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$136+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Philadelphia (PHL)

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SJO — PHL
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Philadelphia are usually found in May or September, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$267
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$136
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$408
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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 February 20, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Tue 4/111:55 amSJO - PHL
1 stop17h 37mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/86:00 amPHL - SJO
1 stop6h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$267
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/41:25 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop28h 27mSpirit Airlines
Tue 3/189:14 pmPHL - SJO
1 stop15h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/18$277
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Mon 3/245:30 amSJO - PHL
2 stops27h 18mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/3110:43 amPHL - SJO
2 stops25h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$432
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 5/12:10 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop19h 18mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/86:18 amPHL - SJO
1 stop8h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$438
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Mon 3/36:06 pmSJO - PHL
2 stops26h 28mCopa Airlines
Thu 3/69:30 amPHL - SJO
2 stops23h 37mCopa Airlines
Deal found 2/20$523
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/91:42 pmSJO - PHL
2 stops16h 01mFrontier
Sat 8/165:30 amPHL - SJO
1 stop8h 52mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$554
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Wed 7/238:45 amSJO - PHL
2 stops12h 40mSouthwest
Tue 7/295:30 amPHL - SJO
2 stops9h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$580

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to Philadelphia 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 February 20, 2025.

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San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/1

11:55 am-7:32 am

1 stop17h 37m

Philadelphia

Tue 4/8

6:00 am-10:50 am

1 stop6h 50m

$267

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/4

1:25 pm-6:52 pm

1 stop28h 27m

Philadelphia

Tue 3/18

9:14 pm-10:25 am

1 stop15h 11m

$277

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/24

5:30 am-10:48 am

2 stops27h 18m

Philadelphia

Mon 3/31

10:43 am-10:11 am

2 stops25h 28m

$432

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/1

2:10 pm-11:28 am

1 stop19h 18m

Philadelphia

Thu 5/8

6:18 am-12:50 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$438

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/3

6:06 pm-9:34 pm

2 stops26h 28m

Philadelphia

Thu 3/6

9:30 am-8:07 am

2 stops23h 37m

$523

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/23

1:22 am-6:00 am

2 stops50h 38m

Philadelphia

Mon 3/31

7:20 am-12:12 am

2 stops42h 52m

$778

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/2

11:55 am-10:17 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$136

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/12

12:50 am-12:15 am

1 stop21h 25m

$166

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/3

6:06 pm-9:34 pm

2 stops26h 28m

$288

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 3/1

12:55 pm-12:01 am

1 stop10h 06m

$326

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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 February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San José, San José Province-Philadelphia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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-Philadelphia flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from San José to Philadelphia

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

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 February 14, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San José, San José Province to Philadelphia is 33 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 February 20, 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 February 20, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Copa 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $277, was found to be the cheapest airline from San José, San José Province to Philadelphia.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and American Airlines. These flights start at 34% 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 $136. Copa Airlines flights start at $288 while deals on Frontier start at $326 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.

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  • 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$230Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$389Average$620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$425Average$600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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