Which airports can I use when flying from San Jose to Bay City?

Flights from San Jose to Bay City usually depart from San Jose (SJC) and arrive at Bay City MBS Intl (MBS).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Jose to Bay City?

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

Which airports do connecting flights from San Jose to Bay City pass through?

Connecting flights from San Jose to Bay City most commonly pass through: • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 75% of one-stop connections • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 25% of one-stop connections Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 63% on the San Jose to Bay City route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $470 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,247, a difference of $777. 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 long is a flight from San Jose to Bay City?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from San Jose to Bay City. Flights with 1 layover take between 9h 06m and 11h 39m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Jose to Bay City?

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 San Jose to Bay City 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 $409 to $1,278. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from San Jose to Bay City looking right now?

One-way fares from San Jose to Bay City are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $472, which is 120% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 06m, compared with 11h 39m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

What is the time difference between San Jose and Bay City?

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

What car rental options are available at Bay City MBS Intl Airport (MBS)?

Bay City MBS Intl Airport (MBS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $30 for economy cars. Top options include: • Budget • Dollar • Alamo • Hertz • Avis

What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Jose to Bay City?

Delta ($409) and United Airlines ($458) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Jose to Bay City according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from San Jose to Bay City?

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) is the most popular layover for the San Jose to Bay City route. 75% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ORD.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Jose to Bay City?

Flights via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $470. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Jose to Bay City which airport offers the shortest layover?

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) had the shortest average connection time for San Jose to Bay City layovers at 384 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Fri, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 27

10:45 pm - 11:01 amSJC San Jose-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

9h 16m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

3:46 pm - 10:08 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SJC San Jose

9h 22m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Los Angeles

$409Delta

Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16

5:54 pm - 11:01 amSJC San Jose-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

14h 07m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

11:41 am - 10:12 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SJC San Jose

13h 31m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

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Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7

7:20 am - 10:27 pmSJC San Jose-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

12h 07m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

3:51 pm - 12:03 amMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SJC San Jose

11h 12m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Salt Lake City

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Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 10

6:08 pm - 11:04 amSJC San Jose-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

13h 56m2 stops Los Angeles Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

3:51 pm - 12:03 amMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SJC San Jose

11h 12m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Salt Lake City

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2:15 pm - 11:59 pmSJC San Jose-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

6h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:00 am - 11:59 amMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SJC San Jose

9h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

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Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Oct 19

2:08 pm - 11:49 pmSJC San Jose-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

6h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:37 pm - 10:42 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SJC San Jose

7h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$594United Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 17

4:31 pm - 5:26 pmSJC San Jose-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

21h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

11:43 am - 10:50 amMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SJC San Jose

26h 07m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$636Delta

Tue, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 19

6:34 pm - 3:06 pmSJC San Jose-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

17h 32m2 stops Los Angeles Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6:07 pm - 1:57 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SJC San Jose

22h 50m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$645Delta

Fri, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 27

2:08 pm - 11:49 pmSJC San Jose-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

6h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:15 am - 12:02 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SJC San Jose

9h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$673United Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 17

5:42 pm - 5:26 pmSJC San Jose-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

20h 44m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

11:43 am - 10:50 amMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SJC San Jose

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

Round-trip flights from San Jose to Bay City start at $409. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $470 to $1,247. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $409 on Delta.

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Which airports can I use when flying from San Jose to Bay City?
Flights from San Jose to Bay City usually depart from San Jose (SJC) and arrive at Bay City MBS Intl (MBS).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Jose to Bay City?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Jose to Bay City.
Which airports do connecting flights from San Jose to Bay City pass through?
Connecting flights from San Jose to Bay City most commonly pass through:

• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 75% of one-stop connections
• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 25% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Jose to Bay City?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 63% on the San Jose to Bay City route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $470 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,247, a difference of $777. 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 long is a flight from San Jose to Bay City?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from San Jose to Bay City. Flights with 1 layover take between 9h 06m and 11h 39m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Jose to Bay City?
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 San Jose to Bay City 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 $409 to $1,278. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San Jose to Bay City looking right now?
One-way fares from San Jose to Bay City are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $472, which is 120% above the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Jose to Bay City?
Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 06m, compared with 11h 39m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).
What is the time difference between San Jose and Bay City?
Bay City is 3 hours ahead of San Jose (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What car rental options are available at Bay City MBS Intl Airport (MBS)?
Bay City MBS Intl Airport (MBS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $30 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Budget
• Dollar
• Alamo
• Hertz
• Avis

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Friday flights average $470 - about $777 less than Thursday (62% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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