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$148+ Cheap flights from Charlotte (CLT) 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 7/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CLT — SJO
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Charlotte Douglas to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in May or August, booked 21 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Charlotte to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Charlotte (CLT) 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 junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$331
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$148
(SmartFares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$692

Good round-trip deal

$601 or less
From Charlotte Douglas to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Charlotte to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
sáb. 10/185:55 pmCLT - SJO
1 stop23h 22mMultiple Airlines
mié. 10/2212:23 pmSJO - CLT
2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$331
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/89:02 pmCLT - SJO
1 stop16h 09mSpirit Airlines
mar. 7/1512:16 pmSJO - CLT
1 stop8h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$343
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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. 10/2711:05 amCLT - SJO
Nonstop4h 20mAmerican Airlines
jue. 10/302:45 pmSJO - CLT
Nonstop4h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$459
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
mié. 10/155:30 amCLT - SJO
1 stop8h 18mDelta
vie. 10/241:13 pmSJO - CLT
1 stop8h 41mDelta
Deal found 6/12$474
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
lun. 11/107:40 amCLT - SJO
2 stops13h 50mSouthwest
vie. 11/212:10 pmSJO - CLT
2 stops18h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$490

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Charlotte to San José that are best for you.

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Price

CharlotteSan José

CLT - SJO

CLTSJO

Charlotte Douglas

sáb. 10/18

5:55 pm-3:17 pm

1 stop23h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 10/22

12:23 pm-2:13 pm

2 stops23h 50m

$331

CharlotteSan José

CLT - SJO

CLTSJO

Charlotte Douglas

mar. 7/8

9:02 pm-11:11 am

1 stop16h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 7/15

12:16 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$343

CharlotteSan José

CLT - SJO

CLTSJO

Charlotte Douglas

lun. 10/27

11:05 am-1:25 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 10/30

2:45 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

$459

CharlotteSan José

CLT - SJO

CLTSJO

Charlotte Douglas

mié. 10/15

5:30 am-11:48 am

1 stop8h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 10/24

1:13 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop8h 41m

$474

CharlotteSan José

CLT - SJO

CLTSJO

Charlotte Douglas

lun. 11/10

7:40 am-8:30 pm

2 stops13h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 11/21

2:10 pm-9:50 am

2 stops18h 40m

$490

CharlotteSan José

CLT - SJO

CLTSJO

Charlotte Douglas

mié. 7/30

6:00 am-11:11 am

1 stop7h 11m

$148

CharlotteSan José

CLT - SJO

CLTSJO

Charlotte Douglas

lun. 7/28

7:40 pm-7:40 am

2 stops14h 00m

$156

CharlotteSan José

CLT - SJO

CLTSJO

Charlotte Douglas

dom. 11/30

5:30 am-12:52 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$333

CharlotteSan José

CLT - SJO

CLTSJO

Charlotte Douglas

dom. 11/30

11:05 am-2:30 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

$335

CharlotteSan José

CLT - SJO

CLTSJO

Charlotte Douglas

dom. 11/30

5:50 am-1:15 pm

2 stops8h 25m

$352

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Best time to book a flight from Charlotte to San José

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Charlotte to San José. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 21 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Charlotte 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 Charlotte to San José, San José Province?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Charlotte 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 junio 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Charlotte 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 afternoon could potentially save you up to 51% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Charlotte to San José. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Charlotte to San José, San José Province flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Charlotte to San José, San José Province

Explore weekly flight availability from Charlotte to San José. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

The most flights from CLT to SJO are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

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 junio 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Charlotte to San José, such as Southwest, Delta and Copa Airlines. 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,451 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Charlotte 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 airports do I use to fly from Charlotte to San José?

    Booking a flight from Charlotte Douglas (CLT) to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is your only option if you wish to fly from Charlotte to San José. On a typical day, there is 1 flight from Douglas to Juan Santamaria Intl, all of which are around 4h 10m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 5 airlines when you book a flight from Douglas to San José.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Charlotte 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 $343. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $459 and $474, respectively. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 45% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Charlotte to San José, San José Province one-way?

    $148 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and American Airlines, with prices starting from $333 and $335, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Charlotte to San José, San José Province?

    The cheapest flight price from Charlotte to San José, San José Province is $580. On average you can expect to pay $1,131. The most popular route, (Charlotte Douglas - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), can usually be booked for $331.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Charlotte 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 5 airlines flying from Charlotte to San José

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Charlotte 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$254Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$542Average$693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$551Average$672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$577Average$699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$595Average$815FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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