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Cheapest round-trip
$135
Typical prices: $232-$432
Frontier
Mon 11/5Mon 11/12
SFO - SJC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$112
Typical prices: $138-$411
Alaska Airlines
Tue 12/11
SFO - SJC • 1 stop
When to travel
December
Cheapest • 34% price drop
November
Most popular
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to San Jose (SFO-SJC)

 

Cheap flights from San Francisco to San Jose with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
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9:09 am - 8:12 pmSFO  San Francisco-SJC San Jose
11h 03m1 stop Los Angeles
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9:07 pm - 10:11 amSJC  San Jose-SFO San Francisco
13h 04m1 stop Los Angeles
$135Frontier
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
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9:09 am - 8:12 pmSFO  San Francisco-SJC San Jose
11h 03m1 stop Los Angeles
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9:07 pm - 10:11 amSJC  San Jose-SFO San Francisco
13h 04m1 stop Los Angeles
$152Frontier
Wed, Nov 25 - Thu, Dec 3
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9:20 pm - 2:15 pmSFO  San Francisco-SJC San Jose
16h 55m1 stop Los Angeles
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2:41 pm - 8:18 pmSJC  San Jose-SFO San Francisco
5h 37m1 stop Los Angeles
$160Frontier
Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Dec 3
Frontier Logo
9:20 pm - 2:15 pmSFO  San Francisco-SJC San Jose
16h 55m1 stop Los Angeles
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2:41 pm - 8:18 pmSJC  San Jose-SFO San Francisco
5h 37m1 stop Los Angeles
$184Frontier
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
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7:04 am - 11:11 amSFO  San Francisco-SJC San Jose
4h 07m1 stop San Diego
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9:39 am - 9:52 pmSJC  San Jose-SFO San Francisco
12h 13m1 stop San Diego
$187Alaska Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
Frontier Logo
6:02 am - 8:12 pmSFO  San Francisco-SJC San Jose
14h 10m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
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9:07 pm - 10:11 amSJC  San Jose-SFO San Francisco
13h 04m1 stop Los Angeles
$194Frontier
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
Frontier Logo
9:09 am - 8:12 pmSFO  San Francisco-SJC San Jose
11h 03m1 stop Los Angeles
Frontier Logo
9:07 pm - 10:11 amSJC  San Jose-SFO San Francisco
13h 04m1 stop Los Angeles
$202Frontier
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9
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9:14 am - 8:12 pmSFO  San Francisco-SJC San Jose
10h 58m1 stop Los Angeles
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2:41 pm - 6:19 pmSJC  San Jose-SFO San Francisco
27h 38m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$206Frontier
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
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6:02 am - 8:12 pmSFO  San Francisco-SJC San Jose
14h 10m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
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9:07 pm - 10:11 amSJC  San Jose-SFO San Francisco
13h 04m1 stop Los Angeles
$213Frontier
Sat, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 16
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10:29 am - 2:43 pmSFO  San Francisco-SJC San Jose
4h 14m1 stop San Diego
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8:03 am - 10:45 pmSJC  San Jose-SFO San Francisco
14h 42m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$225Alaska Airlines

Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to San Jose flights

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

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to San Jose typically range from $232 to $432. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $135, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to San Jose. It’s 34% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 51% higher.

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Key details for San Francisco to San Jose flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$112
Beat the crowds with an average 69% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from San Francisco to San Jose

When to book flights from San Francisco to San Jose

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to San Jose based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San Francisco to San Jose flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to San Jose.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to San Jose range from $232 to $432, with an average of $351 over the past 12 months. Anything below $232 counts as a good deal.

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

    One-way fares from San Francisco to San Jose are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $185, which is 29% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz

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

    Flights from San Francisco to San Jose usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at San Jose (SJC).

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

    Most connecting flights from San Francisco to San Jose pass through San Diego (SAN), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 57% on flights from San Francisco to San Jose. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $232 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $531, a difference of $299.

    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 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.

Your guide to booking San Francisco to San Jose flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $232, about $299 less than Saturday fares (56% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to San Jose trip for December. Fares historically average $232 round-trip in that month - typically $238 less than the most expensive month, which is March (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
    • Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley by IHG
    • Sonesta Select San Jose Airport

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