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$117+ Cheap flights from Durham, NC 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 5/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SJO
Apr 29 — May 61
Tue 4/29
Tue 5/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Durham to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in September or August, booked 19 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Durham to San José

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3 stars

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AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$278
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$117
(Copa Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$492
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Cheapest flights from Durham to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durham to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sat 6/74:54 pmRDU - SJO
2 stops20h 39mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1411:32 amSJO - RDU
1 stop10h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$278
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/254:19 pmRDU - SJO
1 stop17h 16mCopa Airlines
Sun 6/14:10 amSJO - RDU
1 stop8h 19mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/22$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Tue 10/216:35 pmRDU - SJO
2 stops16h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/282:25 pmSJO - RDU
1 stop18h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$287
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Sat 5/105:25 amRDU - SJO
1 stop9h 40mDelta
Sat 5/242:30 pmSJO - RDU
1 stop7h 49mDelta
Deal found 4/21$296
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/66:10 amRDU - SJO
1 stop8h 16mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/85:30 amSJO - RDU
1 stop14h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/22$297
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/116:30 amRDU - SJO
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Sat 5/178:45 amSJO - RDU
1 stop11h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 4/22$352
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/1710:45 amRDU - SJO
2 stops26h 32mSpirit Airlines
Fri 6/2011:32 amSJO - RDU
2 stops28h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/22$353
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/176:35 amRDU - SJO
1 stop7h 20mJetBlue
Wed 8/2012:55 pmSJO - RDU
1 stop8h 13mJetBlue
Deal found 4/22$361

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Durham 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 April 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Durham to San José that are best for you.

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Price

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 6/7

4:54 pm-11:33 am

2 stops20h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/14

11:32 am-11:56 pm

1 stop10h 24m

$278

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/25

4:19 pm-7:35 am

1 stop17h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 6/1

4:10 am-2:29 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$279

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/10

5:25 am-1:05 pm

1 stop9h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/24

2:30 pm-12:19 am

1 stop7h 49m

$296

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/6

6:10 am-12:26 pm

1 stop8h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/8

5:30 am-9:55 pm

1 stop14h 25m

$297

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 4/27

5:15 am-11:27 am

1 stop8h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/2

6:05 am-9:10 pm

1 stop13h 05m

$319

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/11

6:30 am-12:10 pm

1 stop7h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/17

8:45 am-9:50 pm

1 stop11h 05m

$352

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 6/17

10:45 am-11:17 am

2 stops26h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/20

11:32 am-5:41 pm

2 stops28h 09m

$353

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/13

7:45 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/24

1:00 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$391

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/18

4:19 pm-7:35 am

1 stop17h 16m

$117

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/14

6:43 am-12:50 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$120

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Best time to book a flight from Durham to San José

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Durham to San José. Price data was last updated on April 18, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Durham to San José, San José Province is 19 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 Durham to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Durham 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 DU8 to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Durham 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 April 24, 2025.

When flying from Durham to San José, San José Province, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Durham to San José. Price data was last updated on November 10, 2024.

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

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 April 24, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta and Copa Airlines from Durham to San José by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,286 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,286 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,286 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,286 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,411 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,286 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,685 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,286 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,924 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,286 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

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

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO), located 8.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Durham to San José. 8 airlines have flights to Juan Santamaria Intl from Durham on a regular basis. Booking flights from Durham to San José Juan Santamaria Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Durham per day.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Copa Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $117. Users have also found prices from $120 and $135 on American Airlines and Spirit Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Durham 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 8 airlines flying from Durham to San José

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Durham 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 April 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$207Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$248Average$549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$254Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$319Average$603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$327Average$657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$330Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$345Average$589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$357Average$691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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