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$78+ Cheap flights from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) 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 2/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DFW — SJO
Feb 13 — Feb 201
Fri 2/13
Fri 2/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dallas/Fort Worth to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in September or January, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Dallas/Fort Worth to San José

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Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$246
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$78
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$495

Good round-trip deal

$546 or less

Good one-way deal

$363 or less
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Cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dallas/Fort Worth to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 14, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/285:20 am
DFW
-
SJO
1 stop7h 02m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/41:31 pm
SJO
-
DFW
1 stop8h 23m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/10$244
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/157:35 pm
DFW
-
SJO
1 stop16h 47m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 2/251:31 pm
SJO
-
DFW
1 stop9h 46m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/12$246
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/235:20 am
DFW
-
SJO
1 stop7h 02m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 2/251:31 pm
SJO
-
DFW
1 stop8h 23m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/12$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/235:20 am
DFW
-
SJO
1 stop7h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/261:31 pm
SJO
-
DFW
1 stop9h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/245:20 am
DFW
-
SJO
1 stop7h 02m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 2/251:31 pm
SJO
-
DFW
1 stop8h 23m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/12$251
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/317:15 pm
DFW
-
SJO
1 stop17h 07m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 2/71:30 pm
SJO
-
DFW
1 stop10h 05m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/12$252
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/245:20 am
DFW
-
SJO
1 stop7h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/261:31 pm
SJO
-
DFW
1 stop9h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12$253
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/215:20 am
DFW
-
SJO
1 stop7h 02m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 2/271:31 pm
SJO
-
DFW
1 stop8h 23m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/12$254
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/235:20 am
DFW
-
SJO
1 stop7h 02m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 2/271:31 pm
SJO
-
DFW
1 stop8h 23m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/12$255
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/187:35 pm
DFW
-
SJO
2 stops16h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/261:31 pm
SJO
-
DFW
1 stop9h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/10$256
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/223:47 pm
DFW
-
SJO
2 stops19h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/261:31 pm
SJO
-
DFW
1 stop9h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12$257
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/47:15 pm
DFW
-
SJO
1 stop17h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/78:07 am
SJO
-
DFW
1 stop15h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12$259

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 January 14, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San José that are best for you.

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DallasSan José

DFW - SJO

DFWSJO

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 4/15

6:10 am-11:56 am

1 stop6h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/22

1:05 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$262

DallasSan José

DFW - SJO

DFWSJO

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 4/13

6:10 am-11:56 am

1 stop6h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/17

1:05 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$262

DallasSan José

DFW - SJO

DFWSJO

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 4/17

6:10 am-11:56 am

1 stop6h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/22

1:05 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$262

DallasSan José

DFW - SJO

DFWSJO

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 4/14

6:10 am-11:56 am

1 stop6h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/21

1:05 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$262

DallasSan José

DFW - SJO

DFWSJO

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 4/13

6:10 am-11:56 am

1 stop6h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/23

1:05 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$262

DallasSan José

DFW - SJO

DFWSJO

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 6/27

6:10 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/2

9:00 am-10:53 pm

1 stop12h 53m

$262

DallasSan José

DFW - SJO

DFWSJO

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 4/22

6:10 am-11:56 am

1 stop6h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/29

9:00 am-10:53 pm

1 stop12h 53m

$296

DallasSan José

DFW - SJO

DFWSJO

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 2/5

6:46 am-3:30 pm

1 stop8h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/12

7:45 am-6:30 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$321

DallasSan José

DFW - SJO

DFWSJO

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 3/17

6:15 am-11:50 am

1 stop6h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/18

1:05 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$322

DallasSan José

DFW - SJO

DFWSJO

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 4/15

6:10 am-11:56 am

1 stop6h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/8

9:00 am-10:53 pm

1 stop12h 53m

$322

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Compare providers for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth to San José in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport-San José flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport-San José flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport-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 Dallas/Fort Worth to San José

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San José from Dallas/Fort Worth with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San José

How far ahead should I book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San José?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dallas/Fort Worth to San José. Price data was last updated on January 9, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San José is 60 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San José?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San José (average of $226). Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of $443). 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 DFW to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 January 14, 2026.

When flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San José, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 9% versus a flight at noon.

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 January 14, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San José, such as Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,156 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,118 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,489 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,309 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO), located 8.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to San José. 5 airlines have flights to Juan Santamaria Intl from Dallas/Fort Worth on a regular basis. Booking flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to San José Juan Santamaria Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 2 inbound flights from Dallas/Fort Worth per day.

  • How long is the flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San José?

    JetBlue can get you from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San José in just under 6h 46m. Your travel time can differ by up to . There are 1779 mi between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and San José.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San José round-trip?

    Spirit Airlines, at $179, was found to be the cheapest airline from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San José.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Avianca and Southwest. Spirit Airlines is priced at 68% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San José one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San José are Spirit Airlines ($89), Frontier ($122), and Avianca ($224).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San José?

    The cheapest flight price from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San José is $248. On average you can expect to pay $552. The most popular route, (Dallas/Fort Worth - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), can usually be booked for $193.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San José?

    Flights departing from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and landing in San José layover in San Salvador most frequently.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San José flights?

    Of the flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San José that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in Fort Lauderdale.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to San José that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to San José?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to San José?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San José?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San José (average of $226). Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of $443). 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 Dallas/Fort Worth to San José

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 January 14, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$212Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$333Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$398Average$578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$490Average$653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$527Average$680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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