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Copa Airlines Logo
8:58 pm - 9:04 am
SAN
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SJO
11h 06m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
10:03 am - 6:30 pm
SJO
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SAN
9h 27m
1 stop
$398Copa Airlines
Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 9
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2:17 pm - 8:30 am
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SJO
17h 13m
2 stops
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4:35 pm - 9:17 am
SJO
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SAN
17h 42m
2 stops
$408Multiple Airlines
Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 9
Copa Airlines Logo
8:58 pm - 7:10 am
SAN
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SJO
9h 12m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 6:30 pm
SJO
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SAN
13h 45m
1 stop
$409Copa Airlines
Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 26
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7:41 pm - 7:15 am
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SJO
10h 34m
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8:45 am - 6:39 pm
SJO
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SAN
10h 54m
1 stop
$410United Airlines
Wed, May 27 - Wed, Jun 3
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10:02 pm - 12:22 pm
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SJO
12h 20m
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American Airlines Logo
6:22 am - 11:56 pm
SJO
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SAN
19h 34m
1 stop
$418American Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 14
Copa Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 9:06 am
SAN
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SJO
10h 06m
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Copa Airlines Logo
8:12 am - 6:30 pm
SJO
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SAN
11h 18m
1 stop
$420Copa Airlines
Thu, Jul 30 - Wed, Aug 5
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10:00 pm - 11:06 am
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SJO
12h 06m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
5:55 pm - 6:30 pm
SJO
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SAN
25h 35m
1 stop
$421Copa Airlines
Wed, Jul 1 - Tue, Jul 7
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10:00 pm - 4:51 pm
SAN
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SJO
17h 51m
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Copa Airlines Logo
5:55 pm - 6:30 pm
SJO
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SAN
25h 35m
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$422Copa Airlines
Wed, Jul 1 - Tue, Jul 7
American Airlines Logo
10:02 pm - 12:22 pm
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SJO
12h 20m
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6:22 am - 9:52 pm
SJO
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SAN
17h 30m
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$423American Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 14
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10:26 pm - 12:26 pm
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SJO
13h 00m
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American Airlines Logo
2:52 pm - 8:50 am
SJO
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SAN
18h 58m
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$425American Airlines
Sat, Aug 29 - Fri, Sep 4

Copa Airlines flights from San Diego to San José

Our best Copa Airlines deals on San Diego to San José flight tickets
Copa Airlines
May 24
SAN10:00 pmSan Diego
8h 09m
1 stop
SJO7:09 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
May 29
SJO10:05 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 25m
1 stop
SAN6:30 pmSan Diego
$398
Copa Airlines
Aug 12
SAN8:58 pmSan Diego
9h 12m
1 stop
SJO7:10 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Aug 26
SJO5:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
13h 45m
1 stop
SAN6:30 pmSan Diego
$409
Copa Airlines
Jul 30
SAN10:00 pmSan Diego
10h 06m
1 stop
SJO9:06 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Aug 5
SJO8:12 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
11h 18m
1 stop
SAN6:30 pmSan Diego
$420

American Airlines flights from San Diego to San José

Our best American Airlines deals on San Diego to San José flight tickets
American Airlines
Aug 12
SAN10:45 pmSan Diego
14h 07m
2 stops
SJO1:52 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Aug 26
SJO1:08 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
20h 04m
1 stop
SAN8:12 amSan Diego
$434
American Airlines
Aug 12
SAN2:23 pmSan Diego
22h 29m
1 stop
SJO1:52 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Aug 26
SJO1:08 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
20h 04m
1 stop
SAN8:12 amSan Diego
$439
American Airlines
Aug 12
SAN10:45 pmSan Diego
14h 07m
2 stops
SJO1:52 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Aug 26
SJO1:08 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
20h 42m
2 stops
SAN8:50 amSan Diego
$441

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SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 8/26

8:58 pm-9:04 am

1 stop11h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/9

10:03 am-6:30 pm

1 stop9h 27m

$398

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 8/26

2:17 pm-8:30 am

2 stops17h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/9

4:35 pm-9:17 am

2 stops17h 42m

$408

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 8/12

8:58 pm-7:10 am

1 stop9h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/26

5:45 am-6:30 pm

1 stop13h 45m

$409

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 5/27

7:41 pm-7:15 am

1 stop10h 34m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/3

8:45 am-6:39 pm

1 stop10h 54m

$410

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Tue 11/3

10:02 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop12h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/14

6:22 am-11:56 pm

1 stop19h 34m

$418

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Thu 7/30

10:00 pm-9:06 am

1 stop10h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/5

8:12 am-6:30 pm

1 stop11h 18m

$420

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 7/1

10:00 pm-11:06 am

1 stop12h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/7

5:55 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop25h 35m

$421

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 7/1

10:00 pm-4:51 pm

1 stop17h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/7

5:55 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop25h 35m

$422

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Tue 11/3

10:02 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop12h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/14

6:22 am-9:52 pm

2 stops17h 30m

$423

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Sat 8/29

10:26 pm-12:26 pm

1 stop13h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/4

2:52 pm-8:50 am

2 stops18h 58m

$425

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

In general, October is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to San José. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $311. If you don’t want to visit San José in October, then you should wait until September to fly from San Diego, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $375.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San José from San Diego when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José for around $453 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José from San Diego for as low as $411 on momondo.

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

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

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

As of May 2026, prices for San Diego to San José flights are approximately 19% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time

8h 09m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Diego to San José takes 8h 09m
There are no direct flights from San Diego to San José. There are no popular flight routes from San Diego to San José.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Diego to San José

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

    The distance between San Diego and San José Juan Santamaria Intl is about 2625.1 mi. Flights usually cover this in 8h 09m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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

    Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport refresh daily.

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

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego to San José?

Best airlines flying from San Diego to San José

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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $279Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,579 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $311Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,730 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $327Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,657 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $346Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,453 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $418Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,292 reviews
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