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Cheap flights from Sydney to San José from $1,069

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 28/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — SJO
21 Dec — 28 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 November 2025.

Wed 17/1211:20SYD - SJO
2 stops26h 19mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/114:20SJO - SYD
2 stops47h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/11$3,328
Tue 16/1211:20SYD - SJO
2 stops42h 22mUnited Airlines
Tue 23/1206:30SJO - SYD
2 stops33h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/11$3,335
Tue 16/1206:00SYD - SJO
2 stops34h 48mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/1201:30SJO - SYD
1 stop36h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/11$3,341
Wed 17/1217:45SYD - SJO
2 stops33h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/116:02SJO - SYD
2 stops47h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 20/11$3,387

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to San José (SJO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,035

One-way from

$1,262

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$2,914
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 10/2-24/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 60h 55m total
  • Sydney to San José
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31/3
  • 31/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 20m total
  • Sydney to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($516 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($74 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney to San José that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2025.
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Price

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/2

11:20-23:15

2 stops28h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 24/2

08:35-09:35

2 stops32h 00m

$2,035

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/2

11:20-13:54

2 stops43h 34m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 24/2

07:45-09:00

2 stops32h 15m

$2,112

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/2

11:20-08:32

2 stops38h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 24/2

14:20-07:00

1 stop23h 40m

$2,846

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 17/12

11:50-20:39

1 stop25h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/1

14:20-06:20

2 stops47h 00m

$3,328

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/2

17:30-13:54

3 stops37h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 24/2

07:45-07:25

2 stops30h 40m

$3,348

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 17/12

14:05-21:11

1 stop24h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/1

16:02-09:00

2 stops47h 58m

$3,387

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 28/1

06:00-23:59

3 stops34h 59m

$1,069

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 27/1

21:15-23:59

3 stops43h 44m

$1,069

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 30/1

21:30-23:59

3 stops43h 29m

$1,083

SydneySan José

SYD - SJO

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 29/1

07:00-23:59

3 stops33h 59m

$1,083

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to San José

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to San José

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to San José?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to San José (average of $2,106). Flying from Sydney to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,772). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SYD to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 November 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Sydney to San José is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 28% on airfare.

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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 21 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Sydney to San José. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,028 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

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
9,028 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,028 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

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
11,047 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,028 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

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!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to San José?

    There are many flights that can get you from Sydney to San José in 28h 55m. Fly via Air Canada, American Airlines, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Sydney to San José is about 13792 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to San José round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San José, with prices starting at $2,147. Another option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $2,696 round trip. These flights start at 23% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to San José that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to San José flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to San José?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to San José.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to San José?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to San José by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to San José?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to San José (average of $2,106). Flying from Sydney to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,772). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Sydney to San José

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Sydney to San José. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$2,147Average$2,620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$2,696Average$2,865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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