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$1,389+ Cheap flights to San José

— SJO
18 Sep — 25 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to San José in 2026

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Cheapest flights to San José

Mon 21/1215:50 -
2 stops41h 55m
Tue 29/1200:33 -
2 stops38h 22m
Deal found 18/8$2,904
Wed 16/1213:20 -
2 stops42h 11m
Wed 30/1215:49 -
2 stops47h 06m
Deal found 18/8$2,917
Mon 14/907:00 -
3 stops34h 15m
Mon 21/915:10 -
3 stops27h 35m
Deal found 15/8$2,980
Mon 21/1215:50 -
2 stops40h 12m
Mon 4/115:49 -
2 stops47h 06m
Deal found 18/8$3,026
Wed 16/1213:20 -
2 stops40h 15m
Thu 31/1206:07 -
2 stops32h 18m
Deal found 18/8$3,041
Thu 10/913:50 -
2 stops47h 47m
Sat 19/908:45 -
1 stop28h 25m
Deal found 16/8$3,079
Tue 15/1213:20 -
2 stops50h 30m
Tue 29/1215:49 -
2 stops47h 06m
Deal found 18/8$3,104
Mon 21/1213:20 -
2 stops42h 42m
Tue 29/1214:02 -
2 stops24h 53m
Deal found 18/8$3,118
Thu 10/920:15 -
2 stops35h 37m
Sat 19/917:55 -
2 stops42h 05m
Deal found 16/8$3,154
Tue 15/1213:20 -
2 stops50h 30m
Mon 4/115:49 -
2 stops47h 06m
Deal found 18/8$3,227
Mon 21/1213:20 -
1 stop19h 35m
Thu 31/1206:07 -
2 stops32h 18m
Deal found 18/8$3,242
Mon 28/1219:55 -
2 stops31h 23m
Sun 10/108:30 -
2 stops26h 20m
Deal found 19/8$3,244

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Return from

$2,247

One-way from

$1,389

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$5,251
6/2-15/2
  • 6/2-15/2
  • 5 total stops
  • 56h 41m total
  • Auckland to San José
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19/10
  • 19/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 38h 55m total
  • Auckland to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 29% potential increase in price ($1,218 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($229 potential savings vs. average return price).
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AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Fri 25/12

08:15-23:06

2 stops33h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/1

14:02-09:55

2 stops24h 53m

$3,308

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Sat 19/12

13:20-21:02

2 stops26h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/1

11:35-09:55

2 stops27h 20m

$3,776
Fastest return journey

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Mon 14/9

13:50-19:37

2 stops23h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 21/9

07:55-05:30

1 stop27h 35m

$4,075
Cheapest one-way

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Mon 19/10

16:05-12:00

3 stops38h 55m

$1,389
Fastest single journey

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Tue 12/1

13:20-19:44

2 stops25h 24m

$1,476

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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
11,962 reviews
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Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.1

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

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
11,962 reviews
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,962 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.1

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

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 (26 hours 16 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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