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$138+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Philadelphia (PHL)

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 12/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — PHL
Nov 28 — Dec 51
Fri 11/28
Fri 12/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Philadelphia are usually found in October or November, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from San José to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 29, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/141:30 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop8h 56mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/105:40 amPHL - SJO
1 stop7h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/27$221
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/211:20 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop9h 26mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/75:40 amPHL - SJO
1 stop7h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/27$223
This SmartFares 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/52:01 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop7h 57mJetBlue
Thu 11/207:00 amPHL - SJO
1 stop10h 08mJetBlue
Deal found 10/27$227
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/111:35 amSJO - PHL
2 stops21h 11mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/38:00 pmPHL - SJO
2 stops18h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$234
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/121:30 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop8h 56mSpirit Airlines
Wed 11/193:10 pmPHL - SJO
2 stops20h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/27$238
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/161:31 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop8h 45mSpirit Airlines
Sat 1/318:05 pmPHL - SJO
1 stop17h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/27$240
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.
Tue 11/48:45 amSJO - PHL
1 stop13h 01mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/1212:47 pmPHL - SJO
1 stop8h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$243
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/21:30 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop21h 22mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/95:05 amPHL - SJO
1 stop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$244
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/111:31 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop8h 45mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/155:30 amPHL - SJO
1 stop7h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/27$246
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 10/301:20 pmSJO - PHL
2 stops19h 04mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/105:07 pmPHL - SJO
2 stops19h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/26$247

Cheap flight deals from San José to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Philadelphia (PHL). 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 October 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$221
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$138
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$296
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to Philadelphia 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 October 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Philadelphia that are best for you.

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San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/1

11:35 am-10:46 pm

1 stop9h 11m

Philadelphia

Mon 11/3

12:47 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop25h 28m

$234

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/3

2:20 pm-11:40 am

1 stop20h 20m

Philadelphia

Fri 11/7

8:00 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop17h 55m

$234

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/4

2:20 pm-10:24 am

2 stops19h 04m

Philadelphia

Fri 11/7

8:00 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop17h 55m

$234

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/5

2:20 pm-2:07 pm

2 stops22h 47m

Philadelphia

Tue 11/18

6:00 am-7:53 pm

2 stops14h 53m

$234

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/3

2:20 pm-10:24 am

2 stops19h 04m

Philadelphia

Sat 11/8

12:47 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop8h 52m

$234

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/1

7:45 am-10:46 pm

1 stop13h 01m

Philadelphia

Tue 11/4

8:00 pm-11:25 am

2 stops16h 25m

$234

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/1

7:45 am-10:46 pm

1 stop13h 01m

Philadelphia

Sat 11/8

5:07 pm-11:25 am

2 stops19h 18m

$234

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/12

2:20 pm-2:07 pm

2 stops22h 47m

Philadelphia

Wed 11/19

8:15 am-8:39 pm

1 stop13h 24m

$234

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/2

2:20 pm-10:24 am

2 stops19h 04m

Philadelphia

Mon 11/10

5:58 pm-11:25 am

1 stop18h 27m

$234

San JoséPhiladelphia

SJO - PHL

SJOPHL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/2

2:20 pm-10:24 am

2 stops19h 04m

Philadelphia

Fri 11/7

8:00 pm-11:25 am

2 stops16h 25m

$234

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Compare providers for flights from San José to Philadelphia

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 Philadelphia in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice 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-Philadelphia flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on San José-Philadelphia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José-Philadelphia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Philadelphia flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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-Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Philadelphia from San José with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Philadelphia

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José to Philadelphia?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

Booking 61 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San José to Philadelphia. 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 to Philadelphia?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Philadelphia (average of $163). Flying from San José to Philadelphia in August is currently the most expensive (average of $233). 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 PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Philadelphia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 29, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 45% on flights from San José to Philadelphia by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia. Reviews last updated October 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San José to Philadelphia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,992 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Mary,Oct 2025

AMS - PDX

It's specail being able to fly non-stop from Amsterdam all the way home to Portland, Oregon!
Delta
7.9
Good
7,992 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,992 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Mary,Oct 2025

AMS - PDX

It's specail being able to fly non-stop from Amsterdam all the way home to Portland, Oregon!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,999 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,992 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Mary,Oct 2025

AMS - PDX

It's specail being able to fly non-stop from Amsterdam all the way home to Portland, Oregon!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,032 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,992 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Mary,Oct 2025

AMS - PDX

It's specail being able to fly non-stop from Amsterdam all the way home to Portland, Oregon!
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,114 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,992 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Mary,Oct 2025

AMS - PDX

It's specail being able to fly non-stop from Amsterdam all the way home to Portland, Oregon!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia?

    Departing from San José to Philadelphia will take you 9h 11m. The distance from San José to Philadelphia is about 2136 mi.

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Philadelphia, with prices starting at $247. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $280 and $357, respectively. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 43% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Philadelphia (average of $163). Flying from San José to Philadelphia in August is currently the most expensive (average of $233). 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 4 airlines flying from San José to Philadelphia

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San José to Philadelphia. 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 October 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$247Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$280Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$357Average$575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$380Average$555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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