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$106 Flights from Washington, D.C. (WASA) to San Jose (SJCA)

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San Jose.$106 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jan 21.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from Washington Ronald Reagan on Wed, Jan 21, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $106, select.
San Jose.$125 per passenger.Departing Tue, Feb 24.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departing from Washington Ronald Reagan on Tue, Feb 24, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $125, select.
San Jose.$128 per passenger.Departing Tue, Mar 3.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from Washington Ronald Reagan on Tue, Mar 3, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $128, select.
San Jose.$140 per passenger.Departing Wed, Apr 1.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from Washington Ronald Reagan on Wed, Apr 1, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $140, select.
San Jose.$151 per passenger.Departing Tue, May 5.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from Washington Ronald Reagan on Tue, May 5, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $151, select.
San Jose.$189 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jun 8.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Washington Ronald Reagan on Mon, Jun 8, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $189, select.
San Jose.$194 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 1.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from Washington Dulles on Wed, Jul 1, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $194, select.
San Jose.$201 per passenger.Departing Wed, Sep 16.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from Washington Dulles on Wed, Sep 16, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $201, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Jose

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington, D.C. to San Jose flights are currently cheapest in January.
Dec
from $225
Jan
from $106
Feb
from $125
Mar
from $128
Apr
from $140
May
from $151
Jun
from $189
Jul
from $194
Aug
from $220
Sep
from $201
Oct
from $270
Nov
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Washington, D.C. to San Jose: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$106
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time5 hrs, 43 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to San Jose: Frequently asked questions

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.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to San Jose is $225. 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.
5 hours and 43 minutes is the average flight time from Washington, D.C. to San Jose.
Southwest Airlines flies direct from Washington, D.C. to San Jose.
There are 8 flights per week flying from Washington, D.C. to San Jose, as of December 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Jose is usually February.
If you're flying from Washington, D.C., 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 $225.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Jose on Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 43 minutes.
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.
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.
In December, the average temperature is usually around 49°F. August is typically the warmest month in San Jose, when it usually averages around 83°F. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 41°F. The rainiest month is February.
The cheapest airline that flies to San Jose is Alaska Airlines, and the cheapest airline that flies to San Jose Reid-Hillview Airport is Southwest Airlines.

Traveling from Washington DC to San Jose: what you need to know

  • Your next exciting journey begins at one of Washington DC's main airports, Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Check out your options for booking a flight from Washington DC to San Jose departing from either of these bases.

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is where you'll disembark in San Jose.

  • Hop on a direct Washington DC to San Jose flight and you'll be traveling for an average of 5 hours 45 minutes.

  • San Jose is three hours behind Washington DC and follows the UTC-7 timezone.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your Washington DC to San Jose flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Traveling during a popular month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to San Jose

  • Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap Washington DC to San Jose flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.

  • Getting cheap plane tickets from Washington DC to San Jose is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across the month and pick up an awesome deal.

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Flying from Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • The journey from central Washington DC to DCA takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 4 miles in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Catching an early flight from Washington DC to San Jose? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Ronald Reagan National Airport:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

  • You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • You can get to IAD from central Washington DC in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 25 miles or so.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Washington DC to San Jose? Check in to a hotel near Washington Dulles International Airport before your adventure officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:

  • As far as flight punctuality goes, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 74%.

  • The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • Nonstop flights from Washington DC to San Jose are available from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is where you'll be touching down.

  • You can fly out of BWI with Southwest Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct Washington DC to San Jose plane tickets.

  • The journey time to BWI from central Washington DC is around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 50 minutes to cover the 25 miles or so.

  • Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Washington DC to San Jose flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport make departure day a breeze if you're jetting off early:

  • Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights reach their destinations as expected. At BWI, that rate is 77.13%.

Arriving in San Jose

Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is approximately 3 miles from central San Jose. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 10 minutes.

  • Getting there on public transport takes about 45 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Washington DC to San Jose. Book one of these accommodation options near SJC instead:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car or Dollar to explore San Jose and beyond.

  • Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport about one week before your travel date.

  • The street address for SJC is 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.

Best time to go to San Jose

  • May is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to San Jose, while August is the most popular. Find the best time to go to San Jose based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Book a Washington DC to San Jose ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in San Jose to range from 52ºF to 90ºF.

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Washington DC to San Jose in January when temperatures average between 37ºF and 64ºF.

More about San Jose

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in San Jose right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Washington DC to San Jose:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are major attractions which should feature on every San Jose itinerary.

Explore more of United States

  • Los Angeles is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen San Jose. Around 310 miles to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.

  • If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in United States, consider San Francisco, roughly 40 miles north-west of San Jose. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are the start of reasons to visit.

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