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$434+ 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 3/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — EDI
nov. 28 — dic. 51
vie. 11/28
vie. 12/5
1 adult, Economy
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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 octubre 29, 2025.

This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/16:30 pmSJO - EDI
1 stop21h 55mBritish Airways
lun. 11/35:55 pmEDI - SJO
1 stop28h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/28$906
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/258:30 pmSJO - EDI
1 stop17h 35mKLM
mar. 12/21:30 pmEDI - SJO
1 stop34h 55mKLM
Deal found 10/29$954
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/292:00 pmSJO - EDI
2 stops38h 30mUnited Airlines
sáb. 1/109:25 amEDI - SJO
1 stop16h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$973
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/268:30 pmSJO - EDI
1 stop20h 40mKLM
mié. 12/35:50 amEDI - SJO
1 stop18h 35mKLM
Deal found 10/27$996
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
lun. 11/38:30 pmSJO - EDI
1 stop17h 30mKLM
lun. 11/106:05 pmEDI - SJO
1 stop30h 20mKLM
Deal found 10/28$1,001
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/132:31 pmSJO - EDI
2 stops19h 34mKLM
lun. 11/175:50 amEDI - SJO
1 stop18h 35mKLM
Deal found 10/27$1,012
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/132:31 pmSJO - EDI
2 stops19h 34mMultiple Airlines
lun. 11/2411:40 amEDI - SJO
1 stop36h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$1,025
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
mié. 11/268:30 pmSJO - EDI
1 stop20h 40mMultiple Airlines
mié. 12/36:00 amEDI - SJO
2 stops18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$1,047
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/132:31 pmSJO - EDI
2 stops19h 34mMultiple Airlines
lun. 11/176:00 amEDI - SJO
2 stops18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$1,070
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
vie. 11/78:30 pmSJO - EDI
1 stop20h 40mKLM
mar. 11/118:30 pmEDI - SJO
1 stop27h 55mKLM
Deal found 10/28$1,077

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 octubre 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$895
(British Airways)

One-way from

$434
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$885
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($71 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to Edinburgh 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 octubre 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Edinburgh that are best for you.

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San JoséEdinburgh

SJO - EDI

SJOEDI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 11/26

8:30 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop20h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

mié. 12/3

5:50 am-6:25 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$996

San JoséEdinburgh

SJO - EDI

SJOEDI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 2/5

5:15 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops16h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

dom. 2/15

5:00 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop31h 25m

$1,014

San JoséEdinburgh

SJO - EDI

SJOEDI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 11/13

2:31 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops19h 34m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

lun. 11/24

11:40 am-5:50 pm

1 stop36h 10m

$1,025

San JoséEdinburgh

SJO - EDI

SJOEDI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 2/1

8:30 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop13h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

dom. 2/8

11:40 am-3:00 pm

1 stop33h 20m

$1,051

San JoséEdinburgh

SJO - EDI

SJOEDI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 11/26

9:40 am-7:55 am

2 stops40h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

mié. 12/3

12:30 pm-8:32 am

2 stops26h 02m

$1,080

San JoséEdinburgh

SJO - EDI

SJOEDI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 1/16

8:45 am-7:55 am

2 stops17h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

jue. 1/22

9:25 am-7:53 pm

1 stop16h 28m

$1,086

San JoséEdinburgh

SJO - EDI

SJOEDI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 1/14

6:30 am-7:55 am

2 stops19h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

mar. 1/20

9:25 am-8:32 am

2 stops29h 07m

$1,086

San JoséEdinburgh

SJO - EDI

SJOEDI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 1/12

8:45 am-7:55 am

2 stops17h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

sáb. 1/24

9:25 am-8:32 am

2 stops29h 07m

$1,086

San JoséEdinburgh

SJO - EDI

SJOEDI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 1/13

8:45 am-7:55 am

2 stops17h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

vie. 1/23

9:25 am-1:15 pm

2 stops33h 50m

$1,086

San JoséEdinburgh

SJO - EDI

SJOEDI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 1/16

8:45 am-7:55 am

2 stops17h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

dom. 1/25

9:25 am-7:53 pm

1 stop16h 28m

$1,086

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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 Edinburgh in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 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-Edinburgh flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San José-Edinburgh flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José-Edinburgh flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Edinburgh 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-Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Edinburgh (average of $754). Flying from San José to Edinburgh in December is currently the most expensive (average of $959). 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 octubre 29, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San José to Edinburgh in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 26% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San José to Edinburgh?

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 octubre 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM and Air France from San José to Edinburgh by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,406 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,406 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,406 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,482 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,406 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

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.

  • How long is the flight from San José to Edinburgh?

    A quick flight from San José to Edinburgh can take about 20h 40m. KLM provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $996. Airlines will cover a distance of 5289 mi.

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

    Air France, at $838, was found to be the cheapest airline from San José to Edinburgh. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be KLM. Air France is priced at 20% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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 to Edinburgh?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Edinburgh (average of $754). Flying from San José to Edinburgh in December is currently the most expensive (average of $959). 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 octubre 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest$838Average$1,017FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$950Average$1,202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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