Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro (RIO) to San José (SJO) from $283

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 9/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
RIO — SJO
Jun 7 — Jun 141

The best prices from Rio de Janeiro to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in June or September, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rio de Janeiro (RIO) to San José (SJO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 2, 2024.

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June

Round-trip from

$385

One-way from

$283
High demand for flights, 24% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 16% potential price drop
From Rio de Janeiro (RIO) to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
One-way flight from Rio de Janeiro (RIO) to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Rio de Janeiro to San José, San José Province?

Travelers have found that booking a Friday departure is the best way to save up to 120% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to San José, San José Province?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 34 days in advance, which can save you up to 48% on flights from Rio de Janeiro to San José, San José Province compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 34 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $493. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $752.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to San José, San José Province?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in January. For low rates, June can be a great choice for travel to San José, San José Province. Flights to San José, San José Province from Rio de Janeiro in June are about $628 on average during June, but can be found for as low as $341.

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

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Rio de Janeiro to San José, San José Province in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 7% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Cheap Copa Airlines flights from Rio de Janeiro to San José

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Copa Airlines for the route between Rio de Janeiro and San José. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Consider these cheap Copa Airlines flights we've found departing from Rio de Janeiro to San José. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Wed 6/121:24 amGIG - SJO
1 stop20h 29mCopa Airlines
Tue 6/188:27 amSJO - GIG
1 stop12h 47mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/2$581
Thu 10/311:25 amGIG - SJO
1 stop11h 35mCopa Airlines
Sat 11/168:07 amSJO - GIG
1 stop13h 18mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/1$597
Thu 10/1010:45 amGIG - SJO
1 stop11h 19mCopa Airlines
Mon 10/142:29 pmSJO - GIG
1 stop14h 31mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/1$613
Fri 11/15:20 amGIG - SJO
1 stop16h 47mCopa Airlines
Fri 11/154:08 amSJO - GIG
1 stop17h 17mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/1$615
Thu 10/311:25 amGIG - SJO
1 stop14h 46mCopa Airlines
Thu 11/144:08 amSJO - GIG
1 stop17h 17mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/1$645
Fri 11/1510:45 amGIG - SJO
1 stop11h 22mCopa Airlines
Wed 11/208:44 amSJO - GIG
1 stop16h 06mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/1$693
Thu 7/251:32 amGIG - SJO
1 stop9h 17mCopa Airlines
Wed 7/314:15 amSJO - GIG
1 stop17h 00mCopa Airlines
Deal found 5/31$731
Fri 11/1510:45 amGIG - SJO
1 stop11h 22mCopa Airlines
Tue 11/194:08 amSJO - GIG
1 stop17h 17mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/1$805
Thu 11/141:25 amGIG - SJO
1 stop11h 35mCopa Airlines
Wed 11/208:07 amSJO - GIG
1 stop16h 43mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/1$811

Cheap SWISS flights from Rio de Janeiro to San José

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by SWISS for the route between Rio de Janeiro and San José. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest SWISS flights we've found from Rio de Janeiro to San José. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Sun 8/184:25 pmGIG - SJO
2 stops71h 45mSWISS
Sun 8/252:50 pmSJO - GIG
3 stops35h 45mSWISS
Deal found 6/1$12,468
Mon 7/223:05 pmGIG - SJO
2 stops49h 05mSWISS
Wed 7/312:40 pmSJO - GIG
3 stops35h 55mSWISS
Deal found 6/1$12,785

Cheap Rio de Janeiro to San José flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Rio de Janeiro to San José specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Prices were last updated on June 2, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to San José in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Tue 6/41:24 amGIG - SJO
1 stop9h 25mCopa Airlines
Thu 6/1311:04 amSJO - GIG
1 stop10h 10mCopa Airlines
Deal found 5/31$580
Wed 6/121:24 amGIG - SJO
1 stop20h 29mCopa Airlines
Tue 6/188:27 amSJO - GIG
1 stop12h 47mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/2$581

Rio de Janeiro to San José 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Rio de Janeiro and San José in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to San José in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Tue 6/41:24 amGIG - SJO
1 stop9h 25mCopa Airlines
Thu 6/1311:04 amSJO - GIG
1 stop10h 10mCopa Airlines
Deal found 5/31$580
Wed 6/121:24 amGIG - SJO
1 stop20h 29mCopa Airlines
Tue 6/188:27 amSJO - GIG
1 stop12h 47mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/2$581
Thu 10/311:25 amGIG - SJO
1 stop11h 35mCopa Airlines
Fri 11/158:07 amSJO - GIG
1 stop13h 18mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/1$597
Thu 10/1010:45 amGIG - SJO
1 stop11h 19mCopa Airlines
Mon 10/142:29 pmSJO - GIG
1 stop14h 31mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/1$613
Fri 11/15:20 amGIG - SJO
1 stop16h 47mCopa Airlines
Fri 11/154:08 amSJO - GIG
1 stop17h 17mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/1$615
Thu 10/311:25 amGIG - SJO
1 stop14h 46mCopa Airlines
Thu 11/144:08 amSJO - GIG
1 stop17h 17mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/1$645
Fri 11/1510:45 amGIG - SJO
1 stop11h 22mCopa Airlines
Wed 11/208:44 amSJO - GIG
1 stop16h 06mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/1$693
Thu 7/251:32 amGIG - SJO
1 stop9h 17mCopa Airlines
Wed 7/314:15 amSJO - GIG
1 stop17h 00mCopa Airlines
Deal found 5/31$731
Fri 11/1510:45 amGIG - SJO
1 stop11h 22mCopa Airlines
Tue 11/194:08 amSJO - GIG
1 stop17h 17mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/1$805

