJO) San José
Direct

Price found 7 days ago
from $283
Southwest Airlines
Thu, 11/26 (SJO) San José -> (SFO) San Francisco
Direct
Southwest Airlines
Mon, 11/30 (SFO) San Francisco -> (SJO) San José
Direct

Price found 3 days ago
from $306
Alaska Airlines
Tue, 01/19 (SJO) San José -> (SFO) San Francisco
Direct
Alaska Airlines
Wed, 02/10 (SFO) San Francisco -> (SJO) San José
Direct

Price found 2 days ago
from $346
Alaska Airlines
Fri, 01/29 (SJO) San José -> (SFO) San Francisco
Direct
Alaska Airlines
Mon, 02/01 (SFO) San Francisco -> (SJO) San José
Direct

Price found 6 days ago
from $346
United
Thu, 12/17 (SJO) San José -> (SFO) San Francisco
Direct
United
Tue, 12/22 (SFO) San Francisco -> (SJO) San José
Direct

Price found 11 days ago
from $359
Alaska Airlines
Thu, 01/28 (SJO) San José -> (SFO) San Francisco
Direct
Alaska Airlines
Fri, 02/26 (SFO) San Francisco -> (SJO) San José
Direct

Price found 9 days ago
from $413

Info about flights from San José to San Francisco

Some useful info about flights from San José to San Francisco to help you plan your next trip

Best price last 15 days $127
Average flight duration 6h 58m
Cheapest month February
Average number of flights per week 7
First flight time 00:30
Last flight time 23:59

When is it best to fly from San José to San Francisco

Find out what is the best time of year to fly from San José to San Francisco

Nov $461
Dec $437
Jan $425
Feb $229
Mar $648
Apr $524
May $644
Jun $357
Jul $632
Aug $403
Sep $674
Oct $377
Most expensive month September
Average price $674
Cheapest month February
Average price $229
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Top airlines on the route San José - San Francisco

Airlines providing flights to San Francisco from San José

How much is a ticket from San José to San Francisco?

Depending on when you travel and how far in advance you book, fares between San José and San Francisco can differ a lot.

The lowest fare seen in the past 15 days was $127.

If you’re flexible with timing, consider overnight flights — they often cost less and are less crowded. Exploring multiple date and time combinations can help you find the cheapest solution.

Are there alternative airports near San José and San Francisco?

The two cities are about 3041 mi apart. Looking beyond the main airport might reveal better options.

  • Airports in San José: Alongside San José - Juan Santamaria International, there's also Tobias Bolanos.
  • Airports in San Francisco: Only San Francisco is active at the moment.

Many smaller airports are connected by direct buses or shuttles, often at low cost. If San Francisco has more than one airport, you can pick the most convenient for your destination.

Flights from San José - Juan Santamaria International to San Francisco

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Other popular destinations

Travelers flying to United States also checked out: Atlanta, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, Orlando.

Comparing offers from multiple agencies helps you find the best price for the same route. You can also spot exclusive deals from individual airlines right in the results list.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions about flights from San José to San Francisco.

How much does an airline ticket from San José to San Francisco cost?

The lowest price recorded in the last 15 days for a flight from San José to San Francisco is $127.

How far is San José from San Francisco?

San José is about 3041 mi from San Francisco.

What are the airports in San Francisco?

San Francisco has one airport: San Francisco.

What are the airports in San José?

San José has another airport: Tobias Bolanos.

What are the most popular cities in United States?

The most popular cities in United States according to our users' searches are: Atlanta, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, Orlando.

When should I book a flight from San José to San Francisco?

The best time to book a flight from San José to San Francisco is 1 month in advance, while the worst time is 20 weeks in advance.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San José to San Francisco?

The cheapest month to fly from San José to San Francisco is February.

What is the most expensive month to fly from San José to San Francisco?

The most expensive month to fly from San José to San Francisco is September.

What is the best day of the week to fly from San José to San Francisco?

For flights from San José to San Francisco Tuesday is on average the cheapest day to fly, while Monday is the most expensive day to fly.