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$393+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Frankfurt (FRA)

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 3/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — FRA
feb. 4 — feb. 111
mar. 2/4
mar. 2/11
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The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Frankfurt am Main are usually found in February or November, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San José to Frankfurt

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Frankfurt (FRA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated enero 30, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$776
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$393
(Avianca)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$856

Good round-trip deal

$1,160 or less

Good one-way deal

$698 or less
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Cheapest flights from San José to Frankfurt
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Frankfurt. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 30, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
mié. 4/96:15 amSJO - FRA
1 stop17h 55mAir Canada
jue. 4/249:55 amFRA - SJO
1 stop19h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 1/30$770
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/168:37 amSJO - FRA
1 stop40h 33mMultiple Airlines
mié. 10/19:55 amFRA - SJO
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/30$811
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
dom. 3/167:00 amSJO - FRA
1 stop18h 40mKLM
dom. 3/2310:15 amFRA - SJO
1 stop13h 55mKLM
Deal found 1/30$824
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
jue. 4/2411:13 amSJO - FRA
2 stops20h 52mUnited Airlines
lun. 5/191:55 pmFRA - SJO
1 stop37h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/30$852
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 6/117:40 pmSJO - FRA
1 stop14h 05mAir France
sáb. 6/217:05 amFRA - SJO
1 stop18h 20mAir France
Deal found 1/30$908
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 1/308:40 pmSJO - FRA
Nonstop11h 05mLufthansa
jue. 2/69:05 amFRA - SJO
1 stop36h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 1/30$1,021
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
mié. 3/124:55 pmSJO - FRA
2 stops19h 35mAvianca
vie. 3/146:00 pmFRA - SJO
2 stops22h 20mAvianca
Deal found 1/30$1,095

Find flights from San José to Frankfurt within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to Frankfurt 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 enero 30, 2025.

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San JoséFrankfurt am Main

SJO - FRA

SJOFRA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 4/9

6:15 am-8:10 am

1 stop17h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

jue. 4/24

9:55 am-9:00 pm

1 stop19h 05m

$770

San JoséFrankfurt am Main

SJO - FRA

SJOFRA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 3/16

7:00 am-8:40 am

1 stop18h 40m

Frankfurt am Main

dom. 3/23

10:15 am-5:10 pm

1 stop13h 55m

$824

San JoséFrankfurt am Main

SJO - FRA

SJOFRA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 3/21

7:00 am-8:40 am

1 stop18h 40m

Frankfurt am Main

mié. 6/18

9:45 am-5:25 pm

1 stop15h 40m

$825

San JoséFrankfurt am Main

SJO - FRA

SJOFRA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 4/24

11:13 am-4:05 pm

2 stops20h 52m

Frankfurt am Main

lun. 5/19

1:55 pm-7:37 pm

1 stop37h 42m

$852

San JoséFrankfurt am Main

SJO - FRA

SJOFRA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 6/11

7:40 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop14h 05m

Frankfurt am Main

sáb. 6/21

7:05 am-5:25 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$908

San JoséFrankfurt am Main

SJO - FRA

SJOFRA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 5/30

3:25 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop16h 15m

Frankfurt am Main

sáb. 6/21

1:35 pm-5:35 pm

Nonstop12h 00m

$1,070

San JoséFrankfurt am Main

SJO - FRA

SJOFRA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 3/12

4:55 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops19h 35m

Frankfurt am Main

vie. 3/14

6:00 pm-9:20 am

2 stops22h 20m

$1,095

San JoséFrankfurt am Main

SJO - FRA

SJOFRA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 5/12

6:50 pm-3:35 pm

3 stops36h 45m

Frankfurt am Main

mar. 5/20

4:30 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops28h 40m

$1,255

San JoséFrankfurt am Main

SJO - FRA

SJOFRA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 6/19

2:29 pm-9:45 am

2 stops35h 16m

Frankfurt am Main

lun. 7/28

7:10 pm-9:53 pm

2 stops34h 43m

$1,398

San JoséFrankfurt am Main

SJO - FRA

SJOFRA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 3/5

4:55 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops19h 35m

$395

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San José to Frankfurt in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust 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-Frankfurt am Main Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San José, San José Province-Frankfurt am Main Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José, San José Province-Frankfurt am Main 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-Frankfurt am Main Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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-Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt

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Travel insights for flights from San José to Frankfurt

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San José to Frankfurt including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Frankfurt. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San José, San José Province to Frankfurt am Main Airport, you should look to book at least 44 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of $729). Flying from San José, San José Province to Frankfurt am Main Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,112). 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 FRA?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Frankfurt. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated enero 30, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San José, San José Province to Frankfurt am Main Airport at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 45% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José, San José Province to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José, San José Province to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Frankfurt by month

Plan your trip to Frankfurt by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Frankfurt am Main Airport ranges from 1.6 - 2.8 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.8 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Frankfurt am Main Airport when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Frankfurt by month

Plan your trip to Frankfurt by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Frankfurt am Main Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 64.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Frankfurt

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Frankfurt. 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 Frankfurt. Reviews last updated enero 30, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San José to Frankfurt am Main, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, KLM and SWISS. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

KLM
7.8
Good
1,335 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,584 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Air France
7.4
Good
1,475 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,913 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to Frankfurt. 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 Frankfurt am Main?

    For a flight from San José to Frankfurt am Main, 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 Frankfurt am Main per day. 6 airlines have flights to Frankfurt am Main from San José Juan Santamaria Intl on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Frankfurt am Main Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San José, San José Province to Frankfurt am Main Airport round-trip from $776. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are KLM, from $824, and United Airlines, from $852. Air Canada is priced at 17% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to Frankfurt am Main Airport one-way?

    $393 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Avianca. You may also be able to find cheap deals on KLM and Air France, with prices starting from $630 and $657, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San José, San José Province to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $582. While the most popular route (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Frankfurt am Main) can be booked for $768 on average our data indicates $1,059 when flying from San José, San José Province to Frankfurt am Main Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San José to Frankfurt that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San José to Frankfurt?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to Frankfurt?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of $729). Flying from San José, San José Province to Frankfurt am Main Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,112). 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 6 airlines flying from San José to Frankfurt

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San José to Frankfurt. 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 enero 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$673Average$788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$739Average$774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Air FranceCheapest$763Average$963FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$813Average$924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
IberiaCheapest$815Average$957FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$815Average$1,369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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