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Cheap flights from Philadelphia to San José from $174

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Philadelphia to San José departing on 8/23. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Southwest Logo
7:25 am - 12:35 pm
PHL
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SJO
7h 10m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
1:20 pm - 11:10 pm
SJO
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PHL
8h 50m
1 stop
$448Southwest
Mon, Oct 19 - Tue, Nov 17
Southwest Logo
6:25 am - 7:40 pm
PHL
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SJO
15h 15m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
9:00 am - 10:10 pm
SJO
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PHL
11h 10m
1 stop
$452Southwest
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
Southwest Logo
6:20 am - 6:40 pm
PHL
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SJO
14h 20m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
9:00 am - 9:45 pm
SJO
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PHL
10h 45m
2 stops
$453Southwest
Thu, Sep 24 - Wed, Sep 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:06 pm - 7:55 am
PHL
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SJO
15h 49m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:07 am - 7:36 am
SJO
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PHL
22h 29m
2 stops
$463Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 19
JetBlue Logo
8:10 am - 12:55 pm
PHL
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SJO
6h 45m
1 stop
JetBlue Logo
2:05 pm - 11:44 pm
SJO
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PHL
7h 39m
1 stop
$467JetBlue
Mon, Oct 12 - Wed, Oct 21
Southwest Logo
7:25 am - 12:35 pm
PHL
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SJO
7h 10m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
1:20 pm - 11:05 pm
SJO
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PHL
8h 45m
1 stop
$469Southwest
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
Southwest Logo
6:25 am - 7:40 pm
PHL
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SJO
15h 15m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
9:00 am - 10:10 pm
SJO
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PHL
11h 10m
1 stop
$472Southwest
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
Southwest Logo
8:55 am - 6:00 pm
PHL
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SJO
11h 05m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
9:00 am - 11:25 pm
SJO
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PHL
12h 25m
1 stop
$473Southwest
Sat, Sep 26 - Fri, Oct 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:45 am - 3:11 pm
PHL
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SJO
9h 26m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:55 am - 7:36 am
SJO
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PHL
20h 41m
2 stops
$478Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 28 - Sat, Oct 3
JetBlue Logo
8:15 am - 12:59 pm
PHL
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SJO
6h 44m
1 stop
JetBlue Logo
3:05 pm - 11:39 pm
SJO
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PHL
7h 34m
1 stop
$479JetBlue
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 9

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Southwest flights from Philadelphia to San José

Our best Southwest deals on Philadelphia to San José flight tickets
Southwest
Oct 19
PHL7:25 amPhiladelphia
7h 10m
1 stop
SJO12:35 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 17
SJO1:20 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 50m
1 stop
PHL11:10 pmPhiladelphia
$448
Southwest
Oct 14
PHL6:25 amPhiladelphia
15h 15m
2 stops
SJO7:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Oct 20
SJO9:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
11h 10m
1 stop
PHL10:10 pmPhiladelphia
$452
Southwest
Sep 24
PHL6:20 amPhiladelphia
14h 20m
2 stops
SJO6:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sep 30
SJO9:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 45m
2 stops
PHL9:45 pmPhiladelphia
$453

JetBlue flights from Philadelphia to San José

Our best JetBlue deals on Philadelphia to San José flight tickets
JetBlue
Oct 12
PHL8:10 amPhiladelphia
6h 45m
1 stop
SJO12:55 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Oct 21
SJO2:05 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 39m
1 stop
PHL11:44 pmPhiladelphia
$467
JetBlue
Oct 26
PHL8:15 amPhiladelphia
6h 44m
1 stop
SJO12:59 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 9
SJO3:05 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 34m
1 stop
PHL11:39 pmPhiladelphia
$479
JetBlue
Oct 14
PHL8:10 amPhiladelphia
6h 45m
1 stop
SJO12:55 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Oct 22
SJO2:05 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 39m
1 stop
PHL11:44 pmPhiladelphia
$482

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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 July 24, 2026.
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PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Mon 10/19

7:25 am-12:35 pm

1 stop7h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/17

1:20 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$448

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Wed 10/14

6:25 am-7:40 pm

2 stops15h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/20

9:00 am-10:10 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$452

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Thu 9/24

6:20 am-6:40 pm

2 stops14h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/30

9:00 am-9:45 pm

2 stops10h 45m

$453

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Fri 10/9

6:06 pm-7:55 am

1 stop15h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/19

7:07 am-7:36 am

2 stops22h 29m

$463

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Mon 10/12

8:10 am-12:55 pm

1 stop6h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/21

2:05 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$467

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Fri 10/30

7:25 am-12:35 pm

1 stop7h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/2

1:20 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$469

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Wed 10/14

6:25 am-7:40 pm

2 stops15h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/21

9:00 am-10:10 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$472

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Sat 9/26

8:55 am-6:00 pm

2 stops11h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/2

9:00 am-11:25 pm

1 stop12h 25m

$473

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Mon 9/28

7:45 am-3:11 pm

1 stop9h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/3

8:55 am-7:36 am

2 stops20h 41m

$478
Quickest round-trip

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Mon 10/26

8:15 am-12:59 pm

1 stop6h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/9

3:05 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$479

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Philadelphia to San José

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

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $440 to $747.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $448.

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 $326. If you don’t want to visit San José in February, then you should wait until September to fly from Philadelphia, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $390.

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 $500 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 $398 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 7% 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 July 2026, prices for Philadelphia to San José flights are approximately 5% cheaper 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

6h 46m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Philadelphia to San José takes 6h 46m
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 46m.

  • 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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Price
FrontierPriceFrom $119Free CancellationRating
5.6
2,772 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $170Free CancellationRating
7.8
8,484 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $235Free CancellationRating
7.4
10,024 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $270Free CancellationRating
7.1
3,021 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $290Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,838 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $395Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,238 reviews
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GOLPriceFrom $480Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,261 reviews
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