San José

$76+ Cheap flights from the United States to San José (SJO)

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LAX — SJO
Apr 22 — Apr 291
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Cheap flight deals from USA to San José

Keep the following information in mind while searching for USA to San José flight deals. Data was last updated April 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$162
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$76
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$569

Good round-trip deal

$191 or less

Good one-way deal

$79 or less
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From USA to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
One-way flight from USA to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($47 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($19 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from USA to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.
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Cheapest flights from USA to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This eDestinos 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/1710:39 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 54mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/2712:28 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/17$162
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/2611:04 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop7h 24mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/2811:15 amSJO - LAX
1 stop24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$212
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1010:44 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop7h 29mVolaris Costa Rica
Mon 9/222:37 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop7h 37mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 4/16$213
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1311:49 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop12h 38mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 5/1911:15 amSJO - LAX
1 stop24h 45mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 4/17$221
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 9/12:28 pmMIA - SJO
Nonstop2h 49mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/68:14 amSJO - MIA
Nonstop2h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$226
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.
Sat 8/92:28 pmMIA - SJO
Nonstop2h 49mVolaris Costa Rica
Sat 8/168:14 amSJO - MIA
Nonstop2h 43mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 4/17$227
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/282:28 pmMIA - SJO
Nonstop2h 49mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 8/48:14 amSJO - MIA
Nonstop2h 43mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 4/16$228
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Tue 6/176:11 pmFLL - SJO
1 stop16h 09mCopa Airlines
Tue 6/244:10 amSJO - FLL
1 stop10h 04mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/15$244
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Wed 6/186:11 pmFLL - SJO
1 stop15h 24mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/1012:23 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$247
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Sat 5/175:20 amATL - SJO
1 stop8h 13mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/2412:28 pmSJO - ATL
1 stop8h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/17$251
This Flightnetwork 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/18:30 amMIA - SJO
1 stop7h 24mCopa Airlines
Sun 6/84:10 amSJO - MIA
1 stop8h 26mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/17$268
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Fri 5/169:40 pmMIA - SJO
Nonstop3h 00mAvianca
Mon 5/198:50 amSJO - MIA
Nonstop2h 50mAvianca
Deal found 4/17$269

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Customize your flight search to find flights from USA 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 April 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to San José that are best for you.

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USA

Fly to

San José

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Depart

Return

Price

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 5/17

10:39 am-11:33 am

Nonstop2h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/25

12:28 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop3h 02m

$162

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Tue 8/12

11:47 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop11h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/4

2:37 pm-9:14 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$210

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Wed 9/10

10:44 pm-7:13 am

1 stop7h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/22

2:37 pm-9:14 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$213

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Tue 5/13

11:49 pm-1:27 pm

1 stop12h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/19

11:15 am-11:00 am

1 stop24h 45m

$221

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 6/17

6:11 pm-8:20 am

1 stop16h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/24

4:10 am-4:14 pm

1 stop10h 04m

$244

MiamiSan José

MIA - SJO

MIASJO

Miami

Tue 7/8

9:40 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 7/13

8:14 am-12:57 pm

Nonstop2h 43m

$247

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 6/18

6:11 pm-7:35 am

1 stop15h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/10

12:23 pm-5:24 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$247

MiamiSan José

MIA - SJO

MIASJO

Miami

Sat 7/12

2:28 pm-3:17 pm

Nonstop2h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/26

8:14 am-12:57 pm

Nonstop2h 43m

$249

AtlantaSan José

ATL - SJO

ATLSJO

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 5/17

5:20 am-11:33 am

1 stop8h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/24

12:28 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 57m

$251

MiamiSan José

MIA - SJO

MIASJO

Miami

Sun 6/1

8:30 am-1:54 pm

1 stop7h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 6/8

4:10 am-2:36 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$268

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United States to San José

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from USA 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.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from USA 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 April 17, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from USA to San José, see what other customers have to say about Delta, Alaska Airlines and Southwest. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San José from United States?

    If you book a flight to San José from United States, you will be flying to Juan Santamaria Intl, which is the city’s only airport. San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is located 8.8 mi from the center of San José.

  • How popular is this USA to San José, San José Province flight route?

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from USA to San José, San José Province are Spirit Airlines ($76), Volaris El Salvador ($111), and Arajet ($113).

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

  • What are the most reliable airlines from USA to San José, San José Province?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from USA to San José, San José Province are United Airlines (100%), Alaska Airlines (80%) and Delta (77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from USA to San José, San José Province?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $158. While the most popular route (New York John F Kennedy Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) can be booked for $268 on average our data indicates $897 when flying from USA to San José, San José Province.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from USA 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 10 airlines flying from USA to San José

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from USA 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
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$112Average$230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$125Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$141Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AviancaCheapest$164Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$166Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
DeltaCheapest$174Average$553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$181Average$648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$187Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$187Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
JetBlueCheapest$209Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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