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Cheap flights from Sacramento to San José from $161

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American Airlines Logo
7:08 pm - 12:26 pm
SMF
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SJO
16h 18m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
1:08 pm - 10:31 am
SJO
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SMF
22h 23m
2 stops
$447American Airlines
Sun, Aug 16 - Mon, Aug 31
American Airlines Logo
11:59 pm - 1:52 pm
SMF
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SJO
12h 53m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
1:08 pm - 1:55 pm
SJO
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SMF
25h 47m
1 stop
$453American Airlines
Sun, Aug 16 - Mon, Aug 31
United Airlines Logo
8:22 pm - 7:15 am
SMF
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SJO
9h 53m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
11:13 am - 10:43 pm
SJO
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SMF
12h 30m
1 stop
$468United Airlines
Tue, May 5 - Wed, Jun 3
American Airlines Logo
2:50 pm - 11:05 am
SMF
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SJO
19h 15m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
1:05 pm - 10:14 am
SJO
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SMF
22h 09m
2 stops
$473American Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19
American Airlines Logo
7:20 pm - 11:30 am
SMF
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SJO
15h 10m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
11:59 pm - 12:11 am
SJO
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SMF
25h 12m
1 stop
$483American Airlines
Fri, May 8 - Wed, Jun 3
United Airlines Logo
8:29 pm - 7:15 am
SMF
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SJO
9h 46m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 7:35 pm
SJO
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SMF
11h 50m
1 stop
$502United Airlines
Mon, Jun 1 - Mon, Jun 8
American Airlines Logo
6:51 pm - 1:00 pm
SMF
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SJO
17h 09m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
1:05 pm - 10:14 am
SJO
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SMF
22h 09m
2 stops
$503American Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 19
American Airlines Logo
11:45 pm - 10:38 pm
SMF
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SJO
21h 53m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
2:12 pm - 9:21 am
SJO
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SMF
20h 09m
2 stops
$508American Airlines
Tue, Jul 7 - Tue, Jul 14
American Airlines Logo
11:42 pm - 1:26 pm
SMF
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SJO
12h 44m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
11:59 pm - 12:13 am
SJO
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SMF
25h 14m
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$511American Airlines
Mon, May 11 - Sun, May 24
American Airlines Logo
12:34 am - 7:07 pm
SMF
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SJO
17h 33m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
11:59 pm - 12:07 pm
SJO
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SMF
13h 08m
2 stops
$513American Airlines
Mon, May 18 - Fri, May 29

American Airlines flights from Sacramento to San José

Our best American Airlines deals on Sacramento to San José flight tickets
American Airlines
Aug 16
SMF7:08 pmSacramento Intl
16h 18m
2 stops
SJO12:26 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Aug 31
SJO1:08 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
22h 23m
2 stops
SMF10:31 amSacramento Intl
$447
American Airlines
Aug 16
SMF11:59 pmSacramento Intl
12h 53m
1 stop
SJO1:52 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Aug 31
SJO1:08 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
25h 47m
1 stop
SMF1:55 pmSacramento Intl
$453
American Airlines
Sep 12
SMF2:50 pmSacramento Intl
19h 15m
2 stops
SJO11:05 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sep 19
SJO1:05 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
22h 09m
2 stops
SMF10:14 amSacramento Intl
$473

Southwest flights from Sacramento to San José

Our best Southwest deals on Sacramento to San José flight tickets
Southwest
Sep 7
SMF6:45 pmSacramento Intl
17h 00m
2 stops
SJO12:45 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sep 25
SJO9:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 30m
2 stops
SMF10:30 pmSacramento Intl
$531
Southwest
Apr 28
SMF10:50 pmSacramento Intl
12h 20m
1 stop
SJO12:10 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
May 2
SJO12:25 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 20m
2 stops
SMF6:45 amSacramento Intl
$571
Southwest
Apr 28
SMF5:15 amSacramento Intl
12h 45m
2 stops
SJO7:00 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
May 2
SJO12:25 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 20m
2 stops
SMF6:45 amSacramento Intl
$611

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SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/16

7:08 pm-12:26 pm

2 stops16h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/31

1:08 pm-10:31 am

2 stops22h 23m

$447

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/16

11:59 pm-1:52 pm

1 stop12h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/31

1:08 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop25h 47m

$453

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/5

8:22 pm-7:15 am

1 stop9h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/3

11:13 am-10:43 pm

1 stop12h 30m

$468

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/12

2:50 pm-11:05 am

2 stops19h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/19

1:05 pm-10:14 am

2 stops22h 09m

$473

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Fri 5/8

7:20 pm-11:30 am

2 stops15h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/3

11:59 pm-12:11 am

1 stop25h 12m

$483
Quickest round-trip

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Mon 6/1

8:29 pm-7:15 am

1 stop9h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/8

8:45 am-7:35 pm

1 stop11h 50m

$502

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/12

6:51 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops17h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/19

1:05 pm-10:14 am

2 stops22h 09m

$503

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/7

11:45 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop21h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/14

2:12 pm-9:21 am

2 stops20h 09m

$508

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/11

11:42 pm-1:26 pm

1 stop12h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/24

11:59 pm-12:13 am

1 stop25h 14m

$511

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Mon 5/18

12:34 am-7:07 pm

2 stops17h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/29

11:59 pm-12:07 pm

2 stops13h 08m

$513

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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, November 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 $488. If you don’t want to visit San José in November, then you should wait until May to fly from Sacramento, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $513.

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 $729. 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 $895. 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 $581 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 $451 on momondo.

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

As of April 2026, prices for Sacramento to San José flights are approximately 77% 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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Fastest flight time

9h 46m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Sacramento to San José takes 9h 46m
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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Frequently asked questions about flying from Sacramento to San José

  • 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 9h 46m 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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DeltaPriceFrom $332Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,434 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $389Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,645 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $433Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,613 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $477Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,331 reviews
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