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$1,023+ 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 8/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— SJO
6 Jul — 13 Jul1
1 adult

Flights to San José, Costa Rica in 2025

Find the latest flights to San José in 2025, 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 1 July 2025.

Return from

$2,034

One-way from

$1,023

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$4,474
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 26/12-4/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 68h 15m total
  • Auckland to San José
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8/7
  • 8/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 30m total
  • Auckland to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($1,392 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($415 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in July 2025
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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 1 July 2025.

Mon 15/1214:00AKL - SJO
2 stops52h 15mAir Canada
Mon 12/109:05SJO - AKL
2 stops30h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 1/7$2,771
Fri 12/1219:35AKL - SJO
1 stop22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/102:26SJO - AKL
2 stops40h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$2,807
Mon 15/1215:50AKL - SJO
2 stops37h 45mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/106:29SJO - AKL
1 stop31h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/7$2,817
Sun 14/1209:00AKL - SJO
2 stops42h 32mUnited Airlines
Wed 14/109:30SJO - AKL
2 stops36h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/7$3,197

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Departure

Return

Price

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Tue 8/7

08:00-23:30

2 stops33h 30m

$1,023

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Mon 7/7

19:45-20:25

2 stops66h 40m

$1,333

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Wed 9/7

19:45-11:38

2 stops33h 53m

$1,680

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Wed 9/7

15:50-11:40

2 stops37h 50m

$1,741

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Deals found on 30/6

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Everything you need to know about your flight to San José

How long is the flight to San José?

On average, a flight from Auckland to San José takes 26 hours 5 minutes. Flights to San José from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to San José?

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

United Airlines
United Airlines
From $1,832

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to San José?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to San José are Air Canada and United Airlines.

Rainfall in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José ranges from 0.0 - 300.0 mm per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 300.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit San José when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

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 1 July 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, American Airlines, andAir Canada 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
8,852 reviews
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Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

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
8,852 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,852 reviews
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Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,852 reviews
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Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

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.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,660 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,852 reviews
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Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

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, Air Canada 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 5 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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