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Cheap flights from New Zealand to San José from $1,562

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 15/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SJO
15 Jul — 22 Jul1
1 adult

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 10 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,582

One-way from

$1,562

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$4,518
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 22/12-9/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 81h 15m total
  • New Zealand to San José
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Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 15/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 05m total
  • New Zealand to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($1,421 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($422 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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Find flight deals from New Zealand to San José

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 10 July 2025.

Mon 22/1213:20AKL - SJO
2 stops25h 10mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/107:00SJO - AKL
2 stops56h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/7$2,582
Sun 24/813:00CHC - SJO
3 stops36h 28mMultiple Airlines
Sun 31/814:37SJO - CHC
3 stops49h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7$2,590
Sun 9/1109:40CHC - SJO
2 stops32h 20mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/1115:00SJO - CHC
2 stops28h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/7$3,029
Sun 9/1106:10CHC - SJO
3 stops36h 55mAir Canada
Wed 12/1108:35SJO - CHC
3 stops43h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 9/7$3,582
Thu 25/1220:10AKL - SJO
2 stops21h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/102:26SJO - AKL
1 stop32h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/7$3,870
Thu 25/1215:50AKL - SJO
2 stops23h 49mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/109:30SJO - AKL
1 stop28h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/7$4,164
Sun 13/717:00CHC - SJO
2 stops56h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 13/813:30SJO - CHC
2 stops25h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/7$5,046

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

Fly from

New Zealand

Fly to

San José

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Mon 22/12

13:20-19:30

2 stops25h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/1

07:00-10:05

2 stops56h 05m

$2,582

ChristchurchSan José

CHC - SJO

CHCSJO

Christchurch

Sun 24/8

13:00-07:28

3 stops36h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 31/8

14:37-09:55

3 stops49h 18m

$2,590

ChristchurchSan José

CHC - SJO

CHCSJO

Christchurch

Sun 9/11

09:40-23:00

2 stops32h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/11

15:00-14:40

2 stops28h 40m

$3,029

ChristchurchSan José

CHC - SJO

CHCSJO

Christchurch

Sun 9/11

06:10-00:05

3 stops36h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/11

08:35-23:05

3 stops43h 30m

$3,582

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Thu 25/12

20:10-22:55

2 stops21h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/1

02:26-06:05

1 stop32h 39m

$3,870

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Thu 25/12

15:50-20:39

2 stops23h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/1

09:30-09:10

1 stop28h 40m

$4,164

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Mon 15/12

14:00-00:05

2 stops29h 05m

$1,562

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Mon 15/12

15:10-14:10

3 stops42h 00m

$1,711

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Mon 15/12

13:20-14:09

1 stop19h 49m

$1,738

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Deals found on 9/7

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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 10 July 2025.

When flying from New Zealand to San José, San José Province, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 10 July 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Zealand to San José, such as United Airlines, American Airlines, andAir Canada. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,846 reviews
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Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.0

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
8,846 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,846 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.0

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
8,846 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.0

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
9,695 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,846 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.0

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

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.

  • 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.

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Top airline flying from New Zealand to San José

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$3,045Average$4,747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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