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$467+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Barcelona-El Prat (BCN)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — BCN
Apr 30 — May 71
Wed 4/30
Wed 5/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San José to Barcelona-El Prat

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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$842
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$467
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,072
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Cheapest flights from San José to Barcelona-El Prat
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Barcelona-El Prat. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 25, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/241:30 pmSJO - BCN
2 stops41h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/1411:15 amBCN - SJO
2 stops40h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$840
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/108:45 amSJO - BCN
2 stops23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/2011:00 amBCN - SJO
1 stop15h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$845
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/63:25 pmSJO - BCN
1 stop33h 25mSWISS
Tue 6/172:55 pmBCN - SJO
1 stop30h 15mSWISS
Deal found 4/24$856
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/197:55 amSJO - BCN
1 stop15h 55mAir Canada
Tue 5/271:15 pmBCN - SJO
2 stops39h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 4/23$877
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/286:10 pmSJO - BCN
1 stop21h 40mIberia
Tue 11/119:15 pmBCN - SJO
1 stop26h 30mIberia
Deal found 4/25$953
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/42:40 pmSJO - BCN
3 stops37h 15mLufthansa
Wed 6/116:55 pmBCN - SJO
1 stop30h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 4/23$981
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/21:55 amSJO - BCN
1 stop23h 05mAvianca
Sun 6/82:00 pmBCN - SJO
1 stop17h 30mAvianca
Deal found 4/25$982
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/274:57 pmSJO - BCN
2 stops16h 38mAir Europa
Fri 10/3111:50 amBCN - SJO
2 stops17h 00mAir Europa
Deal found 4/24$1,009
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/77:40 pmSJO - BCN
2 stops19h 05mKLM
Tue 6/177:40 pmBCN - SJO
2 stops29h 45mKLM
Deal found 4/23$1,047

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to Barcelona-El Prat that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Barcelona-El Prat Airport that are best for you.

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San JoséBarcelona

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/24

1:30 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops41h 25m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 10/14

11:15 am-7:37 pm

2 stops40h 22m

$840

San JoséBarcelona

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/6

3:25 pm-8:50 am

1 stop33h 25m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 6/17

2:55 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop30h 15m

$856

San JoséBarcelona

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/10

7:45 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops17h 25m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 6/17

8:40 am-5:50 pm

2 stops17h 10m

$865

San JoséBarcelona

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/19

7:55 am-7:50 am

1 stop15h 55m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 5/27

1:15 pm-8:25 pm

2 stops39h 10m

$877

San JoséBarcelona

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/19

4:10 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop18h 00m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 6/24

7:00 am-2:35 pm

1 stop15h 35m

$961

San JoséBarcelona

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/4

2:40 pm-11:55 am

3 stops37h 15m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 6/11

6:55 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop30h 40m

$981

San JoséBarcelona

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/2

1:55 am-9:00 am

1 stop23h 05m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sun 6/8

2:00 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$982

San JoséBarcelona

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/7

7:40 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops19h 05m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 6/17

7:40 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops29h 45m

$1,047

San JoséBarcelona

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/18

2:29 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops18h 06m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sun 5/25

11:50 am-9:53 pm

2 stops18h 03m

$1,069

San JoséBarcelona

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/5

11:32 am-12:25 am

3 stops52h 53m

$467

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San José to Barcelona-El Prat in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San José, San José Province-Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San José, San José Province-Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José, San José Province-Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José, San José Province-Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San José, San José Province-Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San José to Barcelona-El Prat

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Barcelona-El Prat from San José with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Barcelona-El Prat Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Barcelona-El Prat. Price data was last updated on April 18, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 72 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (average of $523). Flying from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,079). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SJO to BCN?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Barcelona-El Prat. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 25, 2025.

When flying from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 12% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San José to Barcelona-El Prat. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Barcelona-El Prat by month

Plan your trip to Barcelona-El Prat by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Barcelona-El Prat Airport ranges from 0.8 - 3.6 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Barcelona-El Prat Airport when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Barcelona-El Prat by month

Plan your trip to Barcelona-El Prat by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 48.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Barcelona-El Prat

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Barcelona-El Prat. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Barcelona-El Prat. Reviews last updated April 25, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, SWISS and United Airlines from San José to Barcelona by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,582 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,685 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,776 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Air Canada
7.0
Good
9,207 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to Barcelona-El Prat. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San José to Barcelona-El Prat?

    For a flight from San José to Barcelona-El Prat, you will be flying from Juan Santamaria Intl. San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is just 8.8 mi from the center of the city. Juan Santamaria Intl is the only San José airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Barcelona-El Prat per day. 7 airlines have flights to Barcelona-El Prat from San José Juan Santamaria Intl on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $842, was found to be the cheapest airline from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include SWISS and Air Canada. United Airlines is currently priced 19% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport are Avianca ($557), United Airlines ($711), and Air Europa ($739).

  • Can I find deals for flights from San José to Barcelona-El Prat that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San José to Barcelona-El Prat flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San José to Barcelona-El Prat?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San José to Barcelona-El Prat.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to Barcelona-El Prat?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Barcelona-El Prat by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (average of $523). Flying from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,079). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from San José to Barcelona-El Prat

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San José to Barcelona-El Prat. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$659Average$998FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$723Average$897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AviancaCheapest$725Average$1,199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air FranceCheapest$802Average$1,231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
IberiaCheapest$843Average$1,166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$868Average$1,321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air EuropaCheapest$918Average$1,168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%

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