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Cheapest round-trip
$313
Typical prices: $414-$604
Frontier
Fri 12/14Mon 12/17
SJC - DFW • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$339
Typical prices: $428-$616
American Airlines
Mon 12/3Fri 12/7
SJC - DFW • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with American Airlines. Average duration is 3h 40m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 40% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 19% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $251 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 30m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth (SJC-DFW)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon, Dec 14 - Thu, Dec 17
Frontier Logo
2:40 pm - 5:36 amSJC  San Jose-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
12h 56m2 stops Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
5:11 am - 5:04 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-SJC San Jose
13h 53m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$313Frontier
Tue, Dec 15 - Wed, Dec 16
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 10:59 pmSJC  San Jose-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
13h 54m1 stop San Diego
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3:09 pm - 9:24 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-SJC San Jose
8h 15m1 stop San Diego
$317Alaska Airlines
Mon, Dec 14 - Wed, Dec 16
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:54 am - 10:59 pmSJC  San Jose-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
11h 05m1 stop San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
3:09 pm - 7:03 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-SJC San Jose
5h 54m1 stop San Diego
$317Alaska Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Sat, Nov 21
Frontier Logo
9:07 pm - 7:22 pmSJC  San Jose-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
20h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
8:54 pm - 2:15 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-SJC San Jose
19h 21m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Ontario
$317Frontier
Wed, Nov 18 - Sat, Dec 5
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3:40 pm - 10:57 pmSJC  San Jose-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
5h 17m1 stop San Diego
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10:59 pm - 1:45 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-SJC San Jose
16h 46m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Los Angeles
$322Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Fri, Jan 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:35 pm - 6:20 amSJC  San Jose-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
8h 45m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:27 pm - 2:30 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-SJC San Jose
18h 03m1 stop Los Angeles
$323Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
American Airlines Logo
2:58 pm - 8:38 pmSJC  San Jose-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
3h 40mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
8:20 pm - 10:12 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-SJC San Jose
3h 52mnonstop
$339American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 2
American Airlines Logo
2:55 pm - 8:30 pmSJC  San Jose-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
3h 35mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
9:15 am - 11:08 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-SJC San Jose
3h 53mnonstop
$339American Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Thu, Nov 26
Delta Logo
2:57 pm - 11:52 pmSJC  San Jose-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
6h 55m1 stop Los Angeles
Delta Logo
11:02 am - 5:09 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-SJC San Jose
8h 07m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$359Delta
Wed, Dec 9 - Thu, Dec 17
Delta Logo
1:39 pm - 9:25 pmSJC  San Jose-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
5h 46m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
7:33 am - 2:14 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-SJC San Jose
8h 41m1 stop Los Angeles
$359Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

Round-trip flights from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport typically range from $414 to $604. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $313, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport at $397 round-trip.
•March ($562) and June ($561) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 41% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport the cheapest?

Flights from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 40% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth

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

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

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.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DFW

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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 San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$167
Beat the crowds with an average 24% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 26% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport

When to book flights from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth

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Your San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flight questions, answered

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 9:40 am
    • Latest: departs at 3:12 pm and lands at 6:52 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 40m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    A nonstop flight from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport takes 3h 40m, covering 1,435 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    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 Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport range from $414 to $604, with an average of $490 over the past 12 months. Anything below $414 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 37% above the $490 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $251 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $508 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $50–$100 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 San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest and Alaska Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

  • How are flight departures from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flights, with 66% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 34%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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 $313 to $1,500. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flights:

    • American Airlines
    • Alaska Airlines

    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.

  • How are flight prices from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $177, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW)?

    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $57 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Easirent
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Ace
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Flights from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport usually depart from San Jose (SJC) and arrive at Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport most commonly connect through:

    • San Diego (SAN) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $433 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $536, a difference of $103.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Only American Airlines operates flights between San Jose and Dallas/Fort Worth Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 30m, compared with 6h 17m via San Diego (SAN) and 8h 28m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between San Jose and Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Dallas/Fort Worth Airport is 2 hours ahead of San Jose (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Dallas/Fort Worth Airport are American Airlines Center, Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center and Dallas World Aquarium. These are among the most viewed places in Dallas/Fort Worth Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flights:

    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Alaska Airlines: offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flights?

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

    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • Which restaurants can I find at San Jose International Airport?

    You can enjoy Italian cuisine at San Jose Joe's or some Mexican food at Tres Gringos. Other restaurants include Pizza My Heart, Sushi Boat, Smashburger, and Brioche Dorée, all in Terminal B. Other eateries in the San Jose Airport are popular, brand restaurants such as Einstein Bros. Bagels and Gordon Biersch, all in Terminal A.

  • Can I use public transport to get to San Jose International Airport?

    Buses drop off passengers at the airport bus stop, located less than a block away from the airport terminal. The buses operate every 10 minutes from Downtown Alajuela which is 15 minutes from the airport and Downtown San Jose. Buses arrive every hour from Downtown Heredia, which is 40 minutes away from the airport. You can also board a train from the Santa Clara Caltrain Station or Metro Light Rail Station, which will drop you off at the airport terminal.

  • Where can I rent a car at DFW Airport?

    The Car Rental Center, which is close to the airport's south entrance, handles on-site car rentals. Rental Car Service picks up passengers outside on the terminal's lower level by a free shuttle service. The Rental Car Center is served by rental car companies like Advantage, Alamo, SIXT, Avis, Budget, Hertz, Enterprise, E-Z, National, Payless, and Thrifty.

  • Are there pet relief areas at DFW Airport?

    The designated pet relief areas at DFW Airport can be found post-security near Gates A29, B28, D18, as well as E31. Outdoor pet relief areas are located near the short-term parking opposite the terminal from Gates A8, B49, C39, D17, and E38. There is a pet grooming area at the north entrance of the airport.

Your guide to booking San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $433, about $103 less than Sunday fares (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 40% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport trip for August. Fares historically average $397 round-trip in that month - typically $165 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $251 round-trip on this route - about $256 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) includes a high-tech art program with both temporary and permanent displays. For music lovers, there is a piano in the baggage claim area of Terminal B, where you can play the keys while you wait for your flight.
  • If you did not get the chance to secure your luggage before getting to San Jose International Airport, you can go to the check-in hall where SkyCap runs a luggage wrapping service. This will protect your bags from damage or theft.
  • Travelers arriving at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) can take advantage of the free automated train service by Skylink that travels airside, taking post-security travelers between the terminals. The trains run every 2 minutes, taking passengers between the two farthest areas in about 9 minutes.
  • Passengers arriving at DFW Airport can find volunteers to assist them with general destination and airport queries on topics like lost items, transportation assistance, wiring money, and emergency housing. They are located in Terminal E, near Gate E14 beside the baggage claim.
  • If you are traveling with kids, you can go to the McDonald's Play Area In Terminal D, next to Gate D8. The young ones can play with foam sculptures in this area, and parents can sit nearby and use the charging stations. Children might also appreciate some of the artwork at the airport.

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Direct departures

San Jose to Dallas/Fort Worth

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Dallas/Fort Worth to San Jose

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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