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$1,393+ Cheap flights to San José

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 6/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— SJO
24 Aug — 31 Aug1
1 adult

Flights to San José, Costa Rica in 2025

Find the latest flights to San José in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 19 August 2025.

Return from

$1,992

One-way from

$1,393

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$2,713
4/10-19/10
  • 4/10-19/10
  • 6 total stops
  • 62h 51m total
  • Sydney to San José
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6/12
  • 6/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 33h 40m total
  • Sydney to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($559 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($97 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in August 2025
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Cheapest flights to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available to San José. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 19 August 2025.

Sun 24/813:15SYD - SJO
3 stops34h 13mMultiple Airlines
Sat 30/814:37SJO - SYD
3 stops29h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/8$1,875
Sat 4/1013:45SYD - SJO
3 stops33h 43mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/1014:37SJO - SYD
3 stops29h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/8$1,992
Sun 24/809:10SYD - SJO
2 stops27h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sat 30/807:25SJO - SYD
2 stops31h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 18/8$2,137
Wed 1/1009:10SYD - SJO
2 stops24h 47mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/1006:44SJO - SYD
2 stops32h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 17/8$2,139
Mon 1/909:10SYD - SJO
2 stops44h 30mAmerican Airlines
Mon 15/906:00SJO - SYD
2 stops33h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 19/8$2,674
Fri 3/1009:10SYD - SJO
2 stops25h 01mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/1006:00SJO - SYD
2 stops33h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 18/8$2,696
Mon 1/910:20SYD - SJO
1 stop36h 55mUnited Airlines
Mon 15/908:37SJO - SYD
1 stop30h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/8$2,849
Wed 1/1010:20SYD - SJO
1 stop36h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/1008:37SJO - SYD
2 stops54h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/8$2,850

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 4/10

13:45-07:28

3 stops33h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 19/10

14:37-12:45

3 stops29h 08m

$1,992

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/2

11:15-20:02

2 stops25h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 24/2

07:00-09:00

2 stops33h 00m

$2,117

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 1/10

09:10-17:57

2 stops24h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/10

06:44-08:05

2 stops32h 21m

$2,139

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 4/10

09:10-17:57

2 stops24h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 19/10

06:00-08:05

2 stops33h 05m

$2,139

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/2

11:15-23:00

2 stops28h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/2

14:47-11:35

2 stops27h 48m

$2,174

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/2

11:20-23:15

3 stops52h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/2

08:35-09:35

2 stops32h 00m

$2,546

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 16/1

11:20-23:53

2 stops29h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 23/1

16:13-09:05

2 stops47h 52m

$2,600

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 6/12

16:00-08:40

3 stops33h 40m

$1,393

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 24/12

14:00-07:33

3 stops58h 33m

$1,532

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 15/12

17:45-23:40

3 stops46h 55m

$1,770

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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 from Sydney to San José. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

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 47 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 19 August 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Qantas Airways, United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines to Costa Rica. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
896 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
896 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
896 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,922 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
896 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
896 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.

FAQs about flying to San José

  • 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, American Airlines 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 is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in San José. One-way flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl typically cost $162, while return flights cost around $1,367.

  • How much is a return flight to San José?

    A return flight to San José will typically cost around $887, however they can be found for as little as $886.

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

    For those looking to save time traveling to San José, Sydney Kingsford Smith offers the quickest one-way flight (25 hours 49 minutes).

  • Does San José Juan Santamaria Intl have car hire?

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

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

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

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