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$157+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to San Jose (SJC)

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 12/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — SJC
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to San Jose

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to San Jose flight deals. Data was last updated September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$288
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$157
(KAYAK)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$395
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Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to San Jose
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to San Jose. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 9/237:55 amSJO - SJC
2 stops26h 56mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/293:55 pmSJC - SJO
2 stops19h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$288
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/17:27 amSJO - SJC
1 stop14h 41mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/151:15 pmSJC - SJO
2 stops21h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$302
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Wed 10/17:55 amSJO - SJC
2 stops34h 22mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/73:55 pmSJC - SJO
2 stops26h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$330
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/201:23 pmSJO - SJC
2 stops24h 27mDelta
Wed 10/293:30 pmSJC - SJO
2 stops19h 28mDelta
Deal found 9/16$347
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/281:11 amSJO - SJC
1 stop9h 58mAlaska Airlines
Wed 11/510:48 amSJC - SJO
1 stop11h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/13$349
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Wed 10/291:11 amSJO - SJC
1 stop9h 58mAlaska Airlines
Thu 11/61:00 pmSJC - SJO
1 stop9h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/15$353
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/161:30 pmSJO - SJC
2 stops21h 22mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/243:55 pmSJC - SJO
2 stops19h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$373
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Fri 10/311:20 pmSJO - SJC
2 stops21h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/76:40 pmSJC - SJO
1 stop25h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$375
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/302:40 pmSJO - SJC
2 stops19h 41mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/611:10 amSJC - SJO
1 stop9h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$388
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/910:00 amLIR - SJC
1 stop13h 46mAlaska Airlines
Tue 10/1411:50 amSJC - LIR
2 stops28h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/14$394
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Wed 10/291:20 pmLIR - SJC
2 stops21h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/56:40 pmSJC - LIR
2 stops21h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/13$399
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/3011:50 amLIR - SJC
1 stop28h 17mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/64:02 pmSJC - LIR
2 stops19h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$420

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to San Jose 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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to San Jose that are best for you.

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Costa Rica

Fly to

San Jose

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Depart

Return

Price

San JoséSan Jose

SJO - SJC

SJOSJC

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/29

1:20 pm-10:05 am

2 stops21h 45m

San Jose

Wed 11/5

4:02 pm-11:25 am

2 stops17h 23m

$288

San JoséSan Jose

SJO - SJC

SJOSJC

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/14

3:50 pm-10:05 am

2 stops20h 15m

San Jose

Wed 1/21

5:53 am-7:40 pm

2 stops11h 47m

$308

San JoséSan Jose

SJO - SJC

SJOSJC

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/1

7:55 am-12:01 pm

1 stop29h 06m

San Jose

Tue 10/7

1:00 pm-7:37 pm

1 stop29h 37m

$330

San JoséSan Jose

SJO - SJC

SJOSJC

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/16

7:55 am-9:52 am

2 stops26h 57m

San Jose

Thu 10/23

6:22 pm-12:26 pm

2 stops41h 04m

$330

San JoséSan Jose

SJO - SJC

SJOSJC

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/1

6:00 am-9:08 pm

2 stops16h 08m

San Jose

Wed 10/15

1:15 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops21h 45m

$344

San JoséSan Jose

SJO - SJC

SJOSJC

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/20

1:23 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops24h 27m

San Jose

Wed 10/29

3:30 pm-11:58 am

2 stops19h 28m

$347

San JoséSan Jose

SJO - SJC

SJOSJC

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/28

1:11 am-10:09 am

1 stop9h 58m

San Jose

Wed 11/5

10:48 am-12:38 am

1 stop11h 50m

$349

San JoséSan Jose

SJO - SJC

SJOSJC

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/29

1:11 am-10:09 am

1 stop9h 58m

San Jose

Thu 11/6

1:00 pm-12:38 am

1 stop9h 38m

$367

San JoséSan Jose

SJO - SJC

SJOSJC

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/16

1:30 pm-9:52 am

2 stops21h 22m

San Jose

Fri 10/24

3:55 pm-12:26 pm

2 stops19h 31m

$373

San JoséSan Jose

SJO - SJC

SJOSJC

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/1

7:55 am-9:52 am

2 stops26h 57m

San Jose

Wed 10/15

6:22 pm-12:26 pm

2 stops41h 04m

$391

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Costa Rica to San Jose

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Costa Rica to San Jose?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Costa Rica to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $359). 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 CR to SJC?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to San Jose. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

When flying from Costa Rica to San Jose, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Jose

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Jose. 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 San Jose. Reviews last updated September 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines from Costa Rica to San Jose by reading reviews from past customers. 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

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Jose from Costa Rica?

    Most people fly into San Jose (SJC) if they book a flight to San Jose from Costa Rica. San Jose is conveniently located just 2.9 mi from San Jose’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Costa Rica to San Jose?

    There are many flights that can get you from Costa Rica to San Jose in 13h 46m. Fly via United Airlines, American Airlines, or Alaska Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 2915 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Costa Rica to San Jose that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Costa Rica to San Jose flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Costa Rica to San Jose?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Costa Rica to San Jose?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Costa Rica to San Jose 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 Costa Rica to San Jose?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Costa Rica to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $359). 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 Costa Rica to San Jose

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica to San Jose. 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$309Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$420Average$576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$430Average$615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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