Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Diego to San Jose flights?

Over the past year, Alaska Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being delayed.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Diego to San Jose flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

How often are flights from San Diego to San Jose delayed?

About 20% of weekly flights between San Diego and San Jose have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 114 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

How long is the flight from San Diego to San Jose, California?

Southwest and Alaska Airlines can get you from San Diego to San Jose, California in just under 1h 20m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance between San Diego and San Jose, California is about 417 mi. All flights are typically direct.

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to San Jose, California

The most flights from SAN to SJC are scheduled on a Thursday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Jose, California ranges from 0.0 - 79.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 79.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Jose, California when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Jose, California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

What are the most reliable airlines from San Diego to San Jose, California?

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Diego to San Jose, California consider choosing SkyWest Airlines (74%), Alaska Airlines (67%) or British Airways (67%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to San Jose, California?

The best time to book flights from San Diego to San Jose, California is 90 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to San Jose, California?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to San Jose, California (average of £118). Flying from San Diego to San Jose, California in February is currently the most expensive (average of £224). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to SJC?

When flying from San Diego to San Jose, California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost for a return flight from San Diego to San Jose, California?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

San Diego to San Jose, California flights typically cost between £115 and £285 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £87 on Southwest (3 Oct–10 Oct).

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How long is the flight from San Diego to San Jose, California?
Southwest and Alaska Airlines can get you from San Diego to San Jose, California in just under 1h 20m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance between San Diego and San Jose, California is about 417 mi. All flights are typically direct.
What are the most reliable airlines from San Diego to San Jose, California?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Diego to San Jose, California consider choosing SkyWest Airlines (74%), Alaska Airlines (67%) or British Airways (67%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to San Jose that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on San Diego to San Jose flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from San Diego to San Jose?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Diego to San Jose.
Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to San Jose?
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to San Jose, California?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to San Jose, California (average of £118). Flying from San Diego to San Jose, California in February is currently the most expensive (average of £224). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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The best time to book flights from San Diego to San Jose, California is 90 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to San Jose, California?

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to SJC?

When flying from San Diego to San Jose, California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost for a return flight from San Diego to San Jose, California?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

San Diego to San Jose, California flights typically cost between £115 and £285 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £87 on Southwest (3 Oct–10 Oct).

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to San Jose, California

The most flights from SAN to SJC are scheduled on a Thursday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

How often are flights from San Diego to San Jose delayed?

About 20% of weekly flights between San Diego and San Jose have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 114 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Diego to San Jose flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Diego to San Jose flights?

Over the past year, Alaska Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being delayed.

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San Diego to San Jose, California flights typically cost between £115 and £285 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £87 on Southwest (3 Oct–10 Oct).