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$122+ Cheap flights from Boston (BOS) to San José (SJO)

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BOS — SJO
Aug 20 — Aug 271
Wed 8/20
Wed 8/27
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 May, booked 20 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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 August 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$322
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$122
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$467
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Cheapest flights from Boston to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Boston to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 15, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Tue 9/910:00 amBOS - SJO
1 stop11h 42mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/156:00 amSJO - BOS
2 stops11h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/15$322
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/82:53 pmBOS - SJO
2 stops22h 21mSpirit Airlines
Fri 9/1212:19 pmSJO - BOS
1 stop20h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$323
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/66:10 amBOS - SJO
1 stop7h 04mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/911:37 amSJO - BOS
2 stops21h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/15$324
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/36:10 amBOS - SJO
3 stops31h 04mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/612:19 pmSJO - BOS
2 stops23h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/13$325
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1310:17 amBOS - SJO
2 stops11h 38mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/277:00 amSJO - BOS
2 stops13h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$326
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/283:25 pmBOS - SJO
1 stop9h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/211:27 amSJO - BOS
2 stops21h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/13$327
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/16:05 amBOS - SJO
1 stop7h 07mSpirit Airlines
Fri 9/512:19 pmSJO - BOS
3 stops32h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/13$328
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/411:13 amBOS - SJO
1 stop25h 14mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/81:16 amSJO - BOS
1 stop8h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Mon 9/15:40 amBOS - SJO
2 stops10h 00mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/156:00 amSJO - BOS
2 stops13h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/15$330
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Tue 9/25:13 amBOS - SJO
1 stop17h 02mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/176:00 amSJO - BOS
2 stops10h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/15$331
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/15:15 amBOS - SJO
1 stop9h 45mJetBlue
Tue 9/91:00 pmSJO - BOS
1 stop8h 59mJetBlue
Deal found 8/13$332
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/303:49 pmBOS - SJO
1 stop17h 45mCopa Airlines
Sun 11/24:08 amSJO - BOS
1 stop16h 55mCopa Airlines
Deal found 8/15$333

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 August 15, 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

Thu 10/9

3:49 pm-4:52 pm

3 stops27h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/13

9:17 am-2:11 pm

3 stops26h 54m

$322

BostonSan José

BOS - SJO

BOSSJO

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 9/9

10:00 am-7:42 pm

1 stop11h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/15

6:00 am-7:42 pm

2 stops11h 42m

$322

BostonSan José

BOS - SJO

BOSSJO

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 9/14

6:10 am-11:14 am

1 stop7h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/21

12:19 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop9h 38m

$322

BostonSan José

BOS - SJO

BOSSJO

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 9/11

3:49 pm-4:52 pm

3 stops27h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/15

9:17 am-2:11 pm

3 stops26h 54m

$322

BostonSan José

BOS - SJO

BOSSJO

Boston Logan Intl

Mon 9/15

6:49 pm-11:14 am

1 stop18h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/19

12:19 pm-1:48 pm

2 stops23h 29m

$322

BostonSan José

BOS - SJO

BOSSJO

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 12/7

2:42 pm-4:49 pm

3 stops27h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 12/12

9:17 am-1:09 pm

3 stops26h 52m

$322

BostonSan José

BOS - SJO

BOSSJO

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 10/11

8:30 pm-11:42 am

1 stop17h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/18

1:00 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 59m

$324

BostonSan José

BOS - SJO

BOSSJO

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 9/6

6:10 am-11:14 am

1 stop7h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/9

11:37 am-11:13 am

2 stops21h 36m

$324

BostonSan José

BOS - SJO

BOSSJO

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 9/10

3:00 pm-10:27 am

2 stops21h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/20

12:19 pm-1:48 pm

2 stops23h 29m

$325

BostonSan José

BOS - SJO

BOSSJO

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 11/5

5:45 am-12:14 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$122

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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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Cheapflights Insights

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, San José Province?

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 August 8, 2025.

Booking 20 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Boston to San José, San José Province. 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 Boston to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Boston to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Boston to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 August 15, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Boston to San José, San José Province 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 24% on airfare.

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

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, San José Province 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.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Boston to San José, San José Province?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Boston to San José, San José Province chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Panama City (PTY) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 90% of 1-stop itineraries from Boston to San José, San José Province on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Boston to San José, San José Province?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Boston to San José, San José Province, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $308.

What’s the fastest layover option from Boston to San José, San José Province?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Boston to San José, San José Province, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 7h 26m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Boston to San José, San José Province?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Boston to San José, San José Province, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Panama City (PTY) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 41m.

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 August 15, 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
7.5
Good
1,509 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,509 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,509 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,915 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,509 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,509 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,913 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,509 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,046 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,509 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.

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.

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San José, San José Province, with prices starting at $248. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Avianca and Frontier, with the lowest prices starting at $287 and $297, respectively. Spirit Airlines is 54% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    Most of the time, Boston to San José, San José Province flights that have layovers will stop in Fort Lauderdale. Miami follows Fort Lauderdale in terms of the most common layover location on Boston to San José, San José Province flights. Miami is followed by Panama City in terms of the most popular layover location for Boston to San José, San José Province flights.

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

    Las Olas Beach, Port Everglades, and Fort Lauderdale Beach Park are currently the most popular points of interest in Fort Lauderdale at the moment. Las Olas Beach, Port Everglades, and Fort Lauderdale Beach Park can be visited by traveling 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 $26 per day.

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

    Miami travelers tend to visit Wynwood Art District, Bayfront Park, and Kaseya Center more than any other notable places. Wynwood Art District, Bayfront Park, and Kaseya Center can be visited by traveling about 5.5 mi, 6.4 mi, and 6.2 mi respectively from Miami. Those on a layover in Miami in need of a rental car can book one at Miami for about $29.

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

    Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, and Panama Canal are the most popular attractions in Panama City if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Those on a layover in Panama City interested in visiting Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, or Panama Canal can do so by traveling 13.2 mi, 14.7 mi, and 15.1 mi, respectively from Panama City Tocumen Intl. Travelers in need of a car in Panama City can rent one for about $14 per day.

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

    Boston to San José, San José Province flights have a layover in Charlotte the least frequently. Orlando sees the second fewest layovers for non-direct flights flying from Boston to San José, San José Province. San Salvador comes in third to last in terms of the least popular layover locations on Boston to San José, San José Province 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, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Boston to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Boston to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 August 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$248Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$287Average$533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
FrontierCheapest$297Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$299Average$569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$344Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$370Average$540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$379Average$618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$399Average$670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$590Average$748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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