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Cheap flights from San Jose, California to San Diego from $49

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11:00 am - 12:25 pmSJC-SAN
1h 25mnonstop
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12:50 pm - 2:25 pmSAN-SJC
1h 35mnonstop
$97Southwest
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Wed, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 6
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2:59 pm - 4:24 pmSJC-SAN
1h 25mnonstop
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10:35 am - 12:09 pmSAN-SJC
1h 34mnonstop
$102Hawaiian Airlines
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Thu, Jan 22 - Sun, Jan 25
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6:30 am - 7:55 amSJC-SAN
1h 25mnonstop
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4:10 pm - 9:50 pmSAN-SJC
5h 40m1 stop
$107Southwest
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Thu, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 8
Frontier Logo
12:27 pm - 12:07 pmSJC-SAN
23h 40m1 stop
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3:59 pm - 5:34 pmSAN-SJC
25h 35m1 stop
$110Frontier
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Mon, Nov 10 - Thu, Nov 13
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12:35 pm - 1:59 pmSJC-SAN
1h 24mnonstop
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4:03 pm - 5:37 pmSAN-SJC
1h 34mnonstop
$111Alaska Airlines
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Tue, Dec 9 - Tue, Dec 9
Southwest Logo
7:30 am - 1:35 pmSJC-SAN
6h 05m2 stops
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6:30 am - 8:05 amSAN-SJC
1h 35mnonstop
$112Southwest
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Wed, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 10
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 8:38 amSJC-SAN
1h 38mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
12:29 pm - 2:16 pmSAN-SJC
1h 47mnonstop
$115Alaska Airlines
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Fri, Jan 2 - Tue, Jan 6
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12:27 pm - 11:50 pmSJC-SAN
11h 23m1 stop
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5:02 pm - 6:40 pmSAN-SJC
1h 38mnonstop
$134Multiple Airlines
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Mon, Nov 17 - Thu, Nov 20
Frontier Logo
12:27 pm - 9:27 amSJC-SAN
21h 00m1 stop
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6:41 am - 11:32 amSAN-SJC
28h 51m1 stop
$144Frontier
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Fri, Nov 14 - Sun, Nov 16
American Airlines Logo
12:46 pm - 6:25 pmSJC-SAN
5h 39m1 stop
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12:50 pm - 6:32 pmSAN-SJC
5h 42m1 stop
$158American Airlines
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Tue, Dec 2 - Fri, Dec 5

Southwest flights from San Jose, California to San Diego

Our best Southwest deals on San Jose, California to San Diego flight tickets
Southwest
Dec 3
SJC11:00 amSan Jose
1h 25m
SAN12:25 pmSan Diego
Dec 6
SAN12:50 pmSan Diego
1h 35m
SJC2:25 pmSan Jose
$97
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Southwest
Dec 4
SJC6:30 amSan Jose
1h 25m
SAN7:55 amSan Diego
Dec 8
SAN4:10 pmSan Diego
5h 40m
1 stop
SJC9:50 pmSan Jose
$107
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Southwest
Dec 3
SJC7:30 amSan Jose
6h 05m
2 stops
SAN1:35 pmSan Diego
Dec 10
SAN6:30 amSan Diego
1h 35m
SJC8:05 amSan Jose
$112
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Hawaiian Airlines flights from San Jose, California to San Diego

Our best Hawaiian Airlines deals on San Jose, California to San Diego flight tickets
Hawaiian Airlines
Jan 22
SJC2:59 pmSan Jose
1h 25m
SAN4:24 pmSan Diego
Jan 25
SAN10:35 amSan Diego
1h 34m
SJC12:09 pmSan Jose
$102
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Hawaiian Airlines
Dec 14
SJC7:00 amSan Jose
1h 32m
SAN8:32 amSan Diego
Dec 21
SAN9:31 amSan Diego
1h 45m
SJC11:16 amSan Jose
$159
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Hawaiian Airlines
Nov 6
SJC8:05 pmSan Jose
1h 24m
SAN9:29 pmSan Diego
Nov 10
SAN8:59 pmSan Diego
1h 38m
SJC10:37 pmSan Jose
$316
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose, California 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 October 30, 2025.
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San JoseSan Diego

