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$866+ Cheap flights to San José

— SJO
9 Oct — 16 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to San José in 2026

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Cheapest flights to San José

Tue 13/1021:25 -
2 stops31h 35m
Mon 26/1006:00 -
2 stops34h 00m
Deal found 9/9$1,956
Thu 29/1011:10 -
2 stops41h 50m
Fri 13/1106:20 -
2 stops33h 40m
Deal found 8/9$2,106
Mon 19/1010:10 -
2 stops27h 11m
Mon 26/1006:00 -
2 stops34h 00m
Deal found 5/9$2,117
Fri 9/1010:10 -
2 stops27h 11m
Tue 10/1114:46 -
2 stops27h 59m
Deal found 6/9$2,149
Thu 8/1010:10 -
2 stops27h 11m
Tue 17/1114:46 -
2 stops27h 59m
Deal found 8/9$2,155
Mon 2/1111:10 -
2 stops29h 30m
Wed 18/1105:35 -
2 stops31h 50m
Deal found 8/9$2,156
Tue 13/1010:20 -
2 stops28h 40m
Mon 26/1008:20 -
3 stops55h 15m
Deal found 9/9$2,160
Tue 20/1014:15 -
2 stops26h 00m
Tue 27/1005:35 -
1 stop31h 50m
Deal found 5/9$2,218
Thu 8/1010:20 -
2 stops28h 40m
Tue 17/1108:45 -
2 stops31h 50m
Deal found 9/9$2,243

Find flight deals to San José

Return from

$1,951

One-way from

$866

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,784
1/3-7/3
  • 1/3-7/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 67h 52m total
  • Sydney to San José
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7/2-31/12
  • 7/2-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 25m total
  • Sydney to San José
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($35 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

SydneySan José

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/10

15:50-20:21

2 stops45h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,383

SydneySan José

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 15/1

08:45-13:57

2 stops46h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,552

SydneySan José

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 9/2

15:50-21:04

2 stops46h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,582

SydneySan José

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/2

22:10-21:04

2 stops39h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,582

SydneySan José

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/10

10:20-19:37

3 stops50h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,671

SydneySan José

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 13/10

21:25-12:00

2 stops31h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 26/10

06:00-09:00

2 stops34h 00m

$1,956

SydneySan José

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 13/2

11:20-18:16

3 stops71h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$2,042

SydneySan José

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 9/2

14:05-13:57

1 stop40h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$2,080
Fastest return journey

SydneySan José

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 1/1

21:00-10:35

2 stops30h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$2,085

SydneySan José

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/10

13:00-14:00

1 stop42h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$2,145

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Everything you need to know about your flight to San José

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

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
10,190 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dawn,Aug 2026

ORD - DEN

I missed my connecting flight because our plane took off ten minutes late and then when we got to the airport another plane was in our shoot waiting to get fueled up and that took 30 minutes so I missed my connecting flight. I asked if I could get off and they assured me the plane would most likely wait for me since they know what time the planes get in because of an app. I was not happy. I had to wait till 7:25 to board the next flight and then that was delayed. Gates changed till 9:20. Terrible
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,190 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,190 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dawn,Aug 2026

ORD - DEN

I missed my connecting flight because our plane took off ten minutes late and then when we got to the airport another plane was in our shoot waiting to get fueled up and that took 30 minutes so I missed my connecting flight. I asked if I could get off and they assured me the plane would most likely wait for me since they know what time the planes get in because of an app. I was not happy. I had to wait till 7:25 to board the next flight and then that was delayed. Gates changed till 9:20. Terrible
American Airlines
7.1
Good
12,045 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,190 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dawn,Aug 2026

ORD - DEN

I missed my connecting flight because our plane took off ten minutes late and then when we got to the airport another plane was in our shoot waiting to get fueled up and that took 30 minutes so I missed my connecting flight. I asked if I could get off and they assured me the plane would most likely wait for me since they know what time the planes get in because of an app. I was not happy. I had to wait till 7:25 to board the next flight and then that was delayed. Gates changed till 9:20. Terrible

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 $250, while return flights cost around $800.

  • 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 (21 hours 2 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 Maria is the closest property to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (0.0 km away from San José Juan Santamaria Intl).

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