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$178+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Cleveland (CLE)

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 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — CLE
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Cleveland Hopkins Intl are usually found in April or July, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San José to Cleveland

Cheapest flights from San José to Cleveland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Cleveland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/293:05 pmSJO - CLE
2 stops32h 49mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/222:11 pmCLE - SJO
1 stop23h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$358
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Mon 12/298:45 amSJO - CLE
1 stop25h 28mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/227:29 pmCLE - SJO
1 stop18h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$399
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/201:31 pmSJO - CLE
1 stop20h 06mSpirit Airlines
Sun 1/257:01 pmCLE - SJO
1 stop18h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/10$407
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/203:55 pmSJO - CLE
1 stop7h 47mDelta
Sun 1/252:27 pmCLE - SJO
1 stop8h 48mDelta
Deal found 12/11$440
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2812:34 amSJO - CLE
1 stop10h 57mAmerican Airlines
Sun 2/229:55 amCLE - SJO
2 stops12h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$443
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/203:29 pmSJO - CLE
2 stops16h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/2511:09 amCLE - SJO
2 stops9h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$451
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Thu 12/2511:28 pmSJO - CLE
1 stop9h 19mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/302:55 pmCLE - SJO
1 stop30h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$473
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2412:34 amSJO - CLE
2 stops16h 42mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/306:00 amCLE - SJO
1 stop16h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$496
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/121:31 pmSJO - CLE
1 stop7h 42mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/196:30 amCLE - SJO
2 stops27h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$510
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Fri 12/128:45 amSJO - CLE
1 stop25h 23mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/196:00 amCLE - SJO
1 stop15h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$517

Find flight deals from San José to Cleveland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Cleveland (CLE). 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$287
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$178
(eDestinos)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$483
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to Cleveland 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Cleveland that are best for you.

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Cleveland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséCleveland

SJO - CLE

SJOCLE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/9

2:58 pm-9:35 am

2 stops41h 37m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sun 1/18

4:54 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop23h 26m

$290

San JoséCleveland

SJO - CLE

SJOCLE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/9

12:33 pm-12:26 am

1 stop10h 53m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sun 2/22

2:11 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop23h 11m

$293

San JoséCleveland

SJO - CLE

SJOCLE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/30

1:30 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop8h 14m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sat 2/7

7:10 am-12:22 pm

2 stops30h 12m

$304

San JoséCleveland

SJO - CLE

SJOCLE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/25

1:30 pm-11:11 pm

2 stops32h 41m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sun 2/1

7:01 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop18h 21m

$325

San JoséCleveland

SJO - CLE

SJOCLE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/25

1:30 pm-6:06 pm

1 stop27h 36m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sun 2/1

7:01 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop18h 21m

$332

San JoséCleveland

SJO - CLE

SJOCLE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/23

1:30 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop8h 14m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Fri 1/30

7:01 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop18h 21m

$374

San JoséCleveland

SJO - CLE

SJOCLE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/23

6:30 am-9:58 pm

1 stop14h 28m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Mon 1/26

12:14 pm-7:53 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$378

San JoséCleveland

SJO - CLE

SJOCLE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/9

2:58 pm-7:53 am

2 stops39h 55m

$178

San JoséCleveland

SJO - CLE

SJOCLE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/7

1:31 pm-6:06 pm

1 stop27h 35m

$187

San JoséCleveland

SJO - CLE

SJOCLE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/23

1:31 pm-10:37 am

1 stop20h 06m

$192

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Deals found on 12/10

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Compare providers for flights from San José to Cleveland

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 to Cleveland in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice 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: When it comes to deals on San José-Cleveland flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San José-Cleveland flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José-Cleveland flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Cleveland flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San José-Cleveland flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San José to Cleveland

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cleveland 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 Cleveland

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José to Cleveland?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Cleveland. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San José to Cleveland may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 47 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Cleveland (average of $217). Flying from San José to Cleveland in March is currently the most expensive (average of $350). 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 CLE?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Cleveland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San José to Cleveland in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 19% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cleveland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cleveland. 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 Cleveland. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San José to Cleveland, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to Cleveland. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José to Cleveland round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $231, was found to be the cheapest airline from San José to Cleveland.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and Delta. United Airlines is currently priced 49% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José to Cleveland one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San José to Cleveland are American Airlines ($220), United Airlines ($222), and Delta ($238).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San José to Cleveland?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to Cleveland?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Cleveland 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 to Cleveland?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Cleveland (average of $217). Flying from San José to Cleveland in March is currently the most expensive (average of $350). 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 3 airlines flying from San José to Cleveland

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San José to Cleveland. 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$345Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$372Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$392Average$567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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