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$100+ Cheap flights from Dallas to San José (SJO)

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Feb 25 — Mar 41
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Tue 3/4
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The best prices from Dallas to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in August or April, booked 16 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Dallas to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dallas (A78) 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 February 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$353
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One-way from

$100
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December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$521
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Cheapest flights from Dallas to San José
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Fri 4/46:10 amDFW - SJO
1 stop6h 11mSpirit Airlines
Sat 4/512:50 amSJO - DFW
1 stop7h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$353
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Sun 3/95:40 amDFW - SJO
2 stops30h 41mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/113:31 pmSJO - DFW
1 stop17h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$360
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Wed 5/711:30 amDAL - SJO
1 stop9h 10mSouthwest
Tue 5/131:10 pmSJO - DAL
1 stop8h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$481
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Thu 5/151:50 pmDFW - SJO
2 stops10h 25mAvianca
Sun 5/255:05 amSJO - DFW
1 stop6h 20mAvianca
Deal found 2/20$494
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Sun 3/912:18 pmDAL - SJO
1 stop10h 06mDelta
Thu 3/137:00 amSJO - DAL
1 stop9h 53mDelta
Deal found 2/19$818
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Sun 3/97:29 pmDAL - SJO
2 stops52h 30mAlaska Airlines
Wed 3/1212:26 amSJO - DAL
2 stops17h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/19$844
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Tue 2/2510:32 amDAL - SJO
2 stops29h 18mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/312:20 pmSJO - DAL
2 stops33h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$4,464

Find flights from Dallas to San José within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Dallas 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 February 20, 2025.

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DallasSan José

DFW - SJO

DFWSJO

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 4/4

6:10 am-11:21 am

1 stop6h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/5

12:50 am-9:32 am

1 stop7h 42m

$353

DallasSan José

DFW - SJO

DFWSJO

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 3/9

5:40 am-11:21 am

2 stops30h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/11

3:31 pm-9:54 am

1 stop17h 23m

$360

DallasSan José

DAL - SJO

DALSJO

Dallas Love Field

Wed 5/7

11:30 am-7:40 pm

1 stop9h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/13

1:10 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$481

DallasSan José

DFW - SJO

DFWSJO

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 5/15

1:50 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops10h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/25

5:05 am-12:25 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$494

DallasSan José

DAL - SJO

DALSJO

Dallas Love Field

Sun 3/9

12:18 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop10h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/13

7:00 am-5:53 pm

1 stop9h 53m

$818

DallasSan José

DAL - SJO

DALSJO

Dallas Love Field

Sun 3/9

7:29 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops52h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/12

12:26 am-6:29 pm

2 stops17h 03m

$844

DallasSan José

DAL - SJO

DALSJO

Dallas Love Field

Tue 2/25

10:32 am-3:50 pm

2 stops29h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/3

12:20 pm-10:17 pm

2 stops33h 57m

$4,464

DallasSan José

DFW - SJO

DFWSJO

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 3/18

8:38 pm-11:21 am

1 stop15h 43m

$109

DallasSan José

DFW - SJO

DFWSJO

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 3/18

4:44 pm-11:21 am

2 stops19h 37m

$110

DallasSan José

DFW - SJO

DFWSJO

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 2/23

12:55 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$236

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Best time to book a flight from Dallas to San José

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Travel insights for flights from Dallas to San José

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dallas to San José. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Dallas to San José, San José Province is 16 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 Dallas to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Dallas 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 DFW to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Dallas 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 February 20, 2025.

When flying from Dallas to San José, San José Province, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 7% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Dallas to San José, San José Province

Explore weekly flight availability from Dallas to San José. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

The most flights from A78 to SJO are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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 February 20, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Dallas to San José have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
9,697 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
8,765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dallas 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 Dallas?

    For a flight from Dallas to San José, you will be flying into 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 2 inbound flights from Dallas per day. 6 airlines have flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl from Dallas on a regular basis.

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San José, San José Province, with prices starting at $353. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Avianca and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $480 and $481, respectively. You may be able to fly from Dallas to San José, San José Province for 37% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $100 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $220 and Avianca from $236 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dallas to San José, San José Province?

    The cheapest flight price from Dallas to San José, San José Province is $293. On average you can expect to pay $478. The most popular route, (Dallas/Fort Worth - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), can usually be booked for $235.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Dallas to San José, San José Province?

    Dallas to San José, San José Province flights have a layover in San Salvador most of the time. Fort Lauderdale sees the next most layovers on Dallas to San José, San José Province flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in San Salvador?

    Most San Salvador visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Centro Historico de San Salvador, Catedral Metropolitana de San Salvador, and Monsenor Romero Center. Centro Historico de San Salvador, Catedral Metropolitana de San Salvador, and Monsenor Romero Center are located about 19.7 mi, 19.7 mi, and 20.1 mi, respectively from San Salvador El Salvador Intl. Those landing in San Salvador looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $26 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Fort Lauderdale?

    The majority of Fort Lauderdale visitors spend their time at Las Olas Beach, Port Everglades, and Fort Lauderdale Beach Park. Travelers on a layover in Fort Lauderdale can visit Las Olas Beach, Port Everglades, and Fort Lauderdale Beach Park, by traveling 4.1 mi, 2.1 mi, and 4.2 mi, respectively after landing at Fort Lauderdale. Travelers in need of a car in Fort Lauderdale can rent one for about $26 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Dallas to San José, San José Province flights?

    Dallas to San José, San José Province flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in Orlando.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Dallas 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 6 airlines flying from Dallas to San José

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Dallas 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$222Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$276Average$749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AviancaCheapest$338Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$406Average$556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$438Average$725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$455Average$598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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