£156 Cheap Flights from San José (SJO) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Cheap Flights from San José (SJO) to San Francisco (SFO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £156 for one-way flights and £306 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

JetBlue Airways
JetBlue Airways
JetBlue Airways
JetBlue Airways
JetBlue Airways
JetBlue Airways
Copa
avianca
Alaska Airlines
Aeromexico

Find the cheapest month to fly from San José (SJO) to San Francisco (SFO)

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From £225 - £425 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flight from San José to San Francisco route information
Origin airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, Copa, JetBlue Airways, avianca
Return price
£306
Distance
4865 km
Average flight time
7 hours 49 mins

Compare flights from San José to San Francisco easily and book with confidence

For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from San José to San Francisco. Operating between them 1 flights per day, 20 airlines cover the route. And United Airlines fly direct, getting you to San Francisco Intl. in just 6hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from Juan Santamaría Intl. to San Francisco Intl..  

To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights. 

Grab a great deal on your flight from Juan Santamaría Intl. (SJO) to San Francisco Intl. (SFO)

The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from San José to San Francisco today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from Juan Santamaría Intl. to San Francisco Intl. start at just £306 and range up to £731.  

To find an even better deal, try  

  • being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper
  • looking for other airports near San José and San Francisco
  • booking your flight during August, the cheapest month on this route
  • varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper 

Why you should book your San José to San Francisco flight with Expedia!

We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from Juan Santamaría Intl. to San Francisco Intl. for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.  

Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.  

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to SFO?
Within the past 7 days on Expedia, for flights departing within the next year, the lowest price advertised for a round-trip journey from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) was £306. Fares this good don't hang around forever, so book yours today. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to SFO?
Every air carrier has its own terms and conditions. If you do decide to cancel, follow the instructions on our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport to SFO that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for SJO to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
The distance is around 4,900 kilometres. Sleep mask? Check. Warm clothes? Double check. We suggest you pack all the essentials for this long-haul San Jose to San Francisco flight.
Which airlines fly direct from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport to San Francisco Airport?
If you want to travel straight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to SFO, you'll need to book a flight with at least one stop. Unfortunately, there are no airlines that fly directly between these airports.
Are Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Last-minute bookings from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport to SFO can be hit-or-miss. You may be able to find a bargain, but you could also miss out entirely! If you'd rather start your trip planning early on, Expedia compares flight deals up to a year in advance. Just bear in mind that not all airlines publish their prices that far in advance. Our top tip? Check back often as updates are made frequently.

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