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$110+ Cheap flights from Boston (BOS) 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 11/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BOS — SJO
Dec 26 — Jan 21
Fri 12/26
Fri 1/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Boston Logan Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in September or October, booked 16 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
Sat 12/67:30 amBOS - SJO
1 stop14h 41mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/193:29 pmSJO - BOS
1 stop8h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/25$248
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 12/31:45 pmBOS - SJO
1 stop9h 43mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/121:02 pmSJO - BOS
1 stop8h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/24$249
This Spirit deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 Spirit is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/108:11 pmBOS - SJO
1 stop16h 31mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/221:31 pmSJO - BOS
1 stop9h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/25$251
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 11/267:00 amBOS - SJO
1 stop14h 39mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/411:28 pmSJO - BOS
1 stop8h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/24$252
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 11/259:26 amBOS - SJO
2 stops12h 39mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/21:11 pmSJO - BOS
2 stops10h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/25$256
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/36:00 amBOS - SJO
1 stop17h 28mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/113:38 pmSJO - BOS
1 stop8h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/26$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/86:00 amBOS - SJO
1 stop17h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/177:09 amSJO - BOS
1 stop14h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/26$258
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/265:57 pmBOS - SJO
2 stops19h 14mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/26:00 amSJO - BOS
1 stop13h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/26$261
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/278:16 pmBOS - SJO
2 stops18h 54mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/26:00 amSJO - BOS
2 stops12h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/26$264

Cheap flight deals from Boston to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Boston (BOS) 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 November 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$244
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$110
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$420
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Boston 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 November 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Boston to San José that are best for you.

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BostonSan José

BOS - SJO

BOSSJO

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 12/7

7:00 am-8:39 pm

1 stop14h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/10

11:28 pm-9:14 am

1 stop8h 46m

$252

BostonSan José

BOS - SJO

BOSSJO

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 11/30

6:10 am-2:54 pm

1 stop9h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/23

9:38 am-11:32 pm

1 stop12h 54m

$274

BostonSan José

BOS - SJO

BOSSJO

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 1/13

3:07 pm-7:06 am

1 stop16h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/2

4:09 am-10:03 pm

1 stop16h 54m

$282

BostonSan José

BOS - SJO

BOSSJO

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 12/2

2:44 pm-7:10 am

1 stop17h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/8

8:47 am-10:40 pm

1 stop12h 53m

$282

BostonSan José

BOS - SJO

BOSSJO

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 1/16

3:07 pm-7:06 am

1 stop16h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/26

10:08 am-10:03 pm

1 stop10h 55m

$282

BostonSan José

BOS - SJO

BOSSJO

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 2/5

3:07 pm-4:46 pm

3 stops26h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/12

5:50 am-10:03 pm

1 stop15h 13m

$287

BostonSan José

BOS - SJO

BOSSJO

Boston Logan Intl

Mon 12/8

2:44 pm-7:10 am

1 stop17h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/13

4:08 am-10:40 pm

1 stop17h 32m

$297

BostonSan José

BOS - SJO

BOSSJO

Boston Logan Intl

Mon 12/8

2:44 pm-9:05 am

1 stop19h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/11

4:08 am-10:40 pm

1 stop17h 32m

$297

BostonSan José

BOS - SJO

BOSSJO

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 1/20

1:30 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop9h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/30

7:00 am-1:04 am

1 stop17h 04m

$306

BostonSan José

BOS - SJO

BOSSJO

Boston Logan Intl

Mon 12/1

2:44 pm-9:05 am

1 stop19h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/8

4:08 am-10:40 pm

1 stop17h 32m

$313

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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 Boston to San José in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 Boston-San José flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Boston-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Boston-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Boston-San José flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair 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 Boston-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 Boston to San José

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Boston to San José. Price data was last updated on November 21, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Boston to San José may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 16 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 Boston to San José?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Boston to San José (average of $204). Flying from Boston to San José in August is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 BOS to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Boston 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 November 26, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Boston to San José is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 23% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Boston to San José?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Boston to San José flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Boston 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 November 26, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Copa Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Boston 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.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,569 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,569 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,569 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,046 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,569 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,038 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,569 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,905 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,569 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,158 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,569 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

Related info for your journey

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

    Airlines like United Airlines, JetBlue, and Copa Airlines fly from Boston to San José in about 9h 44m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2373 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San José, with prices starting at $221. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Copa Airlines and JetBlue, with the lowest prices starting at $277 and $281, respectively. These flights start at 56% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Boston to San José?

    The most popular layover on flights from Boston to San José is Fort Lauderdale. Boston to San José flights stop in Miami the next most. Panama City sees the third most layovers on flights from Boston to San José.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Fort Lauderdale?

    Fort Lauderdale travelers tend to visit Las Olas Beach, Port Everglades, and Fort Lauderdale Beach Park more than anywhere else. Las Olas Beach, Port Everglades, and Fort Lauderdale Beach Park are located about 4.1 mi, 2.1 mi, and 4.2 mi, respectively from Fort Lauderdale. Travelers in need of a car in Fort Lauderdale can rent one for about $25 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Miami?

    Most Miami visitors opt to spend their time at Kaseya Center, Bayfront Park, and Bayside Marketplace. Kaseya Center, Bayfront Park, and Bayside Marketplace are located about 6.2 mi, 6.4 mi, and 6.4 mi, respectively from Miami. Those on a layover in Miami in need of a rental car can book one at Miami for about $23.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Panama City?

    If you're on a layover in Panama City and looking for things to do, consider visiting Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, or Panama Canal. Travelers on a layover in Panama City can visit Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, and Panama Canal, by traveling 13.2 mi, 14.7 mi, and 15.1 mi, respectively after landing at Panama City Tocumen Intl. Travelers can book a car rental at Panama City Tocumen Intl for about $9 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Boston to San José flights?

    Boston to San José flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in Charlotte. Orlando sees the next fewest layovers on Boston to San José flights. San Salvador comes next as the third least popular layover location for Boston to San José flights.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Boston to San José (average of $204). Flying from Boston to San José in August is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 9 airlines flying from Boston to San José

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Boston 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 November 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$217Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$251Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$275Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
FrontierCheapest$297Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$331Average$570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$331Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$333Average$581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$441Average$985FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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