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Cheap flights from New Zealand to San José from $913

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 24/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SJO
2 Jan — 9 Jan1
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 3 December 2025.

Mon 22/1215:50AKL - SJO
2 stops41h 39mBritish Airways
Fri 9/106:00SJO - AKL
2 stops32h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/12$2,543
Mon 22/1213:20AKL - SJO
2 stops42h 09mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/107:09SJO - AKL
2 stops55h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/12$2,598
Sun 21/1213:20AKL - SJO
2 stops40h 12mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/107:09SJO - AKL
2 stops55h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/12$2,629

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 3 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,098

One-way from

$913

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$3,142
16/4-13/5
  • 16/4-13/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 76h 16m total
  • New Zealand to San José
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24/2
  • 24/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 42h 17m total
  • New Zealand to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($637 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($269 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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New Zealand

Fly to

San José

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Thu 26/2

13:20-10:25

2 stops40h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/3

07:00-09:10

2 stops55h 10m

$2,303

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Mon 22/12

15:50-14:29

2 stops41h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/1

06:00-09:55

2 stops32h 55m

$2,543

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Mon 22/12

13:20-10:32

2 stops40h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/1

07:09-09:55

2 stops55h 46m

$2,603

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Sun 21/12

13:20-10:32

2 stops40h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/1

07:09-09:10

2 stops55h 01m

$2,629

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Thu 16/4

20:15-23:42

1 stop21h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 13/5

01:06-06:00

1 stop34h 54m

$2,819

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Fri 26/12

13:20-10:32

2 stops40h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 4/1

15:16-09:10

1 stop22h 54m

$2,934

ChristchurchSan José

CHC - SJO

CHCSJO

Christchurch

Thu 26/2

09:50-22:43

2 stops31h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/3

00:31-13:15

2 stops41h 44m

$3,050

ChristchurchSan José

CHC - SJO

CHCSJO

Christchurch

Thu 26/2

06:10-00:05

3 stops36h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/3

08:35-23:05

3 stops43h 30m

$4,006

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Tue 24/2

08:00-07:17

3 stops42h 17m

$913

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Mon 2/3

14:50-07:17

3 stops35h 27m

$922

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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 $1,283). Flying from New Zealand to San José in August is currently the most expensive (average of $5,392). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NZ to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 3 December 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New Zealand to San José is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 19% on airfare.

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 3 December 2025.
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
9,063 reviews
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Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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
9,063 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,063 reviews
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Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 36h 55m. There are 11829 km between New Zealand and San José. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 $1,283). Flying from New Zealand to San José in August is currently the most expensive (average of $5,392). 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$3,152Average$4,198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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