Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Denver and San José?

Panama City (PTY) was the most common stop: 41% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Denver Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl?

Viva, Southwest, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Denver Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Denver to San José?

Flights connecting via Houston (IAH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 7h 27m.

What airlines fly to San José?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Copa Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San José from Denver according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San José. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to San José on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Denver to San José?

Houston (IAH) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 56m.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Denver to San José?

Flights via Panama City (PTY) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $464.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Denver Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Denver Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Denver Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

As of May 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Denver Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Denver Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Denver Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Denver and San José?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $588 to $416. The lowest price recently found on this route was $433.

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3:15 pm - 8:30 am

DEN

SJO

17h 15m

2 stops

7:45 am - 6:20 pm

SJO

DEN

10h 35m

1 stop

$433Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30

3:20 pm - 1:15 am

DEN

SJO

9h 55m

1 stop

2:20 am - 1:50 pm

SJO

DEN

11h 30m

1 stop

$434Viva

Sat, Jul 4 - Sat, Jul 11

10:00 am - 8:20 am

DEN

SJO

22h 20m

2 stops

2:15 am - 1:50 pm

SJO

DEN

11h 35m

1 stop

$435Multiple Airlines

Sat, Aug 29 - Mon, Sep 7

9:38 pm - 1:22 pm

DEN

SJO

14h 44m

1 stop

2:54 pm - 5:16 pm

SJO

DEN

27h 22m

1 stop

$436Copa Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11

9:10 pm - 10:11 am

DEN

SJO

13h 01m

1 stop

6:40 am - 12:14 pm

SJO

DEN

5h 34mnonstop

$438United Airlines

Fri, Jul 3 - Sat, Jul 11

3:20 pm - 1:15 am

DEN

SJO

9h 55m

1 stop

2:20 am - 1:50 pm

SJO

DEN

11h 30m

1 stop

$439Viva

Sat, Jul 4 - Sat, Jul 11

3:20 pm - 1:15 am

DEN

SJO

9h 55m

1 stop

2:20 am - 1:50 pm

SJO

DEN

11h 30m

1 stop

$440Viva

Sat, Jul 25 - Fri, Jul 31

6:30 am - 8:20 am

DEN

SJO

25h 50m

2 stops

2:20 am - 1:50 pm

SJO

DEN

11h 30m

1 stop

$442Multiple Airlines

Sat, Aug 15 - Fri, Aug 21

3:55 pm - 9:15 pm

DEN

SJO

5h 20mnonstop

11:13 am - 11:57 pm

SJO

DEN

12h 44m

1 stop

$444United Airlines

Fri, May 29 - Thu, Jun 4

10:42 pm - 12:21 pm

DEN

SJO

13h 39m

1 stop

4:08 am - 6:20 pm

SJO

DEN

14h 12m

1 stop

$447Copa Airlines

Mon, Jul 6 - Thu, Jul 16

Copa Airlines flights from Denver to San José

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Copa Airlines

Nov 4

DEN9:38 pmDenver Intl

14h 44m

1 stop

SJO1:22 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Nov 11

SJO2:54 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

27h 22m

1 stop

DEN5:16 pmDenver Intl

$436

Copa Airlines

Jul 6

DEN10:42 pmDenver Intl

13h 39m

1 stop

SJO12:21 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Jul 16

SJO4:08 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

14h 12m

1 stop

DEN6:20 pmDenver Intl

$447

Copa Airlines

Jul 4

DEN10:42 pmDenver Intl

13h 39m

1 stop

SJO12:21 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Jul 12

SJO6:17 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

24h 03m

1 stop

DEN6:20 pmDenver Intl

$456

Southwest flights from Denver to San José

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Southwest

Aug 31

DEN11:55 pmDenver Intl

12h 50m

1 stop

SJO12:45 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sep 9

SJO1:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 25m

1 stop

DEN10:05 pmDenver Intl

$450

Southwest

Aug 31

DEN8:05 amDenver Intl

10h 35m

2 stops

SJO6:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sep 9

SJO9:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

13h 25m

2 stops

DEN10:25 pmDenver Intl

$454

Southwest

Aug 27

DEN8:05 amDenver Intl

10h 35m

1 stop

SJO6:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sep 2

SJO9:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

10h 50m

2 stops

DEN7:50 pmDenver Intl

$460

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DenverSan José

DEN - SJO

DENSJO

Denver Intl

Wed 9/23

3:15 pm-8:30 am

2 stops17h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/30

7:45 am-6:20 pm

1 stop10h 35m

$433

DenverSan José

DEN - SJO

DENSJO

Denver Intl

Sat 7/4

3:20 pm-1:15 am

1 stop9h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/11

2:20 am-1:50 pm

1 stop11h 30m

$434

DenverSan José

DEN - SJO

DENSJO

Denver Intl

Sat 8/29

10:00 am-8:20 am

2 stops22h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/7

2:15 am-1:50 pm

1 stop11h 35m

$435

DenverSan José

DEN - SJO

DENSJO

Denver Intl

Wed 11/4

9:38 pm-1:22 pm

1 stop14h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/11

2:54 pm-5:16 pm

1 stop27h 22m

$436

DenverSan José

DEN - SJO

DENSJO

Denver Intl

Fri 7/3

9:10 pm-10:11 am

1 stop13h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/11

