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$531+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Dubai, United Arab Emirates (DXB)

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 7/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — DXB
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Dubai Intl are usually found in November or March, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San José to Dubai

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

Round-trip from

$1,027
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$531
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,301
From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Dubai Intl
One-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Dubai Intl
High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($52 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

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

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 11/129:00 amSJO - DXB
2 stops53h 05mAir Canada
Tue 11/251:30 amDXB - SJO
1 stop30h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 6/12$929
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/271:20 pmSJO - DXB
2 stops44h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/162:05 amDXB - SJO
2 stops55h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$951
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 10/178:37 amSJO - DXB
2 stops47h 58mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/312:15 amDXB - SJO
2 stops43h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$974
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/38:10 pmSJO - DXB
3 stops25h 20mLufthansa
Tue 11/111:30 amDXB - SJO
2 stops22h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 6/10$1,313
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2712:55 pmSJO - DXB
2 stops22h 00mQatar Airways
Mon 11/1710:50 pmDXB - SJO
2 stops34h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/10$1,375
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/112:40 pmSJO - DXB
2 stops20h 25mSWISS
Tue 6/171:15 amDXB - SJO
1 stop21h 55mSWISS
Deal found 6/11$1,383

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San JoséDubai

SJO - DXB

SJODXB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 7/14

5:30 am-6:35 pm

2 stops27h 05m

Dubai Intl

Wed 7/23

1:55 am-10:39 pm

2 stops30h 44m

$1,027

San JoséDubai

SJO - DXB

SJODXB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/2

7:55 am-6:35 pm

2 stops48h 40m

Dubai Intl

Mon 9/15

1:25 am-10:55 pm

1 stop31h 30m

$1,063

San JoséDubai

SJO - DXB

SJODXB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/1

1:00 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops22h 25m

Dubai Intl

Tue 9/9

5:50 am-8:09 pm

2 stops24h 19m

$1,485

San JoséDubai

SJO - DXB

SJODXB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 7/14

5:30 am-7:45 pm

2 stops52h 15m

Dubai Intl

Mon 7/21

1:25 am-10:50 pm

1 stop31h 25m

$1,537

San JoséDubai

SJO - DXB

SJODXB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 6/29

2:40 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops20h 25m

Dubai Intl

Sat 7/5

1:15 am-1:10 pm

1 stop21h 55m

$1,673

San JoséDubai

SJO - DXB

SJODXB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/30

1:55 am-5:50 am

2 stops41h 55m

Dubai Intl

Tue 7/8

2:15 pm-9:20 am

2 stops29h 05m

$1,717

San JoséDubai

SJO - DXB

SJODXB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/1

7:25 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop41h 10m

Dubai Intl

Mon 7/7

12:50 am-5:35 pm

1 stop26h 45m

$1,741

San JoséDubai

SJO - DXB

SJODXB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/24

10:10 am-12:20 am

3 stops28h 10m

Dubai Intl

Mon 7/28

10:30 am-11:30 pm

2 stops47h 00m

$1,756

San JoséDubai

SJO - DXB

SJODXB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 7/14

7:40 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop40h 55m

Dubai Intl

Mon 7/21

12:40 am-5:25 pm

1 stop26h 45m

$2,583

San JoséDubai

SJO - DXB

SJODXB

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/17

7:25 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop41h 10m

$577

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Dubai

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Dubai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Dubai. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San José, San José Province to Dubai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 51 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, San José Province to Dubai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Dubai (average of $811). Flying from San José, San José Province to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,349). 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 DXB?

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

When flying from San José, San José Province to Dubai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 40% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Dubai by month

Plan your trip to Dubai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Dubai ranges from 0.4 - 1.6 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.6 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Dubai when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Dubai by month

Plan your trip to Dubai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Dubai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 95.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Dubai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dubai. 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 Dubai. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air France, SWISS and Qatar Airways from San José to Dubai have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.4

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

SYLVIA,Apr 2025

TLV - CDG

A newer plane. The flight from TelAviv to Paris was on a new aircraft, wider seat. ,more privacy. Nice toilets. The flight from Paris to Santiago Chile was on a very old aircraft. Awful toilets, outmoded sits etc.

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.4

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

SYLVIA,Apr 2025

TLV - CDG

A newer plane. The flight from TelAviv to Paris was on a new aircraft, wider seat. ,more privacy. Nice toilets. The flight from Paris to Santiago Chile was on a very old aircraft. Awful toilets, outmoded sits etc.

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.4

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

SYLVIA,Apr 2025

TLV - CDG

A newer plane. The flight from TelAviv to Paris was on a new aircraft, wider seat. ,more privacy. Nice toilets. The flight from Paris to Santiago Chile was on a very old aircraft. Awful toilets, outmoded sits etc.

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.4

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

SYLVIA,Apr 2025

TLV - CDG

A newer plane. The flight from TelAviv to Paris was on a new aircraft, wider seat. ,more privacy. Nice toilets. The flight from Paris to Santiago Chile was on a very old aircraft. Awful toilets, outmoded sits etc.

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.4

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

SYLVIA,Apr 2025

TLV - CDG

A newer plane. The flight from TelAviv to Paris was on a new aircraft, wider seat. ,more privacy. Nice toilets. The flight from Paris to Santiago Chile was on a very old aircraft. Awful toilets, outmoded sits etc.

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.4

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

SYLVIA,Apr 2025

TLV - CDG

A newer plane. The flight from TelAviv to Paris was on a new aircraft, wider seat. ,more privacy. Nice toilets. The flight from Paris to Santiago Chile was on a very old aircraft. Awful toilets, outmoded sits etc.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San José, San José Province to Dubai round-trip from $1,027. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qatar Airways, from $1,485, and Air Canada, from $1,593. United Airlines is priced at 18% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to Dubai one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $531 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Lufthansa from $577 and Qatar Airways from $994 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Dubai (average of $811). Flying from San José, San José Province to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,349). 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 Dubai

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San José to Dubai. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$879Average$947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
SWISSCheapest$959Average$1,399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$987Average$1,026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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