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$1,503+ Cheap flights to San José

— SJO
15 Oct — 22 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to San José in 2026

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Cheapest flights to San José

Tue 22/1215:50 -
2 stops41h 05m
Wed 6/113:37 -
2 stops49h 18m
Deal found 14/9$2,933
Sat 21/1113:20 -
1 stop28h 27m
Sun 29/1115:03 -
1 stop23h 07m
Deal found 12/9$2,946
Sat 21/1113:20 -
2 stops26h 37m
Sun 29/1106:00 -
2 stops32h 10m
Deal found 12/9$3,064
Tue 13/1020:15 -
2 stops22h 00m
Tue 20/1005:45 -
2 stops29h 15m
Deal found 15/9$3,140
Thu 17/1215:50 -
2 stops26h 16m
Sat 2/106:07 -
2 stops32h 18m
Deal found 13/9$3,478
Sat 19/1213:20 -
1 stop19h 35m
Sat 2/106:07 -
2 stops32h 18m
Deal found 12/9$3,508
Thu 17/1215:50 -
2 stops26h 16m
Sun 3/115:08 -
1 stop23h 17m
Deal found 13/9$3,832

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Return from

$2,946

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$3,043
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 21/11-29/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 34m total
  • Auckland to San José
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AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Tue 12/1

13:20-19:55

1 stop25h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,503

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Sat 21/11

13:20-20:57

2 stops26h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 29/11

06:00-09:10

2 stops32h 10m

$3,064

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Tue 13/10

20:15-23:15

2 stops22h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 20/10

05:45-06:00

2 stops29h 15m

$3,140

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Sat 19/12

13:20-13:55

1 stop19h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/1

06:07-09:25

2 stops32h 18m

$3,508

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Thu 17/12

15:50-23:06

2 stops26h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/1

15:08-09:25

1 stop23h 17m

$3,832

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Thu 17/12

13:20-13:55

1 stop19h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/1

06:07-09:25

2 stops32h 18m

$3,933

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Tue 22/12

07:30-21:02

3 stops32h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/1

06:20-09:25

2 stops32h 05m

$3,997

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Sat 19/12

15:05-10:35

3 stops38h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/1

14:02-09:55

2 stops24h 53m

$4,954

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What are the cheapest airlines that fly to San José?

The cheapest airline flying from Auckland to San José is American Airlines.

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines to Costa Rica to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
12,059 reviews
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Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.1

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

MIA - SFO

Horrible. When they power flights for other airlines there is nothing they can do to change or accommodate any changes
American Airlines
7.1
Good
12,059 reviews
American Airlines
7.1
Good
12,059 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.1

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

MIA - SFO

Horrible. When they power flights for other airlines there is nothing they can do to change or accommodate any changes

FAQs about flying to San José

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San José?

    Booking a flight to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is your only option if you intend on flying to San José. It is only a 14.1 km journey from Juan Santamaria Intl to San José’s city centre.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to San José if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to San José on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to San José?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, American Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to San José.

  • Where does the fastest flight to San José depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to San José, Auckland Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (19 hours 35 minutes).

  • Does San José Juan Santamaria Intl have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at San José Juan Santamaria Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to San José Juan Santamaria Intl?

    Yes. San José Juan Santamaria Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Around Juan Santa Maria is the closest property to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (0.0 km away from San José Juan Santamaria Intl).

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