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$1,417+ Cheap flights to San José

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 9/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— SJO
15 May — 22 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to San José in 2026

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Cheapest flights to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available to San José. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 15 April 2026.

Fri 1/508:20
AKL
-
SJO
2 stops33h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/514:08
SJO
-
AKL
2 stops29h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4$2,635
Sun 10/507:00
AKL
-
SJO
2 stops42h 15m
United Airlines
Sun 17/508:45
SJO
-
AKL
2 stops45h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/4$3,065
Sat 2/516:25
AKL
-
SJO
2 stops44h 42m
American Airlines
Wed 6/506:30
SJO
-
AKL
2 stops28h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 12/4$3,547
Sat 2/519:50
AKL
-
SJO
1 stop34h 31m
United Airlines
Wed 6/513:25
SJO
-
AKL
2 stops46h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 10/4$4,249

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Find the latest flights to San José in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches and data was last updated on 15 April 2026.

Return from

$2,635

One-way from

$1,161

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$4,916
1/5-5/5
  • 1/5-5/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 63h 22m total
  • Auckland to San José
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7/9
  • 7/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 46m total
  • Auckland to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($440 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($177 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Fri 1/5

08:20-23:45

2 stops33h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/5

14:08-14:05

2 stops29h 57m

$2,635

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Sun 10/5

07:00-07:15

2 stops42h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 17/5

06:00-06:00

1 stop30h 00m

$3,268

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Sat 2/5

16:25-19:07

2 stops44h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/5

06:30-04:55

2 stops28h 25m

$3,547

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Sat 2/5

19:50-12:21

1 stop34h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/5

13:25-06:00

2 stops46h 35m

$4,249
Cheapest one-way

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Tue 9/6

08:20-23:33

2 stops33h 13m

$1,417

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Wed 1/7

08:20-22:42

2 stops32h 22m

$1,431
Fastest single journey

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Wed 1/7

19:50-22:39

1 stop20h 49m

$2,703

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What are the cheapest airlines that fly to San José?

The cheapest airline flying from Auckland to San José is United Airlines.

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 15 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown United 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,589 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

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
9,589 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,589 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

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.

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, United 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, Christchurch offers the quickest one-way flight (35 hours 20 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 María is the closest property to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (0.0 km away from San José Juan Santamaria Intl).

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