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$1,145+ Cheap flights to San José

— SJO
14 Dec — 21 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to San José in 2026

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Cheapest flights to San José

Tue 22/1213:20 -
1 stop28h 41m
Wed 6/113:18 -
2 stops49h 37m
Deal found 12/11$3,066
Sat 26/1208:15 -
2 stops33h 46m
Wed 6/115:00 -
1 stop23h 10m
Deal found 13/11$3,122
Sat 26/1213:20 -
1 stop19h 36m
Sat 2/106:22 -
2 stops31h 48m
Deal found 11/11$3,218
Sat 26/1213:20 -
1 stop28h 41m
Tue 5/100:43 -
1 stop37h 27m
Deal found 13/11$3,252
Sat 19/1213:20 -
2 stops26h 52m
Sat 2/106:22 -
2 stops31h 48m
Deal found 12/11$3,308
Sat 26/1213:20 -
1 stop28h 41m
Sat 2/115:08 -
1 stop23h 02m
Deal found 11/11$4,253

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Return from

$2,845

One-way from

$1,145
6/4-11/4
  • 6/4-11/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 65h 33m total
  • Auckland to San José
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20/1-31/12
  • 20/1-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 39m total
  • Auckland to San José
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Cheapest return flight

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Wed 20/1

08:15-19:54

2 stops30h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,145
Fastest return journey

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Fri 20/11

13:20-13:46

1 stop19h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,209

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Thu 21/1

16:05-11:58

3 stops38h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,360

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Tue 12/1

13:20-20:59

2 stops26h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,494

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Tue 6/4

06:45-21:36

2 stops32h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/4

14:08-16:50

2 stops32h 42m

$2,845

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Sat 26/12

07:30-23:01

2 stops34h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/1

07:30-09:55

2 stops31h 25m

$3,066

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Sun 25/4

15:15-11:07

3 stops37h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 29/4

14:08-14:10

2 stops30h 02m

$3,098

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Sat 19/12

13:20-21:12

2 stops26h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/1

06:22-09:10

2 stops31h 48m

$3,308

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Sat 8/5

07:20-12:50

3 stops47h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 25/5

00:45-16:50

3 stops46h 05m

$3,787

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Sat 26/12

13:20-23:01

1 stop28h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/1

15:08-09:10

1 stop23h 02m

$4,253

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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
7.0
Good
12,235 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.1

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.0

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
7.0
Good
12,235 reviews
American Airlines
7.0
Good
12,235 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.1

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.0

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 (26 hours 52 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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