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Cheap flights from San José to San Francisco from $243

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12:35 pm - 8:03 am
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SFO
45h 28m
2 stops
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12:10 am - 11:25 am
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SJO
10h 15m
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$386Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 27 - Mon, Mar 9
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1:31 pm - 9:56 am
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SFO
22h 25m
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12:10 am - 11:25 am
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SJO
10h 15m
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$393Multiple Airlines
Sat, Feb 14 - Mon, Mar 9
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1:31 pm - 9:39 pm
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SFO
34h 08m
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12:10 am - 11:25 am
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SJO
10h 15m
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$396Multiple Airlines
Wed, Mar 4 - Mon, Mar 9
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3:00 pm - 12:57 pm
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SFO
23h 57m
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11:30 pm - 12:53 pm
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SJO
12h 23m
1 stop
$402JetBlue
Thu, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 9
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12:35 pm - 8:03 am
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SFO
21h 28m
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2:20 pm - 11:40 pm
SFO
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SJO
8h 20m
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$404Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 9
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1:31 pm - 11:59 pm
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SFO
12h 28m
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2:20 pm - 11:30 pm
SFO
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SJO
8h 10m
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$405Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 27 - Tue, Mar 10
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8:11 am - 11:20 pm
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SFO
17h 09m
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1:54 am - 1:53 pm
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SJO
10h 59m
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$413Copa Airlines
Thu, Feb 26 - Sun, Mar 8
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2:50 pm - 6:13 pm
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SFO
29h 23m
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5:20 pm - 11:13 pm
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28h 53m
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$416Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 27 - Tue, Mar 10
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10:08 am - 11:20 pm
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SFO
15h 12m
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1:54 am - 4:46 pm
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13h 52m
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$418Copa Airlines
Thu, Feb 26 - Sun, Mar 8
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3:10 pm - 9:34 pm
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31h 24m
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2:15 pm - 11:40 pm
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8h 25m
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$419Multiple Airlines
Mon, May 4 - Fri, May 15

Alaska Airlines flights from San José to San Francisco

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on San José to San Francisco flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
May 3
SJO12:55 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
34h 01m
1 stop
SFO9:56 amSan Francisco
May 11
SFO1:45 pmSan Francisco
9h 00m
1 stop
SJO11:45 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$454
Alaska Airlines
Apr 27
SJO12:55 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
15h 17m
1 stop
SFO3:12 pmSan Francisco
May 5
SFO1:45 pmSan Francisco
9h 00m
1 stop
SJO11:45 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$463
Alaska Airlines
Apr 20
SJO1:03 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
20h 00m
1 stop
SFO8:03 pmSan Francisco
May 11
SFO8:00 amSan Francisco
14h 45m
1 stop
SJO11:45 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$467

JetBlue flights from San José to San Francisco

Our best JetBlue deals on San José to San Francisco flight tickets
JetBlue
Feb 26
SJO3:00 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
23h 57m
1 stop
SFO12:57 pmSan Francisco
Mar 9
SFO11:30 pmSan Francisco
12h 23m
1 stop
SJO12:53 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$402
JetBlue
Mar 6
SJO2:08 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
11h 51m
1 stop
SFO11:59 pmSan Francisco
Mar 13
SFO7:01 amSan Francisco
14h 35m
1 stop
SJO10:36 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$453
JetBlue
Feb 2
SJO2:05 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
11h 24m
1 stop
SFO11:29 pmSan Francisco
Feb 13
SFO8:00 amSan Francisco
12h 48m
1 stop
SJO10:48 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$541

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San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/27

12:35 pm-8:03 am

2 stops45h 28m

San Francisco

Mon 3/9

12:10 am-11:25 am

1 stop10h 15m

$386

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/14

1:31 pm-9:56 am

2 stops22h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 3/9

12:10 am-11:25 am

1 stop10h 15m

$393

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/4

1:31 pm-9:39 pm

2 stops34h 08m

San Francisco

Mon 3/9

12:10 am-11:25 am

1 stop10h 15m

$396

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/26

3:00 pm-12:57 pm

1 stop23h 57m

San Francisco

Mon 3/9

11:30 pm-12:53 pm

1 stop12h 23m

$402

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/26

12:35 pm-8:03 am

2 stops21h 28m

San Francisco

Mon 3/9

2:20 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$404

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/27

1:31 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop12h 28m

San Francisco

Tue 3/10

2:20 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$405

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/26

8:11 am-11:20 pm

1 stop17h 09m

San Francisco

Sun 3/8

1:54 am-1:53 pm

1 stop10h 59m

$413

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/27

2:50 pm-6:13 pm

2 stops29h 23m

San Francisco

Tue 3/10

5:20 pm-11:13 pm

2 stops28h 53m

$416

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/26

10:08 am-11:20 pm

1 stop15h 12m

San Francisco

Sun 3/8

1:54 am-4:46 pm

2 stops13h 52m

$418

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/4

3:10 pm-9:34 pm

2 stops31h 24m

San Francisco

Fri 5/15

2:15 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$419

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of October, then flying in September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $474.

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

The cheapest day to depart from San José to San Francisco is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $507. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Monday, with ticket prices averaging around $729.

What is the cheapest San José Juan Santamaria Intl to San Francisco flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from San José when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $545 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from San José for as low as $479 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on San José Juan Santamaria Intl to San Francisco flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San José Juan Santamaria Intl to San Francisco flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

As of January 2026, prices for San José to San Francisco flights are approximately 15% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San José to San Francisco

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Best Price Found

$212

Fastest flight time

6h 45m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Francisco

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Francisco from San José in the past 72 hours is $212. The best round-trip flight deal from San José to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $333.
The fastest flight from San José to San Francisco takes 6h 45m
Direct flights go from San José to San Francisco every day.
There is 1 airport in San Francisco. From San José there are direct flights to San Francisco (SFO).
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  • How far is San José Juan Santamaria Intl to San Francisco by plane?

    San Francisco is 3054.5 mi away from San José Juan Santamaria Intl. 6h 45m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

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

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to San Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $216Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,560 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $288Free CancellationRating
7.2
2,892 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $337Free CancellationRating
6.6
2,490 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $465Free CancellationRating
8.0
11,805 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $581Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,215 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From San José to San Francisco

    The lowest priced United Airlines flight from San José to San Francisco from the last 72 hours was $581. Generally, United Airlines has 7 flights on this route every week with an average price of $748. United Airlines is rated 7.4/10 by our users.

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