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Cheap flights from New Zealand to San José from $1,030

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 12/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SJO
1 Mar — 8 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 January 2026.

Sat 23/513:25
AKL
-
SJO
3 stops40h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 30/514:07
SJO
-
AKL
2 stops29h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/1$2,165
Sat 31/113:15
AKL
-
SJO
2 stops29h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/214:54
SJO
-
AKL
1 stop23h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/1$2,290
Thu 26/206:50
AKL
-
SJO
2 stops34h 53m
American Airlines
Mon 2/307:00
SJO
-
AKL
2 stops55h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 27/1$2,476
Sat 1/813:25
AKL
-
SJO
2 stops28h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 30/807:00
SJO
-
AKL
2 stops37h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/1$2,526
Fri 3/708:20
AKL
-
SJO
2 stops32h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 18/714:07
SJO
-
AKL
2 stops29h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/1$2,544
Thu 15/1016:35
AKL
-
SJO
3 stops25h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 15/115:05
SJO
-
AKL
3 stops27h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/1$2,701
Tue 27/1009:40
CHC
-
SJO
2 stops27h 05m
American Airlines
Sat 31/1007:35
SJO
-
CHC
2 stops45h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 27/1$3,272
Tue 27/1006:10
CHC
-
SJO
3 stops36h 10m
Air Canada
Sat 31/1007:35
SJO
-
CHC
3 stops44h 30m
Air Canada
Deal found 27/1$3,898

Find flight deals from New Zealand to San José

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to San José flight deals. Data was last updated 30 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$2,165

One-way from

$1,030

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$4,060
23/5-30/5
  • 23/5-30/5
  • 5 total stops
  • 70h 32m total
  • New Zealand to San José
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12/2
  • 12/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 13m total
  • New Zealand to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($389 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($224 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Departure

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Price

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Sat 23/5

13:25-11:59

3 stops40h 34m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 30/5

14:07-14:05

2 stops29h 58m

$2,165

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Thu 26/2

06:50-22:43

2 stops34h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/3

07:00-09:55

2 stops55h 55m

$2,476

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Fri 3/7

08:20-22:35

2 stops32h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 18/7

14:07-14:05

2 stops29h 58m

$2,544

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Tue 24/3

20:10-23:15

2 stops22h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 31/3

19:45-05:55

2 stops39h 10m

$3,040

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Mon 23/3

19:35-23:53

1 stop23h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 29/3

16:35-05:55

2 stops42h 20m

$3,045

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Wed 18/3

14:50-23:53

2 stops28h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 31/3

05:45-05:00

2 stops28h 15m

$3,210

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Thu 12/2

13:20-20:33

2 stops26h 13m

$1,030

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Tue 10/2

14:50-11:25

3 stops39h 35m

$1,074

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Wed 11/2

06:10-23:40

3 stops36h 30m

$1,165

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Sun 15/2

20:10-11:40

3 stops58h 30m

$1,178

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to San José

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to San José

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to San José?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to San José (average of $1,211). Flying from New Zealand to San José in August is currently the most expensive (average of $5,090). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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 30 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Zealand to San José, such as United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Kevin,Dec 2025

BOS - EWR

Seems like every United flight has a delay and it’s always someone else’s fault. Step up and take some accountability
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Kevin,Dec 2025

BOS - EWR

Seems like every United flight has a delay and it’s always someone else’s fault. Step up and take some accountability

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    For a flight from New Zealand to San José, you will be flying into Juan Santamaria Intl. San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is just 14.1 km from the centre of the city.

  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to San José?

    Departing from New Zealand to San José will take you 34h 53m. There are 11640 km between New Zealand and San José.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to San José that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Zealand to San José flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to San José?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Zealand to San José.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Zealand to San José?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand to San José by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to San José?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to San José (average of $1,211). Flying from New Zealand to San José in August is currently the most expensive (average of $5,090). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from New Zealand to San José

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$2,975Average$3,963FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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