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$868+ Cheap flights to San José

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— SJO
16 Mar — 23 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to San José in 2026

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Cheapest flights to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available to San José. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 14 February 2026.

Fri 13/213:20
AKL
-
SJO
1 stop20h 33m
American Airlines
Tue 17/213:31
SJO
-
AKL
2 stops44h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 10/2$1,682
Fri 13/220:00
AKL
-
SJO
3 stops46h 50m
Air Canada
Tue 17/208:35
SJO
-
AKL
2 stops55h 25m
Air Canada
Deal found 12/2$6,934
Tue 19/513:25
AKL
-
SJO
2 stops28h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/614:08
SJO
-
AKL
2 stops29h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$9,479

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Find the latest flights to San José in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches and data was last updated on 14 February 2026.

Return from

$9,479

One-way from

$868

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Average price

$2,181
19/5-9/6
  • 19/5-9/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 05m total
  • Auckland to San José
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26/2
  • 26/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 33m total
  • Auckland to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($261 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($152 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Tue 19/5

13:25-23:33

2 stops28h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/6

14:08-14:05

2 stops29h 57m

$9,479

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Tue 19/5

19:50-07:15

1 stop29h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/6

08:45-07:10

1 stop28h 25m

$27,773

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Thu 26/2

08:30-22:43

2 stops33h 13m

$868

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Sat 28/2

14:50-12:22

3 stops40h 32m

$873

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Tue 24/2

14:50-13:40

3 stops41h 50m

$921

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Wed 25/2

14:50-00:07

2 stops28h 17m

$994

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Fri 27/2

16:55-11:40

2 stops37h 45m

$1,190

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Fri 27/2

13:20-22:43

1 stop28h 23m

$1,745

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Tue 24/2

13:20-14:53

1 stop20h 33m

$1,745

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What are the cheapest airlines that fly to San José?

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

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San José. Reviews last updated 14 February 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown United 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,289 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Apr 2025

TPE - SFO

The boarding experience was okay. The dietary food choices were limited, the midway snacks were hard and dry. The seat was uncomfortable - stiff seat cushion, seat back kept springing back to the upright position, narrow seat width. Love the app and the ability to track my luggage. Flight crew was efficient.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,289 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,289 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Apr 2025

TPE - SFO

The boarding experience was okay. The dietary food choices were limited, the midway snacks were hard and dry. The seat was uncomfortable - stiff seat cushion, seat back kept springing back to the upright position, narrow seat width. Love the app and the ability to track my luggage. Flight crew was efficient.

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, United 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, Christchurch offers the quickest one-way flight (38 hours 24 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 María is the closest property to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (0.0 km away from San José Juan Santamaria Intl).

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