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SFO — SJO
13 May — 20 May1
1 adult
Mon 13/5
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to San José (SJO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 8 May 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

C$ 516

Round-trip from

C$ 697
High demand for flights, 44% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 26% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
From San Francisco to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to San José, San José Province?

Users have found that booking a flight from San Francisco to San José, San José Province at least 40 days early can save you up to 17% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 40 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from San Francisco to San José, San José Province for as little as C$ 600 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as C$ 748 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

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

May is one of the best times of the year to fly to San José, San José Province from San Francisco. Prices for May average C$ 695 per person but you can even find prices for as low as C$ 322. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a May flight can save you 79% on your journey compared to booking in December

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to San José, San José Province (SFO - SJO)?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to San José, San José Province is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 49% on airfare.

When is the best time to book a flight from San Francisco to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to San José. Price data was last updated on 3 May 2024.
The best time to book flights from San Francisco to San José, San José Province is 39 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to San José. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to San José, San José Province flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to San José by month

Plan your trip from San Francisco to San José by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from San Francisco to San José is currently C$ 0 while a round-trip flight costs C$ 0. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to San José, San José Province (average of C$ 509). Flying from San Francisco to San José, San José Province in February is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 655). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

C$ 804

February

C$ 897

March

C$ 872

April

C$ 698

May

C$ 697

June

C$ 749

July

C$ 887

August

C$ 856

September

C$ 723

October

C$ 774

November

C$ 756

December

C$ 800

Temperature and rainfall in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SJO

Temperature

18 - 21 °C

Related info for your journey

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  • What does SFO to SJO mean?

    San Francisco Airport is SFO and San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport is SJO. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to San José that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to San José flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to San José with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to San José flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to San José that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to San José flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to San José?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to San José.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to San José?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to San José by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to San José that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to San José offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to San José?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to San José flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

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Top airline flying from San Francisco to San José

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AviancaCheapestC$ 381AverageC$ 552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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