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$692+ 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 15/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— SJO
12 Oct — 19 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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 12 September 2025.

Return from

$1,472

One-way from

$692

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$2,821
27/10-2/11
  • 27/10-2/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 68h 11m total
  • Sydney to San José
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15/10
  • 15/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 10m total
  • Sydney to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($527 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($92 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 12 September 2025.

Mon 27/1014:15SYD - SJO
2 stops26h 36mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/1101:55SJO - SYD
2 stops41h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$1,472
Sun 26/1014:15SYD - SJO
2 stops26h 36mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/1102:00SJO - SYD
2 stops41h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$1,722
Sat 25/1018:45SYD - SJO
2 stops29h 43mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/1114:37SJO - SYD
2 stops25h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/9$1,740
Sat 11/1018:45SYD - SJO
2 stops55h 19mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/1006:10SJO - SYD
2 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$1,782

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Sydney

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/10

17:45-23:51

1 stop23h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/11

13:35-07:25

2 stops48h 50m

$1,665

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 25/10

10:10-07:28

2 stops38h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/11

14:37-09:00

2 stops25h 23m

$1,785

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/2

11:15-23:00

1 stop28h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 23/2

02:26-09:00

1 stop37h 34m

$1,817

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/2

11:15-21:30

2 stops27h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 24/2

06:34-09:00

2 stops33h 26m

$2,095

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 25/10

13:10-18:16

1 stop46h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/11

12:26-09:00

2 stops27h 34m

$2,096

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 25/11

21:30-23:28

3 stops42h 58m

$1,080

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 22/11

14:30-07:17

3 stops33h 47m

$1,178

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 19/11

17:45-00:38

1 stop23h 53m

$1,206

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 24/11

17:45-15:50

2 stops39h 05m

$1,285

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 23/11

12:35-13:36

3 stops42h 01m

$1,288

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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 29 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 12 September 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
905 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Comfort

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
905 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
905 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Comfort

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
8,937 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
905 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Comfort

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
905 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Comfort

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 $158, while return flights cost around $1,335.

  • 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 29 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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