SJC - SAN

SJCSAN

San Jose

Wed 12/3

11:00 am-12:25 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

San Diego

Sat 12/6

12:50 pm-2:25 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$97

San JoseSan Diego

SJC - SAN

SJCSAN

San Jose

Thu 1/22

2:59 pm-4:24 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

San Diego

Sun 1/25

10:35 am-12:09 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

$102

San JoseSan Diego

SJC - SAN

SJCSAN

San Jose

Thu 12/4

6:30 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 25m

San Diego

Mon 12/8

4:10 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$107

San JoseSan Diego

SJC - SAN

SJCSAN

San Jose

Mon 11/10

12:27 pm-12:07 pm

1 stop23h 40m

San Diego

Thu 11/13

3:59 pm-5:34 pm

1 stop25h 35m

$110

San JoseSan Diego

SJC - SAN

SJCSAN

San Jose

Tue 12/9

12:35 pm-1:59 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

San Diego

Tue 12/9

4:03 pm-5:37 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

$111

San JoseSan Diego

SJC - SAN

SJCSAN

San Jose

Wed 12/3

7:30 am-1:35 pm

2 stops6h 05m

San Diego

Wed 12/10

6:30 am-8:05 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$112

San JoseSan Diego

SJC - SAN

SJCSAN

San Jose

Fri 1/2

7:00 am-8:38 am

Nonstop1h 38m

San Diego

Tue 1/6

12:29 pm-2:16 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

$115

San JoseSan Diego

SJC - SAN

SJCSAN

San Jose

Mon 11/17

12:27 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop11h 23m

San Diego

Thu 11/20

5:02 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$134

San JoseSan Diego

SJC - SAN

SJCSAN

San Jose

Fri 11/14

12:27 pm-9:27 am

1 stop21h 00m

San Diego

Sun 11/16

6:41 am-11:32 am

1 stop28h 51m

$144

San JoseSan Diego

SJC - SAN

SJCSAN

San Jose

Tue 12/2

12:46 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop5h 39m

San Diego

Fri 12/5

12:50 pm-6:32 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$158

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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 Jose, California during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $140.

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

The cheapest day to depart from San Jose, California to San Diego is on a Saturday. Travelers who choose to depart for San Diego on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as $189. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Wednesday because tickets tend to average around $221. 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 $171. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $246.

What is the cheapest San Jose to San Diego flight route?

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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 Jose, California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Diego for around $160 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 Jose, California for as low as $120 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on San Jose to San Diego flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on San Jose to San Diego flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have San Jose, California to San Diego flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for San Jose, California to San Diego flights are approximately 28% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Jose, California to San Diego

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Best Price Found

$93

Fastest flight time

1h 20m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Diego

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Diego from San Jose, California in the past 72 hours is $93. The best round-trip flight deal from San Jose, California to San Diego found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $161.
The fastest flight from San Jose, California to San Diego takes 1h 20m
Direct flights go from San Jose, California to San Diego every day.
There is 1 airport near San Diego: San Diego (SAN)
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  • How far is San Jose to San Diego by plane?

    San Diego is 416.2 mi away from San Jose. 1h 23m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Jose Airport to San Diego Airport?

    Prices for flights from San Jose Airport to San Diego Airport refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Jose Airport to San Diego Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Jose 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 Jose, California to San Diego

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FrontierPriceFrom $29Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,123 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $48Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,115 reviews
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Hawaiian AirlinesPriceFrom $58Free CancellationRating
7.8
2,797 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $77Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,998 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $94Free CancellationRating
8.0
11,214 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $97Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,242 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $197Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,030 reviews
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  • Alaska Airlines Flights From San Jose, California to San Diego

    The lowest priced Alaska Airlines flight from San Jose, California to San Diego from the last 72 hours was $94. Generally, Alaska Airlines has 21 flights on this route every week with an average price of $226. Alaska Airlines is rated 8.0/10 by our users.

  • Southwest Flights From San Jose, California to San Diego

    Southwest (8.0/10 from 4,242 reviews) operates around 14 flights from San Jose, California to San Diego in any given week. The average Southwest airfare for this route is around $199, with deals from around $97 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip San Jose, California to San Diego flight searches in the last 72 hours.

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