Fort Lauderdale

$85+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL)

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SJO — FLL
Aug 19 — Aug 261
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Fort Lauderdale are usually found in October or March, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San José to Fort Lauderdale

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL). 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 August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$157
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$85
(eDestinos)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$221

Good round-trip deal

$207 or less

Good one-way deal

$143 or less
From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Fort Lauderdale
One-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Fort Lauderdale
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($28 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Fort Lauderdale.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Fort Lauderdale.

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Cheapest flights from San José to Fort Lauderdale
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Fort Lauderdale. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 14, 2025.

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Sat 9/2012:19 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 01mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/2110:20 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$156
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Tue 9/1612:19 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 01mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/2210:20 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$157
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Tue 8/1912:18 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 02mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/2310:20 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$158
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Fri 8/2212:18 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 02mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/2510:20 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$159
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Fri 8/2212:18 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 02mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/2410:20 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$160
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Fri 8/1512:18 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 02mSpirit Airlines
Fri 8/2210:20 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$161
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Fri 8/1512:18 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 02mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/2410:20 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$162
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Wed 8/2012:18 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 02mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/2410:20 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$163
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Fri 8/2212:18 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 02mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/267:00 amFLL - SJO
1 stop5h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$165
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Sat 8/2312:18 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 02mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/309:45 pmFLL - SJO
1 stop14h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$167
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Sun 9/2112:19 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 01mSpirit Airlines
Fri 9/2610:20 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$168

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San JoséFort Lauderdale

SJO - FLL

SJOFLL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/12

12:19 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 9/16

10:20 am-11:14 am

Nonstop2h 54m

$160

San JoséFort Lauderdale

SJO - FLL

SJOFLL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/27

12:18 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop3h 02m

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 9/1

10:20 am-11:12 am

Nonstop2h 52m

$160

San JoséFort Lauderdale

SJO - FLL

SJOFLL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/17

12:19 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 9/19

10:20 am-11:14 am

Nonstop2h 54m

$160

San JoséFort Lauderdale

SJO - FLL

SJOFLL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/17

12:19 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 9/17

10:25 pm-10:27 am

1 stop14h 02m

$166

San JoséFort Lauderdale

SJO - FLL

SJOFLL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/12

12:19 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 9/19

10:20 am-11:14 am

Nonstop2h 54m

$169

San JoséFort Lauderdale

SJO - FLL

SJOFLL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/12

12:19 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 9/15

10:20 am-11:14 am

Nonstop2h 54m

$169

San JoséFort Lauderdale

SJO - FLL

SJOFLL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/11

12:19 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 9/18

10:20 am-11:14 am

Nonstop2h 54m

$171

San JoséFort Lauderdale

SJO - FLL

SJOFLL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/18

12:35 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 10/20

10:45 am-11:30 am

Nonstop2h 45m

$171

San JoséFort Lauderdale

SJO - FLL

SJOFLL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/3

1:19 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 12/10

10:30 pm-12:21 am

Nonstop2h 51m

$171

San JoséFort Lauderdale

SJO - FLL

SJOFLL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/15

12:19 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 9/20

10:20 am-11:14 am

Nonstop2h 54m

$171

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Airports
SJO

Leave for SJO with sufficient time to clear security. Arrive at least 3 hours before your flight, despite self-check kiosks speeding things up.

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FLL

For a smooth exit from FLL, order your Uber or Lyft 10 minutes before reaching the rideshare area to avoid waiting in the crowd.

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Best time to book a flight from San José to Fort Lauderdale

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Fort Lauderdale

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Fort Lauderdale. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

Booking 30 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San José, San José Province to Fort Lauderdale. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Fort Lauderdale?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Fort Lauderdale (average of $185). Flying from San José, San José Province to Fort Lauderdale in March is currently the most expensive (average of $254). 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 FLL?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Fort Lauderdale. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

When flying from San José, San José Province to Fort Lauderdale, 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 9% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José, San José Province to Fort Lauderdale?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San José to Fort Lauderdale. Price data was last updated on August 10, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José, San José Province to Fort Lauderdale flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San José, San José Province to Fort Lauderdale

Explore weekly flight availability from San José to Fort Lauderdale. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

The most flights from SJO to FLL are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Fort Lauderdale

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Fort Lauderdale. 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 Fort Lauderdale. Reviews last updated August 14, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San José to Fort Lauderdale, such as Southwest, Copa Airlines, and JetBlue. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

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  • What airports do I use to fly from San José to Fort Lauderdale?

    Booking a flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL) is your only option if you wish to fly from San José to Fort Lauderdale. On a typical day, there are 2 flights from Juan Santamaria Intl to Fort Lauderdale, all of which are around 2h 55m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 5 airlines when you book a flight from Juan Santamaria Intl to Fort Lauderdale.

  • How popular is this San José, San José Province to Fort Lauderdale flight route?

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San José, San José Province to Fort Lauderdale is Avianca. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $69 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and JetBlue, starting at $159 and $190 round-trip. Avianca is priced at 72% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San José, San José Province to Fort Lauderdale?

    While on average a flight from San José, San José Province to Fort Lauderdale is generally $395, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $106. When looking at the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Fort Lauderdale), you can expect to pay $145 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Fort Lauderdale (average of $185). Flying from San José, San José Province to Fort Lauderdale in March is currently the most expensive (average of $254). 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 5 airlines flying from San José to Fort Lauderdale

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San José to Fort Lauderdale. 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$69Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$159Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$190Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$213Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SouthwestCheapest$259Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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