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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York to San Jose? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £197. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York to San Jose flights are currently cheapest in April.

New York to San Jose: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found£197
Cheapest month to flyApril

Finding cheap flights from New York to San Jose: Frequently asked questions

There are 7 airports in San Jose: San Jose International, San Jose Reid-Hillview, Oakland Metropolitan Oak, San Francisco International, Concord, Carmel Monterey Peninsula, and Sacramento Stockton.
The best price we found for a return flight from New York to San Jose is £197. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from New York to San Jose. But we found flights with one or more stops from £197.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from New York to San Jose.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to San Jose is usually April.
If you're flying from New York, the cheapest airport near San Jose is San Jose International – which is 2.9 miles away from the centre of San Jose. We've found flights into this airport from £197.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to San Jose on Saturday, 18 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York and San Jose. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Jose but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Jose is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 11°C. August is typically the warmest month in San Jose, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is February.
The cheapest airline that flies to San Jose is Delta .

Travelling from New York to San Jose: what you need to know

  • Many great adventures start at one of New York's main airports, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Explore your options for booking a flight from New York to San Jose leaving from either of these.

  • Get off the plane at Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC). This is the major gateway to San Jose.

  • The timezone in San Jose is UTC-7, which is three hours behind New York.

  • Allow plenty of time to make your New York to San Jose flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to San Jose

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap New York to San Jose flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your plane ticket from New York to San Jose.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's a better deal on cheap flights from New York to San Jose.

  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' New York to San Jose flights.

Flying from New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • The journey from central New York to JFK takes about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kms (12 miles) in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • In search of a handy hotel near John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from New York to San Jose, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:

  • 74.1% of flights that leave from John F. Kennedy International Airport make it to their destination on time.

  • You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • You can reach EWR from central New York in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 14 kms (9 miles) or so.

  • You're going on holiday, so why not spend an additional night away? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your flight from New York to San Jose:

  • When it comes to flight punctuality, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 73%.

  • You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • From central New York, LGA is around 13 kms (8 miles) away. It takes roughly 25 minutes to arrive by car and 1 hour or so if you use public transport.

  • Make taking an early New York to San Jose flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near LaGuardia Airport and get to your boarding gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:

  • With 80.0% of its departing flights arriving without delays, LGA is a dependable starting point for your trip.

  • You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.

Arriving in San Jose

Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)

  • The distance from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to central San Jose is approximately 5 kms (3 miles). It takes about 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from New York to San Jose. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SJC instead:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car or Dollar and explore beyond San Jose's main sights.

  • Booking your ride from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport about one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

  • SJC is located at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.

Best time to go to San Jose

  • August is the most popular month for flights from New York to San Jose. To escape the crowds, go to San Jose in May.

  • The warmest month in San Jose is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your New York to San Jose ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from New York to San Jose in January when temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).

More about San Jose

  • Start your San Jose trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from New York to San Jose, explore our range of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are major attractions which should be on every San Jose itinerary.

Explore more of United States

  • Los Angeles is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen San Jose. Around 310 miles to the south-east, popular attractions include Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.

  • Around 40 miles north-west of San Jose, San Francisco is another essential stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street.

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