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$92+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 4/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — SJO
févr. 25 — mars 41
mar. 2/25
mar. 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Philadelphia to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 février 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$324
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$92
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$593
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on février 20, 2025.

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.
sam. 3/18:30 pmPHL - SJO
2 stops14h 30mMultiple Airlines
mer. 3/1212:26 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop8h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$324
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 3/56:38 pmPHL - SJO
3 stops41h 41mSpirit Airlines
mer. 3/1212:26 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop18h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$325

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Philadelphia

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San José

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PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

sam. 3/1

8:30 pm-10:00 am

2 stops14h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mer. 3/12

12:26 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$324

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

mer. 3/5

6:38 pm-11:19 am

3 stops41h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mer. 3/12

12:26 pm-8:58 am

1 stop18h 32m

$325

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

mer. 4/30

8:44 pm-10:24 am

1 stop15h 40m

$92

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

mar. 4/8

1:23 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops12h 27m

$125

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

jeu. 4/17

5:46 pm-12:12 am

3 stops32h 26m

$582

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Deals found on 2/19

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Philadelphia to San José in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Philadelphia-San José, San José Province flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Philadelphia-San José, San José Province flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Philadelphia-San José, San José Province flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia to San José

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Philadelphia to San José, San José Province, you should look to book at least 68 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 février 20, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Philadelphia to San José, San José Province is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 35% on airfare.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Philadelphia to San José, San José Province flight should consider departing on Thursday 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 février 20, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,013 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Philadelphia to San José, San José Province round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Philadelphia to San José, San José Province round-trip from $325. Spirit Airlines is priced at 40% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    Philadelphia to San José, San José Province flights have a layover in Miami most often. Philadelphia to San José, San José Province flights stop in Fort Lauderdale the next most.

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

    Wynwood Art District, Bayfront Park, and Bayside Marketplace are currently the most popular points of interest in Miami at the moment. Those on a layover in Miami interested in visiting Wynwood Art District, Bayfront Park, or Bayside Marketplace can do so by traveling 5.5 mi, 6.4 mi, and 6.4 mi, respectively from Miami. Those on a layover in Miami in need of a rental car can book one at Miami for about $25.

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

    Most Fort Lauderdale visitors opt to spend their time at Las Olas Beach, Port Everglades, and Fort Lauderdale Beach Park. Las Olas Beach, Port Everglades, and Fort Lauderdale Beach Park can be visited by traveling about 4.1 mi, 2.1 mi, and 4.2 mi respectively from Fort Lauderdale. Those on a layover in Fort Lauderdale in need of a rental car can book one at Fort Lauderdale for about $26.

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

    Philadelphia to San José, San José Province flights have a layover in Orlando the least frequently.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Philadelphia 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 7 airlines flying from Philadelphia to San José

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia 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 février 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$168Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$260Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$326Average$578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$392Average$634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$408Average$625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$512Average$673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$586Average$878FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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