How many flights from Dallas to San Jose are non-stop?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 3.2% of flights from Dallas to San Jose were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, travelers typically encountered 2 connections. The majority of flights on this route involve at least one stop.

How long does it take to fly from Dallas to San Jose?

A direct flight from Dallas to San Jose typically takes 3 hours and 39 minutes, covering a distance of 2310 kilometers. Flights with one stop generally have a median duration of 5 hours and 21 minutes. Travelers can expect varying flight times depending on the number of connections.

Are non-stop flights from Dallas to San Jose worth the extra cost?

Historically, non-stop flights from Dallas to San Jose have been approximately 49% more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $599, while connecting flights had a median price of $401. Non-stop options represented about 3.7% of all flights on this route across the trailing 90 days.

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Dallas to San Jose: Overview

Insights for flights from Dallas to San Jose

When planning cheap flights from Dallas to San Jose, October stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $230. Other cost-effective options include December, with a median of $245, and June, at $297. These months offer the best opportunities for finding lower prices on this route.

Fares for flights from Dallas to San Jose typically range from $315 to $673, with a median price of $488 over a 90-day period. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and only 5% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

Most itineraries for this route involve connections, as only 3.2% of recent fares were direct flights from Dallas to San Jose. For the majority of flights, travelers can expect to make 2 stopovers to reach San Jose.

A typical journey from Dallas to San Jose takes approximately 12h 27m, including connections. This duration reflects the prevalence of connecting itineraries on this route.

The distance between Dallas and San Jose is 2310 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Dallas to San Jose

Regular price: $199 - $331

Prices for flights from Dallas to San Jose are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $199 and $331. The current lowest deal is $255 with Frontier Airlines, valid for travel from October 5 to November 2.

now $255

Low $199

High $331

The cheapest time to fly from Dallas to San Jose

The cheapest month to fly from DFW to SJC is October, with a median price of $230. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $632. Prices are generally lower from April to December.

October

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Flights from $230

July

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Flights from $632

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Direct flights from Dallas to San Jose

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$784

$473

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DAL - San Jose

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$1,112

$578

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$923

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$1,126

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$554

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$562

$459

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Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Dallas to San Jose

1 night

Sep 8 - Sep 9

$1,129 → $611

46%

2 nights

Sep 8 - Sep 10

$1,126 → $632

44%

2 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 9

$1,126 → $647

43%

3 nights

Sep 9 - Sep 12

$1,067 → $599

44%

Popular Airports to fly from Dallas to San Jose

Dallas - San Jose route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Dallas to San Jose are above the typical level, with a median of $488.

📅 Best time to fly

October offers the lowest median prices

Historically, October ($230), December ($245), and June ($297) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 12h 27m

Flights from Dallas to San Jose typically take 12h 27m, with most routes involving connections.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Only 3.2% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights being the dominant option.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal at $255

Frontier Airlines recently offered a deal for $255 from Dallas to San Jose.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Dallas to San Jose are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Dallas main airports to depart from

Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW)

Cheapest

Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW) is a good option for flights to San Jose.

📍 ~26 km from Dallas city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$235

San Jose main airports to arrive at

San Jose International (SJC)

Cheapest

San Jose International Airport is ideal for reaching San Jose and the surrounding Silicon Valley area.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$213

Airports nearby San Jose used as alternative

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International offers an extensive route network and more carrier options for your trip.

📍 ~55 km from San Jose (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$143

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Jose

Historically, the optimal time to book flights from Dallas to San Jose is 60+ days before departure. Across the trailing quarter, flights booked in this window had an average price of $408. In contrast, booking 14-27 days out typically saw prices rise to $768. Planning ahead by at least two months can lead to more favorable pricing.

Based on pricing across the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Dallas to San Jose is considered to be $315 or less. The median price for this route was $488. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $673 or less during this period.

Historically, October has been the cheapest month to fly from Dallas to San Jose, with a median price of $230. December also offered competitive prices, with a median of $245. The annual median price for this route typically stands at $488, indicating significant savings are possible during these months.

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Dallas to San Jose: Overview

Insights for flights from Dallas to San Jose

A typical journey from Dallas to San Jose takes approximately 12h 27m, including connections. This duration reflects the prevalence of connecting itineraries on this route.

The distance between Dallas and San Jose is 2310 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Dallas to San Jose

Regular price: $199 - $331

Prices for flights from Dallas to San Jose are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $199 and $331. The current lowest deal is $255 with Frontier Airlines, valid for travel from October 5 to November 2.

now $255

Low $199

High $331

The cheapest time to fly from Dallas to San Jose

The cheapest month to fly from DFW to SJC is October, with a median price of $230. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $632. Prices are generally lower from April to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $230

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $632

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec