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$419+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY (ALB) to San José (SJO)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALB — SJO
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Tue 8/25
Tue 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Albany to San José

Cheapest flights from Albany to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albany to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 26, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 10/288:44 am
ALB
-
SJO
2 stops12h 55m
United Airlines
Sun 11/18:45 am
SJO
-
ALB
2 stops14h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/23$487
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Tue 9/14:44 pm
ALB
-
SJO
2 stops21h 19m
American Airlines
Tue 9/82:56 pm
SJO
-
ALB
2 stops17h 27m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/25$505
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Sun 11/157:11 pm
ALB
-
SJO
2 stops18h 50m
American Airlines
Tue 4/132:22 pm
SJO
-
ALB
2 stops18h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/22$512
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/36:40 am
ALB
-
SJO
1 stop8h 19m
JetBlue
Fri 11/63:05 pm
SJO
-
ALB
1 stop7h 52m
JetBlue
Deal found 7/21$516
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/47:05 am
ALB
-
SJO
1 stop7h 10m
Southwest
Sun 11/81:20 pm
SJO
-
ALB
1 stop8h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 7/23$528
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 10/296:00 am
ALB
-
SJO
2 stops15h 39m
United Airlines
Mon 11/28:45 am
SJO
-
ALB
2 stops11h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/23$531

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Albany (ALB) to San José (SJO). 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 July 26, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$419
(United Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$749
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Albany to San José 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 July 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Albany to San José that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

AlbanySan José

ALB - SJO

ALBSJO

Albany Intl

Tue 1/19

6:15 am-6:16 pm

2 stops13h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/24

1:15 am-2:05 pm

2 stops11h 50m

$419
Quickest round-trip

AlbanySan José

ALB - SJO

ALBSJO

Albany Intl

Fri 11/6

6:00 am-1:15 pm

1 stop8h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/10

1:20 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$528

AlbanySan José

ALB - SJO

ALBSJO

Albany Intl

Sat 10/31

5:45 am-12:00 pm

1 stop8h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/3

11:28 pm-9:33 pm

2 stops21h 05m

$539

AlbanySan José

ALB - SJO

ALBSJO

Albany Intl

Wed 11/4

5:00 pm-11:25 am

2 stops19h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/8

2:25 pm-10:07 am

2 stops18h 42m

$539

AlbanySan José

ALB - SJO

ALBSJO

Albany Intl

Sat 1/16

11:24 am-1:22 pm

2 stops26h 58m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/23

1:15 am-2:05 pm

2 stops11h 50m

$543

AlbanySan José

ALB - SJO

ALBSJO

Albany Intl

Fri 11/6

5:45 am-12:35 pm

2 stops31h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/10

8:45 am-11:59 pm

2 stops14h 14m

$554

AlbanySan José

ALB - SJO

ALBSJO

Albany Intl

Wed 10/28

5:55 am-7:40 pm

2 stops15h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/1

1:20 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$558

AlbanySan José

ALB - SJO

ALBSJO

Albany Intl

Wed 11/4

5:45 am-8:39 pm

2 stops15h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/9

8:45 am-11:59 pm

2 stops14h 14m

$587

AlbanySan José

ALB - SJO

ALBSJO

Albany Intl

Wed 11/4

6:20 am-12:58 pm

1 stop7h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/9

2:30 pm-11:52 am

2 stops20h 22m

$600

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Deals found on 7/22

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Compare providers for flights from Albany to San José

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 Albany to San José in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice 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 Albany, New York-San José flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Albany, New York-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Albany, New York-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Albany, New York-San José 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 Albany, New York-San José 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 Albany to San José

How far ahead should I book a flight from Albany, New York to San José?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Albany, New York to San José, you should look to book at least 59 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 Albany, New York to San José?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to San José (average of $389). Flying from Albany, New York to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of $749). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Albany, New York to San José?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Albany, New York to San José flights typically cost between $456 and $832 in January.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $419 on United Airlines (Jan 19-Jan 24).

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 José. Reviews last updated July 26, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Delta, andAmerican Airlines from Albany to San José by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,231 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,231 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,231 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,486 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,231 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,844 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,231 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
JetBlue
7.1
Good
3,025 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,231 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Albany to San José. 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 Albany, New York to San José?

    Airlines like United Airlines and Southwest fly from Albany, New York to San José in about 8h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 46m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2347 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Albany, New York to San José round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Albany, New York to San José is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $256 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are JetBlue and Southwest, starting at $259 and $314 round-trip. American Airlines is 54% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Albany to San José 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 Albany, New York to San José?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to San José (average of $389). Flying from Albany, New York to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of $749). 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 Albany to San José

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Albany to San José. 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 July 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$259Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$314Average$601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$384Average$674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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