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$871+ 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 15/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— SJO
16 Nov — 23 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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 17 October 2025.

Return from

$2,023

One-way from

$821

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$2,784
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 10/2-24/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 60h 55m total
  • Sydney to San José
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15/1
  • 15/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 34h 07m total
  • Sydney to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($303 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($47 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 17 October 2025.

Tue 30/1211:20SYD - SJO
2 stops50h 41mAmerican Airlines
Fri 16/113:34SJO - SYD
2 stops50h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 16/10$2,114
Sat 29/1117:45SYD - SJO
1 stop22h 43mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1201:30SJO - SYD
1 stop38h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/10$2,183
Mon 29/1211:20SYD - SJO
2 stops52h 25mAmerican Airlines
Fri 16/108:00SJO - SYD
2 stops56h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 16/10$2,220
Mon 29/1211:20SYD - SJO
2 stops52h 25mAmerican Airlines
Thu 15/108:00SJO - SYD
2 stops32h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 16/10$2,326
Tue 30/1214:10SYD - SJO
2 stops26h 49mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/101:16SJO - SYD
2 stops42h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/10$2,540
Sat 29/1111:20SYD - SJO
2 stops29h 08mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/1207:00SJO - SYD
2 stops33h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 14/10$2,657
Tue 30/1211:20SYD - SJO
2 stops50h 41mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/106:00SJO - SYD
2 stops34h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 16/10$2,671
Mon 29/1211:20SYD - SJO
2 stops52h 25mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/106:38SJO - SYD
2 stops33h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 16/10$2,778
Sun 28/1211:20SYD - SJO
2 stops23h 56mUnited Airlines
Tue 13/108:45SJO - SYD
2 stops55h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/10$2,850

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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

14:55-09:00

2 stops49h 05m

$2,108

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/2

11:20-23:43

2 stops29h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 18/2

08:05-09:00

2 stops31h 55m

$2,116

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 29/11

17:45-23:28

1 stop22h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/12

01:30-09:00

1 stop38h 30m

$2,183

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/3

11:20-00:05

2 stops53h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 16/3

07:50-08:35

3 stops55h 45m

$2,456

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/2

16:20-21:02

3 stops45h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 18/2

15:50-06:55

3 stops46h 05m

$2,633

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 29/11

11:20-23:28

2 stops29h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/12

07:00-09:00

2 stops33h 00m

$2,657

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/2

11:20-08:50

3 stops38h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 17/2

01:45-09:35

3 stops38h 50m

$2,730

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 4/4

10:30-05:30

1 stop36h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 17/4

13:30-06:55

2 stops49h 25m

$2,830

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/2

11:50-20:39

1 stop25h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 18/2

08:45-07:00

1 stop29h 15m

$2,836

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 15/2

14:10-07:17

3 stops34h 07m

$871

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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 17 October 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
8,982 reviews
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Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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
8,982 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
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Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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
11,043 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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 $162, while return flights cost around $514.

  • How much is a return flight to San José?

    A return flight to San José will typically cost around $335, however they can be found for as little as $334.

  • 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 15 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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