Cheap flights from San Jose to San Diego from $38

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11:31 am - 1:06 pmSJC-SAN
1h 35mnonstop
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2:01 pm - 3:27 pmSAN-SJC
1h 26mnonstop
$73Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Aug 7 - Fri, Aug 8
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2:50 pm - 4:13 pmSJC-SAN
1h 23mnonstop
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12:31 pm - 1:55 pmSAN-SJC
1h 24mnonstop
$79Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 16
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11:31 am - 1:06 pmSJC-SAN
1h 35mnonstop
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2:01 pm - 3:27 pmSAN-SJC
1h 26mnonstop
$80Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Aug 7 - Fri, Aug 8
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6:30 am - 5:55 pmSJC-SAN
11h 25m1 stop
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2:01 pm - 3:27 pmSAN-SJC
1h 26mnonstop
$81Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Aug 6 - Fri, Aug 8
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11:31 am - 1:06 pmSJC-SAN
1h 35mnonstop
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2:01 pm - 3:27 pmSAN-SJC
1h 26mnonstop
$87Spirit Airlines
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Mon, Aug 4 - Thu, Aug 7
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6:15 am - 7:55 amSJC-SAN
1h 40mnonstop
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9:04 pm - 10:36 pmSAN-SJC
1h 32mnonstop
$97Alaska Airlines
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Thu, Aug 14 - Thu, Aug 14
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1:50 pm - 7:25 pmSJC-SAN
5h 35m1 stop
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7:00 am - 8:35 amSAN-SJC
1h 35mnonstop
$107Southwest
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Wed, Aug 13 - Thu, Aug 14
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7:47 pm - 9:19 pmSJC-SAN
1h 32mnonstop
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9:04 pm - 10:36 pmSAN-SJC
1h 32mnonstop
$112Hawaiian Airlines
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Wed, Aug 13 - Mon, Aug 18
Southwest Logo
8:10 am - 12:30 pmSJC-SAN
4h 20m1 stop
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6:30 am - 10:25 amSAN-SJC
3h 55m1 stop
$116Southwest
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Tue, Aug 12 - Sat, Aug 16
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6:15 am - 7:55 amSJC-SAN
1h 40mnonstop
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9:04 pm - 10:36 pmSAN-SJC
1h 32mnonstop
$127Alaska Airlines
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Fri, Aug 15 - Fri, Aug 15

Alaska Airlines flights from San Jose to San Diego

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Alaska Airlines
Aug 14
SJC6:15 amSan Jose
1h 40m
SAN7:55 amSan Diego
Aug 14
SAN9:04 pmSan Diego
1h 32m
SJC10:36 pmSan Jose
Alaska Airlines
Aug 15
SJC6:15 amSan Jose
1h 40m
SAN7:55 amSan Diego
Aug 15
SAN9:04 pmSan Diego
1h 32m
SJC10:36 pmSan Jose
Alaska Airlines
Jul 27
SJC7:47 pmSan Jose
1h 32m
SAN9:19 pmSan Diego
Aug 6
SAN1:03 pmSan Diego
1h 34m
SJC2:37 pmSan Jose

Spirit Airlines flights from San Jose to San Diego

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on San Jose to San Diego flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Aug 7
SJC11:31 amSan Jose
1h 35m
SAN1:06 pmSan Diego
Aug 8
SAN2:01 pmSan Diego
1h 26m
SJC3:27 pmSan Jose
Spirit Airlines
Nov 13
SJC2:50 pmSan Jose
1h 23m
SAN4:13 pmSan Diego
Nov 16
SAN12:31 pmSan Diego
1h 24m
SJC1:55 pmSan Jose
Spirit Airlines
Aug 7
SJC11:31 amSan Jose
1h 35m
SAN1:06 pmSan Diego
Aug 8
SAN2:01 pmSan Diego
1h 26m
SJC3:27 pmSan Jose

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Jose and San Diego?

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?

If you are unable to visit San Diego during the month of October, then departing from San Jose during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $89.

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

The cheapest day to depart from San Jose 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 $148. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $182. 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 $153. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $224.

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 when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Diego for around $136 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 for as low as $103 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 to San Diego flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2025, prices for San Jose to San Diego flights are approximately 0% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Jose to San Diego according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$38

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 in the past 72 hours is $38. The best round-trip flight deal from San Jose to San Diego found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $73.
The fastest flight from San Jose to San Diego takes 1h 20m
Direct flights go from San Jose to San Diego every day.
There is 1 airport near San Diego: San Diego (SAN)

  • How far is San Jose to San Diego by plane?

    San Diego is 416.2 mi away from San Jose. 1h 20m 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 to San Diego

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FrontierPriceFrom $32Free CancellationRating
5.9
3,252 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $43Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,038 reviews
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Hawaiian AirlinesPriceFrom $58Free CancellationRating
7.8
2,581 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $84Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,864 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $100Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,239 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $101Free CancellationRating
8.0
10,000 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $129Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From San Jose to San Diego

    The lowest priced Southwest flight from San Jose to San Diego from the last 72 hours was $100. Generally, Southwest has 56 flights on this route every week with an average price of $203. Southwest is rated 8.0/10 by our users.

  • Alaska Airlines Flights From San Jose to San Diego

    Alaska Airlines (8.0/10 from 10,000 reviews) operates around 23 flights from San Jose to San Diego in any given week. The average Alaska Airlines airfare for this route is around $228, with deals from around $101 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip San Jose to San Diego flight searches in the last 72 hours.


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