6:40 am-12:14 pm

Nonstop5h 34m

$438

DenverSan José

DEN - SJO

DENSJO

Denver Intl

Sat 7/4

3:20 pm-1:15 am

1 stop9h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/11

2:20 am-1:50 pm

1 stop11h 30m

$439

DenverSan José

DEN - SJO

DENSJO

Denver Intl

Sat 7/25

3:20 pm-1:15 am

1 stop9h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 7/31

2:20 am-1:50 pm

1 stop11h 30m

$440

DenverSan José

DEN - SJO

DENSJO

Denver Intl

Sat 8/15

6:30 am-8:20 am

2 stops25h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/21

2:20 am-1:50 pm

1 stop11h 30m

$442

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DenverSan José

DEN - SJO

DENSJO

Denver Intl

Fri 5/29

3:55 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop5h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/4

11:13 am-11:57 pm

1 stop12h 44m

$444

DenverSan José

DEN - SJO

DENSJO

Denver Intl

Mon 7/6

10:42 pm-12:21 pm

1 stop13h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/16

4:08 am-6:20 pm

1 stop14h 12m

$447

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Denver and San José?

What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from Denver to San José. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $363. If you don’t want to visit San José in September, then you should wait until October to fly from Denver, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $383.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San José?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to San José from Denver is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $484. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Denver to San José on a Thursday will generally be more expensive and average around $864. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San José?

Our data shows that the cheapest Denver to San José flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to San José at noon for as low as $495. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $695.

What is the cheapest Denver Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Denver to San José?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San José from Denver when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José for around $456 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José from Denver for as low as $387 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Denver to San José flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Denver to San José flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Denver to San José flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Denver to San José.

How have Denver to San José flight prices changed over time?

As of May 2026, prices for Denver to San José flights are approximately 14% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$188
Fastest flight time	5h 12m
Direct flights	Sat and Sun
Airports in San José	1 airport

The best one-way flight to San José from Denver in the past 72 hours is $188. The best round-trip flight deal from Denver to San José found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $475.

The fastest flight from Denver to San José takes 5h 12m

Direct flights go from Denver to San José on Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There is 1 airport in San José. From Denver there are direct flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

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How far is Denver Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl by plane?
A flight from Denver Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl will travel around 2425.0 mi. Flights usually cover this in 5h 12m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Denver Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Denver Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Denver Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
As of May 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Denver Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Denver Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Denver Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Denver to San José?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Denver to San José is Boeing 737 MAX 8, representing 82.63% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737 at 4.74%, Airbus A320-100/200 at 4.21%, and Airbus A220-300 at 3.16%.
What is the most popular airline from Denver to San José?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Denver to San José is United Airlines, representing 45% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Copa Airlines at 18%, American Airlines at 18%, and Southwest at 17%.

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Frontier	PriceFrom $137	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 2,944 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Delta	PriceFrom $157	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,454 reviews	Search Delta flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $186	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,579 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $273	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,982 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $284	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,641 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $285	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,736 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $296	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 4,283 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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