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Cheap flights from Philadelphia to San José from $162

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3:40 pm - 10:15 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:00 am - 6:32 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PHL Philadelphia
10h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$346Delta
Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17
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11:30 am - 8:21 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 51m1 stop Miami
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2:01 pm - 12:38 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PHL Philadelphia
9h 37m1 stop Miami
$346American Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Nov 4
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8:32 pm - 2:00 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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3:54 pm - 12:38 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PHL Philadelphia
7h 44m1 stop Miami
$346American Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 17
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 8:39 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
15h 24m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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8:45 am - 6:41 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PHL Philadelphia
8h 56m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$366United Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
Southwest Logo
6:55 am - 7:40 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 45m2 stops Chicago Midway Houston Hobby
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2:10 pm - 11:05 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PHL Philadelphia
19h 55m2 stops Houston Hobby Chicago Midway
$385Southwest
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Nov 2
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6:55 am - 7:40 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 45m2 stops Chicago Midway Houston Hobby
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1:20 pm - 11:05 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PHL Philadelphia
8h 45m1 stop Orlando
$385Southwest
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Nov 2
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 8:39 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
13h 39m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 6:41 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PHL Philadelphia
8h 56m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$419United Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
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12:35 pm - 7:55 amPHL  Philadelphia-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
21h 20m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Tampa
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8:55 am - 11:54 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PHL Philadelphia
12h 59m1 stop Tampa
$432Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 28
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12:35 pm - 7:55 amPHL  Philadelphia-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
21h 20m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Tampa
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:55 am - 12:38 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PHL Philadelphia
13h 43m1 stop Tampa
$436Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
Delta Logo
6:35 am - 12:00 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:37 pm - 12:54 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PHL Philadelphia
9h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$440Delta
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 9

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American Airlines flights from Philadelphia to San José

Our best American Airlines deals on Philadelphia to San José flight tickets
American Airlines
Oct 27
PHL11:30 amPhiladelphia
10h 51m
1 stop
SJO8:21 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 4
SJO2:01 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 37m
1 stop
PHL12:38 amPhiladelphia
$346
American Airlines
Oct 27
PHL8:35 amPhiladelphia
13h 46m
2 stops
SJO8:21 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 4
SJO3:54 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 45m
2 stops
PHL7:39 amPhiladelphia
$351
American Airlines
Nov 7
PHL7:40 pmPhiladelphia
18h 27m
1 stop
SJO1:07 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 11
SJO2:46 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 48m
1 stop
PHL11:34 amPhiladelphia
$353

Avianca flights from Philadelphia to San José

Our best Avianca deals on Philadelphia to San José flight tickets
Avianca
Sep 19
PHL7:40 pmPhiladelphia
17h 50m
2 stops
SJO11:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sep 21
SJO5:25 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 18m
2 stops
PHL9:43 amPhiladelphia
$812
Avianca
Sep 11
PHL7:40 pmPhiladelphia
17h 50m
2 stops
SJO11:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sep 18
SJO12:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 03m
3 stops
PHL9:43 amPhiladelphia
$839
Avianca
Sep 16
PHL10:30 amPhiladelphia
15h 10m
2 stops
SJO11:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Oct 9
SJO7:45 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
11h 57m
2 stops
PHL9:42 amPhiladelphia
$893

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PHL Philadelphia - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Wed 11/11

3:40 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/17

7:00 am-6:32 pm

1 stop10h 32m

$346

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL Philadelphia - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Tue 10/27

11:30 am-8:21 pm

1 stop10h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/4

2:01 pm-12:38 am

1 stop9h 37m

$346

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL Philadelphia - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Tue 10/27

8:32 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop19h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/17

3:54 pm-12:38 am

1 stop7h 44m

$346

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL Philadelphia - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Wed 11/4

6:15 am-8:39 pm

2 stops15h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/11

8:45 am-6:41 pm

1 stop8h 56m

$366

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL Philadelphia - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Mon 10/19

6:55 am-7:40 pm

2 stops14h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/2

2:10 pm-11:05 am

2 stops19h 55m

$385

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL Philadelphia - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Mon 10/19

6:55 am-7:40 pm

2 stops14h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/2

1:20 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$385

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL Philadelphia - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Wed 11/4

8:00 am-8:39 pm

1 stop13h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/11

8:45 am-6:41 pm

1 stop8h 56m

$419

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL Philadelphia - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Tue 10/20

12:35 pm-7:55 am

2 stops21h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/28

8:55 am-11:54 pm

1 stop12h 59m

$432

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL Philadelphia - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Tue 10/20

12:35 pm-7:55 am

2 stops21h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/24

8:55 am-12:38 am

1 stop13h 43m

$436
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PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL Philadelphia - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Mon 10/26

6:35 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/9

2:37 pm-12:54 am

1 stop9h 17m

$440

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $370 to $680.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $346.

What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to San José. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $333. If you don’t want to visit San José in February, then you should wait until May to fly from Philadelphia, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $427.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San José from Philadelphia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José for around $517 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José from Philadelphia for as low as $468 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a Philadelphia to San José flight.

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

As of September 2026, prices for Philadelphia to San José flights are approximately 25% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Philadelphia to San José

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Best Price Found

$162

Fastest flight time

6h 56m

Direct flights

None
The best one-way flight to San José from Philadelphia in the past 72 hours is $162. The best round-trip flight deal from Philadelphia to San José found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $346.
The fastest flight from Philadelphia to San José takes 6h 56m
There are no direct flights from Philadelphia to San José. There are no popular flight routes from Philadelphia to San José.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Philadelphia to San José

  • How far is Philadelphia to San José Juan Santamaria Intl by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Philadelphia to San José Juan Santamaria Intl is 2144.3 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 6h 56m.

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

    Prices for flights from Philadelphia Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

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

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Philadelphia 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 travel and health documents required for your trip to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular airline from Philadelphia to San José?

Best airlines flying from Philadelphia to San José

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DeltaPriceFrom $170Free CancellationRating
7.8
8,555 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $194Free CancellationRating
5.6
2,615 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $235Free CancellationRating
7.4
10,174 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $270Free CancellationRating
7.1
3,046 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $294Free CancellationRating
7.1
12,044 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $399Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,200 reviews
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GOLPriceFrom $472Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,291 reviews
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