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Cheap flights from San José, San José Province to San Diego from $158

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American Airlines Logo
7:27 am - 10:36 pmSJO-SAN
16h 09m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 5:57 pmSAN-SJO
23h 42m1 stop
$270American Airlines
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Tue, Sep 16 - Mon, Sep 22
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:36 pmSJO-SAN
17h 36m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
3:01 pm - 5:57 pmSAN-SJO
25h 56m1 stop
$275American Airlines
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Tue, Sep 16 - Mon, Sep 22
United Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 9:34 amSJO-SAN
21h 34m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
7:21 pm - 12:26 pmSAN-SJO
16h 05m2 stops
$276United Airlines
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Sat, Aug 16 - Tue, Aug 26
American Airlines Logo
7:27 am - 10:36 pmSJO-SAN
16h 09m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
12:30 pm - 12:00 pmSAN-SJO
22h 30m1 stop
$284American Airlines
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Fri, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 11
United Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 9:41 pmSJO-SAN
9h 11m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:56 pm - 7:15 amSAN-SJO
12h 19m1 stop
$285United Airlines
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Wed, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 15
Spirit Airlines Logo
11:27 am - 11:37 pmSJO-SAN
13h 10m2 stops
Spirit Airlines Logo
7:47 pm - 11:14 amSAN-SJO
14h 27m2 stops
$299Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 17
Spirit Airlines Logo
12:16 pm - 7:21 amSJO-SAN
20h 05m2 stops
Spirit Airlines Logo
1:17 pm - 11:12 amSAN-SJO
20h 55m2 stops
$334Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Aug 12 - Fri, Aug 15
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7:30 am - 11:37 pmSJO-SAN
17h 07m2 stops
Logo
1:17 pm - 11:13 pmSAN-SJO
32h 56m3 stops
$360
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Wed, Aug 13 - Tue, Aug 19
Logo
7:30 am - 7:21 amSJO-SAN
24h 51m3 stops
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7:01 pm - 11:12 amSAN-SJO
15h 11m2 stops
$366
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Tue, Aug 12 - Fri, Aug 15
Southwest Logo
1:40 pm - 7:10 amSJO-SAN
18h 30m2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:45 am - 7:05 pmSAN-SJO
11h 20m2 stops
$413Southwest
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Wed, Sep 10 - Sun, Sep 21

American Airlines flights from San José, San José Province to San Diego

Our best American Airlines deals on San José, San José Province to San Diego flight tickets
American Airlines
Sep 16
SJO7:27 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 09m
1 stop
SAN10:36 pmSan Diego
Sep 22
SAN5:15 pmSan Diego
23h 42m
1 stop
SJO5:57 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$270
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American Airlines
Sep 16
SJO6:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
17h 36m
2 stops
SAN10:36 pmSan Diego
Sep 22
SAN3:01 pmSan Diego
25h 56m
1 stop
SJO5:57 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$275
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American Airlines
Oct 3
SJO7:27 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 09m
1 stop
SAN10:36 pmSan Diego
Oct 11
SAN12:30 pmSan Diego
22h 30m
1 stop
SJO12:00 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$284
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Spirit Airlines flights from San José, San José Province to San Diego

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on San José, San José Province to San Diego flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Sep 3
SJO11:27 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
13h 10m
2 stops
SAN11:37 pmSan Diego
Sep 17
SAN7:47 pmSan Diego
14h 27m
2 stops
SJO11:14 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$299
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Spirit Airlines
Aug 12
SJO12:16 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
20h 05m
2 stops
SAN7:21 amSan Diego
Aug 15
SAN1:17 pmSan Diego
20h 55m
2 stops
SJO11:12 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$334
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Spirit Airlines
Aug 13
SJO11:27 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
13h 10m
2 stops
SAN11:37 pmSan Diego
Aug 16
SAN7:01 pmSan Diego
15h 11m
2 stops
SJO11:12 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$370
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San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/16

7:27 am-10:36 pm

1 stop16h 09m

San Diego

Mon 9/22

5:15 pm-5:57 pm

1 stop23h 42m

$270

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/16

6:00 am-10:36 pm

2 stops17h 36m

San Diego

Mon 9/22

3:01 pm-5:57 pm

1 stop25h 56m

$275

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/16

1:00 pm-9:34 am

1 stop21h 34m

San Diego

Tue 8/26

7:21 pm-12:26 pm

2 stops16h 05m

$276

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/3

7:27 am-10:36 pm

1 stop16h 09m

San Diego

Sat 10/11

12:30 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$284

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/10

1:30 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop9h 11m

San Diego

Mon 9/15

5:56 pm-7:15 am

1 stop12h 19m

$285

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/3

11:27 am-11:37 pm

2 stops13h 10m

San Diego

Wed 9/17

7:47 pm-11:14 am

2 stops14h 27m

$299

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/12

12:16 pm-7:21 am

2 stops20h 05m

San Diego

Fri 8/15

1:17 pm-11:12 am

2 stops20h 55m

$334

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/13

7:30 am-11:37 pm

2 stops17h 07m

San Diego

Tue 8/19

1:17 pm-11:13 pm

3 stops32h 56m

$360

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/12

7:30 am-7:21 am

3 stops24h 51m

San Diego

Fri 8/15

7:01 pm-11:12 am

2 stops15h 11m

$366

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/10

1:40 pm-7:10 am

2 stops18h 30m

San Diego

Sun 9/21

6:45 am-7:05 pm

2 stops11h 20m

$413

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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, San José Province during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $515.

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

The cheapest day to depart from San José, San José Province to San Diego is on a Thursday. Travelers who choose to depart for San Diego on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as $509. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $720. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to San Diego.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to San Diego is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $439. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $578.

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, San José Province when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Diego for around $564 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, San José Province for as low as $446 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 13% on your flight if you consider stops on a San José, San José Province to San Diego flight.

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

As of July 2025, prices for San José, San José Province to San Diego flights are approximately 1% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found

$158

Fastest flight time

9h 05m

Direct flights

None

Airports in San Diego

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Diego from San José, San José Province in the past 72 hours is $158. The best round-trip flight deal from San José, San José Province to San Diego found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $270.
The fastest flight from San José, San José Province to San Diego takes 9h 05m
There are no direct flights from San José, San José Province to San Diego. Popular non-direct route for this connection is San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport - San Diego Airport.
There is 1 airport near San Diego: San Diego (SAN)
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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 05m by plane in normal conditions.

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

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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, San José Province to San Diego?

Best airlines flying from San José, San José Province to San Diego

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Free Cancellation
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $367Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $451Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,900 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $498Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,246 reviews
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