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$601+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Edinburgh (EDI)

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 9/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — EDI
Jun 20 — Jun 271
Fri 6/20
Fri 6/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in August or October, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San José to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Edinburgh (EDI). 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 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$848
(KLM)

One-way from

$601
(KLM)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$986
From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Edinburgh Turnhouse
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Cheapest flights from San José to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 15, 2025.

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Thu 9/181:18 pmSJO - EDI
1 stop15h 47mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/296:00 amEDI - SJO
1 stop18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13$848
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Mon 12/18:35 pmSJO - EDI
1 stop13h 40mKLM
Mon 12/89:15 amEDI - SJO
2 stops19h 00mKLM
Deal found 6/13$873
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Thu 11/136:10 pmSJO - EDI
2 stops17h 30mIberia
Thu 11/2011:45 amEDI - SJO
2 stops34h 45mIberia
Deal found 6/13$981
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Sat 10/187:55 amSJO - EDI
2 stops40h 25mAir Canada
Sat 11/111:30 amEDI - SJO
2 stops41h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 6/14$1,064
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 8/2912:44 pmSJO - EDI
1 stop15h 56mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/312:30 pmEDI - SJO
2 stops54h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/13$1,083
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/106:00 amSJO - EDI
2 stops20h 40mBritish Airways
Sat 9/275:55 amEDI - SJO
2 stops20h 47mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/13$1,171
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Wed 10/12:40 pmSJO - EDI
3 stops25h 05mLufthansa
Wed 10/155:10 pmEDI - SJO
2 stops31h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 6/14$1,422
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/1810:10 amSJO - EDI
3 stops40h 25mTurkish Airlines
Sat 11/14:20 pmEDI - SJO
2 stops37h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/14$1,677

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Edinburgh that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

San JoséEdinburgh

SJO - EDI

SJOEDI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/18

1:18 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop15h 47m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 9/29

6:00 am-5:10 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$848

San JoséEdinburgh

SJO - EDI

SJOEDI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/1

8:35 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop13h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 12/8

9:15 am-10:15 pm

2 stops19h 00m

$873

San JoséEdinburgh

SJO - EDI

SJOEDI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/13

6:10 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops17h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 11/20

11:45 am-4:30 pm

2 stops34h 45m

$981

San JoséEdinburgh

SJO - EDI

SJOEDI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/18

7:55 am-7:20 am

2 stops40h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 11/1

11:30 am-11:15 pm

2 stops41h 45m

$1,064

San JoséEdinburgh

SJO - EDI

SJOEDI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/29

12:44 pm-11:40 am

1 stop15h 56m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 10/3

12:30 pm-12:26 pm

2 stops54h 56m

$1,083

San JoséEdinburgh

SJO - EDI

SJOEDI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/10

6:00 am-9:40 am

2 stops20h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 9/27

5:55 am-7:42 pm

2 stops20h 47m

$1,171

San JoséEdinburgh

SJO - EDI

SJOEDI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/1

2:40 pm-10:45 pm

3 stops25h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 10/15

5:10 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops31h 25m

$1,422

San JoséEdinburgh

SJO - EDI

SJOEDI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/18

10:10 am-9:35 am

3 stops40h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 11/1

4:20 pm-12:15 am

2 stops37h 55m

$1,677

San JoséEdinburgh

SJO - EDI

SJOEDI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/9

1:35 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$601

San JoséEdinburgh

SJO - EDI

SJOEDI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/20

3:25 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop18h 30m

$652

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Best time to book a flight from San José to Edinburgh

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on June 13, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San José, San José Province to Edinburgh, you should look to book at least 47 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, San José Province to Edinburgh?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Edinburgh (average of $724). Flying from San José, San José Province to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,259). 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 EDI?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Edinburgh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 15, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San José, San José Province to Edinburgh in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 27% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Rainfall in Edinburgh by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Edinburgh ranges from 1.2 - 2.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Edinburgh when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Edinburgh by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Edinburgh, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 59.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Edinburgh. 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 Edinburgh. Reviews last updated June 15, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, SWISS and United Airlines from San José to Edinburgh to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,361 reviews

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

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
1,361 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,361 reviews

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

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.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,627 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,361 reviews

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

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
8,793 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,361 reviews

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

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
3,851 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,361 reviews

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

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
9,549 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,361 reviews

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

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 Edinburgh. 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, San José Province to Edinburgh round-trip?

    KLM, at $873, was found to be the cheapest airline from San José, San José Province to Edinburgh.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Iberia and Air Canada. KLM is 19% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Edinburgh (average of $724). Flying from San José, San José Province to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,259). 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 2 airlines flying from San José to Edinburgh

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San José to Edinburgh. 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 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest$838Average$1,114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,109Average$1,183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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