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Flight deals from San Jose to San Diego International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Jose to San Diego International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Diego.$133 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Jun, returning Mon, 9 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Jose International on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $133, select.
San Diego.$151 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul, returning Tue, 8 Jul.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Jose International on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $151, select.
San Diego.$151 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Oct, returning Tue, 4 Nov.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from San Jose International on Tue, 28 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from San Diego International on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $151, select.
San Diego.$151 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Aug, returning Wed, 13 Aug.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from San Jose International on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from San Diego International on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $151, select.
San Diego.$156 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Jun, returning Thu, 19 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from San Jose International on Thu, 12 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from San Diego International on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $156, select.
San Diego.$156 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Sep, returning Sun, 28 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from San Jose International on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from San Diego International on Sun, 28 Sep, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $156, select.
San Diego.$167 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Nov, returning Sat, 8 Nov.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from San Jose International on Sun, 2 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from San Diego International on Sat, 8 Nov, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $167, select.
San Diego.$167 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Jun, returning Thu, 3 Jul.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from San Jose International on Tue, 24 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from San Diego International on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $167, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to San Diego International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Jose to San Diego International flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from $214
Jun
from $133
Jul
from $151
Aug
from $151
Sep
from $156
Oct
from $174
Nov
from $167
Dec
from $354
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Mar
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Direct flights from San Jose to San Diego International

San Jose to San Diego International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Jose to San Diego below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Diego International.

San Jose to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$133
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 27 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week205

Finding cheap flights from San Jose to San Diego International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Jose to San Diego International is $133. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 27 minutes is the average flight time from San Jose to San Diego International.
Southwest Airlines, American Airlines and SkyWest Airlines fly direct from San Jose to San Diego International.
As of May 2025, there are 205 flights per week flying from San Jose to San Diego International.
The cheapest month to fly from San Jose to San Diego International is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Jose to San Diego International Airport on Thursday, 5 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 27 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Diego International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from San Jose to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know

  • San Jose's main airport is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC). Check out your options for flying out of this base when booking your flights from San Jose to San Diego International Airport (SAN).

  • Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 25 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from San Jose to San Diego International Airport.

  • San Jose and San Diego (where San Diego International Airport is located) share the UTC-7 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch when you land.

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the most popular route. There are 182 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with Southwest Airlines at 21:40. Opt for the first SJC to SAN departure operated by Alaska Airlines at 06:15 if you want to get going earlier.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from San Jose to SAN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.

  • If you're flying during a popular month like August, head to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.

Airports in San Jose

Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)

  • Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC). Nonstop flights from San Jose to San Diego International Airport (SAN) are available from here.

  • At SJC, there's a good selection of carriers that offer direct flights from San Jose to San Diego International Airport, such as:

  • SJC is around 6 kilometres from central San Jose. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will give you the fastest route and available public transport options.

  • Looking for a handy hotel near Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from San Jose to San Diego International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:

About San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego

  • San Diego International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of San Diego. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 9 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport takes about 20 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose to San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • For a one-way ticket from San Jose to San Diego International Airport, $67 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just $133. These are the lowest fares right now and may vary based on availability.

  • It's best to book 8 months in advance. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to find flight tickets from San Jose to SAN then.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from San Jose to San Diego International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll be the first to know when prices drop. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for flight tickets from San Jose to SAN.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Jose to San Diego International Airport.

The best time to fly from San Jose to San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from San Jose to San Diego International Airport. July is the busiest month to travel to San Diego. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in May.

  • Lock in your flight from San Jose to SAN for August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in San Diego to range from 17ºC to 28ºC.

  • Look for cheap flights from San Jose to San Diego International Airport in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC and 23ºC on average.

More about San Diego

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in San Diego right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from San Jose to San Diego International Airport:

  • San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum are a couple of leading attractions to add to your San Diego itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at SeaWorld San Diego.

Complete your San Diego trip with a car rental

  • Once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from San Jose to San Diego International Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in San Diego. Browse the deals and easily compare options on pick-up convenience, price, and more.

Plan the rest of your trip from San Jose to San Diego

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