Direct (nonstop) flights from San Jose to Boise

2 airlines fly nonstop from Norman Y Mineta San Jose International (SJC) to Boise Air Terminal (BOI). It's 523 miles (841 km), about 1h 40m in the air. Operated by Alaska Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

SJC
Norman Y Mineta San Jose International
🇺🇸 San Jose, USA
BOI
Boise Air Terminal
🇺🇸 Boise, USA
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
523 mi
841 km
CO₂/pax
97 kg
−97 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Alaska Airlines +1
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Alaska Airlines Alaska Airlines Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Alaska Airlines AS Alaska Airlines
Route
SJC → BOI
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
523 mi
Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
SJC → BOI
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
523 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from San Jose to Boise with one stop · direct emits 97 kg CO₂ per passenger

SJC PDX (Portland) BOI
Leg 1: 1h 50m (568 mi) Leg 2: 1h 19m (344 mi) Total: ~3h 9m 🍃 194 kg CO₂ (+100% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SJC → PDX
1h 50m · 568 mi
View SJC to PDX flights →
Leg 2
PDX → BOI
1h 19m · 344 mi
View PDX to BOI flights →
SJC GEG (Spokane) BOI
Leg 1: 2h 5m (742 mi) Leg 2: 1h 8m (287 mi) Total: ~3h 13m 🍃 215 kg CO₂ (+122% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SJC → GEG
2h 5m · 742 mi
View SJC to GEG flights →
Leg 2
GEG → BOI
1h 8m · 287 mi
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SJC SLC (Salt Lake City) BOI
Leg 1: 1h 59m (583 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (290 mi) Total: ~3h 14m 🍃 187 kg CO₂ (+93% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SJC → SLC
1h 59m · 583 mi
View SJC to SLC flights →
Leg 2
SLC → BOI
1h 15m · 290 mi
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SJC ONT (Ontario) BOI
Leg 1: 1h 15m (333 mi) Leg 2: 2h 1m (660 mi) Total: ~3h 16m 🍃 209 kg CO₂ (+115% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SJC → ONT
1h 15m · 333 mi
View SJC to ONT flights →
Leg 2
ONT → BOI
2h 1m · 660 mi
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SJC LAS (Las Vegas) BOI
Leg 1: 1h 30m (386 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (519 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 192 kg CO₂ (+98% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SJC → LAS
1h 30m · 386 mi
View SJC to LAS flights →
Leg 2
LAS → BOI
1h 50m · 519 mi
View LAS to BOI flights →

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BOI → SJC: Flights from Boise to San Jose

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from San Jose to Boise?

A nonstop flight from San Jose (SJC) to Boise (BOI) takes approximately 1 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 523 miles (841 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from San Jose to Boise?

2 airlines: Alaska Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from San Jose to Boise?

Yes. 2 airlines: Alaska Airlines, Southwest Airlines.

How far is San Jose from Boise?

The flight distance from San Jose to Boise is 523 miles (841 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from San Jose to Boise?

At 1h 40m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from San Jose to Boise?

Roughly 97 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 485 km.

Is the return flight from Boise to San Jose also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Boise?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Norman Y Mineta San Jose International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.