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Cheap flights from Sacramento to San José from $167

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Southwest Logo
10:50 pm - 12:10 pm
SMF
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SJO
12h 20m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
1:10 pm - 11:05 pm
SJO
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SMF
10h 55m
1 stop
$437Southwest
Thu, Apr 9 - Thu, Apr 16
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2:35 pm - 11:07 am
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SJO
19h 32m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
2:22 pm - 10:38 am
SJO
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SMF
21h 16m
2 stops
$440American Airlines
Tue, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 14
American Airlines Logo
4:34 pm - 1:22 pm
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SJO
19h 48m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
11:35 pm - 10:41 pm
SJO
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SMF
24h 06m
1 stop
$449American Airlines
Tue, Apr 7 - Wed, Apr 15
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3:53 pm - 7:15 am
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SJO
14h 22m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 5:49 pm
SJO
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SMF
12h 09m
1 stop
$452United Airlines
Wed, Apr 8 - Sat, Apr 18
American Airlines Logo
2:27 pm - 1:22 pm
SMF
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SJO
21h 55m
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American Airlines Logo
11:35 pm - 10:49 pm
SJO
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SMF
24h 14m
1 stop
$455American Airlines
Sat, May 9 - Sat, May 16
United Airlines Logo
3:53 pm - 7:15 am
SMF
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SJO
14h 22m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 5:48 pm
SJO
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SMF
12h 08m
1 stop
$465United Airlines
Wed, Apr 8 - Sun, Apr 19
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:36 pm
SMF
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SJO
14h 36m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
11:35 pm - 11:59 pm
SJO
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SMF
25h 24m
1 stop
$466American Airlines
Sat, May 9 - Sat, May 16
Alaska Airlines Logo
11:50 am - 11:45 pm
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SJO
34h 55m
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Alaska Airlines Logo
12:53 am - 7:26 pm
SJO
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SMF
19h 33m
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$468Alaska Airlines
Sat, May 9 - Fri, May 15
American Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 9:36 pm
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SJO
13h 31m
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American Airlines Logo
11:35 pm - 11:59 pm
SJO
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25h 24m
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$471American Airlines
Sat, May 9 - Sat, May 16
United Airlines Logo
8:29 pm - 7:15 am
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SJO
9h 46m
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United Airlines Logo
12:30 am - 12:07 pm
SJO
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SMF
12h 37m
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$484United Airlines
Wed, May 27 - Tue, Jun 9

Southwest flights from Sacramento to San José

Our best Southwest deals on Sacramento to San José flight tickets
Southwest
Apr 9
SMF10:50 pmSacramento Intl
12h 20m
1 stop
SJO12:10 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Apr 16
SJO1:10 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 55m
1 stop
SMF11:05 pmSacramento Intl
$437
Southwest
Apr 10
SMF10:50 pmSacramento Intl
12h 45m
1 stop
SJO12:35 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Apr 15
SJO1:10 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 00m
2 stops
SMF7:10 amSacramento Intl
$490
Southwest
Apr 7
SMF10:50 pmSacramento Intl
12h 20m
1 stop
SJO12:10 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Apr 14
SJO1:10 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 05m
2 stops
SMF7:15 amSacramento Intl
$491

Azul flights from Sacramento to San José

Our best Azul deals on Sacramento to San José flight tickets
Azul
Mar 7
SMF4:00 pmSacramento Intl
17h 56m
2 stops
SJO11:56 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mar 14
SJO5:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
15h 46m
1 stop
SMF8:26 pmSacramento Intl
$575
Azul
Mar 3
SMF7:30 amSacramento Intl
8h 46m
1 stop
SJO6:16 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mar 9
SJO1:20 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
21h 16m
2 stops
SMF9:36 amSacramento Intl
$580

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to San José that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated February 25, 2026.
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SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Thu 4/9

10:50 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop12h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/16

1:10 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop10h 55m

$437

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/7

2:35 pm-11:07 am

2 stops19h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/14

2:22 pm-10:38 am

2 stops21h 16m

$440

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/7

4:34 pm-1:22 pm

2 stops19h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/15

11:35 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop24h 06m

$449

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/8

3:53 pm-7:15 am

1 stop14h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/18

6:40 am-5:49 pm

1 stop12h 09m

$452

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/9

2:27 pm-1:22 pm

1 stop21h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/16

11:35 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop24h 14m

$455

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/8

3:53 pm-7:15 am

1 stop14h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 4/19

6:40 am-5:48 pm

1 stop12h 08m

$465

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/9

6:00 am-9:36 pm

1 stop14h 36m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/16

11:35 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop25h 24m

$466

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/9

11:50 am-11:45 pm

2 stops34h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/15

12:53 am-7:26 pm

2 stops19h 33m

$468

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/9

7:05 am-9:36 pm

2 stops13h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/16

11:35 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop25h 24m

$471

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/27

8:29 pm-7:15 am

1 stop9h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/9

12:30 am-12:07 pm

1 stop12h 37m

$484

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sacramento and San José?

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 $510. If you don’t want to visit San José in August, then you should wait until April to fly from Sacramento, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $518.

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 Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $709. 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 $818. 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 $504 on momondo.

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

As of February 2026, prices for Sacramento to San José flights are approximately 14% more expensive 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 24m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Sacramento to San José takes 8h 24m
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 24m 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
8,489 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $332Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,237 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $404Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,345 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $441Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,345 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $510Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,300 reviews
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