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Cheapest round-trip
$380
Typical prices: $335-$502
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Mon 10/19Thu 10/29
DEN - SJO • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$514
Typical prices: $653-$808
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Fri 7/10Sun 7/12
DEN - SJO • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Denver to San José (DEN-SJO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Denver to San José 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.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Denver to San José

Mon, Oct 19 - Thu, Oct 29
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 12:21 pm
DEN
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SJO
7h 21m
1 stop
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11:35 am - 11:23 pm
SJO
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DEN
11h 48m
1 stop
$380United Airlines
Sat, Aug 15 - Mon, Aug 17
Viva Logo
3:20 pm - 1:20 am
DEN
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SJO
10h 00m
1 stop
Viva Logo
2:20 am - 1:50 pm
SJO
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DEN
11h 30m
1 stop
$391Viva
Sun, Oct 18 - Tue, Oct 27
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 12:21 pm
DEN
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SJO
7h 21m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
7:45 am - 4:38 pm
SJO
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DEN
8h 53m
1 stop
$412United Airlines
Sat, Aug 8 - Mon, Aug 17
Viva Logo
3:20 pm - 1:20 am
DEN
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SJO
10h 00m
1 stop
Viva Logo
2:20 am - 1:50 pm
SJO
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DEN
11h 30m
1 stop
$423Viva
Fri, Oct 9 - Wed, Oct 14
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3:15 pm - 8:30 am
DEN
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SJO
17h 15m
2 stops
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4:35 pm - 2:18 pm
SJO
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DEN
21h 43m
2 stops
$436Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Wed, Oct 7
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:15 pm - 8:30 am
DEN
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SJO
17h 15m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 2:18 pm
SJO
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DEN
21h 43m
2 stops
$456Multiple Airlines
Wed, Aug 5 - Thu, Aug 13
Frontier Logo
11:52 pm - 8:20 am
DEN
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SJO
8h 28m
1 stop
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9:35 am - 11:00 pm
SJO
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DEN
13h 25m
1 stop
$458Frontier
Sat, Aug 8 - Mon, Aug 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 1:20 am
DEN
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SJO
15h 20m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:20 am - 1:50 pm
SJO
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DEN
11h 30m
1 stop
$463Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 29 - Thu, Dec 3
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12:24 pm - 9:51 pm
DEN
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SJO
8h 27m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:18 pm - 10:30 am
SJO
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DEN
19h 12m
1 stop
$464Multiple Airlines
Sat, Aug 8 - Fri, Aug 14
Viva Logo
3:20 pm - 1:20 am
DEN
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SJO
10h 00m
1 stop
Viva Logo
2:20 am - 1:50 pm
SJO
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DEN
11h 30m
1 stop
$467Viva
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Denver to San José flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Denver to San José?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Denver to San José departing in October.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Denver to San José?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Denver to San José clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to San José on a Wednesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to fly from Denver to San José. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Wednesday and avoiding Fridays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Denver to San José?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Denver to San José, 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 Denver to San José is September, where tickets cost $366 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $577 and $558 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Denver to San José?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $492, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Denver to San José?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Denver to San José, 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 Denver to San José, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Denver to San José

 
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

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Mark Chesnut

Expert on SJO

Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

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Harriet Baskas

Expert on DEN

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.

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Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$169
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 22% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 18% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Denver to San José

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Denver to San José based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Denver to San José

  • Can I rent a car at SJO airport?

    Yes. There are car rental services at SJO airport accessible by all passengers, and driving is the best way to reach Downtown San Jose. These services are available after the customer area in the arrivals hall, and the car rental companies authorized to operate at the airport are Alamo, Solid Car Rental and Firefly.

  • Which ground transportation services are available at SJO airport?

    A free shuttle bus service connecting Terminal A and B operates 24h a day and seven days a week. There are many taxis at the airport for passengers who wish to get to the city center through taxi services.

  • Are there parking facilities at DEN airport?

    Yes. Travelers can drive to DEN airport as they can access various ample parking spaces at the airport. The East and West parking garages with the quickest access to Jeppesen Terminal offer short-term parking services. If you need long-term parking services, use the multi-story airport garage with underground access or the economy parking lot west of Jeppesen Terminal.

  • Does DEN airport provide pet-friendly facilities?

    Yes. Travelers who need to go on a trip with their furry friends will be glad to book their flights at DEN airport as the airport is one of the top pet-friendly airports in the US. There is an outdoor pet relief area for pets outside door 200 of Jeppesen Terminal and a pet nutrition station with baggies, waste bags, and water fountains.

  • How many flights are there between Denver and San José per day?

    Each day, there are between 1 and 2 nonstop flights that take off from Denver and land in San José, with an average flight time of 5h 15m. The most common departure time is 2:00 pm and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 3 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Saturday, when 67% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Friday.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Denver to San José?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Denver to San José was $169 for a one-way ticket and $391 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Denver and San José?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Denver to San José?

    Denver airport is called Denver Intl and the only airport in San José is San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Denver to San José?

    Only JetBlue offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Denver to San José flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Denver to San José?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Denver to San José flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Denver to San José?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Denver and San José, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Denver to San José?

    You can catch a nonstop flight from Denver to San José on on Friday, and Saturday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Denver to San José, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Denver to San José are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $502 and an overall rating of 7.9, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $468 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Denver to San José?

    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 Denver to San José.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San José from Denver 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 Denver to San José?

    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 José with an airline and back to Denver with another airline. Booking your flights between Denver and SJO can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

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

    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 José from Denver up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Denver to San José

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $338 or less one-way and $544 or less round-trip.
  • Denver International Airport (DEN) offers family-friendly facilities essential to family travelers. There is a children’s play area in the Admirals Club of Concourse A. The family rest area has a picnic table and rocking chair where parents and siblings can eat a meal or get some time to themselves. DEN also offers family restrooms in the middle of the terminal and coloring sheets for kids to do while they fly.
  • DEN airport provides baby facilities convenient to traveling lactating mothers. Nursing rooms in each concourse feature comfortable chairs where mothers can nurse their babies in privacy. Lactating mothers can also use the same room if they wish to pump breast milk or breastfeed their babies. DEN airport also has a mother's room, a sink with running water, and an easy-to-clean changing table.
  • Denver International Airport has a variety of amenities and services for business travelers as well. Plenty of meeting and conference rooms are available, including the Colorado Convention Center and ballroom in the North Terminal for hosting meetings, conferences, seminars and other events. Conference guests also have their private washroom at the hotel facilities in Michael Eades Pavilion across from Jeppesen Terminal in Concourse B.
  • Disabled travelers can consider landing at San Jose Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) since it offers disability services like special restrooms, airport-issued wheelchairs, special check-in counters, and TDD telephones. SJO airport has elevators equipped with sensors that announce on which floor the elevator stops. Wheelchairs with collapsible footrests are available at the airport.
  • SJO airport hosts VIP lounges like Business Class and First Class lounges. Travelers who are in Business Class can update their work and relax at the lounges. You can visit Mastercard Black VIP Lounge near gate 4 or VIP Lounge BAC Credomatic near gate 17 if you need computers and a private place to make a phone call. There is also VIP Santamaría on Level 3 next to Gate 5.

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Other airlines flying from Denver to San José

Flights from the other most popular airlines that fly from Denver to San José according to KAYAK users. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability are not guaranteed.