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$117+ Cheap flights from Clearwater, FL 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 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCO — SJO
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Clearwater to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in September or November, booked 23 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Clearwater to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Clearwater to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/189:40 amTPA - SJO
1 stop9h 36mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/228:45 amSJO - TPA
1 stop12h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$250
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/238:30 amTPA - SJO
1 stop5h 31mJetBlue
Mon 12/292:06 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop6h 20mJetBlue
Deal found 12/17$258
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/163:05 pmTPA - SJO
1 stop8h 15mDelta
Mon 12/227:00 amSJO - TPA
1 stop13h 39mDelta
Deal found 12/15$266
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/189:40 amTPA - SJO
1 stop9h 36mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/208:45 amSJO - TPA
1 stop12h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$271
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/188:30 amTPA - SJO
1 stop8h 56mJetBlue
Mon 12/2210:00 amSJO - TPA
1 stop10h 26mJetBlue
Deal found 12/17$318
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/196:00 amTPA - SJO
1 stop5h 32mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/2012:34 amSJO - TPA
1 stop18h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$341
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/218:31 amTPA - SJO
1 stop4h 54mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/291:31 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop5h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/15$345
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/188:30 amTPA - SJO
1 stop8h 56mJetBlue
Tue 12/232:06 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop6h 20mJetBlue
Deal found 12/17$349
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/199:40 amTPA - SJO
1 stop13h 52mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/218:45 amSJO - TPA
1 stop12h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$350
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/186:00 amTPA - SJO
1 stop5h 32mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/223:29 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop15h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$351
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/186:00 amTPA - SJO
1 stop5h 32mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/236:20 amSJO - TPA
2 stops12h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$355

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Round-trip from

$238
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$117
(KAYAK)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$540
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Clearwater 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Clearwater to San José that are best for you.

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San José

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Depart

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Price

TampaSan José

TPA - SJO

TPASJO

Tampa

Thu 4/9

5:24 am-4:50 pm

1 stop13h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/17

10:04 am-11:05 pm

1 stop11h 01m

$238

TampaSan José

TPA - SJO

TPASJO

Tampa

Mon 2/2

4:51 am-10:00 am

1 stop6h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/10

4:09 am-12:36 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$238

TampaSan José

TPA - SJO

TPASJO

Tampa

Sat 4/18

5:24 am-9:05 am

1 stop5h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/22

8:13 am-11:05 pm

1 stop12h 52m

$238

TampaSan José

TPA - SJO

TPASJO

Tampa

Mon 4/20

5:24 am-9:05 am

1 stop5h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/29

5:46 am-11:05 pm

1 stop15h 19m

$238

TampaSan José

TPA - SJO

TPASJO

Tampa

Wed 4/15

5:24 am-1:52 pm

1 stop10h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/20

4:10 am-1:33 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$238

TampaSan José

TPA - SJO

TPASJO

Tampa

Thu 4/16

5:24 am-4:48 pm

2 stops13h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/30

5:46 am-11:05 pm

1 stop15h 19m

$243

TampaSan José

TPA - SJO

TPASJO

Tampa

Thu 1/22

9:20 am-6:16 pm

1 stop9h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/28

6:30 am-5:57 pm

1 stop10h 27m

$250

TampaSan José

TPA - SJO

TPASJO

Tampa

Wed 1/14

8:30 am-1:00 pm

1 stop5h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/21

2:05 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$250

TampaSan José

TPA - SJO

TPASJO

Tampa

Fri 2/6

9:20 am-6:16 pm

1 stop9h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/13

8:45 am-6:00 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$250

TampaSan José

TPA - SJO

TPASJO

Tampa

Mon 6/8

7:15 am-10:39 pm

1 stop17h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/11

12:30 am-10:43 am

1 stop8h 13m

$250

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Best time to book a flight from Clearwater to San José

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Clearwater to San José. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Clearwater to San José may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 23 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 Clearwater to San José?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Clearwater to San José (average of $85). Flying from Clearwater to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of $164). 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 CL9 to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Clearwater 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 December 18, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Clearwater to San José in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 34% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Clearwater to San José. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2025.

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

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 December 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Copa Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Clearwater to San José have to say. 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.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

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
1,556 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

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
9,091 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

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
11,054 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

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
2,897 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

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
8,190 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

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 Clearwater 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 airport do you fly into for flights to San José from Clearwater?

    If you book a flight to San José from Clearwater, you will be flying to Juan Santamaria Intl, which is the city’s only airport. San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is located 8.8 mi from the center of San José. There are 0 flights from Clearwater to Juan Santamaria Intl per day from 8 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Clearwater to San José?

    For as low as $238, Copa Airlines can have you in San José from Clearwater in 13h 26m. The distance from Clearwater to San José is about 1246 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Clearwater to San José one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Clearwater to San José are Spirit Airlines ($101), Delta ($116), and American Airlines ($121).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Clearwater to San José?

    Before booking your flight to San José from Clearwater, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: JetBlue (97%), Spirit Airlines (93%), Volaris Costa Rica( 88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Clearwater to San José?

    On average you can expect to pay $257 for a flight from Clearwater to San José. The cheapest flight overall is $49 while the most popular route, (Tampa - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) is currently priced at $222.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Clearwater to San José (average of $85). Flying from Clearwater to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of $164). 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 8 airlines flying from Clearwater to San José

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Clearwater 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$129Average$214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$151Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$178Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$210Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$223Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SouthwestCheapest$225Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$245Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$280Average$558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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