What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to San Jose?

Southwest, Spirit Airlines, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to San Jose

How long does it take to fly to San Jose?

The flight from New York to San Jose depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Newark (a popular airport in New York) to San Jose (the most popular airport in San Jose), then the flight time is 7h 31m on average. If you fly from New York (another popular airport in New York) to San Jose, then the average flight time is 7h 42m.

How many flights depart from New York to San Jose on average per week?

The number of flights available between New York and San Jose is 3 per week as of July 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 33% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

What airlines fly to San Jose?

United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Jose from New York according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San Jose. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to San Jose on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to San Jose Airport?

Prices for flights from New York to San Jose Airport were last updated today.

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The number of operators available for flights from New York to San Jose Airport is 8 as of July 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to San Jose Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to San Jose Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Jose Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Jose Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Jose Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Jose?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from New York to San Jose. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $328. If you aren’t able to travel to San Jose during the month of March, then flying in January is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $330.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Jose?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Jose is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $521. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to San Jose on Sunday is $796.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Jose?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to San Jose is in the evening. Flights from New York to San Jose during this time can be as low as $356. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to San Jose is in the afternoon when prices are around $616.

How far in advance should I book a flight to San Jose?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Jose from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Jose for around $407 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Jose from New York for as low as $265 on momondo.

How have New York to San Jose flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2025, prices for New York to San Jose flights are approximately 11% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from New York to San Jose according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Fastest flight time	7h 30m
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The best one-way flight to San Jose from New York in the past 72 hours is $75. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to San Jose found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $133.

The fastest flight from New York to San Jose takes 7h 30m

There are no direct flights from New York to San Jose. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are New York LaGuardia Airport - San Jose Airport and Newark Airport - San Jose Airport.

There is 1 airport near San Jose: San Jose (SJC)

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How far is New York to San Jose by plane?
A flight from New York to San Jose will travel around 2547.4 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 7h 30m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to San Jose Airport?
Prices for flights from New York to San Jose Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to San Jose Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from New York to San Jose Airport is 8 as of July 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to San Jose Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to San Jose Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Jose Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Jose Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Jose Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from New York to San Jose?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from New York to San Jose is Boeing 757-200 (16.67% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 757-200 (winglets) (16.67%), Boeing 777 (11.11%), and Airbus A321 (sharklets) (11.11%).
What is the most popular airline from New York to San Jose?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between New York and San Jose, the leading airline is Delta, making up 28% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include American Airlines with 18%, Spirit Airlines with 15%, and United Airlines with 13%.

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Frontier	PriceFrom $128	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.9 3,271 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $129	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,055 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $201	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 10,000 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $226	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $246	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 2,910 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $263	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,846 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $276	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,952 reviews	Search Delta flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $292	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,250 reviews	Search Southwest flights

Southwest Flights From New York to San Jose
The lowest priced Southwest flight from New York to San Jose from the last 72 hours was $292. Generally, Southwest has 3 flights on this route every week with an average price of $548. Southwest is rated 8.0/10 by our users.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Jose?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Jose?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Jose?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to San Jose is in the evening. Flights from New York to San Jose during this time can be as low as $356. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to San Jose is in the afternoon when prices are around $616.

How far in advance should I book a flight to San Jose?

How have New York to San Jose flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2025, prices for New York to San Jose flights are approximately 11% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to San Jose?

Southwest, Spirit Airlines, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to San Jose

What airlines fly to San Jose?

How many flights depart from New York to San Jose on average per week?

The number of flights available between New York and San Jose is 3 per week as of July 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 33% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How long does it take to fly to San Jose?

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