Which airports can I use when flying from Fresno to San José?

Flights from Fresno to San José usually depart from Fresno Airterminal (FAT) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Fresno to San José?

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Fresno to San José: • Economy Class • First Class

Which airports do connecting flights from Fresno to San José pass through?

One-stop flights from Fresno to San José most commonly connect through: • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 51% of one-stop connections • San Francisco (SFO) - 46% of one-stop connections • Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) - 2% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Fresno to San José?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Fresno to San José. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $648 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $893, a difference of $245. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in San José?

Some of the most popular sights in San José are Parque Metropolitano La Sabana, Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and Museo de Oro. These are among the most viewed places in San José on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Fresno to San José?

A nonstop flight from Fresno to San José takes 00m, covering 2,883 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Fresno to San José?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Fresno to San José 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 $466 to $3,328. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Fresno to San José looking right now?

One-way fares from Fresno to San José are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $344, which is 5% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Fresno to San José?

Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 46m, compared with 11h 22m via San Francisco (SFO) and 14h 53m via Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL).

What is the time difference between Fresno and San José?

San José is 1 hour ahead of Fresno (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO)?

San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include: • Priceless • Avis • Budget • Routes Car & Truck Rentals • Payless

How much should I expect to pay for a Fresno to San José flight?

Round-trip flights from Fresno to San José range from $638 to $847, with an average of $717 over the past 12 months. Anything below $638 counts as a good deal.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Fresno to San José?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Fresno to San José. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 24% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Fresno to San José?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Fresno to San José at $580 round-trip. •December ($890) and January ($888) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 53% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Fresno to San José?

United Airlines ($659) and American Airlines ($663) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Fresno to San José according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Fresno to San José?

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) is the most popular layover for the Fresno to San José route. 51% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via DFW.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Fresno to San José?

Flights via Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $356. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Fresno to San José which airport offers the shortest layover?

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) had the shortest average connection time for Fresno to San José layovers at 6h 52m over the past 3 months.

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Cheapest round-trip

$466

Typical prices: $638-$847

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$308

Typical prices: $271-$450

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FAT - SJO • 2 stops

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March

Cheapest • 19% price drop

June

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Cheapest • Avg $356 (round-trip)

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Shortest trip • 10h 46m (one-way)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Fresno to San José

Mon, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 5

8:28 pm - 8:32 amFAT Fresno Airterminal-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

10h 04m1 stop San Francisco

9:40 am - 9:56 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-FAT Fresno Airterminal

14h 16m1 stop San Francisco

$659United Airlines

Mon, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 5

6:00 am - 6:16 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

10h 16m2 stops Los Angeles Houston George Bush Intcntl

9:40 am - 7:41 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-FAT Fresno Airterminal

12h 01m1 stop San Francisco

$659United Airlines

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24

2:48 pm - 2:49 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

22h 01m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Miami

6:00 am - 10:59 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-FAT Fresno Airterminal

18h 59m2 stops Miami Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$663American Airlines

Mon, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 5

1:10 pm - 12:20 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

21h 10m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Miami

6:30 am - 10:39 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-FAT Fresno Airterminal

18h 09m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$663American Airlines

Tue, Nov 17 - Mon, Nov 23

2:48 pm - 2:49 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

22h 01m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Miami

12:37 am - 10:24 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-FAT Fresno Airterminal

11h 47m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$663American Airlines

Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31

6:28 pm - 7:32 amFAT Fresno Airterminal-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

12h 04m1 stop San Francisco

8:40 am - 7:49 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-FAT Fresno Airterminal

12h 09m1 stop San Francisco

$674United Airlines

Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31

6:28 pm - 7:32 amFAT Fresno Airterminal-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

12h 04m1 stop San Francisco

11:35 am - 11:56 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-FAT Fresno Airterminal

13h 21m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles

$678United Airlines

Sat, Jan 16 - Sat, Jan 30

12:50 am - 10:15 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

19h 25m3 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Mexico City Benito Juarez

6:53 am - 11:00 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-FAT Fresno Airterminal

18h 07m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$883Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 5

11:30 pm - 12:30 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

11h 00m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Mexico City Benito Juarez

5:10 am - 11:00 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-FAT Fresno Airterminal

