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$88+ Cheap flights from 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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — JFK
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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What to know about flights from San José

Discover essential information about flights departing from San José, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the San José airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travelers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated December 4, 2025.

Cheapest one-way flight

$75

Cheapest round-trip flight

$80

Cheapest airline

Avianca

Most popular destination

Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY)

Good round-trip deal

$111 or less

Good one-way deal

$92 or less
The cheapest one-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl is currently to Cancun.
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The cheapest round-trip flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl is currently to Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo.
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On average, Avianca currently has the cheapest one-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (avg. price of $284).
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Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) is currently the most popular flight destination from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (average round-trip price of $220).
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl.
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Cheapest flights from San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on December 4, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/121:30 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 00mSpirit Airlines
Sat 1/1710:30 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/3$142
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/157:22 amSJO - MCO
Nonstop3h 15mVolaris Costa Rica
Fri 2/201:08 pmMCO - SJO
Nonstop3h 12mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 12/2$146
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/311:30 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 00mSpirit Airlines
Wed 2/1810:30 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/2$147
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/87:30 amSJO - MCO
Nonstop3h 07mVolaris Costa Rica
Mon 4/132:08 pmMCO - SJO
Nonstop3h 08mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 12/2$147
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/167:22 amSJO - MCO
Nonstop3h 15mVolaris Costa Rica
Mon 2/231:08 pmMCO - SJO
Nonstop3h 12mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 12/1$150
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/187:22 amSJO - MCO
Nonstop3h 15mVolaris Costa Rica
Mon 2/231:08 pmMCO - SJO
Nonstop3h 12mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 12/2$151
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/247:30 amSJO - MCO
Nonstop3h 07mVolaris Costa Rica
Fri 3/272:08 pmMCO - SJO
Nonstop3h 08mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 12/4$154
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/121:30 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 00mSpirit Airlines
Thu 1/1510:49 pmFLL - SJO
1 stop13h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/2$155
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/21:30 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 00mSpirit Airlines
Fri 2/610:30 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/2$156
This Spirit deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Spirit is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/51:30 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 00mSpirit Airlines
Thu 2/1910:30 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/2$157
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/161:31 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop2h 59mSpirit Airlines
Fri 1/910:30 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/4$161
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/207:30 amSJO - MCO
Nonstop3h 07mVolaris Costa Rica
Fri 4/242:08 pmMCO - SJO
Nonstop3h 08mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 12/2$161

Find flights from San José within your budget

 
Find flights departing from San José that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on December 4, 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches

Fly to

John F Kennedy Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséFort Lauderdale

SJO - FLL

SJOFLL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/5

1:30 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 2/19

10:30 am-12:22 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

$157

San JoséFort Lauderdale

SJO - FLL

SJOFLL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 12/19

1:31 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop2h 59m

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 1/1

10:30 am-12:25 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

$177

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/12

12:40 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Mon 2/16

2:55 pm-12:15 am

1 stop10h 20m

$189

San JoséFort Lauderdale

SJO - FLL

SJOFLL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/27

5:31 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop2h 59m

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 1/1

7:00 am-8:53 am

Nonstop2h 53m

$190

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/28

8:45 am-7:17 pm

1 stop9h 32m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 2/2

9:55 am-6:16 pm

1 stop9h 21m

$194

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/13

8:45 am-8:51 pm

1 stop11h 06m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 2/23

9:55 am-6:16 pm

1 stop9h 21m

$194

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/23

6:30 am-8:54 pm

1 stop13h 24m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 1/27

9:55 am-8:39 pm

1 stop11h 44m

$194

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/21

8:45 am-11:15 pm

1 stop13h 30m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 1/25

9:21 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$194

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/9

6:30 am-11:15 pm

1 stop15h 45m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 2/19

7:45 am-8:39 pm

1 stop13h 54m

$194

San JoséPanama City

SJO - PTY

SJOPTY

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/11

6:15 am-8:40 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sun 1/18

6:46 am-7:06 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$198

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Compare providers for flights from San José

