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$181+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL)

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 5/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — FLL
Jun 12 — Jun 191
Fri 6/12
Fri 6/19
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Fort Lauderdale are usually found in October or September, booked 11 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

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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 May 13, 2026.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/54:00 pm
SJO
-
FLL
1 stop19h 55m
Avianca
Fri 6/123:20 pm
FLL
-
SJO
1 stop10h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 5/12$276
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/281:40 am
SJO
-
FLL
1 stop10h 15m
Avianca
Tue 6/23:20 pm
FLL
-
SJO
1 stop10h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 5/11$277
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/111:40 am
SJO
-
FLL
1 stop15h 50m
Avianca
Mon 6/1510:45 am
FLL
-
SJO
1 stop15h 10m
Avianca
Deal found 5/10$278
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/94:00 pm
SJO
-
FLL
1 stop19h 55m
Avianca
Thu 9/243:20 pm
FLL
-
SJO
1 stop19h 30m
Avianca
Deal found 5/8$281
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/301:40 am
SJO
-
FLL
1 stop10h 15m
Avianca
Sat 6/610:45 am
FLL
-
SJO
1 stop15h 10m
Avianca
Deal found 5/12$285
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/162:02 pm
SJO
-
FLL
Nonstop3h 07m
JetBlue
Sun 7/1912:00 pm
FLL
-
SJO
Nonstop2h 57m
JetBlue
Deal found 5/10$287
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/244:10 am
SJO
-
FLL
1 stop10h 18m
Copa Airlines
Thu 5/286:14 pm
FLL
-
SJO
1 stop16h 07m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 5/9$289
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/229:25 am
SJO
-
FLL
1 stop26h 30m
Avianca
Sun 5/317:00 pm
FLL
-
SJO
1 stop25h 50m
Avianca
Deal found 5/10$292
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/221:50 am
SJO
-
FLL
1 stop10h 05m
Avianca
Fri 6/263:20 pm
FLL
-
SJO
1 stop19h 30m
Avianca
Deal found 5/11$293
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/191:50 am
SJO
-
FLL
1 stop10h 05m
Avianca
Sun 6/73:20 pm
FLL
-
SJO
1 stop19h 30m
Avianca
Deal found 5/10$294

Find 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 May 13, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$276
(Avianca)

One-way from

$181
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$259

Good round-trip deal

$272 or less

Good one-way deal

$203 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to Fort Lauderdale 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 May 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Fort Lauderdale that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

San JoséFort Lauderdale

SJO - FLL

SJOFLL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/23

5:50 am-4:28 pm

1 stop8h 38m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 5/27

6:14 pm-7:09 am

1 stop14h 55m

$290

San JoséFort Lauderdale

SJO - FLL

SJOFLL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/26

8:14 am-4:28 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 5/28

6:14 pm-8:21 am

1 stop16h 07m

$290

San JoséFort Lauderdale

SJO - FLL

SJOFLL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/31

5:50 am-4:28 pm

1 stop8h 38m

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 6/6

6:14 pm-7:09 am

1 stop14h 55m

$290

San JoséFort Lauderdale

SJO - FLL

SJOFLL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 6/14

8:47 am-4:16 pm

1 stop5h 29m

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 6/21

6:14 pm-7:09 am

1 stop14h 55m

$290

San JoséFort Lauderdale

SJO - FLL

SJOFLL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/8

4:10 am-4:16 pm

1 stop10h 06m

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 6/14

6:14 pm-7:09 am

1 stop14h 55m

$303

San JoséFort Lauderdale

SJO - FLL

SJOFLL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/2

8:14 am-4:16 pm

1 stop6h 02m

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 6/5

6:14 pm-8:21 am

1 stop16h 07m

$303
Quickest round-trip

San JoséFort Lauderdale

SJO - FLL

SJOFLL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/3

2:02 pm-7:09 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 8/9

12:00 pm-12:57 pm

Nonstop2h 57m

$460

San JoséFort Lauderdale

SJO - FLL

SJOFLL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/30

5:47 am-4:16 pm

1 stop8h 29m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 7/8

6:12 pm-7:12 am

1 stop15h 00m

$466

San JoséFort Lauderdale

SJO - FLL

SJOFLL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 7/19

12:30 am-1:47 pm

1 stop11h 17m

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 7/26

7:00 am-10:39 pm

1 stop17h 39m

$493

San JoséFort Lauderdale

SJO - FLL

SJOFLL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/28

9:00 am-10:10 pm

1 stop11h 10m

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 5/31

9:45 am-7:00 pm

2 stops11h 15m

$498

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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 Fort Lauderdale in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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-Fort Lauderdale flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San José-Fort Lauderdale flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José-Fort Lauderdale flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Fort Lauderdale flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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-Fort Lauderdale flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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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 to Fort Lauderdale?

The price you pay for your flight from San José to Fort Lauderdale may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 10 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 to Fort Lauderdale?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Fort Lauderdale (average of $172). Flying from San José to Fort Lauderdale in March is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 May 13, 2026.

When flying from San José 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 6% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José 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 May 9, 2026.

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

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

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Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Expert on FLL

Travel journalist and photographer Paul Rubio is a Miami native (and current resident), who has lived in nine countries and traveled to 137. He is an expert in luxury travel, eco-travel, loyalty programs, hotels, airports and airlines. He is a contributing editor at AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, LUXURY Magazine, and Palm Beach Illustrated.

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Marisa Garcia

Expert on SJO

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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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 May 13, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San José to Fort Lauderdale, such as Copa Airlines,United Airlines, andJetBlue. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,584 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,584 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,584 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,711 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,584 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,973 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,584 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,523 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,584 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,630 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,584 reviews

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.

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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 is 1 flight from Juan Santamaria Intl to Fort Lauderdale, all of which are around 2h 58m 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 to Fort Lauderdale flight route?

    The San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Fort Lauderdale flight path was viewed by 12 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from San José to Fort Lauderdale?

    Copa Airlines can get you from San José to Fort Lauderdale in just under 8h 38m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 1141 mi.

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

    Currently priced at $69, Avianca will fly you from San José to Fort Lauderdale and back. In addition to Avianca, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Copa Airlines and Spirit Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $104 and $128, respectively. Avianca is currently priced 70% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José to Fort Lauderdale one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $92. Users have also found prices from $126 and $126 on JetBlue and Avianca, respectively.

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

    While on average a flight from San José to Fort Lauderdale is generally $465, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $158. When looking at the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Fort Lauderdale), you can expect to pay $287 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 to Fort Lauderdale?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Fort Lauderdale (average of $172). Flying from San José to Fort Lauderdale in March is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 May 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$69Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$104Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$128Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$164Average$262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$213Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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