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$303+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Barcelona-El Prat (BCN)

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 11/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — BCN
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Barcelona-El Prat are usually found in February or March, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from San José to Barcelona-El Prat

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Barcelona-El Prat (BCN). 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 July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$774
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$314
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,125
From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Barcelona-El Prat
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Cheapest flights from San José to Barcelona-El Prat
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Barcelona-El Prat. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/298:05 amSJO - BCN
1 stop17h 30mAir Canada
Wed 11/121:35 pmBCN - SJO
2 stops41h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 7/27$774
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/288:30 pmSJO - BCN
1 stop19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/138:20 pmBCN - SJO
1 stop27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$779
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/36:15 pmSJO - BCN
1 stop13h 05mIberia
Mon 11/109:15 pmBCN - SJO
1 stop26h 20mIberia
Deal found 7/29$787
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/98:30 pmSJO - BCN
1 stop30h 55mKLM
Sat 11/155:25 pmBCN - SJO
1 stop32h 00mKLM
Deal found 7/30$801
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/297:45 amSJO - BCN
2 stops22h 20mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/101:35 pmBCN - SJO
2 stops28h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$819
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/302:55 pmSJO - BCN
2 stops18h 15mAir France
Wed 10/83:50 pmBCN - SJO
1 stop33h 20mAir France
Deal found 7/30$829
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/147:25 pmSJO - BCN
1 stop14h 45mLufthansa
Tue 10/287:30 amBCN - SJO
2 stops37h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 7/29$852

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to Barcelona-El Prat 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Barcelona-El Prat Airport that are best for you.

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Barcelona-El Prat

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Price

San JoséBarcelona

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/29

8:05 am-8:35 am

1 stop17h 30m

Barcelona-El Prat

Fri 11/14

1:35 pm-12:05 am

2 stops41h 30m

$774

San JoséBarcelona

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/28

8:30 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop19h 35m

Barcelona-El Prat

Thu 11/13

8:20 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop27h 15m

$779

San JoséBarcelona

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/3

6:15 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop13h 05m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 11/10

9:15 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop26h 20m

$787

San JoséBarcelona

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/9

8:30 pm-10:25 am

1 stop30h 55m

Barcelona-El Prat

Sat 11/15

5:25 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop32h 00m

$801

San JoséBarcelona

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/29

7:45 am-1:05 pm

2 stops22h 20m

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 11/10

1:35 pm-11:25 am

2 stops28h 50m

$819

San JoséBarcelona

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/30

2:55 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops18h 15m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 10/8

3:50 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop33h 20m

$829

San JoséBarcelona

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/14

7:25 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop14h 45m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 10/28

7:30 am-2:05 pm

2 stops37h 35m

$852

San JoséBarcelona

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/7

7:50 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops34h 30m

$303

San JoséBarcelona

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/9

1:40 am-9:00 am

1 stop23h 20m

$561

San JoséBarcelona

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/8

7:25 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop13h 45m

$599

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Best time to book a flight from San José to Barcelona-El Prat

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Barcelona-El Prat from San José with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Barcelona-El Prat Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Barcelona-El Prat. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 72 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (average of $523). Flying from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,057). 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 SJO to BCN?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Barcelona-El Prat. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 30, 2025.

When flying from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 12% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San José to Barcelona-El Prat. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Barcelona-El Prat

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Barcelona-El Prat. 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 Barcelona-El Prat. Reviews last updated July 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, Air France, and United Airlines from San José to Barcelona-El Prat Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,465 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,928 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,837 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to Barcelona-El Prat. 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 from for flights from San José to Barcelona-El Prat?

    For a flight from San José to Barcelona-El Prat, you will be flying from Juan Santamaria Intl. San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is just 8.8 mi from the center of the city. Juan Santamaria Intl is the only San José airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Barcelona-El Prat per day. 7 airlines have flights to Barcelona-El Prat from San José Juan Santamaria Intl on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport round-trip?

    Air Canada, at $774, was found to be the cheapest airline from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Iberia and United Airlines. Air Canada is currently priced 25% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport are Avianca ($561), Air France ($599), and Lufthansa ($725).

  • Can I find deals for flights from San José to Barcelona-El Prat that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San José to Barcelona-El Prat flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San José to Barcelona-El Prat?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to Barcelona-El Prat?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Barcelona-El Prat 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 San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (average of $523). Flying from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,057). 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 7 airlines flying from San José to Barcelona-El Prat

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San José to Barcelona-El Prat. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$659Average$918FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$723Average$839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AviancaCheapest$725Average$1,173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
IberiaCheapest$761Average$1,174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$802Average$1,289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air EuropaCheapest$970Average$1,187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
KLMCheapest$1,000Average$1,131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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