Cheap flights from Sacramento to San Jose

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Cheapest round-trip flights $222
Alaska 1 stop 12 hr Thu, Jan 22 — Wed, Jan 28
The cheapest round-trip flight from Sacramento to San Jose is currently $222
Cheapest one-way flight $111
Alaska 1 stop 8 hr Wed, Jan 7
The cheapest one-way flight from Sacramento to San Jose is currently $111
Last-minute weekend getaway $804
Alaska 1 stop 6 hr Thu, Nov 20 — Mon, Nov 24
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Sacramento to San Jose is currently $804
Cheapest business class flights $503
Alaska 1 stop 5 hr Sat, Jan 24 — Sat, Jan 31
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Sacramento to San Jose is currently $503
Fastest flight 3 hr 5 min The fastest flight with stops from Sacramento to San Jose takes 3 hr 5 min
Nonstop flights None There are no direct flights on this route.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to San Jose is typically September. The most expensive month to fly is typically July.
September
Cheapest
Typical prices: $180–490
July
Most expensive
Typical prices: $295–475

Popular airlines from Sacramento to San Jose

  • Southwest
    from $270
    Typical price: $240–510
    1496 weekly connecting flights
    SMF - SJC Every day
  • Alaska
    from $222
    Typical price: $260–600
    178 weekly connecting flights
    SMF - SJC Every day
  • American
    from $519
    Typical price: $415–890
    59 weekly connecting flights
    SMF - SJC Every day
  • United
    from $534
    Typical price: $600–1,150
    22 weekly connecting flights
    SMF - SJC Every day
  • Frontier
    Typical price: $230–510
    4 weekly connecting flights
    SMF - SJC Every Thu, Sun

Popular airports near Sacramento

  • Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
    Sacramento United States 16 min 9 mi
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
    San Francisco United States 1 hr 41 min 81 mi
  • San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC)
    San Jose United States 1 hr 56 min 87 mi
  • Oakland International Airport (OAK)
    Oakland United States 1 hr 32 min 71 mi

Popular airports near San Jose

  • San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC)
    San Jose United States 13 min 2 mi
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
    San Francisco United States 42 min 33 mi
  • Oakland International Airport (OAK)
    Oakland United States 43 min 32 mi
  • Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
    Sacramento United States 2 hr 1 min 94 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Sacramento to San Jose

When are the cheapest days to fly from Sacramento to San Jose?
The cheapest flights from Sacramento to San Jose are usually in September. Typical ticket prices in September range from $180 to $490.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Sacramento to San Jose?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Sacramento to San Jose recently found on Google Flights was with Alaska from $222. The cheapest one-way flight was with Alaska from $111.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Southwest flight from Sacramento to San Jose is $270, flying from Jan 26 to Feb 3.
  • The cheapest Alaska flight from Sacramento to San Jose is $222, flying from Jan 22 to Jan 28.
  • The cheapest American flight from Sacramento to San Jose is $519, flying from Jan 24 to Jan 31.
  • The cheapest United flight from Sacramento to San Jose is $534, flying from Feb 12 to Feb 21.
What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to San Jose?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Sacramento to San Jose starts at $222 from Thu, Jan 22 to Wed, Jan 28. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $111 and departs on Wed, Jan 7.
How long does it take to fly from Sacramento to San Jose?
3 hr 5 min is the shortest flight time from Sacramento to San Jose.
When should you fly to San Jose, United States?
San Jose has a temperate climate with cool winters (Dec–Feb), and hot, dry summers (Jun–Sep) when most people visit. The San Jose Jazz Summer Fest (Aug) features concerts across a wide range of genres, including classic jazz, Latin and world music.
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Sacramento to San Jose?
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Sacramento to San Jose.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What is the best airline to fly from Sacramento to San Jose?
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Sacramento to San Jose really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Sacramento to San Jose.

In terms of flights, Southwest is the most popular. Southwest offers 1,496 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC) .

Other popular airlines flying from Sacramento to San Jose are:
  • Alaska offers 178 connecting flights per week. Alaska flies from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC) .
  • American offers 59 connecting flights per week. American flies from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC) .
  • United offers 22 connecting flights per week. United flies from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC) .
  • Frontier offers 4 connecting flights per week. Frontier flies from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Sacramento and San Jose.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Sacramento to San Jose?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Sacramento to San Jose recently found on Google Flights was with Alaska from $222. The cheapest one-way flight was with Alaska from $111.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Southwest flight from Sacramento to San Jose is $270, flying from Jan 26 to Feb 3.
  • The cheapest Alaska flight from Sacramento to San Jose is $222, flying from Jan 22 to Jan 28.
  • The cheapest American flight from Sacramento to San Jose is $519, flying from Jan 24 to Jan 31.
  • The cheapest United flight from Sacramento to San Jose is $534, flying from Feb 12 to Feb 21.
Which airlines have direct flights from Sacramento to San Jose?
No airline flies direct from Sacramento to San Jose.
  • There are 1496 Southwest connecting flights from Sacramento to San Jose per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 178 Alaska connecting flights from Sacramento to San Jose per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 59 American connecting flights from Sacramento to San Jose per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 22 United connecting flights from Sacramento to San Jose per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 4 Frontier connecting flights from Sacramento to San Jose per week. Flights are available on Thursday and Sunday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Sacramento to San Jose?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Sacramento and San Jose at price $804 is offered by Alaska from Thu, Nov 20 to Mon, Nov 24.
Which airlines have direct flights from Sacramento to San Jose?
No airline flies direct from Sacramento to San Jose.
  • There are 1496 Southwest connecting flights from Sacramento to San Jose per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 178 Alaska connecting flights from Sacramento to San Jose per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 59 American connecting flights from Sacramento to San Jose per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 22 United connecting flights from Sacramento to San Jose per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 4 Frontier connecting flights from Sacramento to San Jose per week. Flights are available on Thursday and Sunday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
When are direct flights from Sacramento to San Jose available?
There are no direct flights from Sacramento to San Jose.
How can I find nonstop flights from Sacramento to San Jose?
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Sacramento to San Jose, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
What are the cheapest business class flights from Sacramento to San Jose?
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Sacramento and San Jose start at $503 from Sat, Jan 24 to Sat, Jan 31 with Alaska.
What are the cheapest economy class flights from Sacramento to San Jose?
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Sacramento and San Jose start at $222 from Thu, Jan 22 to Wed, Jan 28.
How can I book business class trips from Sacramento to San Jose?
To book business class trips from Sacramento to San Jose, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
Are there any last-minute deals from Sacramento to San Jose next weekend?
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Sacramento and San Jose starts at $804 from Thu, Nov 20 to Mon, Nov 24 with Alaska.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Sacramento to San Jose?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Sacramento and San Jose at price $804 is offered by Alaska from Thu, Nov 20 to Mon, Nov 24.
How can I find last-minute flight deals from Sacramento to San Jose?
To find last-minute flight deals from Sacramento to San Jose, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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