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$440+ 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 4/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — FRA
Apr 9 — Apr 161
Wed 4/9
Wed 4/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Frankfurt am Main are usually found in February or November, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San José to Frankfurt

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$829
(Air France)

One-way from

$440
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$963

Good round-trip deal

$987 or less

Good one-way deal

$684 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 April 4, 2025.

This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Wed 6/47:40 pmSJO - FRA
1 stop18h 25mAir France
Sat 6/147:05 amFRA - SJO
1 stop18h 20mAir France
Deal found 4/3$829
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
Wed 7/167:40 pmSJO - FRA
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/169:50 amFRA - SJO
1 stop19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4$842
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Thu 4/107:00 amSJO - FRA
1 stop17h 55mKLM
Tue 4/222:15 pmFRA - SJO
2 stops29h 40mKLM
Deal found 4/3$848
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
Wed 11/58:55 amSJO - FRA
1 stop19h 15mAir Canada
Fri 11/149:45 amFRA - SJO
1 stop19h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 4/4$912
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Tue 10/147:25 pmSJO - FRA
Nonstop11h 20mLufthansa
Thu 12/41:20 pmFRA - SJO
Nonstop12h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 4/3$933
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 - FRA
1 stop13h 00mSWISS
Wed 6/186:40 amFRA - SJO
1 stop14h 30mSWISS
Deal found 4/4$963
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
Sun 9/144:10 pmSJO - FRA
1 stop22h 25mIberia
Wed 10/17:45 pmFRA - SJO
1 stop26h 50mIberia
Deal found 4/4$974
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
Sun 9/148:37 amSJO - FRA
2 stops40h 18mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/210:45 amFRA - SJO
2 stops28h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/4$984

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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 April 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Frankfurt am Main Airport that are best for you.

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San JoséFrankfurt am Main

SJO - FRA

SJOFRA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/4

7:40 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop18h 25m

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 6/14

7:05 am-5:25 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$829

San JoséFrankfurt am Main

SJO - FRA

SJOFRA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/16

7:40 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop15h 30m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 1/16

9:50 am-10:15 pm

1 stop19h 25m

$842

San JoséFrankfurt am Main

SJO - FRA

SJOFRA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/16

1:08 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops20h 37m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 1/16

9:50 am-10:15 pm

1 stop19h 25m

$865

San JoséFrankfurt am Main

SJO - FRA

SJOFRA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/1

8:00 am-11:10 am

1 stop19h 10m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 10/8

7:50 am-8:20 pm

2 stops20h 30m

$935

San JoséFrankfurt am Main

SJO - FRA

SJOFRA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/3

7:25 pm-2:45 pm

Nonstop11h 20m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 6/17

1:35 pm-5:35 pm

Nonstop12h 00m

$936

San JoséFrankfurt am Main

SJO - FRA

SJOFRA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/6

3:25 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop13h 00m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 6/18

6:40 am-1:10 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$963

San JoséFrankfurt am Main

SJO - FRA

SJOFRA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/14

4:10 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop22h 25m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 10/1

7:45 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop26h 50m

$974

San JoséFrankfurt am Main

SJO - FRA

SJOFRA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/14

8:37 am-8:55 am

2 stops40h 18m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 10/2

10:45 am-7:15 am

2 stops28h 30m

$984

San JoséFrankfurt am Main

SJO - FRA

SJOFRA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/26

12:23 pm-5:45 am

2 stops33h 22m

$440

San JoséFrankfurt am Main

SJO - FRA

SJOFRA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/26

7:25 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop18h 40m

$628

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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 April.
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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Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Frankfurt am Main Airport

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 March 28, 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 57 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 $1,079). 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 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 April 4, 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 44% 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 April 4, 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
9,837 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

STS - PDX

One or two midday non-stop flights from PDX to Santa Rosa would be great. The very early and late options are hard on older passengers.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,837 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,837 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

STS - PDX

One or two midday non-stop flights from PDX to Santa Rosa would be great. The very early and late options are hard on older passengers.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,322 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,837 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

STS - PDX

One or two midday non-stop flights from PDX to Santa Rosa would be great. The very early and late options are hard on older passengers.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,574 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,837 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

STS - PDX

One or two midday non-stop flights from PDX to Santa Rosa would be great. The very early and late options are hard on older passengers.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,427 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,837 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

STS - PDX

One or two midday non-stop flights from PDX to Santa Rosa would be great. The very early and late options are hard on older passengers.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,618 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,837 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

STS - PDX

One or two midday non-stop flights from PDX to Santa Rosa would be great. The very early and late options are hard on older passengers.

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 $829. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are KLM, from $848, and Lufthansa, from $936. Air France is priced at 15% 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?

    $659 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from KLM. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Lufthansa and Air Canada, with prices starting from $732 and $807, 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 $657. While the most popular route (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Frankfurt am Main) can be booked for $859 on average our data indicates $1,052 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 $1,079). 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 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 April 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$636Average$842FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$739Average$772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Air FranceCheapest$776Average$991FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
IberiaCheapest$815Average$1,216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$818Average$960FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$865Average$1,274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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