$32 Cheap Flights from San Diego (SAN) to San Jose (SJC)

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Cheap Flights from San Diego to San Jose (SAN-SJC)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $32 for one-way flights and $64 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Sun, May 25 - Sun, May 25
SAN
San Diego
SJC
San Jose
$64 Roundtrip, just found
$64
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sun, May 25 from San Diego to San Jose, returning Sun, May 25, priced at $64 just found
Spirit Airlines
Thu, May 22 - Wed, May 28
SAN
San Diego
SJC
San Jose
$65 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$65
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 22 from San Diego to San Jose, returning Wed, May 28, priced at $65 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, May 28 - Tue, Jun 3
SAN
San Diego
SJC
San Jose
$66 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$66
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 28 from San Diego to San Jose, returning Tue, Jun 3, priced at $66 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, May 22 - Wed, May 28
SAN
San Diego
SJC
San Jose
$69 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$69
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 22 from San Diego to San Jose, returning Wed, May 28, priced at $69 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, May 28 - Tue, Jun 3
SAN
San Diego
SJC
San Jose
$70 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$70
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 28 from San Diego to San Jose, returning Tue, Jun 3, priced at $70 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, May 28 - Tue, Jun 3
SAN
San Diego
SJC
San Jose
$74 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$74
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 28 from San Diego to San Jose, returning Tue, Jun 3, priced at $74 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Jun 7 - Sun, Jun 8
SAN
San Diego
SJC
San Jose
$75 Roundtrip, just found
$75
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jun 7 from San Diego to San Jose, returning Sun, Jun 8, priced at $75 just found
Spirit Airlines
Fri, May 30 - Sat, May 31
SAN
San Diego
SJC
San Jose
$76 Roundtrip, just found
$76
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 30 from San Diego to San Jose, returning Sat, May 31, priced at $76 just found
Spirit Airlines
Thu, May 15 - Tue, May 20
SAN
San Diego
SJC
San Jose
$77 Roundtrip, just found
$77
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 15 from San Diego to San Jose, returning Tue, May 20, priced at $77 just found
Spirit Airlines
Sun, May 25 - Sat, May 31
SAN
San Diego
SJC
San Jose
$79 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$79
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sun, May 25 from San Diego to San Jose, returning Sat, May 31, priced at $79 found 1 hour ago
Flights from San Diego (SAN) to San Jose (SJC)
Origin airport
San Diego Intl.
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
$64
Distance
417 mi

San Diego to San Jose Flights

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

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego to San Jose in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $32 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 Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) cost?
You can find affordable return tickets from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) starting at $64. Book your seat and get ready to go. 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 Spirit Airlines flight leaving SAN on May 24 2025 and touching down at SJC. The price was last updated on April 29 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SAN to SJC?
Snap up a cheap ticket by booking your direct flight from SAN to SJC in June. You can find a one-way Spirit Airlines flight for $32 leaving on June 5 2025. This price is based on the cheapest direct flight found on Expedia for this route in the next 330 days. The price was last updated on April 29 2025 and remains unchanged.
Which airlines fly direct from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC). 3 airlines operate direct flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), including:

  • Southwest Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from SAN to SJC?
Right now, the cheapest airline operating one-way flights from SAN to SJC is Spirit Airlines. You can jet off on this route from $32. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SAN on June 5 2025. Prices were last updated on April 29 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
With an average of 13 direct flights departing from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) each day, you’ll be soaring through the skies in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
The 4 PM departures from SAN to SJC are typically the busiest. Prices can be higher for these popular slots. If you’re looking to save, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from SAN to SJC?
Friday has the most flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC). Consider traveling on this day and you’ll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your itinerary.
What is the earliest flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
The earliest flight taking off from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) is at around 6:35AM UTC-8. Board this flight and you’ll touch down at Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) at approximately 8:05AM UTC-8. The total travel time is 1h 30m.
How long does it take to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
The average flight time from SAN to SJC is 1 hour and 32 minutes, covering a total distance of 420 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SAN to SJC?
Alaska Airlines has the best performance for on-time direct flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), with an on-time score of 86%. Use the Expedia App to view your flight schedule before you go and receive notifications about any changes.
What is the best time to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
To touch down at Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) on time, book a flight that takes off from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) before 3 PM. The likelihood 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 San Jose from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Book a direct flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to San Jose and arrive at one of these hubs:

  • 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 San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from SAN to SJC are usually more expensive. For the cheapest rates, start looking for flights well in advance. That said, if you’re flexible with your travel dates, you may score a cheap fare right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book a SAN to SJC flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a SAN to SJC flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better yet, having everything in one place will take the hassle out of planning your trip. Just pick your flights and choose from our extensive range of hotels, then personalize your trip with other add-ons like activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
Typically, you can reschedule or cancel your SAN to SJC flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if you booked more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline’s policies and fees on flight changes, or if you need further information, head to our Customer Service portal.

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