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$540+ Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates (DXB) 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 12/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — SJO
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Dubai to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dubai (DXB) 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 October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$958
(KLM)

One-way from

$621
(Mytrip)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,626
Provider with most accurate pricing for Dubai Intl-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
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One-way flight from Dubai Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($72 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Cheapest flights from Dubai to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/251:55 amDXB - SJO
1 stop26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/108:05 pmSJO - DXB
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,108
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/251:55 amDXB - SJO
1 stop26h 30mKLM
Wed 12/108:30 pmSJO - DXB
2 stops26h 30mKLM
Deal found 10/29$1,140
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Tue 11/252:15 amDXB - SJO
2 stops43h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/108:45 amSJO - DXB
2 stops24h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,219
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Wed 12/172:15 amDXB - SJO
2 stops30h 17mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/66:40 amSJO - DXB
2 stops51h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,391
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Wed 12/172:15 amDXB - SJO
2 stops30h 17mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/58:45 amSJO - DXB
2 stops24h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,503
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/182:15 amDXB - SJO
2 stops28h 24mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/62:20 pmSJO - DXB
2 stops43h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,554

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Dubai 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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dubai to San José that are best for you.

Fly from

Dubai

Fly to

San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DubaiSan José

DXB - SJO

DXBSJO

Dubai Intl

Wed 3/11

2:15 am-8:30 pm

2 stops28h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/16

2:55 pm-8:30 am

2 stops31h 35m

$1,034

DubaiSan José

DXB - SJO

DXBSJO

Dubai Intl

Tue 11/25

1:55 am-6:25 pm

1 stop26h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/10

8:05 pm-9:00 am

1 stop26h 55m

$1,109

DubaiSan José

DXB - SJO

DXBSJO

Dubai Intl

Tue 11/25

1:55 am-6:25 pm

1 stop26h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/10

8:30 pm-9:00 am

2 stops26h 30m

$1,140

DubaiSan José

DXB - SJO

DXBSJO

Dubai Intl

Tue 11/25

2:15 am-11:25 am

2 stops43h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/10

8:45 am-7:40 pm

2 stops24h 55m

$1,219

DubaiSan José

DXB - SJO

DXBSJO

Dubai Intl

Wed 12/17

2:15 am-10:32 pm

2 stops30h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/6

6:40 am-7:40 pm

2 stops51h 00m

$1,391

DubaiSan José

DXB - SJO

DXBSJO

Dubai Intl

Wed 12/17

2:15 am-10:32 pm

2 stops30h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/5

8:45 am-7:40 pm

2 stops24h 55m

$1,503

DubaiSan José

DXB - SJO

DXBSJO

Dubai Intl

Wed 12/3

9:55 pm-11:42 am

3 stops47h 47m

$640

DubaiSan José

DXB - SJO

DXBSJO

Dubai Intl

Mon 11/17

1:55 am-6:25 pm

1 stop26h 30m

$710

DubaiSan José

DXB - SJO

DXBSJO

Dubai Intl

Mon 12/8

1:55 am-6:25 pm

1 stop26h 30m

$710

DubaiSan José

DXB - SJO

DXBSJO

Dubai Intl

Tue 12/2

1:55 am-6:25 pm

1 stop26h 30m

$711

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 10/30

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

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Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dubai to San José?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to San José (average of $962). Flying from Dubai to San José in October is currently the most expensive (average of $1,613). 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.

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 October 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with British Airways from Dubai to San José have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,487 reviews

Comfort

6.7

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

7.6

Overall

6.7

Boarding

6.9

Food

6.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

ALG - LGW

Didn't like anything from this flight starting with the lady at the counter. Nasty attitude.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,487 reviews
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,487 reviews

Comfort

6.7

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

7.6

Overall

6.7

Boarding

6.9

Food

6.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

ALG - LGW

Didn't like anything from this flight starting with the lady at the counter. Nasty attitude.

Related info for your journey

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Dubai to San José in 28h 15m. Fly via British Airways to get the fastest option. There are 8780 mi between Dubai and San José.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Dubai to San José round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,103, British Airways will fly you from Dubai to San José and back. In addition to British Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. British Airways is currently priced 21% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to San José (average of $962). Flying from Dubai to San José in October is currently the most expensive (average of $1,613). 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 airline flying from Dubai to San José

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Dubai 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$1,103Average$1,243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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