CA $316 Cheap Flights from San José (SJO) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to San Francisco (SFO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $316 for one-way flights and CA $713 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Find the cheapest month to fly from San José (SJO) to San Francisco (SFO)

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From CA $412 - CA $780 per traveller.

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Flight from San José to San Francisco (SJO - SFO) route information
Origin airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Roundtrip price
CA $713
Distance
4865 km
Average flight time
7 hours 49 mins

San José to San Francisco Flights

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With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to San Francisco from San José whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from 20 airlines that cover this route. There are nonstop flights to San Francisco Intl., too.  

Choose your preferred carrier and cabin class with the advanced search tool and select your ideal departure time. Then, if you want, you can see just nonstop or refundable flights. And if you’re traveling last minute, just enter the date to check out flights from San José to San Francisco today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

Save dollars with cheap flights from Juan Santamaría Intl., SJO to San Francisco Intl., SFO 

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from San José to San Francisco—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to San Francisco from San José currently is just CA $713 rising to CA $1,271.  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in December when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to San Francisco  
  • Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more
  • Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times 
  • One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free! 

 

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to San Francisco Airport?
Based on fares advertised within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip flights between Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport and San Francisco Airport start from CA $713. Book ASAP to score the best price for your trip. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from SJO to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Most flights can be conveniently cancelled online, but whether or not you incur a fee depends on your airline. If you do need to cancel your escape, follow the instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from SJO to San Francisco Airport that have flexible change policies?
Select our "No change fees" filter to find flexible ticketing options for your flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport to San Francisco Airport. This allows you to lock in a good price ahead of time and still have the freedom to reschedule without any additional fees. If the new flight costs more, you'll just cover the difference.
How many hours is the flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Averaging 11 hours and 36 minutes, the flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport to San Francisco Airport is a lengthy one. To make your time on board more comfortable, remember to bring a quality travel pillow and a pair of earplugs.
How far is the flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to SFO?
With a flight distance of 4,900 kilometres from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) (SFO), this is a long flight. Ensure that you drink lots of water and go for a short walk down the aisle every so often.
Which airlines fly direct from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
At present, no airlines offer direct flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). You'll need to book a flight with one or more stops. To score the best price and connections, lock in your fare well in advance.
Are SJO to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices change all the time, so there are no guarantees. While last-minute deals between SJO and SFO are of course possible, it also makes sense to keep an eye on prices well before you fly. In fact, some airlines advertise their prices up to a year prior to the departure date. Expedia is continuously updating the biggest airfare bargains around, so check back often and be ready to lock in your seat when prices drop.

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