San José

$258+ Cheap flights from Santiago (SCL) to San José (SJO)

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SCL — SJO
Dec 28 — Jan 41
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The best prices from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in November or August, booked 8 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Santiago to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santiago (SCL) 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 December 23, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$394
(Priceline)

One-way from

$258
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$466
Provider with most accurate pricing for Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights.
From Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
One-way flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
High demand for flights, 16% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from Santiago to San José
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This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/253:05 amSCL - SJO
1 stop13h 20mAvianca
Thu 1/24:55 pmSJO - SCL
1 stop9h 15mAvianca
Deal found 12/22$565
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Mon 12/235:24 amSCL - SJO
1 stop16h 27mCopa Airlines
Wed 1/14:09 amSJO - SCL
1 stop13h 10mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/22$652
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Thu 12/268:50 amSCL - SJO
3 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/23:10 pmSJO - SCL
2 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$1,038
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Mon 12/2310:45 pmSCL - SJO
2 stops24h 08mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/211:28 pmSJO - SCL
2 stops30h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$2,374

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SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 3/25

12:45 am-2:10 pm

1 stop16h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/30

2:04 am-2:25 pm

1 stop9h 21m

$394

SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 3/12

1:21 am-1:11 pm

1 stop14h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/19

4:09 am-12:13 am

1 stop17h 04m

$397

SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 5/16

6:10 am-12:20 am

1 stop20h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/21

5:00 pm-2:26 pm

3 stops19h 26m

$505

SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 3/27

8:10 am-3:40 pm

1 stop10h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/8

5:00 pm-3:30 am

1 stop8h 30m

$514

SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 2/24

8:50 am-3:40 pm

1 stop9h 50m

$258

SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 2/8

5:22 am-1:12 pm

1 stop10h 50m

$259

SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 3/29

6:55 am-7:00 pm

2 stops15h 05m

$281

SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 2/23

1:40 am-3:40 pm

2 stops17h 00m

$326

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Deals found on 12/22

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santiago to San José in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 Santiago-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 Santiago-San José, San José Province flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santiago-San José, San José Province flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santiago-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 Santiago-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 Santiago to San José

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santiago to San José. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Santiago to San José, San José Province, you should look to book at least 8 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 Santiago to San José, San José Province?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Santiago 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 December 23, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Santiago to San José, San José Province is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 18% on airfare.

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 December 23, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Santiago to San José, such as Avianca and Copa Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.7
Good
1,710 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Nice staff. Delayed flight and delayed parking upon arrival. Copapass didn't work so I could watch movies. Spent extra money to buy a comfortable seat but ended up being seated with a little kid so noisy while there were still many empty seats around.

7.7
Good
1,710 reviews
7.7
Good
1,710 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Nice staff. Delayed flight and delayed parking upon arrival. Copapass didn't work so I could watch movies. Spent extra money to buy a comfortable seat but ended up being seated with a little kid so noisy while there were still many empty seats around.

7.5
Good
1,865 reviews
7.7
Good
1,710 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Nice staff. Delayed flight and delayed parking upon arrival. Copapass didn't work so I could watch movies. Spent extra money to buy a comfortable seat but ended up being seated with a little kid so noisy while there were still many empty seats around.

7.0
Good
2,651 reviews
7.7
Good
1,710 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Nice staff. Delayed flight and delayed parking upon arrival. Copapass didn't work so I could watch movies. Spent extra money to buy a comfortable seat but ended up being seated with a little kid so noisy while there were still many empty seats around.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santiago to San José, San José Province round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Santiago to San José, San José Province is Avianca. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $394 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Copa Airlines and LATAM Airlines, starting at $397 and $514 round-trip. Avianca is priced at 6% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is LATAM Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $258. However, be on the lookout for offers from Copa Airlines and Avianca, as they are both options that can get you from Santiago to San José, San José Province for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santiago to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Santiago 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 3 airlines flying from Santiago to San José

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santiago 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 December 23, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$268Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$332Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$412Average$541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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