Cheap flights from Tucson to San José from $203

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7:35 am - 6:16 pmTUS-SJO
9h 41m1 stop
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6:30 am - 9:53 pmSJO-TUS
16h 23m1 stop
$398United Airlines
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Tue, Jan 27 - Fri, Feb 6
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8:00 am - 9:02 pmTUS-SJO
12h 02m2 stops
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2:54 pm - 10:55 pmSJO-TUS
9h 01m1 stop
$402American Airlines
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Mon, Jan 12 - Thu, Jan 15
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5:00 pm - 3:01 pmTUS-SJO
21h 01m1 stop
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6:38 am - 4:10 pmSJO-TUS
10h 32m1 stop
$406American Airlines
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Mon, Jan 12 - Thu, Jan 15
United Airlines Logo
8:07 pm - 8:32 amTUS-SJO
11h 25m1 stop
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2:20 pm - 9:58 pmSJO-TUS
8h 38m1 stop
$418United Airlines
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Thu, Jan 15 - Thu, Jan 22
United Airlines Logo
8:07 pm - 8:32 amTUS-SJO
11h 25m1 stop
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8:45 am - 9:55 pmSJO-TUS
14h 10m2 stops
$422United Airlines
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Thu, Jan 15 - Thu, Jan 22
American Airlines Logo
5:38 pm - 1:54 pmTUS-SJO
19h 16m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
6:38 am - 5:08 pmSJO-TUS
11h 30m2 stops
$442American Airlines
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Tue, Jan 27 - Fri, Feb 6
American Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 10:30 pmTUS-SJO
12h 30m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
6:38 am - 5:31 pmSJO-TUS
11h 53m2 stops
$443American Airlines
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Thu, Jan 15 - Thu, Jan 22
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6:10 pm - 12:50 pmTUS-SJO
17h 40m2 stops
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9:40 am - 9:55 pmSJO-TUS
13h 15m2 stops
$444Southwest
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Mon, Jan 12 - Thu, Jan 15
Southwest Logo
7:20 pm - 12:50 pmTUS-SJO
16h 30m2 stops
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9:40 am - 10:25 pmSJO-TUS
13h 45m2 stops
$445Southwest
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Thu, Jan 15 - Thu, Jan 22
American Airlines Logo
3:45 pm - 1:09 pmTUS-SJO
20h 24m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
11:59 pm - 8:37 amSJO-TUS
9h 38m1 stop
$447American Airlines
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Sat, Apr 18 - Sat, Apr 25

United Airlines flights from Tucson to San José

Our best United Airlines deals on Tucson to San José flight tickets
United Airlines
Jan 27
TUS7:35 amTucson
9h 41m
1 stop
SJO6:16 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 6
SJO6:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 23m
1 stop
TUS9:53 pmTucson
United Airlines
Jan 15
TUS8:07 pmTucson
11h 25m
1 stop
SJO8:32 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 22
SJO2:20 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 38m
1 stop
TUS9:58 pmTucson
United Airlines
Jan 15
TUS8:07 pmTucson
11h 25m
1 stop
SJO8:32 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 22
SJO8:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 10m
2 stops
TUS9:55 pmTucson

American Airlines flights from Tucson to San José

Our best American Airlines deals on Tucson to San José flight tickets
American Airlines
Jan 12
TUS8:00 amTucson
12h 02m
2 stops
SJO9:02 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 15
SJO2:54 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 01m
1 stop
TUS10:55 pmTucson
American Airlines
Jan 12
TUS5:00 pmTucson
21h 01m
1 stop
SJO3:01 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 15
SJO6:38 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 32m
1 stop
TUS4:10 pmTucson
American Airlines
Jan 27
TUS5:38 pmTucson
19h 16m
2 stops
SJO1:54 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 6
SJO6:38 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
11h 30m
2 stops
TUS5:08 pmTucson

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Tucson 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 December 3, 2025.
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TucsonSan José

TUS - SJO

TUSSJO

Tucson

Tue 1/27

7:35 am-6:16 pm

1 stop9h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/6

6:30 am-9:53 pm

1 stop16h 23m

$398

TucsonSan José

TUS - SJO

TUSSJO

Tucson

Mon 1/12

8:00 am-9:02 pm

2 stops12h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/15

2:54 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop9h 01m

$402

TucsonSan José

TUS - SJO

TUSSJO

Tucson

Mon 1/12

5:00 pm-3:01 pm

1 stop21h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/15

6:38 am-4:10 pm

1 stop10h 32m

$406

TucsonSan José

TUS - SJO

TUSSJO

Tucson

Thu 1/15

8:07 pm-8:32 am

1 stop11h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/22

2:20 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop8h 38m

$418

TucsonSan José

TUS - SJO

TUSSJO

Tucson

Thu 1/15

8:07 pm-8:32 am

1 stop11h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/22

8:45 am-9:55 pm

2 stops14h 10m

$422

TucsonSan José

TUS - SJO

TUSSJO

Tucson

Tue 1/27

5:38 pm-1:54 pm

2 stops19h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/6

6:38 am-5:08 pm

2 stops11h 30m

$442

TucsonSan José

TUS - SJO

TUSSJO

Tucson

Thu 1/15

9:00 am-10:30 pm

2 stops12h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/22

6:38 am-5:31 pm

2 stops11h 53m

$443

TucsonSan José

TUS - SJO

TUSSJO

Tucson

Mon 1/12

6:10 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops17h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/15

9:40 am-9:55 pm

2 stops13h 15m

$444

TucsonSan José

TUS - SJO

TUSSJO

Tucson

Thu 1/15

7:20 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops16h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/22

9:40 am-10:25 pm

2 stops13h 45m

$445

TucsonSan José

TUS - SJO

TUSSJO

Tucson

Sat 4/18

3:45 pm-1:09 pm

1 stop20h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/25

11:59 pm-8:37 am

1 stop9h 38m

$447

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from Tucson to San José. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $541. If you don’t want to visit San José in September, then you should wait until January to fly from Tucson, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $557.

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 Tucson is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $572. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Tucson to San José on a Thursday will generally be more expensive and average around $688. 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 Tucson to San José flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to San José in the afternoon for as low as $548. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $669.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San José from Tucson when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José for around $640 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José from Tucson for as low as $505 on momondo.

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

As of December 2025, prices for Tucson to San José flights are approximately 28% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Tucson to San José

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

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Tucson to San José

Fastest flight time

7h 39m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Tucson to San José takes 7h 39m
There are no direct flights from Tucson to San José. There are no popular flight routes from Tucson to San José.
  • How far is Tucson to San José Juan Santamaria Intl by plane?

    Tucson and San José Juan Santamaria Intl are 2302.9 mi apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 7h 30m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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

    Prices for flights from Tucson Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport were last updated today.

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

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Tucson 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 Tucson 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 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.

  • What is the most popular airline from Tucson to San José?

Best airlines flying from Tucson to San José

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American AirlinesPriceFrom $458Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,046 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $491Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,065 reviews
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