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$183+ Cheap flights from Santiago (SCL) 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 5/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SCL — SJO
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in November or August, booked 23 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 April 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$343
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$183
(LATAM Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$391
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Cheapest flights from Santiago to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santiago to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/197:30 amSCL - SJO
1 stop10h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/24:45 pmSJO - SCL
1 stop18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$343
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Wed 4/2312:19 amSCL - SJO
1 stop10h 47mCopa Airlines
Fri 5/98:46 amSJO - SCL
1 stop12h 22mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/17$352
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/305:55 amSCL - SJO
1 stop10h 10mAvianca
Thu 6/51:40 amSJO - SCL
1 stop9h 45mAvianca
Deal found 4/17$383
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/117:20 amSCL - SJO
1 stop10h 15mLATAM Airlines
Sat 8/165:00 pmSJO - SCL
1 stop17h 25mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/17$390
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 11/310:45 pmSCL - SJO
2 stops60h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/99:30 amSJO - SCL
3 stops44h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,511
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/102:55 pmSCL - SJO
2 stops53h 35mBritish Airways
Sun 8/177:00 amSJO - SCL
2 stops46h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/16$2,656

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santiago to San José that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 5/19

7:30 am-3:35 pm

1 stop10h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/2

4:45 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop18h 40m

$343

SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 5/23

11:28 am-6:59 pm

1 stop9h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 6/1

5:52 am-11:08 pm

1 stop15h 16m

$353

SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 5/30

5:55 am-2:05 pm

1 stop10h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/5

1:40 am-1:25 pm

1 stop9h 45m

$383

SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 8/11

7:20 am-3:35 pm

1 stop10h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/16

5:00 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$390

SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 8/10

2:55 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops53h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/17

7:00 am-7:35 am

2 stops46h 35m

$2,656

SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 5/23

7:45 am-3:35 pm

1 stop9h 50m

$183

SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 5/23

2:30 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop11h 00m

$198

SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 8/4

12:23 am-7:35 am

1 stop9h 12m

$201

SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 5/22

12:35 am-3:35 pm

2 stops17h 00m

$327

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Deals found on 4/16

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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 April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Santiago-San José, San José Province flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >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 eDreams the most. eDreams 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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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santiago to San José

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 April 11, 2025.

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 23 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 April 17, 2025.

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 April 17, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Santiago to San José, such as Copa Airlines, LATAM Airlines and Avianca. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,409 reviews

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

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
1,409 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,409 reviews

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

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.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,761 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,409 reviews

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

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
6.7
Okay
2,315 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,409 reviews

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

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.
British Airways
6.6
Okay
6,767 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,409 reviews

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

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.

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 Copa Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $353 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Avianca and LATAM Airlines, starting at $383 and $390 round-trip. Copa Airlines is priced at 14% 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 $183. However, be on the lookout for offers from Avianca and Copa Airlines, 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 April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$268Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$346Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$387Average$583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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