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

About 24% of weekly flights between San Jose and San Diego have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 103 minutes.

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

Over the past year, Alaska Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 19% of flights being delayed.

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

Saturday 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.

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

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

How popular is this San Jose, California to San Diego flight route?

The San Jose to San Diego flight path was viewed by 5 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

There are many flights that can get you from San Jose, California to San Diego in 1h 30m. Fly via Southwest to get the fastest option. There are 671 km between San Jose, California and San Diego. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Jose, California to San Diego round-trip?

According to our current data, Alaska Airlines (₹ 18,541), offers the cheapest pricing from San Jose, California to San Diego. You may be able to fly from San Jose, California to San Diego for 22% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

Weekly flight availability from San Jose, California to San Diego

The most flights from SJC to SAN are scheduled on a Monday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 58.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 58.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

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

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Jose, California to San Diego consider choosing Sun Country Air(100%), Alaska Airlines(63%) or American Airlines(62%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

Can I find deals for flights from San Jose to San Diego that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on San Jose to San Diego flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from San Jose to San Diego?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Jose to San Diego.

Can I find deals for business class flights from San Jose to San Diego?

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Tue 10/11

15:40-17:06

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Wed 31/12

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13:15-19:25

1 stop6h 10m

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00:00-00:00

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₹ 5,788

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Tue 26/1

11:05-17:25

2 stops6h 20m

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00:00-00:00

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₹ 6,270

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San Jose

Tue 24/11

09:38-15:31

1 stop5h 53m

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00:00-00:00

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₹ 7,621

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07:00-10:27

1 stop3h 27m

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₹ 7,621

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SJC San Jose - SAN San Diego

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San Jose

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11:38-15:31

1 stop3h 53m

San Diego

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00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 7,621

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SJC San Jose - SAN San Diego

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San Jose

Fri 30/10

06:33-08:12

Nonstop1h 39m

San Diego

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00:00-00:00

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₹ 8,296

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SJC San Jose - SAN San Diego

SJCSAN

San Jose

Mon 7/12

15:23-16:52

Nonstop1h 29m

San Diego

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00:00-00:00

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₹ 8,585

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SJC San Jose - SAN San Diego

SJCSAN

San Jose

Sun 10/1

07:17-08:51

Nonstop1h 34m

San Diego

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₹ 8,585

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20:30-23:55

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₹ 8,778

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

The price you pay for your flight from San Jose, California to San Diego may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 70 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to San Diego (average of ₹ 17,750). Flying from San Jose, California to San Diego in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 26,721). 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 SJC to SAN?

When flying from San Jose, California to San Diego, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 46% versus a flight at midday.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

San Jose, California to San Diego flights typically cost between ₹ 14,180 and ₹ 34,245 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was ₹ 11,286 on Southwest (2 Nov–2 Nov).

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robert,Feb 2026

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How popular is this San Jose, California to San Diego flight route?
The San Jose to San Diego flight path was viewed by 5 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
How long is the flight from San Jose, California to San Diego?
There are many flights that can get you from San Jose, California to San Diego in 1h 30m. Fly via Southwest to get the fastest option. There are 671 km between San Jose, California and San Diego. Generally, flights for this route are direct.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Jose, California to San Diego round-trip?
According to our current data, Alaska Airlines (₹ 18,541), offers the cheapest pricing from San Jose, California to San Diego. You may be able to fly from San Jose, California to San Diego for 22% less than the average price by searching for this airline.
What are the most reliable airlines from San Jose, California to San Diego?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Jose, California to San Diego consider choosing Sun Country Air(100%), Alaska Airlines(63%) or American Airlines(62%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
Can I find deals for flights from San Jose to San Diego that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on San Jose to San Diego flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from San Jose to San Diego?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Jose to San Diego.
Can I find deals for business class flights from San Jose to San Diego?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose to San Diego by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose, California to San Diego?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to San Diego (average of ₹ 17,750). Flying from San Jose, California to San Diego in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 26,721). 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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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Jose, California to San Diego?

The price you pay for your flight from San Jose, California to San Diego may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 70 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

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

When flying from San Jose, California to San Diego, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 46% versus a flight at midday.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

San Jose, California to San Diego flights typically cost between ₹ 14,180 and ₹ 34,245 in November.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was ₹ 11,286 on Southwest (2 Nov–2 Nov).

Weekly flight availability from San Jose, California to San Diego

The most flights from SJC to SAN are scheduled on a Monday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

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

About 24% of weekly flights between San Jose and San Diego have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 103 minutes.

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

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

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

Saturday 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 Jose to San Diego flights?

Over the past year, Alaska Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 19% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

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San Jose, California to San Diego flights typically cost between ₹ 14,180 and ₹ 34,245 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was ₹ 11,286 on Southwest (2 Nov–2 Nov).