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$115+ Cheap flights from Durham, NC 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 11/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SJO
nov 29 — dez 61
sáb 11/29
sáb 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Durham to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in September or October, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Durham to San José

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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$262
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$115
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$392
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Cheapest flights from Durham to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durham to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on outubro 30, 2025.

This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qui 11/131:15 pmRDU - SJO
1 stop10h 41mAmerican Airlines
seg 11/176:22 amSJO - RDU
1 stop14h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$262
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom 11/28:15 pmRDU - SJO
1 stop17h 04mAmerican Airlines
ter 11/41:12 pmSJO - RDU
2 stops8h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$266
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
seg 11/38:33 amRDU - SJO
1 stop6h 26mAmerican Airlines
dom 11/96:22 amSJO - RDU
1 stop14h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$267
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb 11/17:15 amRDU - SJO
1 stop6h 51mJetBlue
sáb 11/82:01 pmSJO - RDU
1 stop7h 05mJetBlue
Deal found 10/29$268
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sex 11/74:53 pmRDU - SJO
1 stop19h 32mUnited Airlines
qui 11/132:00 pmSJO - RDU
1 stop8h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qui 11/2711:11 amRDU - SJO
2 stops26h 00mAmerican Airlines
dom 12/143:06 pmSJO - RDU
1 stop17h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$284
This Copa 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qua 11/263:14 pmRDU - SJO
1 stop17h 19mCopa Airlines
ter 12/24:08 amSJO - RDU
1 stop8h 17mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/29$287
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom 11/98:10 amRDU - SJO
1 stop15h 46mAmerican Airlines
qui 11/132:39 pmSJO - RDU
1 stop9h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$301
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ter 11/1810:15 amRDU - SJO
2 stops12h 58mAmerican Airlines
ter 11/257:00 amSJO - RDU
2 stops11h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$305
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb 12/68:15 pmRDU - SJO
1 stop18h 47mAmerican Airlines
ter 12/97:00 amSJO - RDU
1 stop10h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$307

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

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Durham

Fly to

San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

seg 3/2

7:00 am-1:53 pm

1 stop7h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

seg 3/9

9:00 am-10:57 pm

1 stop11h 57m

$305

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

sex 1/16

6:00 am-8:39 pm

1 stop15h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb 1/24

6:30 am-3:40 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$314

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

ter 3/3

7:00 am-12:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

qua 3/4

2:00 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$314

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

qui 11/20

3:14 pm-4:50 pm

3 stops26h 36m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom 11/23

4:08 am-1:27 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$324

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

ter 3/3

7:00 am-12:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb 3/14

9:00 am-10:57 pm

1 stop11h 57m

$330

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

seg 2/23

7:52 pm-8:53 am

1 stop14h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb 2/28

10:00 am-10:57 pm

1 stop11h 57m

$342

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

seg 3/2

7:00 am-1:53 pm

1 stop7h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

qui 3/12

2:00 pm-7:46 am

1 stop15h 46m

$349

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

sex 3/6

7:00 am-12:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

qua 3/11

9:00 am-10:57 pm

1 stop11h 57m

$360

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

qua 2/11

3:12 pm-7:06 am

1 stop16h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

ter 2/17

4:09 am-1:14 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$366

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

seg 3/2

7:00 am-1:53 pm

1 stop7h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb 3/14

9:00 am-10:57 pm

1 stop11h 57m

$367

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Best time to book a flight from Durham to San José

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Durham to San José. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

Booking 70 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Durham to San José. 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 Durham to San José?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to San José (average of $201). Flying from Durham to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of $314). 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 DU8 to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Durham 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 outubro 30, 2025.

When flying from Durham to San José, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 29% versus a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Durham to San José. Price data was last updated on November 10, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Durham to San José flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon 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 outubro 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Copa Airlines, and United Airlines from Durham to San José to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,992 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,992 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,992 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,563 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,992 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,999 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,992 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,030 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,992 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,907 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,992 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Durham 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 Durham?

    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 Durham to San José. 8 airlines have flights to Juan Santamaria Intl from Durham on a regular basis. Booking flights from Durham to San José Juan Santamaria Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Durham per day.

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

    A quick flight from Durham to San José can take about 6h 55m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $262. Airlines will cover a distance of 1819 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to San José (average of $201). Flying from Durham to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of $314). 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 Durham to San José

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Durham 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 outubro 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$183Average$538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$244Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$258Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$261Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$272Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$281Average$663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$290Average$589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
FrontierCheapest$372Average$708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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