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$85+ 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 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FLL — SJO
Mar 14 — Mar 211
Sat 3/14
Sat 3/21
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 October or September, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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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 February 12, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Wed 2/2510:44 pm
FLL
-
SJO
1 stop13h 56m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 3/51:31 pm
SJO
-
FLL
Nonstop2h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/9$188
This Spirit deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Wed 3/410:44 pm
FLL
-
SJO
1 stop13h 56m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/1112:31 pm
SJO
-
FLL
Nonstop2h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/9$189
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/96:35 am
FLL
-
SJO
1 stop6h 05m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/1012:31 pm
SJO
-
FLL
Nonstop2h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/9$191
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 2/2810:44 pm
FLL
-
SJO
1 stop13h 56m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 3/51:31 pm
SJO
-
FLL
Nonstop2h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/9$192
This Spirit deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Spirit is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/276:35 am
FLL
-
SJO
1 stop6h 05m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 3/812:31 pm
SJO
-
FLL
Nonstop2h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/10$193
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/276:35 am
FLL
-
SJO
1 stop6h 05m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 3/21:31 pm
SJO
-
FLL
Nonstop2h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/10$194
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/2710:30 am
FLL
-
SJO
Nonstop2h 52m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/312:35 pm
SJO
-
FLL
1 stop6h 30m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/11$195
This Spirit deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Spirit is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/510:30 am
FLL
-
SJO
Nonstop2h 52m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 3/912:31 pm
SJO
-
FLL
Nonstop2h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/10$196
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Thu 2/2610:30 am
FLL
-
SJO
Nonstop2h 52m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 3/212:35 pm
SJO
-
FLL
1 stop6h 30m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/11$198
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/2010:30 am
FLL
-
SJO
Nonstop2h 52m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 2/2612:35 pm
SJO
-
FLL
1 stop6h 30m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/10$199
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 2/256:35 am
FLL
-
SJO
1 stop6h 05m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 3/61:31 pm
SJO
-
FLL
Nonstop2h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/9$200
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 3/410:44 pm
FLL
-
SJO
1 stop13h 56m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 3/812:31 pm
SJO
-
FLL
Nonstop2h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/9$201

Find 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 February 12, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$188
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$85
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$289

Good round-trip deal

$230 or less

Good one-way deal

$118 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($20 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 February 12, 2026.
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

Wed 3/4

10:44 pm-11:40 am

1 stop13h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/11

12:31 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop2h 59m

$189

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 2/28

10:44 pm-11:40 am

1 stop13h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 3/7

1:31 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop2h 59m

$193

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 3/2

6:35 am-11:40 am

1 stop6h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/5

1:31 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop2h 59m

$193

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 3/5

10:30 am-12:22 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/9

12:31 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop2h 59m

$196

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 2/23

10:30 am-12:22 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/2

12:35 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$199

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 2/22

10:30 am-12:22 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/26

12:35 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$199

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 3/9

10:30 am-11:22 am

Nonstop2h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/15

12:19 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$202

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 3/3

10:30 am-12:22 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/17

12:19 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$207

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 3/6

6:35 am-11:40 am

1 stop6h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/9

11:35 am-8:05 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$219

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 2/24

6:35 am-11:40 am

1 stop6h 05m

$90

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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 Fort Lauderdale to San José in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*2 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust 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 Fort Lauderdale-San José flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Fort Lauderdale-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Fort Lauderdale-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Fort Lauderdale-San José flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Fort Lauderdale-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 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?

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 February 6, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Fort Lauderdale to San José is 48 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 Fort Lauderdale to San José?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to San José (average of $92). Flying from Fort Lauderdale to San José in February is currently the most expensive (average of $155). 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 February 12, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Fort Lauderdale to San José as you normally would.

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The best insider tips for Fort Lauderdale to San José flights

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Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Expert on FLL

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 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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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 February 12, 2026.
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
1,557 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Maria,Dec 2025

MIA - PTY

The second flight to salta Argentina was terrible..the plain is old no entertainment no good food no nothing
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,557 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,557 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Maria,Dec 2025

MIA - PTY

The second flight to salta Argentina was terrible..the plain is old no entertainment no good food no nothing
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,896 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,557 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Maria,Dec 2025

MIA - PTY

The second flight to salta Argentina was terrible..the plain is old no entertainment no good food no nothing
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,496 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,557 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Maria,Dec 2025

MIA - PTY

The second flight to salta Argentina was terrible..the plain is old no entertainment no good food no nothing
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,445 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,557 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Maria,Dec 2025

MIA - PTY

The second flight to salta Argentina was terrible..the plain is old no entertainment no good food no nothing

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 44m for a nonstop flight. There is 1 flight from Fort Lauderdale to San José per day from 4 airlines.

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

    This flight path from Fort Lauderdale to San José Juan Santamaria Intl was viewed by 27 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Fort Lauderdale to San José?

    Spirit Airlines can get you from Fort Lauderdale to San José in just under 13h 56m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance between Fort Lauderdale and San José is about 1141 mi.

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

    According to our current data, Avianca ($94), Copa Airlines ($105), and Spirit Airlines ($108) offers the cheapest pricing from Fort Lauderdale to San José. Avianca is currently priced 63% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Fort Lauderdale to San José are Spirit Airlines ($65), JetBlue ($79), and Copa Airlines ($88).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $215 for a flight from Fort Lauderdale to San José. The cheapest flight overall is $87 while the most popular route, (Fort Lauderdale - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) is currently priced at $169.

  • 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?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to San José (average of $92). Flying from Fort Lauderdale to San José in February is currently the most expensive (average of $155). 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 February 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$94Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$105Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$108Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$144Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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