19h 50m3 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Mexico City Benito Juarez Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$951Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 5

2:14 pm - 11:45 amFAT Fresno Airterminal-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

19h 31m3 stops Los Angeles San Salvador El Salvador Intl Panama City Tocumen Intl

12:40 pm - 5:36 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-FAT Fresno Airterminal

30h 56m3 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl San Salvador El Salvador Intl Los Angeles

$1,055Avianca

Recent last minute flight deals from Fresno to San José

Sat, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 20

2:50 am - 11:59 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

20h 09m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

7:00 am - 1:00 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-FAT Fresno Airterminal

19h 00m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$745Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 20

2:50 am - 11:59 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

20h 09m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

5:05 am - 10:00 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-FAT Fresno Airterminal

17h 55m3 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Mexico City Benito Juarez Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$775Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 20

3:05 pm - 12:00 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

19h 55m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Miami

3:01 pm - 12:10 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-FAT Fresno Airterminal

22h 09m2 stops Miami Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$825American Airlines

Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 20

3:05 pm - 2:00 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

21h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

3:01 pm - 2:15 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-FAT Fresno Airterminal

24h 14m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth

$843American Airlines

Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 20

11:50 pm - 12:05 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

35h 15m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Mexico City Benito Juarez

7:45 pm - 11:00 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-FAT Fresno Airterminal

28h 15m3 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Mexico City Benito Juarez Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$897Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 20

3:05 pm - 12:00 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

19h 55m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Miami

3:01 pm - 12:10 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-FAT Fresno Airterminal

22h 09m2 stops Miami Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$914American Airlines

Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 20

3:05 pm - 2:00 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

21h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

3:01 pm - 2:15 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-FAT Fresno Airterminal

24h 14m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth

$935American Airlines

Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 20

6:15 am - 11:45 amFAT Fresno Airterminal-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

28h 30m3 stops Los Angeles San Salvador El Salvador Intl Panama City Tocumen Intl

5:05 am - 10:11 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-FAT Fresno Airterminal

18h 06m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl San Francisco

$1,154Avianca

Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 20

3:05 pm - 2:00 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

21h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

1:00 pm - 10:15 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-FAT Fresno Airterminal

22h 15m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,176GOL

Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 20

5:00 am - 7:37 pmFAT Fresno Airterminal-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

13h 37m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

7:55 am - 8:52 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-FAT Fresno Airterminal

13h 57m3 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Antonio Denver Intl

$4,431United Airlines

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Price, demand and travel trends for Fresno to San José flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Fresno to San José?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Fresno to San José. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 24% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from Fresno to San José? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from Fresno to San José, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •March is the cheapest month to fly from Fresno to San José at $580 round-trip.
•December ($890) and January ($888) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 53% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Fresno to San José?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Fresno to San José:

• Economy Class
• First Class
How long is a flight from Fresno to San José?
A nonstop flight from Fresno to San José takes 00m, covering 2,883 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Fresno to San José?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Fresno to San José flight?
Round-trip flights from Fresno to San José range from $638 to $847, with an average of $717 over the past 12 months. Anything below $638 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Fresno to San José 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 $466 to $3,328. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Fresno to San José looking right now?
One-way fares from Fresno to San José are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $344, which is 5% above the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO)?
San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Priceless
• Avis
• Budget
• Routes Car & Truck Rentals
• Payless
Which airports can I use when flying from Fresno to San José?
Flights from Fresno to San José usually depart from Fresno Airterminal (FAT) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).
Which airports do connecting flights from Fresno to San José pass through?
One-stop flights from Fresno to San José most commonly connect through:

• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 51% of one-stop connections
• San Francisco (SFO) - 46% of one-stop connections
• Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) - 2% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Fresno to San José?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Fresno to San José. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $648 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $893, a difference of $245.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Fresno to San José?
Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 46m, compared with 11h 22m via San Francisco (SFO) and 14h 53m via Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL).
What is the time difference between Fresno and San José?
San José is 1 hour ahead of Fresno (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in San José?
Some of the most popular sights in San José are Parque Metropolitano La Sabana, Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and Museo de Oro. These are among the most viewed places in San José on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $648, about $245 less than Tuesday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Fresno to San José trip for March. Fares historically average $580 round-trip in that month - typically $310 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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