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$125+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to San José (SJO)

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RIC — SJO
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Richmond Byrd Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in September or May, booked 27 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$342
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$125
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$560
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to San José
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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.
Thu 3/279:41 pmRIC - SJO
1 stop14h 44mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/912:23 pmSJO - RIC
1 stop9h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$344
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.
Thu 3/279:41 pmRIC - SJO
1 stop14h 44mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/98:46 amSJO - RIC
2 stops13h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$347
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/2012:52 pmRIC - SJO
2 stops11h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/256:03 amSJO - RIC
1 stop15h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$412
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/77:05 amRIC - SJO
1 stop5h 56mJetBlue
Mon 4/1412:01 pmSJO - RIC
1 stop8h 38mJetBlue
Deal found 2/20$426
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 3/267:13 amRIC - SJO
2 stops14h 26mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/87:55 amSJO - RIC
2 stops11h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$447
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.
Mon 2/248:20 pmRIC - SJO
2 stops20h 36mCopa Airlines
Tue 2/254:09 amSJO - RIC
2 stops14h 17mCopa Airlines
Deal found 2/20$568
This Trip.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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/166:18 amRIC - SJO
2 stops28h 22mAvianca
Tue 4/221:55 amSJO - RIC
2 stops17h 15mAvianca
Deal found 2/20$994

Find flights from Richmond to San José within your budget

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RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 3/27

9:41 pm-10:25 am

1 stop14h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/9

12:23 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop9h 32m

$344

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 3/27

9:41 pm-10:25 am

1 stop14h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/9

8:46 am-11:55 pm

2 stops13h 09m

$347

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 5/20

12:52 pm-10:17 pm

2 stops11h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/25

6:03 am-11:32 pm

1 stop15h 29m

$412

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 4/7

7:05 am-11:01 am

1 stop5h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/14

12:01 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop8h 38m

$426

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 3/26

7:13 am-7:39 pm

2 stops14h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/8

7:55 am-9:10 pm

2 stops11h 15m

$447

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 4/16

6:18 am-8:40 am

2 stops28h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/22

1:55 am-9:10 pm

2 stops17h 15m

$994

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 4/15

6:00 am-12:26 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$125

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 4/14

5:15 am-11:18 am

1 stop8h 03m

$133

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 4/12

11:07 am-1:19 pm

2 stops28h 12m

$151

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 3/1

5:45 am-7:34 am

2 stops26h 49m

$173

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Compare providers for flights from Richmond to San José

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Richmond 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

*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 Richmond-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 Richmond-San José, San José Province flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Richmond-San José, San José Province flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-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 Richmond-San José, San José Province flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Richmond to San José

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Travel insights for flights from Richmond to San José

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

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

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

Booking 27 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Richmond to San José, San José Province. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond 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.

It’s typically best to fly out from Richmond to San José, San José Province in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 30% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Copa Airlines, JetBlue and United Airlines from Richmond to San José by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,070 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

Avianca
6.8
Okay
2,435 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Richmond 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 $342. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $427 and $492, respectively. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 37% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Richmond to San José, San José Province are United Airlines ($125), Spirit Airlines ($133), and American Airlines ($151).

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Richmond 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$239Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$327Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$346Average$617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$361Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$412Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$480Average$780FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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