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Cheap Flight Deals from San Jose to San Diego (SJC-SAN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Jose to San Diego that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from San Jose to San Diego

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from San Jose to San Diego.
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American Airlines Logo
SJC-SAN
1h 30mdirect
American Airlines Logo
SAN-SJC
1h 31mdirect
American Airlines
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Alaska Airlines Logo
SJC-SAN
1h 30mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
SAN-SJC
1h 31mdirect
Alaska Airlines
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Southwest Logo
SJC-SAN
1h 30mdirect
Southwest Logo
SAN-SJC
1h 30mdirect
Southwest
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Hawaiian Airlines Logo
SJC-SAN
1h 30mdirect
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
SAN-SJC
1h 40mdirect
Hawaiian Airlines
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Spirit Airlines Logo
SJC-SAN
1h 24mdirect
Spirit Airlines Logo
SAN-SJC
1h 23mdirect
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British Airways Logo
SJC-SAN
1h 32mdirect
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SAN-SJC
1h 28mdirect
British Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Jose to San Diego flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Jose to San Diego to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Jose to San Diego?

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Jose to San Diego clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
When flying from San Jose to San Diego, you should consider leaving on a Friday and avoid Wednesdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to San Jose, you’ll find the best rates on Mondays and the most expensive ones on Tuesdays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to San Diego?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Jose to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from San Jose to San Diego is October, where tickets cost C$ 105 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 228 and C$ 210 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Jose to San Diego?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Jose to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from San Jose to San Diego, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

February

High season

August
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 10% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 16% lower on average.

When to book flights from San Jose to San Diego

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Jose to San Diego based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

Flights from San Jose to San Diego: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from San Jose to San Diego 
MariaFlew with Alaska AirlinesSJC-SANSep 2024
Fox car rental was very slow at their desk for getting a car.
JamesFlew with Alaska AirlinesSJC-SANJun 2024
It’s pretty simple there. It’s one of the better airports.TSA has never been a problem for me there it moves and is mostly efficient… I was happy that we didn’t have to takeoff our shoes, which surprised me. They’re always seems to be long walk to the gates coming and going not sure why that is
JoonwonFlew with Alaska AirlinesSJC-SANApr 2024
The airplane is a quite small one, compared to the regular size, so pls be ready for some restrictions on carry on bags.

FAQs for booking flights from San Jose to San Diego

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Jose to San Diego?

    You can fly nonstop from San Jose to San Diego through Alaska Airlines. The flight starts at the San Jose International Airport and lands at San Diego International Airport. American Airlines also offers a flight through this route, but it includes a stop at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX). Book through KAYAK if you want information about the fastest route.

  • Is there free Wi-Fi at San Jose International Airport?

    Free Wi-Fi service is available at San Jose International Airport in the public areas of Terminal A and B. The service includes 24h customer support and offers a free security application that helps to encrypt your connection. On your device, switch on Wi-Fi and find “sjcfreewifi” to connect.

  • Where are ATMs at the San Diego International Airport?

    Travelers can use Bank of America ATMs located at the three terminals. In Terminal 1, the ATMs are at the Food Court pre-security and at gate concourses post-security. In Terminal 2, you’ll find the ATMs at the food court near Starbucks and at gate concourses post-security. In Terminal 3, there are machines at the Baggage Claim area pre-security and in gate concourses post-security.

  • Where is the San Diego International Airport lost and found office?

    The lost and found office is on the first floor of Terminal 2 West in the baggage claim area. Office hours are 6 am to 11 pm. If you need assistance accessing this area, contact airport support.

  • Are there services at San Diego International Airport for disabled passengers?

    Various accessibility services are available throughout the airport to help travelers with mobility impairments. These include TDD Telephones, a courtesy cart, and visual paging monitors. There are Volunteer Airport Ambassadors at the airport to help whenever necessary. Also, you’ll find Airport Traffic Officers at key locations within and outside the terminals to assist individuals with special needs.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Jose to San Diego?

    Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Jose to San Diego flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Jose to San Diego?

    The Airbus A320neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Jose to San Diego flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Jose to San Diego?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between San Jose and San Diego.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Jose to San Diego?

    There are direct flights from San Jose to San Diego on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Jose to San Diego?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Jose to San Diego.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Jose to San Diego?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Diego from San Jose is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Jose to San Diego?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Diego with an airline and back to San Jose with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Jose to San Diego?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Diego from San Jose up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Jose to San Diego

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 179 or less one-way.
  • If you want to travel to San Diego from San Jose, you can use the San Jose International Airport (SJC), served by different airlines, including JetBlue, Delta, Air Canada, American Airlines, and United Airlines.
  • To access your money at the San Jose International Airport, there are several ATMs. You can find the ATMs at Gates 6, 10, 15, 19, and 26. The service is also available in the Baggage Claim area.
  • If you’re traveling with a pet, there are four animal relief areas at San Jose International Airport. The pre-security locations are outside Terminal A, north of ticketing and south of parking. Post-security, it’s located inside the passenger walkway near Gates 16 and 17.
  • Wireless internet is available at San Jose International Airport in all public areas of Terminal A and B. The Wi-Fi is encrypted for online security and is available for 24h.
  • Located 3 miles from downtown San Diego, the San Diego International Airport (SAN) offers a suitable entry point for those traveling from San Jose to San Diego.
  • Many restaurants are open at San Diego International Airport. In Terminal 1, there are options like Bankers Hill Bar & Market and Peet’s Coffee & Tea. In Terminal 2, you can explore the Artisan Market, California Pizza Market, and more.
  • If you need fast Wi-Fi, San Diego International Airport offers a free connection. The Wi-Fi service offers travelers 2h sessions for any online activities.
  • You can get shoeshine services at San Diego International Airport at the Classic Shine in Terminal 1 East and Terminal 2 East near Gate 23 and Gate 36. All these locations offer varied hours of operation, so confirm ahead of time.
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Prefer to fly direct from San Jose to San Diego?

Find which airlines fly direct from San Jose Airport to San Diego Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Jose to San Diego

Monday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,British Airways, +3 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +4 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,British Airways, +2 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +3 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,British Airways, +2 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +3 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,British Airways, +3 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +4 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,British Airways, +3 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +4 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,British Airways, +3 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +4 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,British Airways, +3 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +4 more

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Direct returns

San Diego to San Jose

Monday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,British Airways, +3 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +4 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,British Airways, +2 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +3 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,British Airways, +2 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +3 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,British Airways, +3 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +4 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,British Airways, +3 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +4 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,British Airways, +3 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +4 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,British Airways, +3 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +4 more

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