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Cheapest round-trip
$212
Typical prices: $277-$438
Frontier, Alaska Airlines
Mon 9/24Fri 9/28
SLC - SJC • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$269
Typical prices: $280-$446
Delta
Sun 11/11Mon 11/12
SLC - SJC • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta and Southwest. Average duration is 1h 59m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 55% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $291 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 29m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Salt Lake City to San Jose (SLC-SJC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Salt Lake City to San Jose

Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28
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9:28 am - 12:43 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-SJC San Jose
4h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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2:25 pm - 8:59 pmSJC  San Jose-SLC Salt Lake City
5h 34m1 stop San Diego
$212Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:28 am - 12:43 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-SJC San Jose
4h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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2:25 pm - 8:59 pmSJC  San Jose-SLC Salt Lake City
5h 34m1 stop San Diego
$212Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 4
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:08 am - 1:45 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-SJC San Jose
7h 37m1 stop San Diego
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11:12 am - 11:42 amSJC  San Jose-SLC Salt Lake City
23h 30m1 stop San Diego
$213Alaska Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
Frontier Logo
8:00 am - 7:53 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-SJC San Jose
12h 53m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
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9:03 pm - 11:09 amSJC  San Jose-SLC Salt Lake City
13h 06m1 stop Los Angeles
$214Frontier
Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 21
Frontier Logo
9:28 am - 12:43 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-SJC San Jose
4h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
9:03 pm - 11:59 pmSJC  San Jose-SLC Salt Lake City
25h 56m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
$215Frontier
Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 21
Frontier Logo
9:28 am - 12:43 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-SJC San Jose
4h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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1:38 pm - 7:29 pmSJC  San Jose-SLC Salt Lake City
4h 51m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$220Frontier
Wed, Nov 11 - Thu, Nov 12
Delta Logo
11:44 am - 12:40 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-SJC San Jose
1h 56mnonstop
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6:00 am - 8:55 amSJC  San Jose-SLC Salt Lake City
1h 55mnonstop
$269Delta
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 11
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9:10 pm - 10:09 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-SJC San Jose
1h 59mnonstop
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6:00 am - 8:55 amSJC  San Jose-SLC Salt Lake City
1h 55mnonstop
$269Delta
Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28
Southwest Logo
11:30 am - 12:25 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-SJC San Jose
1h 55mnonstop
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4:30 pm - 7:20 pmSJC  San Jose-SLC Salt Lake City
1h 50mnonstop
$269Southwest
Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28
Southwest Logo
7:20 pm - 10:25 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-SJC San Jose
4h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Southwest Logo
4:30 pm - 7:20 pmSJC  San Jose-SLC Salt Lake City
1h 50mnonstop
$279Southwest
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Salt Lake City to San Jose flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Salt Lake City to San Jose?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Salt Lake City to San Jose, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 46% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Salt Lake City to San Jose?

  • March is the cheapest month to fly from Salt Lake City to San Jose at $308 round-trip.
  • June ($369) and January ($359) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 19% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Salt Lake City to San Jose the cheapest?

Flights from Salt Lake City to San Jose are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 55% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Salt Lake City to San Jose

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Southwest

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SLC

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 Salt Lake City to San Jose flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$97
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 10% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
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Your Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to San Jose flights?

    Among airlines operating Salt Lake City to San Jose flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from Salt Lake City to San Jose?

    2 airlines operate flights between Salt Lake City and San Jose. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Delta
    • Southwest

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Salt Lake City to San Jose?

    Flights from Salt Lake City to San Jose usually depart from Salt Lake City (SLC) and arrive at San Jose (SJC).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Salt Lake City to San Jose flights?

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

    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • 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 Salt Lake City to San Jose?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Salt Lake City to San Jose:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $291 round-trip via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared to $332 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$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 Salt Lake City to San Jose?

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Salt Lake City to San Jose pass through?

    One-stop flights from Salt Lake City to San Jose most commonly connect through:

    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 46% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • San Diego (SAN) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 8% of one-stop connections

    Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Salt Lake City to San Jose route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 38%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $299 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $478: a $179 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How are flight departures from Salt Lake City to San Jose spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Salt Lake City to San Jose flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 20%, evening flights for 20%, and night flights for 20%.

  • 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 Santana Row. These are among the most viewed places in San Jose on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Salt Lake City to San Jose?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Salt Lake City to San Jose:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:51 am and lands at 9:50 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:55 pm and lands at 12:54 am.

    The flight takes about 1h 59m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Salt Lake City to San Jose flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 92% above the route average of $327. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Salt Lake City to San Jose?

    A nonstop flight from Salt Lake City to San Jose takes 1h 59m, covering 583 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City 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 $212 to $2,117. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Salt Lake City to San Jose looking right now?

    One-way fares from Salt Lake City to San Jose are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $114, which is 44% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 29m, compared with 4h 54m via San Diego (SAN) and 5h 28m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

  • What is the time difference between Salt Lake City and San Jose?

    San Jose is 1 hour behind Salt Lake City (Pacific Time vs Mountain 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 Salt Lake City to San Jose flight?

    Round-trip flights from Salt Lake City to San Jose range from $277 to $438, with an average of $327 over the past 12 months. Anything below $277 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Salt Lake City to San Jose flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Salt Lake City to San Jose flights:

    • • Delta
    • • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Salt Lake City 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 Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $299 - about $179 less than Monday (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 55% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Salt Lake City to San Jose trip for March. Fares historically average $308 round-trip in that month - typically $61 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Airport (LAS) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $291 round-trip on this route - about $41 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

Prefer to fly direct from Salt Lake City to San Jose?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Salt Lake City Airport to San Jose Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Salt Lake City to San Jose

Monday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Friday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

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Direct returns

San Jose to Salt Lake City

Monday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Friday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

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