Can I fly direct from Phoenix to San Jose?

Direct flights from Phoenix to San Jose are available, but they represent a smaller portion of the overall options. Historically, approximately 4.5% of flights on this route have been direct. For journeys involving connecting flights, the median number of stopovers is typically two. Travelers prioritizing non-stop travel should be aware of the lower availability of direct routes.

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

A direct flight from Phoenix to San Jose typically takes about 1 hour and 48 minutes, covering a distance of 999 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging approximately 5 hours and 4 minutes. Travelers should factor in these time differences when planning their journey, as connecting flights can add several hours to the total travel time.

How much do direct flights from Phoenix to San Jose cost compared to connecting flights?

Historically, direct flights from Phoenix to San Jose are typically more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight is $282, which represents a 36% premium over connecting flights. Connecting flights, in comparison, have a median price of $207. Direct flights also make up a smaller portion of the available options, accounting for about 4.6% of all flights on this route.

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Phoenix to San Jose: Overview

Insights for flights from Phoenix to San Jose

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Phoenix to San Jose connect at least once. Only about 4.5% of recent fares were for direct flights from Phoenix to San Jose. For the remaining itineraries, the typical number of connections is two.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Phoenix to San Jose, prices typically range from $165–$382, with a median of $243. Right now, fares are above the typical level. Approximately 33% of recent fares were classified as a good price, and new deals appear almost daily.

The cheapest months to fly from Phoenix to San Jose are September, with a median fare of $124, and December, where the median fare is $137. November also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $167.

A typical journey from Phoenix to San Jose takes approximately 7h 7m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover.

The distance between Phoenix and San Jose is 999 kilometers, which classifies this as a short-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Phoenix to San Jose

Regular price: $230 - $332

Prices from Phoenix to San Jose are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Phoenix to San Jose is $230 to $332. The current lowest deal is $142 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Oct 8-Oct 15.

now $142

Low $230

High $332

The cheapest time to fly from Phoenix to San Jose

The cheapest month to fly from Phoenix to San Jose is September, with a median price of $124. The most expensive month to fly is June, with a median price of $525. Prices are generally lower from April to December.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $124

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $525

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

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Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

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Dec

Direct flights from Phoenix to San Jose

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Last-minute flights going from Phoenix to San Jose

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - San Jose

Phoenix (PHX) - San Jose (SJC)

Frontier Airlines

$511

$368

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - San Jose

Phoenix (PHX) - San Jose (SJC)

Frontier Airlines

$515

$375

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - San Jose

Phoenix (PHX) - San Jose (SJC)

Frontier Airlines

$521

$368

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - San Jose

Phoenix (PHX) - San Jose (SJC)

Frontier Airlines

$515

$368

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - San Jose

Phoenix (PHX) - San Jose (SJC)

Frontier Airlines

$522

$432

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - San Jose

Phoenix (PHX) - San Jose (SJC)

Frontier Airlines

$522

$358

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 20

$521 → $370

29%

3 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 21

$515 → $369

28%

7 nights

Oct 8 - Oct 15

$286 → $142

50%

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

$511 → $370

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Phoenix to San Jose

Phoenix - San Jose route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Phoenix to San Jose are above the typical level of $243.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically cheapest at $124

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from Phoenix to San Jose, at $124.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 7h 7m

The median flight duration from Phoenix to San Jose is 7 hours and 7 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 4.5% of recent flights from Phoenix to San Jose were direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines has a deal for $142

Frontier Airlines has a deal for $142 from Phoenix to San Jose, Oct 8-Oct 15.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Phoenix to San Jose are frequent, appearing within 30 days.

Phoenix main airports to depart from

Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX)

Cheapest

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Phoenix to San Jose.

📍 ~6 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$120

Phoenix–Mesa Gateway (AZA)

Phoenix–Mesa Gateway Airport offers an alternative departure point for your trip to San Jose.

📍 ~42 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$313

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 ~$139

Airports nearby San Jose used as alternative

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International is a major international hub offering extensive routes and carrier options, despite potential fog delays.

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

💸 Flights from ~$92

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From PHX

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San Jose, United States

80% AI deal score

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Jose

Historically, the best prices for flights from Phoenix to San Jose are found when booking in the "28-59 days" window. Flights booked within this period typically average around $185. In contrast, booking 7-13 days out sees an average price of $224, while waiting until 0-6 days before departure can result in prices as high as $891. Planning ahead by at least four weeks can lead to significant savings on this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Phoenix to San Jose is considered to be $165. This threshold represents the lowest 25% of prices observed. The median price for this route was $243, while prices in the upper quartile reached $382. Travelers aiming for the most economical options should target fares at or below the $165 mark.

