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Cheap flights from San José to San Diego from $209

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Copa Airlines Logo
10:05 am - 6:30 pm
SJO
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SAN
9h 25m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 9:06 am
SAN
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SJO
10h 06m
1 stop
$355Copa Airlines
Fri, May 1 - Fri, May 8
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8:40 am - 8:40 am
SJO
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SAN
25h 00m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
11:03 am - 12:15 pm
SAN
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SJO
24h 12m
2 stops
$358United Airlines
Fri, Mar 20 - Mon, Mar 23
Copa Airlines Logo
10:05 am - 6:30 pm
SJO
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SAN
9h 25m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 4:47 pm
SAN
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SJO
17h 47m
3 stops
$360Copa Airlines
Sun, May 17 - Sun, May 24
United Airlines Logo
11:13 am - 8:05 pm
SJO
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SAN
9h 52m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 7:37 pm
SAN
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SJO
12h 22m
1 stop
$367United Airlines
Thu, Apr 23 - Thu, Apr 30
United Airlines Logo
1:25 pm - 9:16 am
SJO
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SAN
20h 51m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 7:37 pm
SAN
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SJO
12h 17m
2 stops
$371United Airlines
Thu, Apr 23 - Thu, Apr 30
Copa Airlines Logo
5:46 am - 6:30 pm
SJO
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SAN
13h 44m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
9:18 pm - 4:48 pm
SAN
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SJO
18h 30m
2 stops
$372Copa Airlines
Wed, Apr 1 - Sun, Apr 5
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8:40 am - 8:40 am
SJO
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SAN
25h 00m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:00 pm - 11:56 am
SAN
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SJO
17h 56m
1 stop
$375Multiple Airlines
Fri, Mar 20 - Mon, Mar 23
Copa Airlines Logo
10:05 am - 6:30 pm
SJO
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SAN
9h 25m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 1:21 pm
SAN
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SJO
14h 21m
1 stop
$376Copa Airlines
Fri, May 1 - Fri, May 8
Copa Airlines Logo
2:49 pm - 6:30 pm
SJO
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SAN
28h 41m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
9:18 pm - 9:46 pm
SAN
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SJO
23h 28m
1 stop
$377Copa Airlines
Thu, Apr 9 - Mon, Apr 13
United Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 9:15 am
SJO
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SAN
26h 20m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 12:21 pm
SAN
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SJO
29h 01m
2 stops
$379United Airlines
Thu, Apr 30 - Tue, May 5

United Airlines flights from San José to San Diego

Our best United Airlines deals on San José to San Diego flight tickets
United Airlines
Mar 20
SJO8:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
25h 00m
1 stop
SAN8:40 amSan Diego
Mar 23
SAN11:03 amSan Diego
24h 12m
2 stops
SJO12:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$358
United Airlines
Apr 23
SJO11:13 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 52m
1 stop
SAN8:05 pmSan Diego
Apr 30
SAN6:15 amSan Diego
12h 22m
1 stop
SJO7:37 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$367
United Airlines
Apr 23
SJO1:25 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
20h 51m
2 stops
SAN9:16 amSan Diego
Apr 30
SAN6:20 amSan Diego
12h 17m
2 stops
SJO7:37 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$371

American Airlines flights from San José to San Diego

Our best American Airlines deals on San José to San Diego flight tickets
American Airlines
Apr 6
SJO11:35 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 40m
1 stop
SAN8:15 amSan Diego
May 5
SAN1:03 pmSan Diego
21h 22m
1 stop
SJO11:25 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$463
American Airlines
May 1
SJO11:35 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
13h 22m
2 stops
SAN11:57 amSan Diego
May 8
SAN6:15 amSan Diego
14h 21m
1 stop
SJO9:36 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$472
American Airlines
May 1
SJO11:35 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
13h 22m
2 stops
SAN11:57 amSan Diego
May 8
SAN6:15 amSan Diego
14h 21m
1 stop
SJO9:36 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$473

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San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/1

10:05 am-6:30 pm

1 stop9h 25m

San Diego

Fri 5/8

10:00 pm-9:06 am

1 stop10h 06m

$355

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/20

8:40 am-8:40 am

1 stop25h 00m

San Diego

Mon 3/23

11:03 am-12:15 pm

2 stops24h 12m

$358

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/17

10:05 am-6:30 pm

1 stop9h 25m

San Diego

Sun 5/24

10:00 pm-4:47 pm

3 stops17h 47m

$360

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/23

11:13 am-8:05 pm

1 stop9h 52m

San Diego

Thu 4/30

6:15 am-7:37 pm

1 stop12h 22m

$367

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/23

1:25 pm-9:16 am

2 stops20h 51m

San Diego

Thu 4/30

6:20 am-7:37 pm

2 stops12h 17m

$371

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/1

5:46 am-6:30 pm

1 stop13h 44m

San Diego

Sun 4/5

9:18 pm-4:48 pm

2 stops18h 30m

$372

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/20

8:40 am-8:40 am

1 stop25h 00m

San Diego

Mon 3/23

5:00 pm-11:56 am

1 stop17h 56m

$375

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/1

10:05 am-6:30 pm

1 stop9h 25m

San Diego

Fri 5/8

10:00 pm-1:21 pm

1 stop14h 21m

$376

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/9

2:49 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop28h 41m

San Diego

Mon 4/13

9:18 pm-9:46 pm

1 stop23h 28m

$377

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/30

7:55 am-9:15 am

2 stops26h 20m

San Diego

Tue 5/5

6:20 am-12:21 pm

2 stops29h 01m

$379

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?

If you are unable to visit San Diego during the month of January, then departing from San José during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $312.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Diego from San José when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Diego for around $418 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Diego from San José for as low as $315 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on San José to San Diego flights?

You could potentially save up to 6% on your flight if you consider stops on a San José to San Diego flight.

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

As of March 2026, prices for San José to San Diego flights are approximately 25% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time

9h 06m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San José to San Diego takes 9h 06m
There are no direct flights from San José to San Diego. There are no popular flight routes from San José to San Diego.
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  • How far is San José Juan Santamaria Intl to San Diego by plane?

    A flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to San Diego will travel around 2625.1 mi. Typically, this will take 9h 06m by plane in normal conditions.

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

    Prices for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to San Diego Airport refresh daily.

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to San Diego Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to San Diego Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San Diego Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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

Best airlines flying from San José to San Diego

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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $272Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,569 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $296Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,414 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $343Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,317 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $371Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,420 reviews
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