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$197+ Cheap flights from Charleston (CHS) 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 9/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHS — SJO
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Charleston to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 5 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Charleston to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Charleston (CHS) 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 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$275
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$197
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$515
From Charleston to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
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Cheapest flights from Charleston to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Charleston to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Mon 10/2010:31 amCHS - SJO
1 stop26h 59mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/2512:35 pmSJO - CHS
1 stop18h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/17$275
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Sun 10/510:31 amCHS - SJO
1 stop26h 59mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/1112:35 pmSJO - CHS
1 stop18h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/17$284
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 10/305:20 pmCHS - SJO
1 stop20h 46mJetBlue
Sun 11/22:01 pmSJO - CHS
1 stop25h 21mJetBlue
Deal found 8/17$286
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Sun 10/510:31 amCHS - SJO
1 stop26h 59mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/2511:37 amSJO - CHS
2 stops19h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/17$302
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Tue 9/29:30 amCHS - SJO
1 stop28h 25mJetBlue
Wed 9/101:00 pmSJO - CHS
1 stop17h 54mJetBlue
Deal found 8/17$307
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Fri 9/269:40 amCHS - SJO
1 stop28h 15mJetBlue
Mon 9/292:05 pmSJO - CHS
1 stop18h 20mJetBlue
Deal found 8/18$326
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/18:17 pmCHS - SJO
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/96:09 pmSJO - CHS
2 stops38h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$334
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Wed 10/17:00 pmCHS - SJO
1 stop20h 00mJetBlue
Wed 10/81:00 pmSJO - CHS
1 stop17h 54mJetBlue
Deal found 8/17$335
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 10/3010:31 amCHS - SJO
2 stops26h 10mSpirit Airlines
Sun 11/21:35 pmSJO - CHS
1 stop18h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/17$337

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Charleston 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 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Charleston to San José that are best for you.

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San José

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CharlestonSan José

CHS - SJO

CHSSJO

Charleston

Mon 10/20

10:31 am-11:30 am

1 stop26h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/25

12:35 pm-9:26 am

1 stop18h 51m

$275

CharlestonSan José

CHS - SJO

CHSSJO

Charleston

Sun 10/5

10:31 am-11:30 am

1 stop26h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/25

12:35 pm-9:26 am

1 stop18h 51m

$284

CharlestonSan José

CHS - SJO

CHSSJO

Charleston

Sun 10/5

10:31 am-11:30 am

1 stop26h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/11

12:35 pm-9:26 am

1 stop18h 51m

$284

CharlestonSan José

CHS - SJO

CHSSJO

Charleston

Thu 10/30

5:20 pm-12:06 pm

1 stop20h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/2

2:01 pm-4:22 pm

1 stop25h 21m

$286

CharlestonSan José

CHS - SJO

CHSSJO

Charleston

Tue 9/2

5:15 am-12:10 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$197

CharlestonSan José

CHS - SJO

CHSSJO

Charleston

Tue 9/2

12:29 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops9h 46m

$295

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Best time to book a flight from Charleston to San José

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Charleston to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Charleston to San José. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Charleston to San José, San José Province is 5 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Charleston to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charleston to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Charleston 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 CHS to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Charleston 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 18, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Charleston to San José, San José Province at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 20% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Charleston to San José, San José Province?

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 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Charleston to San José. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,038 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Charleston 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 Charleston to San José, San José Province?

    There are many flights that can get you from Charleston to San José, San José Province in 26h 59m. Fly via Spirit Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 1603 mi between Charleston and San José, San José Province.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Charleston to San José, San José Province is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $141 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and American Airlines, starting at $215 and $355 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 74% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Charleston 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 Charleston to San José, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charleston to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Charleston 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 4 airlines flying from Charleston to San José

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Charleston 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 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$141Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$215Average$557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$355Average$591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$445Average$705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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