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

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 63% on flights from San Jose to Bay City. 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 $519 to $5,148. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

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 averaging $77 for economy cars. Top options include: • Budget • Dollar • Alamo • Hertz • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

Round-trip flights from San Jose to Bay City typically range from $470 to $1,247. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $519, on United Airlines.

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

United Airlines ($519) and Delta ($589) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Jose to Bay City according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s 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 6h 24m over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: $470-$1,247

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SJC - MBS • 1 stop

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Shortest trip • 11h 39m (one-way)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Jose to Bay City

Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18

6:30 am - 5:57 pmSJC San Jose-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

8h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:35 am - 12:02 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SJC San Jose

9h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$519United Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18

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

$589Delta

Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3