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$82+ Cheap flights from the United States to San José (SJO)

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LAX — SJO
Mar 13 — Mar 201
Thu 3/13
Thu 3/20
1 adult, Economy
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September

Average price

$464

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Cheapest flights from USA to San José
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This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/2510:56 pmFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 54mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/812:26 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/6$175
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Mon 4/146:11 pmFLL - SJO
1 stop17h 49mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/2112:55 amSJO - FLL
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$226
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Sat 4/266:11 pmFLL - SJO
1 stop16h 10mCopa Airlines
Mon 4/284:10 amSJO - FLL
1 stop10h 04mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/7$242
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Sat 4/2610:15 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 56mJetBlue
Wed 4/301:00 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 03mJetBlue
Deal found 3/5$244
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Mon 3/315:35 amLAX - SJO
2 stops28h 46mSpirit Airlines
Fri 4/412:26 pmSJO - LAX
2 stops19h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/7$244
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Tue 4/19:40 pmMIA - SJO
Nonstop3h 00mAvianca
Tue 4/88:25 amSJO - MIA
Nonstop2h 50mAvianca
Deal found 3/7$245
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Tue 4/11:24 pmLAX - SJO
2 stops20h 26mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/83:31 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop19h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Tue 4/19:53 pmATL - SJO
1 stop14h 57mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/712:50 amSJO - ATL
2 stops10h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$249
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Wed 3/268:05 amATL - SJO
1 stop28h 20mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/211:55 amSJO - ATL
1 stop17h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/7$250
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Thu 4/106:20 amMIA - SJO
1 stop5h 40mCopa Airlines
Sat 5/106:07 pmSJO - MIA
1 stop5h 31mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/6$250
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Thu 5/112:35 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop20h 39mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 5/511:15 amSJO - LAX
1 stop24h 45mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 3/6$252
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Tue 4/299:40 pmMIA - SJO
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/92:53 pmSJO - MIA
1 stop5h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$271

Find flights from USA to San José within your budget

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 March 8, 2025.

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Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 3/25

10:56 pm-11:50 pm

Nonstop2h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/7

12:50 am-5:50 am

Nonstop3h 00m

$175

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 4/8

6:11 pm-8:21 am

1 stop16h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/23

8:09 am-4:14 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$220

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 4/14

6:11 pm-10:00 am

1 stop17h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/21

12:55 am-5:50 am

Nonstop2h 55m

$226

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 4/26

10:15 am-11:11 am

Nonstop2h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/30

1:00 pm-6:03 pm

Nonstop3h 03m

$244

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Mon 3/31

5:35 am-11:21 am

2 stops28h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/4

12:26 pm-7:03 am

2 stops19h 37m

$244

MiamiSan José

MIA - SJO

MIASJO

Miami

Tue 4/1

9:40 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/8

8:25 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$245

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Tue 4/1

1:24 pm-10:50 am

2 stops20h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/8

3:31 pm-10:09 am

1 stop19h 38m

$247

AtlantaSan José

ATL - SJO

ATLSJO

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 4/1

9:53 pm-10:50 am

1 stop14h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/7

12:50 am-1:48 pm

2 stops10h 58m

$249

MiamiSan José

MIA - SJO

MIASJO

Miami

Thu 4/10

6:20 am-6:49 pm

1 stop14h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/16

8:46 am-10:37 pm

1 stop11h 51m

$250

AtlantaSan José

ATL - SJO

ATLSJO

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 3/26

8:05 am-10:25 am

1 stop28h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/2

11:55 am-7:05 am

1 stop17h 10m

$250

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Travel insights for flights from USA to San José

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

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 March 8, 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 March 8, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from USA to San José, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and Alaska Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,314 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,314 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,314 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,024 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,314 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,716 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,314 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,448 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,314 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from USA to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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?

    Flights from United States to San José Juan Santamaria Intl have been viewed 44 times in the past calendar month.

  • 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 ($82), Copa Airlines ($103), and JetBlue ($109).

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

    The most popular flight routes from USA to San José, San José Province are Newark - San José Juan Santamaria Intl, New York John F Kennedy Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl and Los Angeles - San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

  • 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 (91%), American Airlines (87%) and Delta (80%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $141. While the most popular route (Newark - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) can be booked for $215 on average our data indicates $1,140 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 March 8, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$112Average$221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$154Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air CanadaCheapest$166Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$167Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$174Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$181Average$655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
VolarisCheapest$182Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$189Average$549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$203Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AviancaCheapest$211Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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