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$88+ Cheap flights from Michigan to San José (SJO)

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DTW — SJO
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
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Round-trip from

$325
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$88
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

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April

Average price

$607
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Cheapest flights from Michigan to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Michigan to San José. 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 2/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/255:42 pmDTW - SJO
1 stop8h 08mSpirit Airlines
Sat 4/511:55 amSJO - DTW
1 stop8h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$325
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/15:45 pmORD - SJO
1 stop17h 39mSpirit Airlines
Tue 3/1812:50 amSJO - ORD
2 stops17h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$327
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.
Mon 3/247:25 amMDW - SJO
2 stops28h 56mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/111:55 amSJO - MDW
1 stop10h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$331
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/2412:48 amORD - SJO
1 stop13h 09mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/51:50 amSJO - ORD
1 stop14h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$332
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.
Sat 3/298:48 pmDTW - SJO
1 stop16h 33mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/511:55 amSJO - DTW
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$335
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/910:58 amFNT - SJO
1 stop14h 56mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/1512:23 pmSJO - FNT
1 stop19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$386
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/2811:44 amORD - SJO
1 stop10h 04mJetBlue
Tue 3/411:44 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop10h 59mJetBlue
Deal found 2/19$431
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/249:55 amGRR - SJO
1 stop26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/18:09 amSJO - GRR
2 stops12h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$432
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.
Sat 3/153:09 pmORD - SJO
1 stop17h 25mCopa Airlines
Thu 3/205:51 amSJO - ORD
1 stop17h 36mCopa Airlines
Deal found 2/20$436
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Fri 2/281:35 pmORD - SJO
1 stop19h 45mAvianca
Mon 3/32:15 amSJO - ORD
1 stop10h 00mAvianca
Deal found 2/19$460
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.
Mon 4/287:50 amMDW - SJO
2 stops12h 50mSouthwest
Tue 5/131:10 pmSJO - MDW
1 stop8h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$519
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/612:44 pmMDW - SJO
1 stop9h 28mDelta
Sat 3/82:19 pmSJO - MDW
1 stop8h 01mDelta
Deal found 2/19$520

Find flights from Michigan to San José within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Michigan 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.

Fly from

Michigan

Fly to

San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/30

5:10 am-10:24 am

1 stop7h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/5

12:55 am-9:12 pm

1 stop18h 17m

$323

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/1

5:45 pm-11:24 am

1 stop17h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/18

12:50 am-6:56 pm

2 stops17h 06m

$327

ChicagoSan José

MDW - SJO

MDWSJO

Chicago Midway

Mon 3/24

7:25 am-11:21 am

2 stops28h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/1

11:55 am-11:24 pm

1 stop10h 29m

$331

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/6

5:10 am-11:18 am

1 stop7h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/16

1:41 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop8h 51m

$331

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/12

6:35 am-6:55 pm

2 stops14h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/19

12:26 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop8h 58m

$335

Grand RapidsSan José

GRR - SJO

GRRSJO

Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

Mon 5/12

4:13 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop22h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/2

1:41 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop26h 54m

$376

FlintSan José

FNT - SJO

FNTSJO

Flint Bishop

Wed 4/9

10:58 am-11:54 pm

1 stop14h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/15

12:23 pm-10:08 am

1 stop19h 45m

$386

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/2

8:30 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop25h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/7

8:55 am-9:36 am

1 stop23h 41m

$428

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/28

11:44 am-9:48 pm

1 stop10h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/4

11:44 pm-10:43 am

1 stop10h 59m

$431

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/15

3:09 pm-7:34 am

1 stop17h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/20

5:51 am-12:27 am

1 stop17h 36m

$436

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Travel insights for flights from Michigan to San José

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Michigan 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.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Michigan to San José, San José Province as you normally would.

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.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and Alaska Airlines from Michigan to San José to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

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

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

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
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

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
9,692 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

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.

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

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

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
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

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 Michigan 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 Michigan?

    Located just 8.8 mi from the city center, San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San José from Michigan.

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

    $88 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air Canada and JetBlue, with prices starting from $193 and $201, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Michigan to San José, San José Province?

    The most popular route from Michigan to San José, San José Province is Chicago O'Hare Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl. You may also consider Chicago Midway - San José Juan Santamaria Intl or Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Michigan 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$265Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$423Average$799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$424Average$848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$471Average$683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$512Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SouthwestCheapest$527Average$833FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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