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Cheap flights from New Zealand to San José from $839

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 1/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SJO
18 Feb — 25 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 19 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$2,000

One-way from

$839

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$4,281
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 26/2-2/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 112h 32m total
  • New Zealand to San José
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1/2
  • 1/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 07m total
  • New Zealand to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($433 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($248 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 19 January 2026.

Fri 23/113:20
AKL
-
SJO
2 stops25h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/208:00
SJO
-
AKL
2 stops30h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$1,863
Tue 11/814:00
AKL
-
SJO
2 stops27h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 12/801:11
SJO
-
AKL
2 stops41h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$1,986
Thu 26/213:20
AKL
-
SJO
2 stops66h 21m
American Airlines
Mon 2/315:59
SJO
-
AKL
2 stops46h 11m
American Airlines
Deal found 16/1$2,000
Tue 19/520:15
AKL
-
SJO
1 stop21h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/605:45
SJO
-
AKL
2 stops30h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$2,014
Sat 14/213:20
AKL
-
SJO
2 stops40h 04m
American Airlines
Sat 21/214:55
SJO
-
AKL
2 stops24h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 17/1$2,061
Thu 14/520:15
AKL
-
SJO
1 stop21h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 28/505:45
SJO
-
AKL
2 stops30h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$2,064
Thu 14/520:15
AKL
-
SJO
1 stop21h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/605:45
SJO
-
AKL
3 stops36h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$2,130
Tue 4/820:15
AKL
-
SJO
1 stop21h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 18/805:45
SJO
-
AKL
2 stops30h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$2,142
Tue 19/520:15
AKL
-
SJO
1 stop21h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 28/505:45
SJO
-
AKL
3 stops36h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$2,149
Fri 15/520:15
AKL
-
SJO
1 stop21h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/605:45
SJO
-
AKL
3 stops36h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$2,165
Thu 5/306:15
CHC
-
SJO
2 stops36h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/301:28
SJO
-
CHC
2 stops51h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1$2,243
Tue 27/1009:40
CHC
-
SJO
2 stops27h 05m
American Airlines
Sat 31/1007:35
SJO
-
CHC
2 stops36h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 18/1$3,322

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to San José that are best for you.

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New Zealand

Fly to

San José

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Thu 26/2

13:20-10:24

2 stops40h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/3

00:35-09:10

1 stop37h 35m

$2,000

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Sat 14/2

13:20-10:24

2 stops40h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 21/2

14:55-09:55

2 stops24h 00m

$2,061

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Thu 14/5

20:15-23:33

1 stop21h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 28/5

05:45-06:00

2 stops30h 15m

$2,064

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Mon 18/5

20:15-23:33

1 stop21h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/6

05:45-12:40

3 stops36h 55m

$2,130

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Sat 31/1

13:20-19:44

2 stops25h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/2

14:54-09:10

1 stop23h 16m

$2,193

ChristchurchSan José

CHC - SJO

CHCSJO

Christchurch

Thu 5/3

06:15-00:07

2 stops36h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/3

01:28-00:25

2 stops51h 57m

$2,243

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Wed 20/5

20:15-23:33

1 stop21h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/6

00:53-12:40

2 stops41h 47m

$2,247

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Sun 1/2

20:10-07:17

2 stops30h 07m

$839

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Mon 18/5

20:15-07:17

2 stops29h 02m

$853

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Sun 31/5

20:15-07:17

2 stops29h 02m

$860

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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 $1,277). Flying from New Zealand to San José in August is currently the most expensive (average of $5,367). 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 19 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
9,176 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

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
9,176 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,176 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

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 40h 04m. 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 $1,277). Flying from New Zealand to San José in August is currently the most expensive (average of $5,367). 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$3,138Average$4,179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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