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$67+ Cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) 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 8/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FLL — SJO
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Fort Lauderdale to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in September or May, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Fort Lauderdale to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) 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 August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$163
(Expedia)

One-way from

$67
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$257

Good round-trip deal

$218 or less

Good one-way deal

$108 or less
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Cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Fort Lauderdale to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 14, 2025.

This Spirit deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Spirit is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2110:20 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 52mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/2412:18 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$163
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Sat 9/610:20 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 54mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/1112:19 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$171
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Fri 8/2910:20 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 52mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/312:18 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$172
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Mon 8/1810:20 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 52mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/2012:18 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/13$173
This Spirit deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Spirit is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2210:20 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 52mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/2412:18 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/13$174
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Mon 8/1810:20 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 52mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/912:19 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/13$175
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/1610:20 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 52mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/2412:18 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$177
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Fri 9/510:20 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 54mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/2512:19 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$181
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2910:20 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 52mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/212:18 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$183
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Fri 8/1510:20 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 52mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/2012:18 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$184
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Fri 10/310:52 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop3h 03mJetBlue
Mon 10/61:00 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 00mJetBlue
Deal found 8/13$185

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Fort Lauderdale 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 August 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Fort Lauderdale to San José that are best for you.

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Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 8/29

10:20 am-11:12 am

Nonstop2h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/3

12:18 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop3h 02m

$172

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 8/27

10:20 am-11:12 am

Nonstop2h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/24

12:19 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$172

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 8/29

10:20 am-11:12 am

Nonstop2h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/30

12:18 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop3h 02m

$174

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 9/12

10:20 am-11:14 am

Nonstop2h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/16

12:19 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$174

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 9/6

10:20 am-11:14 am

Nonstop2h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/20

12:19 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$174

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 9/5

10:20 am-11:14 am

Nonstop2h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/25

12:19 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$181

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 9/13

7:00 am-10:27 am

1 stop5h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/17

12:19 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$181

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 10/7

10:20 am-11:14 am

Nonstop2h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/9

12:19 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$183

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 9/5

10:20 am-11:14 am

Nonstop2h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/7

12:19 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$183

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 9/21

10:20 am-11:14 am

Nonstop2h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/25

12:19 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$183

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The best insider tips for Fort Lauderdale to San José flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Fort Lauderdale to San José trip
Airports
FLL

For a smooth parking experience, download the FLL Airport App for real-time parking space information and guidance.

Read more about FLLby Paul Rubio
SJO

At SJO, authorized taxis and public buses are available for transport. Taxis are recommended for convenience and avoiding Uber pickup complications.

Read more about SJOby Marisa Garcia
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Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Expert on FLL

Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Travel journalist and photographer Paul Rubio is a Miami native (and current resident), who has lived in nine countries and traveled to 137. He is an expert in luxury travel, eco-travel, loyalty programs, hotels, airports and airlines. He is a contributing editor at AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, LUXURY Magazine, and Palm Beach Illustrated.

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on SJO

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Best time to book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to San José

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Fort Lauderdale to San José. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Fort Lauderdale to San José, San José Province, you should look to book at least 43 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Fort Lauderdale to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 FLL to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Fort Lauderdale 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 August 14, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Fort Lauderdale to San José, San José Province in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 35% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Fort Lauderdale to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Fort Lauderdale to San José. Price data was last updated on August 10, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Fort Lauderdale to San José, San José Province flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Fort Lauderdale to San José, San José Province

Explore weekly flight availability from Fort Lauderdale to San José. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

The most flights from FLL to SJO are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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 August 14, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Copa Airlines, JetBlue, and Avianca from Fort Lauderdale 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.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,507 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,507 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,507 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,914 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,507 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,399 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,507 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,045 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,507 reviews

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Fort Lauderdale 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 airports do I use to fly from Fort Lauderdale to San José?

    If you book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to San José, you will be flying from Fort Lauderdale to Juan Santamaria Intl. Flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) take 2h 51m for a nonstop flight. There are 2 flights from Fort Lauderdale to San José per day from 4 airlines.

  • How popular is this Fort Lauderdale to San José, San José Province flight route?

    Flights from Fort Lauderdale to San José Juan Santamaria Intl have been viewed 17 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Fort Lauderdale to San José, San José Province round-trip?

    Currently priced at $157, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Fort Lauderdale to San José, San José Province and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Copa Airlines and JetBlue - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $161 and $178, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 45% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to San José, San José Province?

    On average you can expect to pay $194 for a flight from Fort Lauderdale to San José, San José Province. The cheapest flight overall is $77 while the most popular route, (Fort Lauderdale - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) is currently priced at $160.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale to San José, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Fort Lauderdale to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 4 airlines flying from Fort Lauderdale to San José

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Fort Lauderdale 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$157Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$161Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
JetBlueCheapest$178Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AviancaCheapest$223Average$241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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