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$402+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Frankfurt (FRA)

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 — FRA
Jun 16 — Jun 231
Mon 6/16
Mon 6/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Frankfurt am Main are usually found in February or November, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San José to Frankfurt

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Frankfurt (FRA). 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 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$892
(Air France)

One-way from

$402
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,263

Good round-trip deal

$1,151 or less

Good one-way deal

$731 or less
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Cheapest flights from San José to Frankfurt
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Frankfurt. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 11, 2025.

This Air France 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/117:40 pmSJO - FRA
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/2110:40 amFRA - SJO
1 stop33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$892
This Air France 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/261:35 pmSJO - FRA
1 stop35h 20mAir France
Tue 9/26:30 pmFRA - SJO
1 stop30h 55mAir France
Deal found 6/10$894
This KLM 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/91:35 pmSJO - FRA
2 stops24h 25mKLM
Tue 9/307:20 pmFRA - SJO
2 stops29h 50mKLM
Deal found 6/10$898
This Orbitz 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/154:30 pmSJO - FRA
1 stop18h 30mIberia
Tue 6/1712:10 pmFRA - SJO
1 stop34h 25mIberia
Deal found 6/11$937
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/237:55 amSJO - FRA
1 stop15h 15mAir Canada
Tue 12/29:45 amFRA - SJO
1 stop20h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 6/11$940
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/77:25 pmSJO - FRA
Nonstop11h 20mLufthansa
Tue 10/211:35 pmFRA - SJO
Nonstop12h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 6/9$941
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/257:55 amSJO - FRA
1 stop16h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/145:30 pmFRA - SJO
1 stop21h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$992
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/54:57 pmSJO - FRA
2 stops17h 53mAir Europa
Mon 11/247:05 pmFRA - SJO
2 stops33h 45mAir Europa
Deal found 6/10$1,108

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to Frankfurt 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 June 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Frankfurt am Main Airport that are best for you.

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San José

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San JoséFrankfurt am Main

SJO - FRA

SJOFRA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/1

7:25 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop14h 20m

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 10/18

10:40 am-11:48 am

1 stop33h 08m

$892

San JoséFrankfurt am Main

SJO - FRA

SJOFRA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/26

1:35 pm-8:55 am

1 stop35h 20m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 9/2

6:30 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop30h 55m

$894

San JoséFrankfurt am Main

SJO - FRA

SJOFRA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/9

1:35 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops24h 25m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 9/30

7:20 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops29h 50m

$898

San JoséFrankfurt am Main

SJO - FRA

SJOFRA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/23

7:55 am-7:10 am

1 stop15h 15m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 12/2

9:45 am-11:15 pm

1 stop20h 30m

$940

San JoséFrankfurt am Main

SJO - FRA

SJOFRA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/7

7:25 pm-2:45 pm

Nonstop11h 20m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 10/21

1:35 pm-5:35 pm

Nonstop12h 00m

$941

San JoséFrankfurt am Main

SJO - FRA

SJOFRA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/6

6:10 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop21h 25m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 11/13

6:30 am-4:30 pm

1 stop17h 00m

$944

San JoséFrankfurt am Main

SJO - FRA

SJOFRA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/25

1:30 pm-7:20 am

2 stops33h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 10/12

10:25 am-7:15 am

1 stop28h 50m

$992

San JoséFrankfurt am Main

SJO - FRA

SJOFRA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/5

4:57 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops17h 53m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 11/24

7:05 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops33h 45m

$1,108

San JoséFrankfurt am Main

SJO - FRA

SJOFRA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/31

7:30 am-4:10 pm

2 stops24h 40m

$402

San JoséFrankfurt am Main

SJO - FRA

SJOFRA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/8

4:45 pm-8:35 am

2 stops55h 50m

$520

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Best time to book a flight from San José to Frankfurt

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Frankfurt am Main Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San José, San José Province to Frankfurt am Main Airport, you should look to book at least 77 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of $729). Flying from San José, San José Province to Frankfurt am Main Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,088). 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 FRA?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Frankfurt. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 11, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San José, San José Province to Frankfurt am Main Airport at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 43% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José, San José Province to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San José to Frankfurt. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José, San José Province to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Frankfurt by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Frankfurt am Main Airport ranges from 1.6 - 2.8 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.8 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Frankfurt am Main Airport when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Frankfurt by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Frankfurt am Main Airport, 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 64.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Frankfurt

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Frankfurt. 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 Frankfurt. Reviews last updated June 11, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San José to Frankfurt am Main, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, KLM and Air France. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

STS - PDX

One or two midday non-stop flights from PDX to Santa Rosa would be great. The very early and late options are hard on older passengers.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

STS - PDX

One or two midday non-stop flights from PDX to Santa Rosa would be great. The very early and late options are hard on older passengers.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

STS - PDX

One or two midday non-stop flights from PDX to Santa Rosa would be great. The very early and late options are hard on older passengers.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,463 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

STS - PDX

One or two midday non-stop flights from PDX to Santa Rosa would be great. The very early and late options are hard on older passengers.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

STS - PDX

One or two midday non-stop flights from PDX to Santa Rosa would be great. The very early and late options are hard on older passengers.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,784 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

STS - PDX

One or two midday non-stop flights from PDX to Santa Rosa would be great. The very early and late options are hard on older passengers.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to Frankfurt. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San José to Frankfurt am Main?

    For a flight from San José to Frankfurt am Main, you will be flying from Juan Santamaria Intl. San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is just 8.8 mi from the center of the city. Juan Santamaria Intl is the only San José airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Frankfurt am Main per day. 6 airlines have flights to Frankfurt am Main from San José Juan Santamaria Intl on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Frankfurt am Main Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San José, San José Province to Frankfurt am Main Airport round-trip from $894. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are KLM, from $898, and Air Canada, from $940. Air France is priced at 10% 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport one-way?

    $520 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Avianca. You may also be able to find cheap deals on KLM and Lufthansa, with prices starting from $657 and $734, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San José, San José Province to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $551. While the most popular route (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Frankfurt am Main) can be booked for $839 on average our data indicates $1,340 when flying from San José, San José Province to Frankfurt am Main Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of $729). Flying from San José, San José Province to Frankfurt am Main Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,088). 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 6 airlines flying from San José to Frankfurt

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San José to Frankfurt. 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 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$739Average$808FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
KLMCheapest$801Average$980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$812Average$943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air FranceCheapest$824Average$993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$865Average$1,147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
IberiaCheapest$915Average$1,216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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