Rio de Janeiro to San José flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Rio de Janeiro to San José for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Check out these flights departing soon from Rio de Janeiro to San José. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Wed 6/121:24 amGIG - SJO
1 stop20h 29mCopa Airlines
Tue 6/188:27 amSJO - GIG
1 stop12h 47mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/2$581

One-way flights to San José from Rio de Janeiro

Search for one-way flight options from Rio de Janeiro to San José. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Rio de Janeiro to San José can choose from these deals. Users can also find round-trip Rio de Janeiro to San José flights by using the search form above.
Mon 9/231:30 amGIG - SJO
1 stop17h 20mAvianca
Deal found 6/1$283
Wed 10/161:20 amGIG - SJO
1 stop20h 44mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/1$284
Sat 9/281:30 amGIG - SJO
1 stop9h 19mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/2$300
Sat 10/121:20 amGIG - SJO
1 stop9h 48mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/1$318
Sun 10/1310:45 amGIG - SJO
1 stop11h 19mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/1$396
Tue 9/247:20 amGIG - SJO
2 stops16h 50mAvianca
Deal found 6/1$446
Mon 9/231:30 amGIG - SJO
2 stops16h 55mAvianca
Deal found 6/1$459

Find flights from Rio de Janeiro to San José within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Rio de Janeiro to San José that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.

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Price

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

GIG - SJO

GIGSJO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 6/12

1 stop20h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/18

1 stop12h 47m

$581

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

GIG - SJO

GIGSJO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 10/31

1 stop11h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/16

1 stop13h 18m

$597

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

GIG - SJO

GIGSJO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 10/10

1 stop11h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/14

1 stop14h 31m

$613

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

GIG - SJO

GIGSJO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 11/1

1 stop16h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/15

1 stop17h 17m

$615

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

GIG - SJO

GIGSJO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 10/31

1 stop14h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/14

1 stop17h 17m

$645

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

GIG - SJO

GIGSJO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 11/15

1 stop11h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/20

1 stop16h 06m

$693

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

GIG - SJO

GIGSJO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Thu 7/25

1 stop9h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/31

1 stop17h 00m

$731

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

GIG - SJO

GIGSJO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 11/15

1 stop11h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/19

1 stop17h 17m

$805

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão IntlSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

GIG - SJO

GIGSJO

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 11/15

2 stops28h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/20

2 stops43h 55m

$1,546

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Rio de Janeiro to San José. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Rio de Janeiro to San José, San José Province, you should look to book at least 81 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Rio de Janeiro to San José, San José Province?

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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Rio de Janeiro to San José, San José Province flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Temperature and rainfall in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SJO

Temperature

64.4 - 69.8 °F

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 June 2, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Rio de Janeiro to San José, see what other customers have to say about Copa Airlines and SWISS. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
2,599 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The food is horrible and little, a single meal is served on a 7 hour flight. The movies are old and there are very few options in Portuguese. Regarding the crew, they are not helpful or friendly.

8.0
Very good
2,599 reviews
8.0
Very good
2,599 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The food is horrible and little, a single meal is served on a 7 hour flight. The movies are old and there are very few options in Portuguese. Regarding the crew, they are not helpful or friendly.

7.8
Good
1,940 reviews
8.0
Very good
2,599 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The food is horrible and little, a single meal is served on a 7 hour flight. The movies are old and there are very few options in Portuguese. Regarding the crew, they are not helpful or friendly.

7.5
Good
3,630 reviews
8.0
Very good
2,599 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The food is horrible and little, a single meal is served on a 7 hour flight. The movies are old and there are very few options in Portuguese. Regarding the crew, they are not helpful or friendly.

6.8
Okay
6,755 reviews
8.0
Very good
2,599 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The food is horrible and little, a single meal is served on a 7 hour flight. The movies are old and there are very few options in Portuguese. Regarding the crew, they are not helpful or friendly.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San José from Rio de Janeiro?

    If you book a flight to San José from Rio de Janeiro, you will be flying to Juan Santamaria Intl, which is the city’s only airport. San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is located 8.8 mi from the center of San José. There are 0 flights from Rio de Janeiro to Juan Santamaria Intl per day from 1 airline.

  • Can I find flights from Rio de Janeiro to San José, San José Province for under $600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Rio de Janeiro to San José, San José Province for under $600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Copa Airlines for just $581, but on average you can expect to pay $2,482.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Rio de Janeiro to San José, San José Province for under $600?

    There are currently 1+ open flights from Rio de Janeiro to San José, San José Province within the next 7 days for less than $600.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Rio de Janeiro to San José, San José Province round-trip?

    Flying on Copa Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San José, San José Province, with prices starting at $581. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by British Airways and SWISS, with the lowest prices starting at $1,546 and $12,468, respectively. Copa Airlines is 7% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What does GIG to SJO mean?

    GIG and SJO are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. GIG to SJO refers to a flight route from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rio de Janeiro to San José that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Rio de Janeiro to San José flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Rio de Janeiro to San José with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Rio de Janeiro to San José flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rio de Janeiro to San José that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Rio de Janeiro to San José flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to San José?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Rio de Janeiro to San José?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rio de Janeiro 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rio de Janeiro to San José that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Rio de Janeiro to San José offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Rio de Janeiro to San José?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Rio de Janeiro to San José flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Rio de Janeiro to San José, San José Province flight deals updated?

    The Rio de Janeiro to San José, San José Province flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/2.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to San José, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to San José, San José Province (average of $385). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to San José, San José Province in July is currently the most expensive (average of $524). 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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Copa AirlinesCheapest$326Average$600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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