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San José in December
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GurufarePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: Among all the travel providers offering deals on flights from San José, CheapOair has been found to have the most accurate pricing. Users can find the same prices on deals on Cheapflights as CheapOair about >95% of the time. This is based on searches for flights from San José made on Cheapflights over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: In terms of trustworthiness, Cheapflights users rate CheapOair the highest out of those offering flight deals from San José. CheapOair has a user feedback rating of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best) and has received the most positive sentiment from Cheapflights users searching for flights from San José. This info is gathered from Cheapflights searches over the past month.

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Travel insights for flights from San José

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San José including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

When is the best time to book a flight from San José?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on November 28, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San José, you should look to book at least 54 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José (average of $155). Flying from San José in March will prove the most costly (average of $235). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San José?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San José to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from San José would be wise to consider leaving during Sunday mornings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Monday evenings when fares are usually the most expensive.

Which airlines fly from San José?

For flights departing from San José check dates and pricing for the following: JetBlue, Avianca, Copa Airlines, American Airlines, Delta. These airlines depart to the following popular destinations: New York.

Avianca
Avianca
From $69
Copa Airlines
Copa Airlines
From $104
Volaris Costa Rica
Volaris Costa Rica
From $82
United Airlines
United Airlines
From $167

What are popular destinations to fly to from San José?

Some of the most frequent flights departing from San José everyday are: Panama City (132 flights per day), Cobano (102 flights per day), and Puerto Jiménez (91 flights per day).

Panama City Tocumen Intl
Panama City Tocumen Intl
From $90
Orlando
Orlando
From $91
Guatemala City La Aurora
Guatemala City La Aurora
From $79
Miami
Miami
From $116

What is the cheapest place to fly to from San José?

The cheapest city to fly to from San José is Cancun, with prices starting at $75. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Cancun
Cancun
From $75
Mexico City Benito Juarez
Mexico City Benito Juarez
From $77
Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
From $79
Guatemala City La Aurora
Guatemala City La Aurora
From $79

Airline reviews for flights from San José

Read reviews and ratings of airlines operating flights from San José. Gain insights into the quality of service, in-flight amenities, customer experiences, and overall satisfaction to choose the best airline for your San José travel. Please note that the reviews are sourced from user searches and were last updated on December 4, 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Copa Airlines, and American Airlines from San José to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,045 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,899 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,479 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from San José. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated December 4, 2025.

  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from San José?

    This month, the top selected destinations from San José are Bogotá, Cancún, Cartagena. Throughout the year, Bogotá, Cancún, Cartagena are some of the top choices made by users flying from San José.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San José to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of San José for as low as $75 to Cancún (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for $458 to fly from San José.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José to anywhere?

    Over the past few days, we've found that Frontier, Avianca, and Viva have the cheapest prices from San José. Frontier flights from San José to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson ($59), Avianca flights from San José to San Andres Island ($69), and Viva flights from San José to Mexico City Benito Juarez ($80).

  • What is the cheapest premium economy flight from San José?

    Options for some of the cheapest premium economy flights from San José we have found on Cheapflights are as follows:
    Fly from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Fort Lauderdale starting at $254
    Fly from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to San Salvador starting at $449
    Fly from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Orlando Airport starting at $468
    Fly from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Quito starting at $554

  • What is the cheapest first class flight from San José?

    If you’re looking for a cheap first-class flight from San José, consider Fort Lauderdale. Prices start at $230 so you can fly first-class even on a budget.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from San José?

    February is currently the cheapest month to fly from San José. At this moment in time March is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from San José?

    Check out the cheapest flights from San José to embark to:
    Fly from San José to Orlando from $130 round trip
    Fly from San José to Fort Lauderdale from $142 round trip
    Fly from San José to Guatemala City from $144 round trip
    Fly from San José to Medellín from $145 round trip
    Fly from San José to Miami from $147 round trip

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