San Diego to San Jose flights
Direct and connecting flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from San Diego to San Jose take?
Flight time from San Diego (SAN) to San Jose (SJC) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from San Diego to San Jose?
Airline availability for SAN to SJC changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from San Diego to San Jose?
Direct (nonstop) availability on SAN to SJC varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence involving any operator on this pair in the last 90 days.
- SkyWest64
- Alaska Airlines46
- Southwest Airlines40
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Southwest Airlines | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| Alaska Airlines | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| SkyWest | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning SAN → SJC
SAN to SJC is a short-haul route of 671 km (417 mi). See the return SJC → SAN route.
Alternative airports near San Diego: San Diego (NZY) — 4 km, Miramar (NKX) — 16 km, El Cajon (SEE) — 23 km.
Alternative airports near San Jose: San Jose (RHV) — 10 km, Mountain View (NUQ) — 12 km, Palo Alto (PAO) — 20 km.