Which airlines fly to San José?

For flights from United States to San José, most momondo users will book with popular airlines such as American Airlines, United Airlines, Spirit Airlines and JetBlue. Depending on what airport you fly from, you may have other airlines to choose from.

Southwest Flights to San José

Southwest is a popular choice for users traveling to San José. It operates 6 flights every week to San José, most often flying from Houston Hobby. Southwest ticket prices will depend on when and where you need to fly from - deals as low as $225 (from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson) have been found by momondo users. In 4,237 reviews, momondo users have rated Southwest at an average score of 8.0/10.

Alaska Airlines Flights to San José

Alaska Airlines flights to San José can start from as low as $342 (round-trip, from Los Angeles, found in the last 72 hours). Over 7 flights that Alaska Airlines operates to San José in a normal week, prices can vary significantly. The most popular Alaska Airlines flight to San José is from Los Angeles. Alaska Airlines has been rated 8.0/10 by momondo users, in 11,237 reviews.

How long does it take to fly to San José?

The flight from United States to San José depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Los Angeles (a popular airport in United States) to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (the most popular airport in San José), then the flight time is 5h 38m on average. If you fly from Miami (another popular airport in United States) to San José Juan Santamaria Intl, then the average flight time is 2h 49m.

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6:00 am - 12:25 pmATL-SJO

7h 25m1 stop

1:20 pm - 8:35 pmSJO-ATL

6h 15m1 stop

$195Spirit Airlines

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Thu, Nov 13 - Thu, Nov 20

6:00 am - 12:25 pmATL-SJO

7h 25m1 stop

1:20 pm - 8:35 pmSJO-ATL

6h 15m1 stop

$201Spirit Airlines

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Wed, Nov 19 - Sat, Nov 22

10:00 am - 4:10 pmJFK-SJO

7h 10m1 stop

4:15 pm - 1:15 amSJO-JFK

8h 00m1 stop

$226Avianca

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Mon, Jan 19 - Wed, Jan 28

10:30 am - 2:52 pmJFK-SJO

5h 22mnonstop

11:59 pm - 5:59 amSJO-JFK

5h 00mnonstop

$228JetBlue

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Tue, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 23

6:30 pm - 10:53 pmJFK-SJO

5h 23mnonstop

11:59 pm - 5:59 amSJO-JFK

5h 00mnonstop

$229JetBlue

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Sun, Nov 23 - Thu, Nov 27

6:15 pm - 12:56 pmLGA-SJO

19h 41m1 stop

8:45 am - 9:45 pmSJO-LGA

12h 00m1 stop

$234United Airlines

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Fri, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 8

6:20 am - 12:38 pmLGA-SJO

7h 18m1 stop

8:00 am - 4:34 pmSJO-LGA

7h 34m1 stop

$235American Airlines

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Tue, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 21

6:30 am - 12:38 pmJFK-SJO

7h 08m1 stop

8:00 am - 8:59 pmSJO-JFK

11h 59m1 stop

$235American Airlines

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Tue, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 21

10:00 am - 4:10 pmJFK-SJO

7h 10m1 stop

4:30 pm - 1:00 amSJO-JFK

7h 30m1 stop

$238Avianca

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Sat, Jan 31 - Fri, Feb 6

9:30 am - 8:39 pmBOS-SJO

12h 09m2 stops

6:30 am - 6:01 pmSJO-BOS

10h 31m1 stop

$252United Airlines

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AtlantaSan José

ATL - SJO

ATLSJO

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 11/13

6:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop7h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/20

1:20 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$195

AtlantaSan José

ATL - SJO

ATLSJO

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 11/19

6:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop7h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/22

1:20 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$201

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 1/19

10:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop7h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/28

4:15 pm-1:15 am

1 stop8h 00m

$226

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/18

10:30 am-2:52 pm

Nonstop5h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/23

11:59 pm-5:59 am

Nonstop5h 00m

$228

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 11/23

6:30 pm-10:53 pm

Nonstop5h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/27

11:59 pm-5:59 am

Nonstop5h 00m

$229

New YorkSan José

LGA - SJO

LGASJO

New York LaGuardia

Fri 12/5

6:15 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop19h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/8

8:45 am-9:45 pm

1 stop12h 00m

$234

New YorkSan José

LGA - SJO

LGASJO

New York LaGuardia

Tue 1/13

6:20 am-12:38 pm

1 stop7h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/21

8:00 am-4:34 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$235

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 1/13

6:30 am-12:38 pm

1 stop7h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/21

8:00 am-8:59 pm

1 stop11h 59m

$235

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/31

10:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop7h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/6

4:30 pm-1:00 am

1 stop7h 30m

$238

BostonSan José

BOS - SJO

BOSSJO

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 2/4

9:30 am-8:39 pm

2 stops12h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/11

6:30 am-6:01 pm

1 stop10h 31m

$252

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

In general, October is the cheapest month to fly from United States to San José. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $338. If you don’t want to visit San José in October, then you should wait until September to fly from United States, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $349.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to San José?

Users booking trips to San José from Guayaquil found flights 27% cheaper than the average price of flights to San José. To find the cheapest price to San José from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San José?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to San José from United States is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $471. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from United States to San José on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $579. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San José?

Our data shows that the cheapest United States to San José flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to San José at noon for as low as $487. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $529.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San José from United States when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José for around $432 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José from United States for as low as $381 on momondo.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO SAN JOSÉ FROM LOS ANGELES	September	23% cheaper	Flying from Los Angeles to San José costs on average just $364 in September
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO SAN JOSÉ FROM LOS ANGELES	December	60% more expensive	It costs about $751 for flights to San José from Los Angeles in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO SAN JOSÉ FROM LOS ANGELES	December	323% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to San José from Los Angeles in December than any other month

Cheap San José flight deals and tips

Summary info about San José flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$81
Best Round-Trip Price	$195
Fastest flight time	4h 12m
Popular in	December

The best one-way flight price to San José from United States in the last 72 hours is $81 (Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to San José Juan Santamaria Intl).

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The best round-trip flight price to San José from United States in the last 72 hours is $195 (Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to San José Juan Santamaria Intl).

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The fastest flight to San José from United States takes 4h 12m (Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to San José Juan Santamaria Intl).

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December has the highest demand for flights to San José, with a 10% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to San José

What is there to do in San José when it’s raining?

Users planning a flight to San José during the months of May, June, or July should anticipate rain. There are still things to do in San José even when it's raining, though. While in San José you will find Museo Nacional de Costa Rica nearby which is a great museum to visit when you’re looking for things to do indoors. Shopping centers like Plaza Real Cariari are very popular destinations for those visiting the San José area. Plaza Real Cariari is a great place to go if you’re looking to spend some time inside.

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

The best time to book a flight to San José from United States is 88 days out, which is when prices tend to be around $470. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José from United States for as low as $376 on momondo.

Is there an alternative airport near San José?

Those flying to San José could potentially find better pricing at San José Tobias Bolanos Intl Airport (3 mi from San José city center), Quepos Airport (34 mi from San José city center), San Isidro del General Airport (48 mi from San José city center), La Fortuna Airport (50 mi from San José city center) or Tortuquero Airport (59 mi from San José city center) depending on the month and departure airport.

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into San José?

With an average price of $113 per person, La Fortuna Airport is the cheapest airport to fly into when planning your trip to San José. This price can fluctuate based on where you are flying from. momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool can help users find the best prices.

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

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

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

The number of operators available for flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport is 32 as of November 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly 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 to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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