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$1,175+ 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 15/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— SJO
13 Dec — 20 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to San José 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 13 November 2025.

Return from

$2,105

One-way from

$1,175

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$2,886
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 10/2-24/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 24m total
  • Sydney to San José
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15/4
  • 15/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 27m total
  • Sydney to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($329 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($48 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in November 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 13 November 2025.

Sat 27/1211:50SYD - SJO
1 stop25h 49mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/107:30SJO - SYD
2 stops54h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/11$2,979
Wed 17/1214:05SYD - SJO
1 stop24h 06mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/116:01SJO - SYD
2 stops47h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$3,375
Fri 26/1212:10SYD - SJO
2 stops35h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/106:40SJO - SYD
2 stops33h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/11$3,377
Sat 27/1214:05SYD - SJO
1 stop25h 40mBritish Airways
Fri 2/100:34SJO - SYD
2 stops37h 51mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/11$3,541
Sat 27/1214:05SYD - SJO
1 stop25h 40mAmerican Airlines
Fri 2/100:34SJO - SYD
1 stop37h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/11$3,542
Fri 26/1211:45SYD - SJO
2 stops28h 00mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/100:34SJO - SYD
1 stop37h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/11$3,559

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/3

11:20-20:30

2 stops26h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 14/3

08:55-09:00

2 stops31h 05m

$2,105

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/2

11:20-19:44

2 stops25h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 24/2

07:00-09:00

2 stops33h 00m

$2,105

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/2

12:10-08:32

1 stop37h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 24/2

12:35-07:00

1 stop25h 25m

$2,831

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 25/12

11:50-18:16

1 stop23h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

12:35-07:00

1 stop25h 25m

$2,834

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/4

13:15-23:42

2 stops26h 27m

$1,175

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 4/5

13:15-07:17

3 stops34h 02m

$1,212

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 26/2

11:20-00:05

2 stops29h 45m

$1,443

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 16/12

14:00-23:48

2 stops26h 48m

$1,910

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 26/2

11:50-18:16

1 stop23h 26m

$2,232

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 16/12

12:10-08:32

1 stop37h 22m

$2,708

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What are the cheapest airlines that fly to San José?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to San José are American Airlines and United Airlines.

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 13 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines and American Airlines to Costa Rica. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,017 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Patti,Feb 2025

FCO - EWR

The food was inedible! We are in the food business and aren’t sure who got this contract. But prisoners eat better. The food was so bad. I ate just a small amount and it made me nauseous. Everything is over microwaved too. And what is with the options? Vegan and vegetarian, but no keto or carnivore? I get that may be more expensive. But I’d gladly pay if it even was an option. But it’s not. There are many fresh options that could have been offered that don’t have to be heated too!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,017 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,017 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Patti,Feb 2025

FCO - EWR

The food was inedible! We are in the food business and aren’t sure who got this contract. But prisoners eat better. The food was so bad. I ate just a small amount and it made me nauseous. Everything is over microwaved too. And what is with the options? Vegan and vegetarian, but no keto or carnivore? I get that may be more expensive. But I’d gladly pay if it even was an option. But it’s not. There are many fresh options that could have been offered that don’t have to be heated too!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,051 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,017 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Patti,Feb 2025

FCO - EWR

The food was inedible! We are in the food business and aren’t sure who got this contract. But prisoners eat better. The food was so bad. I ate just a small amount and it made me nauseous. Everything is over microwaved too. And what is with the options? Vegan and vegetarian, but no keto or carnivore? I get that may be more expensive. But I’d gladly pay if it even was an option. But it’s not. There are many fresh options that could have been offered that don’t have to be heated too!

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, 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 is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in San José. One-way flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl typically cost $161, while return flights cost around $511.

  • How much is a return flight to San José?

    A return flight to San José will typically cost around $512, however they can be found for as little as $511.

  • 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 (22 hours 26 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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