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Cheap flights from San José to San Diego from $221

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Copa Airlines Logo
4:08 am - 6:30 pm
SJO
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SAN
15h 22m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
8:58 pm - 4:49 pm
SAN
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SJO
18h 51m
1 stop
$380Copa Airlines
Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Aug 31
United Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 5:53 pm
SJO
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SAN
10h 58m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
7:41 pm - 7:15 am
SAN
-
SJO
10h 34m
1 stop
$383United Airlines
Wed, May 20 - Thu, May 28
United Airlines Logo
12:30 am - 5:41 pm
SJO
-
SAN
18h 11m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
7:41 pm - 7:15 am
SAN
-
SJO
10h 34m
1 stop
$392United Airlines
Thu, May 28 - Mon, Jun 1
United Airlines Logo
12:30 am - 8:46 pm
SJO
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SAN
21h 16m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:01 am - 7:15 am
SAN
-
SJO
19h 14m
1 stop
$397United Airlines
Thu, May 28 - Mon, Jun 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 9:17 am
SJO
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SAN
17h 42m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:17 pm - 8:30 am
SAN
-
SJO
17h 13m
2 stops
$398Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16
GOL Logo
1:29 pm - 9:02 am
SJO
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SAN
20h 33m
2 stops
GOL Logo
10:26 pm - 12:26 pm
SAN
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SJO
13h 00m
1 stop
$399GOL
Mon, Aug 24 - Sat, Aug 29
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 12:28 am
SJO
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SAN
16h 43m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
4:26 pm - 7:15 am
SAN
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SJO
13h 49m
1 stop
$400United Airlines
Wed, May 13 - Sat, May 16
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:24 pm
SJO
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SAN
12h 24m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:30 pm - 10:11 am
SAN
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SJO
15h 41m
1 stop
$401United Airlines
Sun, May 17 - Sun, May 24
United Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 8:04 pm
SJO
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SAN
13h 09m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 7:37 pm
SAN
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SJO
12h 22m
1 stop
$402United Airlines
Mon, May 18 - Sat, May 30
United Airlines Logo
12:30 am - 10:25 pm
SJO
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SAN
22h 55m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
10:49 am - 5:30 am
SAN
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SJO
17h 41m
1 stop
$404United Airlines
Wed, May 27 - Sat, May 30

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GOL flights from San José to San Diego

Our best GOL deals on San José to San Diego flight tickets
GOL
Aug 24
SJO1:29 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
20h 33m
2 stops
SAN9:02 amSan Diego
Aug 29
SAN10:26 pmSan Diego
13h 00m
1 stop
SJO12:26 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$399
GOL
Jun 1
SJO3:08 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 59m
2 stops
SAN10:07 amSan Diego
Jun 10
SAN12:20 pmSan Diego
9h 23m
1 stop
SJO10:43 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$468
GOL
May 3
SJO11:35 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 40m
1 stop
SAN8:15 amSan Diego
May 6
SAN6:30 amSan Diego
14h 06m
2 stops
SJO9:36 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$489

American Airlines flights from San José to San Diego

Our best American Airlines deals on San José to San Diego flight tickets
American Airlines
May 11
SJO6:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 25m
2 stops
SAN9:55 pmSan Diego
Aug 21
SAN12:47 pmSan Diego
22h 39m
1 stop
SJO12:26 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$415
American Airlines
May 11
SJO6:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 25m
2 stops
SAN9:55 pmSan Diego
Aug 21
SAN10:45 pmSan Diego
14h 07m
2 stops
SJO1:52 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$435
American Airlines
May 11
SJO6:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 25m
2 stops
SAN9:55 pmSan Diego
Aug 21
SAN10:45 pmSan Diego
14h 07m
2 stops
SJO1:52 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$456

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to San Diego 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 May 2, 2026.
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San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/24

4:08 am-6:30 pm

1 stop15h 22m

San Diego

Mon 8/31

8:58 pm-4:49 pm

1 stop18h 51m

$380
Quickest round-trip

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/20

7:55 am-5:53 pm

1 stop10h 58m

San Diego

Thu 5/28

7:41 pm-7:15 am

1 stop10h 34m

$383

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/28

12:30 am-5:41 pm

1 stop18h 11m

San Diego

Mon 6/1

7:41 pm-7:15 am

1 stop10h 34m

$392

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/28

12:30 am-8:46 pm

2 stops21h 16m

San Diego

Mon 6/1

11:01 am-7:15 am

1 stop19h 14m

$397

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/9

4:35 pm-9:17 am

2 stops17h 42m

San Diego

Wed 9/16

2:17 pm-8:30 am

2 stops17h 13m

$398

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/24

1:29 pm-9:02 am

2 stops20h 33m

San Diego

Sat 8/29

10:26 pm-12:26 pm

1 stop13h 00m

$399

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/13

8:45 am-12:28 am

1 stop16h 43m

San Diego

Sat 5/16

4:26 pm-7:15 am

1 stop13h 49m

$400

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/17

6:00 am-5:24 pm

1 stop12h 24m

San Diego

Sun 5/24

5:30 pm-10:11 am

1 stop15h 41m

$401

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/18

7:55 am-8:04 pm

1 stop13h 09m

San Diego

Sat 5/30

6:15 am-7:37 pm

1 stop12h 22m

$402

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/27

12:30 am-10:25 pm

2 stops22h 55m

San Diego

Sat 5/30

10:49 am-5:30 am

1 stop17h 41m

$404

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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 from San José 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 $412 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 2% 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 May 2026, prices for San José to San Diego flights are approximately 86% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time

9h 27m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from San José to San Diego takes 9h 27m
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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Frequently asked questions about flying from San José to San Diego

  • 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 27m 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.

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Best airlines flying from San José to San Diego

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $272Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,577 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $296Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,679 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $371Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,679 reviews
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