Philadelphia

$148+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Philadelphia (PHL)

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 5/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — PHL
Apr 22 — Apr 291
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Philadelphia are usually found in May or September, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San José to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Philadelphia (PHL). 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 April 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$239
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$148
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$465
Provider with most accurate pricing for San José Juan Santamaria Intl-Philadelphia flight deals.
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From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Philadelphia
One-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Philadelphia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($33 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from San José to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/2111:32 amSJO - PHL
1 stop9h 04mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/35:45 amPHL - SJO
1 stop7h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/17$239
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/1611:32 amSJO - PHL
1 stop18h 16mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/1912:41 pmPHL - SJO
2 stops23h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$353
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2912:50 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop8h 20mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/35:00 amPHL - SJO
1 stop14h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$398
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/191:18 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop9h 05mDelta
Mon 9/225:55 amPHL - SJO
1 stop7h 58mDelta
Deal found 4/17$400
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Thu 6/197:55 amSJO - PHL
2 stops38h 50mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/226:15 amPHL - SJO
2 stops29h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$411
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/51:47 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop19h 17mFrontier
Sat 7/195:30 amPHL - SJO
1 stop9h 10mFrontier
Deal found 4/17$455
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/88:45 amSJO - PHL
2 stops12h 40mSouthwest
Tue 7/227:20 amPHL - SJO
2 stops14h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 4/17$531
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/68:09 amSJO - PHL
2 stops23h 36mCopa Airlines
Sun 5/116:15 amPHL - SJO
2 stops27h 20mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/17$583
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1212:50 amSJO - PHL
2 stops26h 55mAlaska Airlines
Sat 9/207:05 amPHL - SJO
2 stops18h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/16$785

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Philadelphia that are best for you.

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San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/21

11:32 am-10:36 pm

1 stop9h 04m

Philadelphia

Tue 6/3

5:45 am-11:33 am

1 stop7h 48m

$239

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/16

11:32 am-7:48 am

1 stop18h 16m

Philadelphia

Mon 5/19

12:41 pm-9:59 am

2 stops23h 18m

$353

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/29

12:50 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Philadelphia

Wed 9/3

5:00 am-5:30 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$398

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/19

1:18 pm-12:23 am

1 stop9h 05m

Philadelphia

Mon 9/22

5:55 am-11:53 am

1 stop7h 58m

$400

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/19

7:55 am-12:45 am

2 stops38h 50m

Philadelphia

Sun 6/22

6:15 am-10:11 am

2 stops29h 56m

$411

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/5

1:47 pm-11:04 am

1 stop19h 17m

Philadelphia

Sat 7/19

5:30 am-12:40 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$455

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/8

8:45 am-11:25 pm

2 stops12h 40m

Philadelphia

Tue 7/22

7:20 am-7:40 pm

2 stops14h 20m

$531

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/6

8:09 am-9:45 am

2 stops23h 36m

Philadelphia

Sun 5/11

6:15 am-7:35 am

2 stops27h 20m

$583

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/12

12:50 am-5:45 am

2 stops26h 55m

Philadelphia

Sat 9/20

7:05 am-11:13 pm

2 stops18h 08m

$785

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/19

3:05 pm-9:39 am

2 stops16h 34m

Philadelphia

Sun 6/22

6:15 am-11:15 am

3 stops31h 00m

$1,032

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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 Philadelphia in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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-Philadelphia flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on San José, San José Province-Philadelphia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José, San José Province-Philadelphia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José, San José Province-Philadelphia flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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-Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Philadelphia

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Philadelphia?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San José, San José Province to Philadelphia is 67 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 Philadelphia?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from San José, San José Province to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Philadelphia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 46% on flights from San José, San José Province to Philadelphia by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José, San José Province to Philadelphia?

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

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

Rainfall in Philadelphia by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Philadelphia ranges from 2.7 - 4.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Philadelphia when rainfall is around 2.7 in.

Temperature in Philadelphia by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Philadelphia, 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 78.8 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 Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia. Reviews last updated April 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Copa Airlines and United Airlines from San José to Philadelphia have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Philadelphia round-trip?

    Spirit Airlines, at $239, was found to be the cheapest airline from San José, San José Province to Philadelphia.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air Canada and United Airlines. These flights start at 45% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to Philadelphia one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $148. Frontier flights start at $203 while deals on United Airlines start at $281 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from San José, San José Province to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 3 airlines flying from San José to Philadelphia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San José to Philadelphia. 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 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$230Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$354Average$624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$380Average$600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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