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$224+ Cheap flights from Albuquerque (ABQ) to San José (SJO)

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 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ABQ — SJO
nov. 28 — dic. 51
vie. 11/28
vie. 12/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Albuquerque to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in September or August, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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

This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/47:00 amABQ - SJO
1 stop14h 20mDelta
vie. 12/127:00 amSJO - ABQ
1 stop9h 32mDelta
Deal found 10/28$480
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/105:24 pmABQ - SJO
2 stops17h 48mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 11/156:22 amSJO - ABQ
2 stops16h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$484
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/278:20 amABQ - SJO
2 stops27h 11mAmerican Airlines
jue. 12/47:00 amSJO - ABQ
2 stops12h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$501
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.
mié. 10/298:00 amABQ - SJO
1 stop11h 39mUnited Airlines
mié. 11/1212:35 pmSJO - ABQ
1 stop10h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$510
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/13:30 pmABQ - SJO
2 stops20h 42mAmerican Airlines
mar. 11/113:11 pmSJO - ABQ
2 stops19h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$514
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/266:02 amABQ - SJO
1 stop15h 11mAmerican Airlines
mié. 12/36:22 amSJO - ABQ
1 stop10h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$522
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/256:06 amABQ - SJO
1 stop16h 34mAmerican Airlines
mié. 12/102:56 pmSJO - ABQ
1 stop8h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$523
This Copa Airlines 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/256:11 pmABQ - SJO
2 stops14h 48mCopa Airlines
mié. 12/108:10 amSJO - ABQ
2 stops13h 28mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/27$559

Cheap flight deals from Albuquerque to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Albuquerque (ABQ) 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 octubre 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$480
(Delta)

One-way from

$224
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$501
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($102 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Albuquerque 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 octubre 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Albuquerque to San José that are best for you.

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AlbuquerqueSan José

ABQ - SJO

ABQSJO

Albuquerque

mar. 12/2

6:06 am-11:12 pm

1 stop16h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 12/11

6:20 am-3:59 pm

1 stop10h 39m

$480

AlbuquerqueSan José

ABQ - SJO

ABQSJO

Albuquerque

lun. 2/9

8:00 am-8:39 pm

1 stop11h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 2/13

8:45 am-9:57 pm

1 stop14h 12m

$480

AlbuquerqueSan José

ABQ - SJO

ABQSJO

Albuquerque

mar. 3/3

1:25 pm-8:32 am

1 stop18h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 3/5

12:35 pm-9:38 pm

1 stop10h 03m

$480

AlbuquerqueSan José

ABQ - SJO

ABQSJO

Albuquerque

lun. 11/10

6:06 am-2:10 pm

1 stop7h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 11/15

6:22 am-6:34 pm

1 stop13h 12m

$480

AlbuquerqueSan José

ABQ - SJO

ABQSJO

Albuquerque

lun. 3/2

6:10 pm-9:59 am

2 stops14h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 3/6

8:11 am-8:50 pm

2 stops13h 39m

$482

AlbuquerqueSan José

ABQ - SJO

ABQSJO

Albuquerque

lun. 2/9

6:25 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops17h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 2/13

7:00 am-10:55 pm

2 stops16h 55m

$484

AlbuquerqueSan José

ABQ - SJO

ABQSJO

Albuquerque

jue. 12/4

7:00 am-10:20 pm

1 stop14h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 12/9

7:00 am-10:42 pm

2 stops16h 42m

$484

AlbuquerqueSan José

ABQ - SJO

ABQSJO

Albuquerque

mar. 3/3

1:24 pm-12:26 pm

2 stops22h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 3/5

3:56 pm-9:44 am

2 stops18h 48m

$484

AlbuquerqueSan José

ABQ - SJO

ABQSJO

Albuquerque

jue. 12/4

7:00 am-10:20 pm

1 stop14h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 12/11

7:00 am-10:55 pm

2 stops16h 55m

$484

AlbuquerqueSan José

ABQ - SJO

ABQSJO

Albuquerque

jue. 1/8

8:36 am-11:43 pm

1 stop14h 07m

$224

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Albuquerque to San José

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Albuquerque to San José may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 49 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 Albuquerque to San José?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albuquerque to San José (average of $341). Flying from Albuquerque to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $522). 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 ABQ to SJO?

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

It’s typically best to fly out from Albuquerque to San José in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 15% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

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 octubre 29, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Albuquerque to San José have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,999 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,032 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from Albuquerque to San José will take you 11h 39m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2231 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Albuquerque to San José round-trip from $365. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $459, and Southwest, from $460. You may be able to fly from Albuquerque to San José for 40% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albuquerque to San José (average of $341). Flying from Albuquerque to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $522). 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 3 airlines flying from Albuquerque to San José

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Albuquerque 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 octubre 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$365Average$586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$459Average$608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$460Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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