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Cheapest round-trip
$320
Typical prices: $389-$556
Southwest
Sat 10/20Sat 10/27
BWI - SJC • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$355
Typical prices: $405-$633
Southwest
Wed 10/24Fri 11/2
BWI - SJC • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 5h 48m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 43% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 14% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $256 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 25m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Baltimore to San Jose (BWI-SJC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Baltimore to San Jose

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
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6:15 am - 12:35 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-SJC San Jose
9h 20m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
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11:55 am - 8:00 pmSJC  San Jose-BWI Baltimore/Washington
5h 05mnonstop
$320Southwest
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
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11:40 am - 2:25 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-SJC San Jose
5h 45mnonstop
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6:30 am - 7:25 pmSJC  San Jose-BWI Baltimore/Washington
9h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
$320Southwest
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 31
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11:40 am - 2:25 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-SJC San Jose
5h 45mnonstop
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6:30 am - 7:25 pmSJC  San Jose-BWI Baltimore/Washington
9h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
$320Southwest
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
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2:11 pm - 9:25 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-SJC San Jose
10h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:34 pm - 11:23 pmSJC  San Jose-BWI Baltimore/Washington
6h 49m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$323Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 8
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7:00 am - 12:38 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-SJC San Jose
8h 38m1 stop Salt Lake City
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6:30 am - 5:27 pmSJC  San Jose-BWI Baltimore/Washington
7h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$323Delta
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 31
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4:04 pm - 10:08 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-SJC San Jose
9h 04m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:02 pm - 10:54 pmSJC  San Jose-BWI Baltimore/Washington
7h 52m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$323American Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 20
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4:04 pm - 10:08 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-SJC San Jose
9h 04m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:02 pm - 10:54 pmSJC  San Jose-BWI Baltimore/Washington
7h 52m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$323American Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
United Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 3:08 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-SJC San Jose
11h 58m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
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8:45 am - 9:42 pmSJC  San Jose-BWI Baltimore/Washington
9h 57m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$333United Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 7
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4:04 pm - 11:54 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-SJC San Jose
10h 50m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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11:56 am - 10:53 pmSJC  San Jose-BWI Baltimore/Washington
7h 57m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$346American Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 10
United Airlines Logo
6:29 am - 12:01 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-SJC San Jose
8h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:30 am - 5:42 pmSJC  San Jose-BWI Baltimore/Washington
8h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$413United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Baltimore to San Jose flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Baltimore to San Jose?

Round-trip flights from Baltimore to San Jose start at $320. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $389 to $556. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $320 on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Baltimore to San Jose?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Baltimore to San Jose, it is 12% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 23% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Baltimore to San Jose at $390 round-trip.
•September ($606) and November ($564) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 55% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Baltimore to San Jose the cheapest?

Flights from Baltimore to San Jose are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 43% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Baltimore to San Jose

 
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on BWI

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Bill Fink

Bill Fink

Expert on SJC

Bill is an award-winning travel writer with extensive credits covering airlines and the aviation industry for publications including AARP, AFAR, The Points Guy and Yahoo. Based in Portland, Oregon, Bill has traveled to more than 75 countries - and been late for his flight in most of them. He once achieved top-level frequent flier status for all of American, Delta and United Airlines during a single year.

Key details for Baltimore to San Jose flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$155
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 7% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 3% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Baltimore to San Jose

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Your Baltimore to San Jose flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Baltimore to San Jose flights?

    Among airlines operating Baltimore to San Jose flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Baltimore to San Jose?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Baltimore and San Jose.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Baltimore to San Jose?

    Flights from Baltimore to San Jose usually depart from Baltimore/Washington (BWI) and arrive at San Jose (SJC).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Baltimore to San Jose flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Baltimore to San Jose?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Baltimore to San Jose:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Baltimore to San Jose?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $256 round-trip via Austin Bergstrom (AUS), compared to $521 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Baltimore to San Jose?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Baltimore to San Jose?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest and Alaska Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Baltimore to San Jose pass through?

    One-stop flights from Baltimore to San Jose most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 34% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 12% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Baltimore to San Jose?

    On the Baltimore to San Jose route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 29%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $401 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $560: a $159 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How are flight departures from Baltimore to San Jose spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Baltimore to San Jose flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in San Jose?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Jose are San Jose McEnery Convention Center, SAP Center at San Jose and Civic Auditorium. These are among the most viewed places in San Jose on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Baltimore to San Jose?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Baltimore to San Jose:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:35 am and lands at 2:23 pm
    • Latest: departs at 7:20 pm and lands at 1:08 am.

    The flight takes about 5h 48m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Baltimore to San Jose flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 6% above the route average of $455. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Baltimore to San Jose?

    A nonstop flight from Baltimore to San Jose takes 5h 48m, covering 2,431 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Baltimore to San Jose?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Baltimore to San Jose changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $320 to $2,326. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Baltimore to San Jose looking right now?

    One-way fares from Baltimore to San Jose are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $161, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Baltimore to San Jose?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 25m, compared with 7h 25m via Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) and 7h 27m via Nashville Intl (BNA).

  • What is the time difference between Baltimore and San Jose?

    San Jose is 3 hours behind Baltimore (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at San Jose Airport (SJC)?

    San Jose Airport (SJC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $18 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Fox
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Hertz

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Baltimore to San Jose flight?

    Round-trip flights from Baltimore to San Jose range from $389 to $556, with an average of $455 over the past 12 months. Anything below $389 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Baltimore to San Jose flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the Baltimore to San Jose route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Baltimore to San Jose flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $401 - about $159 less than Sunday (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 43% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Baltimore to San Jose trip for August. Fares historically average $390 round-trip in that month - typically $216 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Austin Bergstrom Airport (AUS) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $256 round-trip on this route - about $265 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Jose Airport.
    - Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Airport
    - DoubleTree by Hilton San Jose
    - Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

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