Cheap Flights from San Jose (SJC) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Cheap Flights from San Jose (SJC) to San Francisco (SFO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Jose (SJC) to San Francisco (SFO)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From AU$223 - AU$617 per traveller.

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Flight from San Jose to San Francisco route information
Origin airport
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Distance
48 km

Your quick guide to flights from San Jose to San Francisco

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With Expedia, you have your pick of flights a day with 20 airlines covering flights from San Jose to San Francisco. Whether you’re on a business trip, a family holiday or a luxury break, just enter your travel dates, hit search then check out your choice of flights. Select from return, one way or multi-city flights, and use the advance search tool if you want a direct or refundable flight. You can narrow your search to show you just your preferred cabin class and airline, too. It’s all easy. You can book direct flights from San Jose to San Francisco that take around hours.

Find cheap flights from San Jose to San Francisco

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from to , you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from San Jose to San Francisco around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to San Francisco is normally in .

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to San Francisco Airport?
Pack your bags, because round-trip journeys between SJC and SFO start from . That's based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices can change quickly, so book now to lock in the best deal. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to SFO?
The majority of flights can be cancelled online, but whether you are charged a fee differs between airlines. If you do need to cancel your holiday, follow the easy instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to SFO that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for San Jose Intl. Airport to San Francisco Airport flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How many hours is the flight from SJC to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Consider bringing your own entertainment (like some downloaded TV shows), as it takes approximately 6 hours and 17 minutes to touch down in SFO from San Jose Intl. Airport. A good pair of noise-cancelling earphones will be useful too.
How far is the flight from SJC to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
With a flight distance of 50 kilometres, it's only a short hop from SJC to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). It might be a quick flight, but it's still worth packing a good book to read.
Which airlines fly direct from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to SFO?
There are no direct flights, so you'll need to make at least one stop between Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) and San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Use the layover time to stretch your legs and grab a bite to eat.
Are SJC to SFO flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Booking last minute from SJC to San Francisco Airport can be hit-or-miss. It is possible to score a bargain, but you could also miss out completely! If you'd prefer to start your travel planning early, Expedia compares flight deals up to a year in advance. Just keep in mind that not all airlines release their prices that far in advance. Our suggestion? Check back often as prices are updated regularly.

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