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$173+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA (SJC) to Costa Rica

SJC — SJO
Dec 12 — Dec 191
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Costa Rica

Sat 12/52:58 pm -
2 stops21h 21m
Sat 12/122:02 pm -
2 stops23h 06m
Deal found 11/10$548
Mon 11/236:00 am -
1 stop14h 49m
Tue 12/82:46 pm -
1 stop10h 13m
Deal found 11/9$645
Mon 11/236:30 am -
1 stop13h 45m
Tue 12/82:37 pm -
2 stops22h 04m
Deal found 11/12$646
Fri 12/45:32 pm -
2 stops26h 20m
Sat 12/123:00 pm -
1 stop20h 38m
Deal found 11/11$652
Thu 12/311:25 am -
1 stop9h 19m
Tue 12/85:35 am -
2 stops17h 32m
Deal found 11/9$655
Mon 12/2810:30 pm -
1 stop12h 15m
Tue 1/123:25 pm -
2 stops22h 38m
Deal found 11/11$659
Mon 11/236:30 am -
1 stop13h 45m
Wed 11/257:00 am -
1 stop17h 12m
Deal found 11/9$659
Mon 12/74:10 pm -
2 stops19h 00m
Wed 12/161:00 pm -
1 stop9h 53m
Deal found 11/11$665
Mon 11/164:14 pm -
2 stops18h 47m
Sun 12/133:54 pm -
2 stops21h 14m
Deal found 11/7$668
Thu 12/1011:25 am -
1 stop9h 19m
Thu 12/175:35 am -
2 stops15h 53m
Deal found 11/10$670
Mon 12/76:30 am -
1 stop13h 47m
Wed 12/97:00 am -
1 stop17h 13m
Deal found 11/9$677
Sun 12/62:50 pm -
2 stops29h 27m
Wed 12/97:00 am -
1 stop17h 13m
Deal found 11/9$681

Find flight deals from San Jose to Costa Rica

Round-trip from

$453
(Volaris)

One-way from

$206
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$525
From San Jose to Costa Rica
One-way flight from San Jose to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($112 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 10% potential price decrease ($59 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2026

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San JoseSan José

SJC San Jose - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

SJCSJO

San Jose

Mon 3/15

7:00 am-9:24 pm

1 stop13h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$268

San JoseSan José

SJC San Jose - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

SJCSJO

San Jose

Sun 1/24

6:30 am-9:49 pm

1 stop13h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$268

San JoseSan José

SJC San Jose - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

SJCSJO

San Jose

Mon 3/15

4:00 pm-11:15 am

2 stops18h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$308

San JoseSan José

SJC San Jose - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

SJCSJO

San Jose

Wed 3/10

7:00 am-10:05 pm

1 stop13h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$308

San JoseSan José

SJC San Jose - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

SJCSJO

San Jose

Tue 3/16

7:00 am-9:24 pm

1 stop13h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$308

San JoseLiberia

SJC San Jose - LIR Liberia

SJCLIR

San Jose

Mon 3/15

4:00 pm-11:56 am

2 stops18h 56m

Liberia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$311

San JoseLiberia

SJC San Jose - LIR Liberia

SJCLIR

San Jose

Mon 12/28

10:30 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop12h 15m

Liberia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$311

San JoseLiberia

SJC San Jose - LIR Liberia

SJCLIR

San Jose

Mon 3/29

7:55 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop20h 30m

Liberia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$321

San JoseSan José

SJC San Jose - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

SJCSJO

San Jose

Sat 12/5

8:45 am-6:25 am

2 stops19h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$368

San JoseSan José

SJC San Jose - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

SJCSJO

San Jose

Thu 4/1

9:00 am-10:11 am

2 stops24h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-10:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$373

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Jose to Costa Rica

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose, California to Costa Rica?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Costa Rica (average of $448). Flying from San Jose, California to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,288). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Rica

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from San Jose to Costa Rica 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.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Jose to Costa Rica?

    Most people fly from San Jose (SJC) if they book a flight from San Jose to Costa Rica. San Jose is conveniently located just 2.9 mi from San Jose’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from San Jose, California to Costa Rica?

    Delta, United Airlines, and Alaska Airlines can get you from San Jose, California to Costa Rica in just under 8h 32m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 28m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2915 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Jose, California to Costa Rica one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $131. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from San Jose, California to Costa Rica for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Jose to Costa Rica that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Jose to Costa Rica flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Jose to Costa Rica?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Jose to Costa Rica?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose to Costa Rica 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 Jose, California to Costa Rica?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Costa Rica (average of $448). Flying from San Jose, California to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,288). 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 Jose to Costa Rica

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$224Average$525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$303Average$680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$343Average$1,288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AviancaCheapest$352Average$687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$451Average$622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$527Average$779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$546Average$642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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