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Cheap flights to San José, Costa Rica from $2,759

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 31/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
BOS — SJO
21 May — 28 May1
1 adult
Tue 21/5
Tue 28/5

Flights to San José, Costa Rica in 2024

Find the latest flights to San José in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 536,630 searches and data was last updated on 16 May 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$3,125

Return from

$2,759
High demand for flights, 8% potential price rise
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Average for return flights in May 2024
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From Sydney Kingsford Smith to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
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Cheap flights to San José, Costa Rica in May & June 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to San José in May and June 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 536,630 searches and data was last updated on 16 May 2024.
The below flights offer some of the lowest fares to San José in May and June 2024. If these prices don't match your budget, be sure to check back soon for more deals.
Fri 31/509:30SYD - SJO
2 stops27h 45mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/611:05SJO - SYD
2 stops27h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/5$2,759
Thu 30/509:30SYD - SJO
2 stops29h 09mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/611:05SJO - SYD
2 stops27h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/5$2,775
Thu 30/511:35SYD - SJO
3 stops44h 05mLATAM Airlines
Thu 6/617:05SJO - SYD
3 stops48h 30mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 14/5$3,167
Sun 16/610:20SYD - SJO
2 stops28h 19mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/707:55SJO - SYD
2 stops31h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/5$3,246
Sun 16/610:20SYD - SJO
2 stops28h 19mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/705:30SJO - SYD
2 stops33h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/5$3,248
Fri 31/511:35SYD - SJO
3 stops44h 05mLATAM Airlines
Thu 6/617:05SJO - SYD
3 stops48h 30mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 14/5$3,282
Fri 31/511:35SYD - SJO
3 stops44h 05mLATAM Airlines
Thu 6/617:05SJO - SYD
2 stops32h 55mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 14/5$3,446
Sun 16/611:35SYD - SJO
3 stops44h 05mLATAM Airlines
Tue 2/717:05SJO - SYD
3 stops48h 25mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 16/5$3,496
Sun 16/611:35SYD - SJO
3 stops44h 05mLATAM Airlines
Tue 2/717:05SJO - SYD
3 stops48h 25mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 16/5$3,498

San José, Costa Rica 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for San José, Costa Rica in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 536,630 searches and data were last updated on 16 May 2024.
Browse some of the best deals on flights to San José in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Fri 31/509:30SYD - SJO
2 stops27h 45mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/611:05SJO - SYD
2 stops27h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/5$2,759
Thu 30/509:30SYD - SJO
2 stops29h 09mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/611:05SJO - SYD
2 stops27h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/5$2,775
Thu 30/511:35SYD - SJO
3 stops44h 05mLATAM Airlines
Thu 6/617:05SJO - SYD
3 stops48h 30mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 14/5$3,167
Sun 16/610:20SYD - SJO
2 stops28h 19mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/707:55SJO - SYD
2 stops31h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/5$3,246
Sun 16/610:20SYD - SJO
2 stops28h 19mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/705:30SJO - SYD
2 stops33h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/5$3,248
Fri 31/511:35SYD - SJO
3 stops44h 05mLATAM Airlines
Thu 6/617:05SJO - SYD
3 stops48h 30mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 14/5$3,282
Fri 31/511:35SYD - SJO
3 stops44h 05mLATAM Airlines
Thu 6/617:05SJO - SYD
2 stops32h 55mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 14/5$3,446
Sun 16/611:35SYD - SJO
3 stops44h 05mLATAM Airlines
Tue 2/717:05SJO - SYD
3 stops48h 25mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 16/5$3,496
Sun 16/611:35SYD - SJO
3 stops44h 05mLATAM Airlines
Tue 2/717:05SJO - SYD
3 stops48h 25mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 16/5$3,498

Find flights to San José within your budget

Locate flights to San José that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 536,630 searches and data was last updated on 16 May 2024.

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Sydney Kingsford SmithSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 31/5

2 stops27h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/6

2 stops27h 50m

$2,759

Sydney Kingsford SmithSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 30/5

2 stops29h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/6

2 stops27h 55m

$2,775

Sydney Kingsford SmithSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 30/5

3 stops44h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/6

3 stops48h 30m

$3,167

Sydney Kingsford SmithSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 16/6

2 stops28h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/7

2 stops31h 05m

$3,246

Sydney Kingsford SmithSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 31/5

3 stops44h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/6

3 stops48h 30m

$3,282

Sydney Kingsford SmithSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 31/5

3 stops44h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/6

2 stops32h 55m

$3,446

Sydney Kingsford SmithSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 16/6

2 stops26h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/7

1 stop24h 20m

$3,805

Sydney Kingsford SmithSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 16/6

2 stops26h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/7

1 stop24h 20m

$3,832

Sydney Kingsford SmithSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 16/6

2 stops34h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/7

1 stop38h 16m

$3,929

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Average price of flights to San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to San José is currently $0 while a return flight costs $3,360. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

Temperature and rainfall in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SJO

Temperature

18 - 21 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, 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 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to San José?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to San José. Price data was last updated on 10 May 2024.
The price you pay for your flight to San José may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 24 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to San José?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to San José. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to San José should consider flying on Tuesday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Friday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.
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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 16 May 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, LATAM Airlines and American Airlines to San José to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
LATAM Airlines
7.6
Good
2,405 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I almost lost my connection flight because of tehe delay, but the worst part was that the crew didn’t help me at all

LATAM Airlines
7.6
Good
2,405 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.6
Good
2,405 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I almost lost my connection flight because of tehe delay, but the worst part was that the crew didn’t help me at all

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,924 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.6
Good
2,405 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I almost lost my connection flight because of tehe delay, but the worst part was that the crew didn’t help me at all

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,514 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.6
Good
2,405 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I almost lost my connection flight because of tehe delay, but the worst part was that the crew didn’t help me at all

  • What does SJO mean?

    This is just an IATA (International Air Transport Association) code. IATA codes are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a SJO flight.

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

    Booking a flight to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is your only option if you intend on flying to San José. It is only a 14.1 km journey from Juan Santamaria Intl to San José’s city centre.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to San José if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to San José on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to San José?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air Canada is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to San José.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in San José?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in San José. One-way flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport typically cost $142, while return flights cost around $548.

  • How much is a return flight to San José?

    A return flight to San José will typically cost around $455, however they can be found for as little as $366.

  • Where does the fastest flight to San José depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to San José, Adelaide offers the quickest one-way flight (26 hours 31 minutes).

  • Does San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    Yes. San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Around Juan Santa María is the closest property to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (0.0 km away from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport).

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