What airlines fly to San José?

American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San José from Knoxville according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 71% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San José. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to San José on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Tuesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Knoxville McGhee Tyson to San José Juan Santamaria Intl?

JetBlue is the most popular carrier operating from Knoxville McGhee Tyson to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

What is the most punctual flight time for Knoxville to San José flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

How often are flights from Knoxville to San José delayed?

Historically, on average around 100% of flights between Knoxville and San José have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 48 minutes.

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

Prices for flights from Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport are updated daily.

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

There are 3 operators available for flights from Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport as of August 2026.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Knoxville McGhee Tyson 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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4:50 pm - 12:45 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

21h 55m2 stops Denver Intl Orlando

9:00 am - 10:40 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

11h 40m2 stops Orlando Nashville Intl

$570Southwest

Mon, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 5

2:40 pm - 10:15 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:05 am - 5:13 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

9h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$608Delta

Wed, Dec 16 - Fri, Jan 15

6:00 am - 12:00 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 00m1 stop Miami

1:00 pm - 11:18 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

8h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$608American Airlines

Mon, Oct 19 - Tue, Oct 27

7:27 am - 8:16 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

13h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

12:35 am - 4:34 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

14h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$608American Airlines

Tue, Feb 9 - Mon, Feb 15

2:40 pm - 10:15 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:05 am - 5:13 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

9h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$608Delta

Wed, Dec 16 - Fri, Jan 15

5:40 am - 12:00 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:00 am - 6:49 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

10h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$608Delta

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Nov 11

7:30 am - 3:11 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

32h 41m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Orlando

7:00 am - 10:36 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

14h 36m1 stop Orlando

$624Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Fri, Nov 13

7:35 pm - 8:35 amTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

14h 00m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Guatemala City La Aurora

4:15 pm - 10:00 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

16h 45m2 stops Guatemala City La Aurora Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$670Avianca

Tue, Feb 9 - Tue, Feb 16

7:00 am - 6:16 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

12h 16m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

2:15 pm - 9:59 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

18h 44m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$758United Airlines

Sun, Jan 24 - Sun, Jan 31

7:00 am - 6:16 pmTYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

12h 16m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

2:15 pm - 9:59 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson

18h 44m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$778United Airlines

Sun, Jan 24 - Sun, Jan 31

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United Airlines flights from Knoxville to San José

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Jan 24

TYS7:00 amKnoxville McGhee Tyson

12h 16m

2 stops

SJO6:16 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Jan 31

SJO2:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

18h 44m

2 stops

TYS9:59 amKnoxville McGhee Tyson

$758

United Airlines

Aug 18

TYS7:15 amKnoxville McGhee Tyson

7h 06m

1 stop

SJO12:21 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Aug 20

SJO1:25 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

29h 28m

2 stops

TYS8:53 pmKnoxville McGhee Tyson

$1,038

United Airlines

Aug 18

TYS7:15 amKnoxville McGhee Tyson

14h 22m

1 stop

SJO7:37 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Aug 20

SJO7:55 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

11h 50m

1 stop

TYS9:45 pmKnoxville McGhee Tyson

$1,168

Delta flights from Knoxville to San José

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Delta

Oct 14

TYS5:40 amKnoxville McGhee Tyson

8h 20m

1 stop

SJO12:00 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Nov 13

SJO2:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 27m

1 stop

TYS11:57 pmKnoxville McGhee Tyson

$608

Delta

Dec 16

TYS2:40 pmKnoxville McGhee Tyson

8h 35m

1 stop

SJO10:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Jan 15

SJO7:05 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

9h 08m

1 stop

TYS5:13 pmKnoxville McGhee Tyson

$628

Delta

Oct 15

TYS5:40 amKnoxville McGhee Tyson

8h 20m

1 stop

SJO12:00 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Nov 12

SJO7:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

7h 18m

1 stop

TYS3:18 pmKnoxville McGhee Tyson

$633

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TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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2:40 pm-10:15 pm

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San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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1 stop9h 08m

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TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

TYSSJO

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5:40 am-12:00 pm

1 stop8h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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1 stop10h 49m

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TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

TYSSJO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 11/8

7:30 am-3:11 pm

2 stops32h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/13

7:00 am-10:36 pm

1 stop14h 36m

$624

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TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

TYSSJO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 2/9

7:35 pm-8:35 am

2 stops14h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/16

4:15 pm-10:00 am

2 stops16h 45m

$670

KnoxvilleSan José

TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

TYSSJO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 1/24

7:00 am-6:16 pm

2 stops12h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/31

2:15 pm-9:59 am

2 stops18h 44m

$758

KnoxvilleSan José

TYS Knoxville McGhee Tyson - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

TYSSJO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 1/24

7:00 am-6:16 pm

2 stops12h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/31

2:15 pm-9:59 am

2 stops18h 44m

$778

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from Knoxville to San José. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $503. If you don’t want to visit San José in September, then you should wait until March to fly from Knoxville, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $537.

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How far is Knoxville McGhee Tyson to San José Juan Santamaria Intl by plane?
San José Juan Santamaria Intl is 1797.1 mi away from Knoxville McGhee Tyson. Typically, this will take 8h 15m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
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There are 3 operators available for flights from Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Knoxville McGhee Tyson Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Knoxville McGhee Tyson 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 airline from Knoxville to San José?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Knoxville and San José, the leading airline is American Airlines, making up 64% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include United Airlines with 24% and Delta with 12%.

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