What is the cheapest airline that flies from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Philadelphia?

United Airlines and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Philadelphia

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between San José and Philadelphia?

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) was the most common stop: 75% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What airlines fly to Philadelphia?

United Airlines, JetBlue and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Philadelphia from San José according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 50% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Philadelphia. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Philadelphia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from San José to Philadelphia?

Flights via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $396.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from San José to Philadelphia?

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 05m.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from San José to Philadelphia?

Flights connecting via Miami (MIA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 8h 12m.

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

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

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

As of May 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Philadelphia Airport.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Philadelphia Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Philadelphia Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Philadelphia Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Philadelphia Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$189 Cheap Flights from San José to Philadelphia in 2026

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $427 to $331. The lowest price recently found on this route was $337.

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9:35 am - 8:51 am

SJO

PHL

21h 16m

1 stop

9:16 pm - 8:20 am

PHL

SJO

13h 04m

1 stop

$337Frontier

Sat, Jul 25 - Sat, Aug 1

9:35 am - 12:44 am

SJO

PHL

13h 09m

1 stop

9:16 pm - 8:20 am

PHL

SJO

13h 04m

1 stop

$340Frontier

Thu, Jun 18 - Sat, Jun 27

1:10 pm - 10:47 pm

SJO

PHL

7h 37m

1 stop

7:00 am - 11:55 am

PHL

SJO

6h 55m

1 stop

$341JetBlue

Sat, May 23 - Tue, May 26

7:55 am - 10:31 pm

SJO

PHL

12h 36m

1 stop

8:26 pm - 12:15 pm

PHL

SJO

17h 49m

2 stops

$345United Airlines

Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 27

9:35 am - 8:51 am

SJO

PHL

21h 16m

1 stop

5:10 pm - 8:20 am

PHL

SJO

17h 10m

1 stop

$349Frontier

Thu, Jun 18 - Wed, Jun 24

7:55 am - 10:29 pm

SJO

PHL

12h 34m

1 stop

6:15 am - 10:39 pm

PHL

SJO

18h 24m

1 stop

$354United Airlines

Thu, May 28 - Mon, Jun 8

1:10 pm - 10:47 pm

SJO

PHL

7h 37m

1 stop

7:00 am - 11:55 am

PHL

SJO

6h 55m

1 stop

$355JetBlue

Wed, Jun 3 - Wed, Jun 10

3:08 pm - 12:58 am

SJO

PHL

7h 50m

1 stop

11:02 am - 10:42 pm

PHL

SJO

13h 40m

1 stop

$356American Airlines

Fri, May 22 - Fri, May 29

12:30 am - 12:59 am

SJO

PHL

22h 29m

2 stops

6:10 am - 10:39 pm

PHL

SJO

18h 29m

2 stops

$359United Airlines

Wed, May 27 - Mon, Jun 8

3:08 pm - 9:41 am

SJO

PHL

16h 33m

1 stop

2:27 pm - 7:23 pm

PHL

SJO

6h 56m

1 stop

$360American Airlines

Mon, Jun 1 - Sat, Jun 6

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JetBlue flights from San José to Philadelphia

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JetBlue

May 23

SJO1:10 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

7h 37m

1 stop

PHL10:47 pmPhiladelphia

May 26

PHL7:00 amPhiladelphia

6h 55m

1 stop

SJO11:55 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

$341

JetBlue

Jun 3

SJO1:10 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

7h 37m

1 stop

PHL10:47 pmPhiladelphia

Jun 10

PHL7:00 amPhiladelphia

6h 55m

1 stop

SJO11:55 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

$355

JetBlue

May 21

SJO1:10 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

7h 37m

1 stop

PHL10:47 pmPhiladelphia

May 28

PHL7:00 amPhiladelphia

6h 55m

1 stop

SJO11:55 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

$404

United Airlines flights from San José to Philadelphia

Our best United Airlines deals on San José to Philadelphia flight tickets

United Airlines

Oct 22

SJO7:55 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

12h 36m

1 stop

PHL10:31 pmPhiladelphia

Oct 27

PHL8:26 pmPhiladelphia

17h 49m

2 stops

SJO12:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

$345

United Airlines

May 28

SJO7:55 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

12h 34m

1 stop

PHL10:29 pmPhiladelphia

Jun 8

PHL6:15 amPhiladelphia

18h 24m

1 stop

SJO10:39 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

$354

United Airlines

May 27

SJO12:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

22h 29m

2 stops

PHL12:59 amPhiladelphia

Jun 8

PHL6:10 amPhiladelphia

18h 29m

2 stops

SJO10:39 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

$359

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SJO - PHL

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San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/25

9:35 am-8:51 am

1 stop21h 16m

Philadelphia

Sat 8/1

9:16 pm-8:20 am

1 stop13h 04m

$337

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SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/18

9:35 am-12:44 am

1 stop13h 09m

Philadelphia

Sat 6/27

9:16 pm-8:20 am

1 stop13h 04m

$340

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SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/23

1:10 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop7h 37m

Philadelphia

Tue 5/26

7:00 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 55m

$341

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SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/22

7:55 am-10:31 pm

1 stop12h 36m

Philadelphia

Tue 10/27

8:26 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops17h 49m

$345

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SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/18

9:35 am-8:51 am

1 stop21h 16m

Philadelphia

Wed 6/24

5:10 pm-8:20 am

1 stop17h 10m

$349

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/28

7:55 am-10:29 pm

1 stop12h 34m

Philadelphia

Mon 6/8

6:15 am-10:39 pm

1 stop18h 24m

$354

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/3

1:10 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop7h 37m

Philadelphia

Wed 6/10

7:00 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 55m

$355

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/22

3:08 pm-12:58 am

1 stop7h 50m

Philadelphia

Fri 5/29

11:02 am-10:42 pm

1 stop13h 40m

$356

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/27

12:30 am-12:59 am

2 stops22h 29m

Philadelphia

Mon 6/8

6:10 am-10:39 pm

2 stops18h 29m

$359

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/1

3:08 pm-9:41 am

1 stop16h 33m

Philadelphia

Sat 6/6

2:27 pm-7:23 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$360

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

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Philadelphia?

The cheapest month to fly to Philadelphia from San José is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $275, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of October is another great option to travel to Philadelphia, with average flight prices from San José averaging around $285.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Philadelphia from San José when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Philadelphia for around $386 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Philadelphia from San José for as low as $283 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 56% on your flight if you consider stops on a San José to Philadelphia flight.

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

As of May 2026, prices for San José to Philadelphia flights are approximately 48% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San José to Philadelphia

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

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Fastest flight time	9h 16m
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The fastest flight from San José to Philadelphia takes 9h 16m

There are no direct flights from San José to Philadelphia. There are no popular flight routes from San José to Philadelphia.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from San José to Philadelphia

How far is San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Philadelphia by plane?
The straight-line distance from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Philadelphia is 2144.3 mi. 9h 16m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Philadelphia Airport?
Prices for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Philadelphia Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Philadelphia Airport?
As of May 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Philadelphia Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Philadelphia Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Philadelphia Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Philadelphia Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Philadelphia Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Philadelphia Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from San José to Philadelphia?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from San José to Philadelphia is American Airlines, representing 52% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Spirit Airlines at 22%, JetBlue at 9%, and Delta at 8%.

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United Airlines	PriceFrom $145	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,680 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $165	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 2,970 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $188	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,631 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $280	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,460 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $287	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,670 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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