Historically, September has been the cheapest month to fly from Phoenix to San Jose, with a median price of $124. December also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $137. The annual median price for this route is $243, indicating that these months provide substantial savings compared to the yearly average. Travelers looking for the most budget-friendly options should consider these months.

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Phoenix to San Jose: Overview

Insights for flights from Phoenix to San Jose

A typical journey from Phoenix to San Jose takes approximately 7h 7m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover.

The distance between Phoenix and San Jose is 999 kilometers, which classifies this as a short-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Phoenix to San Jose

Regular price: $230 - $332

Prices from Phoenix to San Jose are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Phoenix to San Jose is $230 to $332. The current lowest deal is $142 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Oct 8-Oct 15.

now $142

Low $230

High $332

The cheapest time to fly from Phoenix to San Jose

September

Cheapest

Flights from $124

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $525

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Phoenix to San Jose

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Last-minute flights going from Phoenix to San Jose

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - San Jose

Phoenix (PHX) - San Jose (SJC)

Frontier Airlines

$511

$368

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - San Jose

Phoenix (PHX) - San Jose (SJC)

Frontier Airlines

$515

$375

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - San Jose

Phoenix (PHX) - San Jose (SJC)

Frontier Airlines

$521

$368

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - San Jose

Phoenix (PHX) - San Jose (SJC)

Frontier Airlines

$515

$368

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - San Jose

Phoenix (PHX) - San Jose (SJC)

Frontier Airlines

$522

$432

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

PHX - San Jose

Phoenix (PHX) - San Jose (SJC)

Frontier Airlines

$522

$358

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 20

$521 → $370

29%

3 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 21

$515 → $369

28%

7 nights

Oct 8 - Oct 15

$286 → $142

50%

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

$511 → $370

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Phoenix to San Jose

Phoenix - San Jose route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Phoenix to San Jose are above the typical level of $243.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically cheapest at $124

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from Phoenix to San Jose, at $124.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 7h 7m

The median flight duration from Phoenix to San Jose is 7 hours and 7 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 4.5% of recent flights from Phoenix to San Jose were direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines has a deal for $142

Frontier Airlines has a deal for $142 from Phoenix to San Jose, Oct 8-Oct 15.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Phoenix to San Jose are frequent, appearing within 30 days.

Phoenix main airports to depart from

Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX)

Cheapest

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Phoenix to San Jose.

📍 ~6 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$120

Phoenix–Mesa Gateway (AZA)

Phoenix–Mesa Gateway Airport offers an alternative departure point for your trip to San Jose.

📍 ~42 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$313

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 ~$139

Airports nearby San Jose used as alternative

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International is a major international hub offering extensive routes and carrier options, despite potential fog delays.

San Jose, United States

80% AI deal score

$1,421

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Jose

Cheap Flights from Phoenix to San Jose

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Phoenix to San Jose: Overview

Insights for flights from Phoenix to San Jose

How much is a round trip from Phoenix to San Jose

The cheapest time to fly from Phoenix to San Jose

Direct flights from Phoenix to San Jose

Last-minute flights going from Phoenix to San Jose

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

Popular Airports to fly from Phoenix to San Jose

Phoenix - San Jose route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

September is historically cheapest at $124

Flights typically take 7h 7m

Connecting flights are dominant

Frontier Airlines has a deal for $142

Deals are frequent on this route

Phoenix main airports to depart from

San Jose main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby San Jose used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Jose

Best Elite deals to San Jose

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Jose

How far in advance should I book a flight from Phoenix to San Jose?

What is a good price for a flight from Phoenix to San Jose?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Phoenix to San Jose?

Can I fly direct from Phoenix to San Jose?

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

How much do direct flights from Phoenix to San Jose cost compared to connecting flights?

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Phoenix to San Jose: Overview

Insights for flights from Phoenix to San Jose

How much is a round trip from Phoenix to San Jose

The cheapest time to fly from Phoenix to San Jose

Direct flights from Phoenix to San Jose

Last-minute flights going from Phoenix to San Jose

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

Popular Airports to fly from Phoenix to San Jose

Phoenix - San Jose route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

September is historically cheapest at $124

Flights typically take 7h 7m

Connecting flights are dominant

Frontier Airlines has a deal for $142

Deals are frequent on this route

Phoenix main airports to depart from

San Jose main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby San Jose used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Jose

Best Elite deals to San Jose

Oct 17

Oct 29

Oct 21

Oct 26

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Oct 17

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Oct 20

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Oct 29

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Jose

How far in advance should I book a flight from Phoenix to San Jose?

What is a good price for a flight from Phoenix to San Jose?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Phoenix to San Jose?