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Cheap flights from Philadelphia to San José from $166

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United Airlines Logo
1:06 pm - 7:37 pm
PHL
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SJO
8h 31m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 10:31 pm
SJO
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PHL
12h 36m
1 stop
$374United Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 26
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10:50 am - 7:53 pm
PHL
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SJO
11h 03m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
2:56 pm - 7:40 am
SJO
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PHL
14h 44m
2 stops
$379American Airlines
Thu, Aug 20 - Wed, Aug 26
American Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 7:52 pm
PHL
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SJO
11h 52m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
2:56 pm - 12:59 am
SJO
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PHL
8h 03m
1 stop
$394American Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Wed, Aug 26
United Airlines Logo
1:06 pm - 7:37 pm
PHL
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SJO
8h 31m
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United Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 10:31 pm
SJO
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PHL
12h 36m
1 stop
$396United Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Tue, Sep 15
American Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 7:52 pm
PHL
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SJO
11h 22m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
2:56 pm - 9:01 am
SJO
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PHL
16h 05m
1 stop
$399American Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Wed, Aug 26
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5:00 am - 10:59 pm
PHL
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SJO
18h 59m
1 stop
GOL Logo
3:11 pm - 12:23 am
SJO
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PHL
8h 12m
1 stop
$407GOL
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
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7:38 pm - 12:03 pm
PHL
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SJO
18h 25m
2 stops
GOL Logo
2:56 pm - 10:06 am
SJO
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PHL
17h 10m
2 stops
$411GOL
Tue, Aug 25 - Wed, Sep 2
United Airlines Logo
6:16 am - 12:21 pm
PHL
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SJO
8h 05m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 10:31 pm
SJO
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PHL
12h 36m
1 stop
$414United Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
United Airlines Logo
6:16 am - 12:21 pm
PHL
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SJO
8h 05m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 10:31 pm
SJO
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PHL
12h 36m
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$415United Airlines
Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28
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6:16 am - 12:21 pm
PHL
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SJO
8h 05m
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United Airlines Logo
1:25 pm - 9:24 am
SJO
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PHL
17h 59m
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$419United Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24

United Airlines flights from Philadelphia to San José

Our best United Airlines deals on Philadelphia to San José flight tickets
United Airlines
Sep 9
PHL1:06 pmPhiladelphia
8h 31m
1 stop
SJO7:37 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sep 26
SJO7:55 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
12h 36m
1 stop
PHL10:31 pmPhiladelphia
$374
United Airlines
Jun 6
PHL1:04 pmPhiladelphia
8h 33m
1 stop
SJO7:37 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jun 9
SJO11:13 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 44m
1 stop
PHL10:57 pmPhiladelphia
$394
United Airlines
Sep 10
PHL1:06 pmPhiladelphia
8h 31m
1 stop
SJO7:37 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sep 15
SJO7:55 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
12h 36m
1 stop
PHL10:31 pmPhiladelphia
$396

American Airlines flights from Philadelphia to San José

Our best American Airlines deals on Philadelphia to San José flight tickets
American Airlines
Aug 20
PHL10:50 amPhiladelphia
11h 03m
1 stop
SJO7:53 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Aug 26
SJO2:56 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 44m
2 stops
PHL7:40 amPhiladelphia
$379
American Airlines
Aug 18
PHL10:50 amPhiladelphia
11h 02m
1 stop
SJO7:52 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Aug 26
SJO2:56 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
17h 18m
1 stop
PHL10:14 amPhiladelphia
$394
American Airlines
Aug 18
PHL10:30 amPhiladelphia
11h 22m
2 stops
SJO7:52 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Aug 26
SJO2:56 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 05m
1 stop
PHL9:01 amPhiladelphia
$399

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated June 4, 2026.
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PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Wed 9/9

1:06 pm-7:37 pm

1 stop8h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/26

7:55 am-10:31 pm

1 stop12h 36m

$374

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Thu 8/20

10:50 am-7:53 pm

1 stop11h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/26

2:56 pm-7:40 am

2 stops14h 44m

$379
Quickest round-trip

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Tue 8/18

10:00 am-7:52 pm

1 stop11h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/26

2:56 pm-12:59 am

1 stop8h 03m

$394

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Thu 9/10

1:06 pm-7:37 pm

1 stop8h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/15

7:55 am-10:31 pm

1 stop12h 36m

$396

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Tue 8/18

10:30 am-7:52 pm

2 stops11h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/26

2:56 pm-9:01 am

1 stop16h 05m

$399

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Wed 11/11

5:00 am-10:59 pm

1 stop18h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/18

3:11 pm-12:23 am

1 stop8h 12m

$407

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Tue 8/25

7:38 pm-12:03 pm

2 stops18h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/2

2:56 pm-10:06 am

2 stops17h 10m

$411

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Tue 10/20

6:16 am-12:21 pm

1 stop8h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/24

7:55 am-10:31 pm

1 stop12h 36m

$414

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Thu 9/24

6:16 am-12:21 pm

1 stop8h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/28

7:55 am-10:31 pm

1 stop12h 36m

$415

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Tue 10/20

6:16 am-12:21 pm

1 stop8h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/24

1:25 pm-9:24 am

2 stops17h 59m

$419

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

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 $328. If you don’t want to visit San José in February, then you should wait until October to fly from Philadelphia, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $391.

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 $478 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 $354 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 15% 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 June 2026, prices for Philadelphia to San José flights are approximately 16% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Philadelphia to San José

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Philadelphia to San José according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Philadelphia to San José (PHL to SJO) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

7h 21m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Philadelphia to San José takes 7h 21m
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 7h 21m.

  • 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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FrontierPriceFrom $141Free CancellationRating
5.6
2,914 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $251Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,779 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $270Free CancellationRating
7.1
2,982 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $285Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,255 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $289Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,649 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $309Free CancellationRating
7.8
8,396 reviews
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GOLPriceFrom $482Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,224 reviews
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