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$154+ Cheap flights from Columbus to San José (SJO)

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CMH — SJO
Jan 27 — Feb 31
Mon 1/27
Mon 2/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Columbus to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in April or February, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to San José (SJO). 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 January 22, 2025.

Round-trip from

$311
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One-way from

$154
(Cheapflightsfares)

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March

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$487
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to San José
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Mon 3/179:36 pmCMH - SJO
1 stop15h 45mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/1912:50 amSJO - CMH
1 stop8h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/22$311
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Sat 2/223:10 pmCMH - SJO
1 stop22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/2512:29 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop24h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/22$364
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Wed 1/293:59 pmCMH - SJO
1 stop8h 10mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/43:14 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop7h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/22$408
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Tue 6/34:40 pmCMH - SJO
1 stop19h 31mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/255:30 amSJO - CMH
2 stops26h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/22$533
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Mon 2/37:45 pmCMH - SJO
2 stops18h 27mCopa Airlines
Tue 2/113:06 pmSJO - CMH
2 stops17h 46mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/22$536

Find flights from Columbus to San José within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to San José 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 January 22, 2025.

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ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Wed 3/5

6:00 am-12:21 pm

1 stop7h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/19

12:50 am-8:31 pm

1 stop17h 41m

$309

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Thu 2/27

9:21 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops15h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/23

12:50 am-8:31 pm

1 stop17h 41m

$387

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Tue 4/1

5:40 am-12:54 pm

2 stops9h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/8

6:05 am-9:58 pm

2 stops13h 53m

$412

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Wed 4/2

10:26 am-10:11 am

2 stops25h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/9

7:55 am-1:22 pm

2 stops27h 27m

$508

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Mon 2/3

7:45 pm-10:01 am

2 stops15h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/11

5:21 pm-9:52 am

2 stops15h 31m

$536

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Thu 5/15

12:15 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop13h 44m

$154

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Mon 4/7

5:00 am-11:25 am

2 stops8h 25m

$184

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Mon 4/7

10:26 am-11:35 pm

3 stops15h 09m

$1,462

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Tue 4/8

7:00 am-7:37 pm

3 stops14h 37m

$2,842

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Travel insights for flights from Columbus to San José

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to San José. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Columbus to San José, San José Province is 48 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 Columbus to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Columbus to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 CMH to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 22, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 25% on flights from Columbus to San José, San José Province by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Rainfall in San José by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San José by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 San José. Reviews last updated January 22, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus to San José, such as Spirit Airlines, American Airlines and Copa Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,659 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,659 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,659 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,975 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,659 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,659 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,111 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,659 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus to San José. 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 into for flights to San José from Columbus?

    Most people fly into San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) if they book a flight to San José from Columbus. On average, Juan Santamaria Intl has 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day from 5 airlines. San José Juan Santamaria Intl is conveniently located just 8.8 mi from San José’s city center.

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $311, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbus to San José, San José Province.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. You may be able to fly from Columbus to San José, San José Province for 40% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Columbus to San José, San José Province are Spirit Airlines ($154), American Airlines ($184), and United Airlines ($289).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to San José 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 Columbus to San José, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Columbus to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 5 airlines flying from Columbus to San José

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to San José. 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 January 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$258Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$301Average$560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$311Average$653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$336Average$572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$336Average$648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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