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$794+ Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates (DXB) to San José (SJO)

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 3/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — SJO
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dubai (DXB) 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.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,196
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$794
(Avianca)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,139
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Cheapest flights from Dubai to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/192:15 amDXB - SJO
2 stops49h 01mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/271:00 pmSJO - DXB
1 stop20h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,196
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/301:05 amDXB - SJO
2 stops27h 19mBritish Airways
Wed 5/212:14 pmSJO - DXB
2 stops46h 56mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/20$1,280
This Lufthansa 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/3012:50 amDXB - SJO
2 stops46h 55mLufthansa
Wed 5/212:40 pmSJO - DXB
3 stops45h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 2/20$1,465
This Lufthansa 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/3012:50 amDXB - SJO
1 stop26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/212:40 pmSJO - DXB
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,732
This Avianca 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/213:45 amDXB - SJO
2 stops30h 30mAvianca
Fri 3/282:15 amSJO - DXB
2 stops36h 20mAvianca
Deal found 2/20$2,354
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/302:00 amDXB - SJO
1 stop30h 50mAir Canada
Wed 5/218:00 amSJO - DXB
1 stop25h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 2/20$3,304
This Air France 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/110:30 pmDXB - SJO
2 stops28h 55mAir France
Wed 5/217:30 pmSJO - DXB
1 stop41h 05mAir France
Deal found 2/20$5,505

Find flights from Dubai to San José within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Dubai 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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Dubai

Fly to

San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DubaiSan José

DXB - SJO

DXBSJO

Dubai Intl

Wed 3/19

2:15 am-7:39 pm

2 stops27h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/27

1:20 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops44h 20m

$1,196

DubaiSan José

DXB - SJO

DXBSJO

Dubai Intl

Wed 4/30

1:05 am-6:24 pm

2 stops27h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/21

2:14 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops46h 56m

$1,280

DubaiSan José

DXB - SJO

DXBSJO

Dubai Intl

Wed 4/30

12:50 am-1:45 pm

2 stops46h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/21

2:40 pm-10:35 pm

3 stops45h 55m

$1,465

DubaiSan José

DXB - SJO

DXBSJO

Dubai Intl

Wed 4/30

12:50 am-5:35 pm

1 stop26h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/21

2:40 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops20h 25m

$1,732

DubaiSan José

DXB - SJO

DXBSJO

Dubai Intl

Fri 3/21

3:45 am-12:15 am

2 stops30h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/28

2:15 am-12:35 am

2 stops36h 20m

$2,354

DubaiSan José

DXB - SJO

DXBSJO

Dubai Intl

Wed 4/30

2:00 am-10:50 pm

1 stop30h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/21

8:00 am-7:45 pm

1 stop25h 45m

$3,304

DubaiSan José

DXB - SJO

DXBSJO

Dubai Intl

Thu 5/1

10:30 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops28h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/21

7:30 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop41h 05m

$5,505

DubaiSan José

DXB - SJO

DXBSJO

Dubai Intl

Sat 3/22

2:35 pm-12:15 am

2 stops43h 40m

$794

DubaiSan José

DXB - SJO

DXBSJO

Dubai Intl

Thu 3/6

2:15 am-7:49 pm

2 stops27h 34m

$868

DubaiSan José

DXB - SJO

DXBSJO

Dubai Intl

Thu 3/6

2:00 am-2:55 pm

1 stop22h 55m

$912

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Deals found on 2/20

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  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Dubai-San José, San José Province 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 Dubai-San José, San José Province 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 Dubai to San José

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dubai to San José, San José Province?

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

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.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,449 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,765 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.

Air Canada
7.0
Good
8,748 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.

Avianca
6.8
Okay
2,435 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

ZRH - ATH

The website is difficult to navigate. You pay for everything. The carry on baggage policy is complicated. The food choices were poor and the seat was uncomfortable.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dubai 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to San José, San José Province round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Dubai to San José, San José Province is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,196 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are British Airways and Lufthansa, starting at $1,280 and $1,465 round-trip. United Airlines is 15% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    $794 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Avianca. You may also be able to find cheap deals on British Airways and SWISS, with prices starting from $868 and $912, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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