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Cheap flights from Sacramento to San José from $197

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Delta Logo
6:09 pm - 12:04 pm
SMF
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SJO
16h 55m2 stops
Delta Logo
1:25 pm - 9:02 am
SJO
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SMF
20h 37m2 stops
$389Delta
Wed, Apr 15 - Thu, Apr 23
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:04 pm - 12:08 am
SMF
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SJO
28h 04m2 stops
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:28 am - 7:12 pm
SJO
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SMF
18h 44m2 stops
$409Alaska Airlines
Mon, Mar 9 - Thu, Mar 12
Avianca Logo
1:49 pm - 11:25 am
SMF
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SJO
19h 36m2 stops
Avianca Logo
6:00 am - 8:26 pm
SJO
-
SMF
15h 26m2 stops
$410Avianca
Mon, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 10
American Airlines Logo
3:12 pm - 12:43 pm
SMF
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SJO
19h 31m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
3:59 pm - 10:41 am
SJO
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SMF
20h 42m2 stops
$413American Airlines
Tue, Feb 10 - Tue, Feb 17
United Airlines Logo
8:07 pm - 7:15 am
SMF
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SJO
10h 08m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
1:25 pm - 10:29 pm
SJO
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SMF
10h 04m1 stop
$419United Airlines
Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 20
Avianca Logo
1:49 pm - 11:45 am
SMF
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SJO
19h 56m3 stops
Avianca Logo
6:00 am - 8:26 pm
SJO
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SMF
15h 26m2 stops
$420Avianca
Mon, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 10
Avianca Logo
1:49 pm - 8:40 am
SMF
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SJO
16h 51m2 stops
Avianca Logo
6:00 am - 8:26 pm
SJO
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SMF
15h 26m2 stops
$421Avianca
Wed, Mar 4 - Thu, Mar 12
Avianca Logo
6:00 am - 11:15 pm
SMF
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SJO
16h 15m1 stop
Avianca Logo
5:45 am - 8:27 pm
SJO
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SMF
15h 42m2 stops
$422Avianca
Thu, May 7 - Sun, May 10
Avianca Logo
1:49 pm - 11:45 am
SMF
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SJO
19h 56m3 stops
Avianca Logo
12:40 pm - 10:33 am
SJO
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SMF
22h 53m3 stops
$423Avianca
Mon, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 10
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:57 pm - 12:08 am
SMF
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SJO
32h 11m2 stops
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:28 am - 4:15 pm
SJO
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SMF
15h 47m2 stops
$424Alaska Airlines
Sun, Mar 8 - Thu, Mar 12

American Airlines flights from Sacramento to San José

Our best American Airlines deals on Sacramento to San José flight tickets
American Airlines
Feb 10
SMF3:12 pmSacramento Intl
19h 31m
2 stops
SJO12:43 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 17
SJO3:59 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
20h 42m
2 stops
SMF10:41 amSacramento Intl
$413
American Airlines
Feb 9
SMF10:29 pmSacramento Intl
12h 09m
1 stop
SJO12:38 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 19
SJO12:35 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
12h 06m
1 stop
SMF10:41 amSacramento Intl
$438
American Airlines
Feb 28
SMF4:55 pmSacramento Intl
15h 29m
2 stops
SJO10:24 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mar 7
SJO11:35 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
12h 06m
1 stop
SMF9:41 amSacramento Intl
$448

United Airlines flights from Sacramento to San José

Our best United Airlines deals on Sacramento to San José flight tickets
United Airlines
Feb 2
SMF8:30 pmSacramento Intl
10h 02m
1 stop
SJO8:32 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 13
SJO9:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 35m
1 stop
SMF10:15 pmSacramento Intl
$408
United Airlines
May 6
SMF8:07 pmSacramento Intl
10h 08m
1 stop
SJO7:15 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
May 20
SJO1:25 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 04m
1 stop
SMF10:29 pmSacramento Intl
$419
United Airlines
Feb 2
SMF8:30 pmSacramento Intl
10h 02m
1 stop
SJO8:32 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 9
SJO9:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 14m
1 stop
SMF9:54 pmSacramento Intl
$428

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SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/15

6:09 pm-12:04 pm

2 stops16h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/23

1:25 pm-9:02 am

2 stops20h 37m

$389

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/9

7:04 pm-12:08 am

2 stops28h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/12

1:28 am-7:12 pm

2 stops18h 44m

$409

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/2

1:49 pm-11:25 am

2 stops19h 36m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/10

6:00 am-8:26 pm

2 stops15h 26m

$410

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/10

3:12 pm-12:43 pm

2 stops19h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/17

3:59 pm-10:41 am

2 stops20h 42m

$413

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/6

8:07 pm-7:15 am

1 stop10h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/20

1:25 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop10h 04m

$419

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/2

1:49 pm-11:45 am

3 stops19h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/10

6:00 am-8:26 pm

2 stops15h 26m

$420

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/4

1:49 pm-8:40 am

2 stops16h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/12

6:00 am-8:26 pm

2 stops15h 26m

$421

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Thu 5/7

6:00 am-11:15 pm

1 stop16h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/10

5:45 am-8:27 pm

2 stops15h 42m

$422

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/2

1:49 pm-11:45 am

3 stops19h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/10

12:40 pm-10:33 am

3 stops22h 53m

$423

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Sun 3/8

2:57 pm-12:08 am

2 stops32h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/12

1:28 am-4:15 pm

2 stops15h 47m

$424

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to San José. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $509. If you don’t want to visit San José in August, then you should wait until October to fly from Sacramento, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $510.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to San José from Sacramento is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $716. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Sacramento to San José on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around $791. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San José from Sacramento when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José for around $591 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José from Sacramento for as low as $474 on momondo.

How have Sacramento to San José flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Sacramento to San José flights are approximately 18% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Sacramento to San José

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Cheap Sacramento to San José (SMF to SJO) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

8h 39m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Sacramento to San José takes 8h 39m
There are no direct flights from Sacramento to San José. There are no popular flight routes from Sacramento to San José.
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  • How far is Sacramento Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl by plane?

    A flight from Sacramento Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl will travel around 3038.3 mi. Typically, this will take 8h 39m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Sacramento Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sacramento Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Sacramento to San José?

Best airlines flying from Sacramento to San José

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $140Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,287 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $332Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,025 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $423Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,095 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $440Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,139 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $539Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,248 reviews
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