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$150+ Cheap flights from Cincinnati (CVG) 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 8/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CVG — SJO
May 28 — Jun 41
Thu 5/28
Thu 6/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Cincinnati to San José

Cheapest flights from Cincinnati to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cincinnati to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 28, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/19:30 pm
CVG
-
SJO
1 stop12h 50m
Frontier
Thu 7/99:35 am
SJO
-
CVG
1 stop12h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 4/24$352
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/229:30 pm
CVG
-
SJO
1 stop12h 50m
Frontier
Sun 7/269:35 am
SJO
-
CVG
1 stop12h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 4/25$358
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/129:30 pm
CVG
-
SJO
1 stop12h 50m
Frontier
Thu 6/189:35 am
SJO
-
CVG
1 stop12h 11m
Frontier
Deal found 4/28$371
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/225:37 pm
CVG
-
SJO
1 stop16h 43m
Frontier
Sat 8/299:35 am
SJO
-
CVG
1 stop25h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 4/26$372
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/59:30 pm
CVG
-
SJO
1 stop12h 50m
Frontier
Thu 8/139:35 am
SJO
-
CVG
1 stop12h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 4/27$378
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/1612:27 pm
CVG
-
SJO
2 stops25h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/241:21 pm
SJO
-
CVG
1 stop18h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$385
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/47:15 pm
CVG
-
SJO
1 stop19h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/101:21 pm
SJO
-
CVG
1 stop18h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$393
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sat 6/137:15 pm
CVG
-
SJO
1 stop18h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/211:21 pm
SJO
-
CVG
2 stops20h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$397
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/47:15 pm
CVG
-
SJO
1 stop19h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/91:21 pm
SJO
-
CVG
1 stop21h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$398
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/2712:46 pm
CVG
-
SJO
2 stops21h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/37:07 am
SJO
-
CVG
1 stop14h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$399

Find flight deals from Cincinnati to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cincinnati (CVG) 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 April 28, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$352
(Frontier)

One-way from

$150
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$824
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($98 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Cincinnati 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 April 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cincinnati to San José that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

CincinnatiSan José

CVG - SJO

CVGSJO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 5/27

2:06 pm-10:39 pm

2 stops10h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/2

12:30 am-3:16 pm

2 stops12h 46m

$561

CincinnatiSan José

CVG - SJO

CVGSJO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 7/27

2:06 pm-10:11 am

2 stops22h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/30

11:13 am-8:32 am

2 stops19h 19m

$561

CincinnatiSan José

CVG - SJO

CVGSJO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 6/3

4:12 pm-10:11 am

2 stops19h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/25

12:30 am-3:29 pm

2 stops12h 59m

$561

CincinnatiSan José

CVG - SJO

CVGSJO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 8/6

11:17 am-7:10 am

2 stops21h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/13

10:03 am-10:25 am

2 stops22h 22m

$581

CincinnatiSan José

CVG - SJO

CVGSJO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 5/21

6:00 am-8:21 am

2 stops28h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/25

6:19 pm-7:13 pm

2 stops22h 54m

$611

CincinnatiSan José

CVG - SJO

CVGSJO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 5/23

7:45 pm-9:06 am

2 stops15h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/31

8:14 am-8:32 am

2 stops22h 18m

$611
Quickest round-trip

CincinnatiSan José

CVG - SJO

CVGSJO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Mon 6/29

5:00 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop7h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 7/6

12:30 am-4:49 pm

2 stops14h 19m

$622

CincinnatiSan José

CVG - SJO

CVGSJO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 6/13

7:54 pm-11:06 am

2 stops17h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/20

4:10 am-7:13 pm

2 stops13h 03m

$639
Cheapest one-way

CincinnatiSan José

CVG - SJO

CVGSJO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 8/19

2:20 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop23h 55m

$168

CincinnatiSan José

CVG - SJO

CVGSJO

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 8/20

9:30 pm-8:20 am

1 stop12h 50m

$178

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Deals found on 4/24

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Compare providers for flights from Cincinnati to San José

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 Cincinnati to San José in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice 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 Cincinnati-San José flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Cincinnati-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Cincinnati-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Cincinnati-San José flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Cincinnati-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 Cincinnati to San José

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

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

The best time to book flights from Cincinnati to San José is 82 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 Cincinnati to San José?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cincinnati to San José (average of $571). Flying from Cincinnati to San José in April is currently the most expensive (average of $824). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Cincinnati 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 April 28, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cincinnati to San José, such as Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,467 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,467 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,467 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,672 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,467 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,677 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,467 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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

    A quick flight from Cincinnati to San José can take about 10h 33m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $561. Cincinnati and San José are separated by a distance of 2006 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Delta, at $291, was found to be the cheapest airline from Cincinnati to San José.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. Delta is currently priced 57% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cincinnati to San José (average of $571). Flying from Cincinnati to San José in April is currently the most expensive (average of $824). 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 Cincinnati to San José

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Cincinnati 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 April 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$291Average$670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$392Average$671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$479Average$645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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