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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight to San Jose? If you want to travel to San Jose next month, round-trip fares start from $56. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

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Frequently asked questions

The average flight time to San Jose is 5 hours and 43 minutes. We've calculated this based on journeys from Washington, D.C..
There are 7 airports in San Jose: San Jose International, San Jose Reid-Hillview, Oakland Metropolitan Oak, San Francisco International, Concord, Carmel Monterey Peninsula, and Sacramento Stockton.
Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, SkyWest Airlines, Delta, WestJet, KLM and Hawaiian Airlines all fly non-stop to San Jose.
The cheapest month to fly to San Jose is usually February.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Jose but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
Yes – you can fly direct to San Jose International Airport or Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport, and the average flight time is 3 hours and 45 minutes.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight to San Jose is $56. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
The cheapest airport near San Jose is San Jose International – which is 2.9 miles away from the center of San Jose. We've found flights to this airport from $56.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to San Jose is Friday, February 20, 2026.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Jose is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The average temperature in San Jose in January is around 49°F. The warmest month in San Jose is typically August, which averages 83°F. The coolest month is January, with temperatures averaging 41°F. The rainiest month is February, and it usually rains the least in July.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Jose.

Flying to San Jose

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$56
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time3 hrs, 46 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week2,160

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How to find cheap flights to San Jose

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way flight to San Jose is $28. A round-trip plane ticket starts at $56.

  • Never let a deal slip away by creating a Price Alert. We'll do the monitoring for you, giving you updates when fares go down.

  • The sooner you book, the better. You might even be able to find some awesome early bird deals on your flight.

  • Click on 'Add nearby airports' during your search to give you a better shot at landing cheap flights to San Jose. This will give you more choices for where to start and end your journey, along with different prices.

  • Indirect routes are usually cheaper, so consider taking a flight with a stop. Just uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your plane tickets.

Best time to go to San Jose

  • If your travel dates are flexible, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the month or even day of the year with the cheapest flights.

  • August sees the highest demand for flights. The city is typically in full swing, making it the perfect time to explore.

  • May is the quietest month to travel if you're after a more laid-back vibe. You'll typically find cheaper prices on plane tickets to San Jose then.

  • With averages of between 52ºF and 90ºF, August is when San Jose is at its warmest. Organize your visit around your weather preferences to get the most out of your time here.

  • January is when temperatures dip to their coolest, between 37ºF and 64ºF.

  • June comes with a lower chance of gray skies. This is the driest month in San Jose.

Traveling to San Jose: what you need to know

Getting to central San Jose from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)

  • Central San Jose is about 4 miles from SJC, the city's main airport.

  • If you're taking a cab or ride-sharing after your flight to San Jose, it'll take around 10 minutes to reach the center.

  • The journey when using public transport takes about 45 minutes.

  • Slip into bed not long after your flight to San Jose. Choose one of these stays close to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport and you'll be fast asleep before you know it:

  • Start your San Jose adventure sooner by picking up a car rental at SJC. Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car and Dollar are leading suppliers to pick from here.

San Jose highlights

  • These top sights should be on your itinerary after hopping off your flight to San Jose:

    • Japantown (San Jose): The perfect place to kick off your sightseeing, this landmark is around 1 mile north of the city center.

    • Farmers Market: You'll find this shopping area roughly 7 miles east of the center. Do a little spending here in between seeing the sights of San Jose.

    • The Tech Museum of Innovation: Looking for more reasons to visit San Jose? This landmark attracts travelers from all over and is about 0.2 miles south of the city center.

Explore more of the United States

  • There are plenty more places to explore in the United States, starting with San Francisco. Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island are must-visits in this city, which is about 40 miles northwest of San Jose. San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is the most convenient airport for San Francisco.

  • Another city in the United States that could easily become a favorite is Fresno. From San Jose, it's around 120 miles east and offers top sights like African American Museum and Forestiere Underground Gardens. Spend a little time at Shinzen Japanese Garden too. Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) is the main gateway to this city.

  • Or venture to Sacramento, about 90 miles north of San Jose. Old Sacramento Waterfront, Redwood Park and California State Railroad Museum are among the many reasons to go. You can reach this city by flying into Sacramento International Airport (SMF).

Complete your trip with a San Jose car rental

  • Rent a car in the city and drive off when you're ready. Check out the range of car rentals in San Jose and unlock the top deals with a single search. You can also compare rental cars on everything from provider rating to fuel policy and customer service.

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