San José

$89+ Cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to San José (SJO)

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FLL — SJO
Jul 6 — Jul 131
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Fort Lauderdale to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in May or September, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Monday 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 July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$207
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$89
(eDestinos)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$301

Good round-trip deal

$235 or less

Good one-way deal

$94 or less
From Fort Lauderdale to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
One-way flight from Fort Lauderdale to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($57 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Fort Lauderdale to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Fort Lauderdale to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

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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 July 1, 2025.

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Fri 7/1110:19 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 52mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/2312:16 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/29$207
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Wed 7/94:00 pmFLL - SJO
2 stops9h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/1212:16 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29$219
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Fri 10/1011:00 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 55mJetBlue
Tue 10/141:00 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 00mJetBlue
Deal found 6/30$231
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Thu 8/286:12 pmFLL - SJO
1 stop16h 07mCopa Airlines
Tue 9/28:11 amSJO - FLL
1 stop6h 05mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/30$242
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Wed 7/94:00 pmFLL - SJO
2 stops9h 35mAvianca
Thu 7/175:05 amSJO - FLL
2 stops7h 30mAvianca
Deal found 6/30$248

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Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 7/11

10:19 am-11:11 am

Nonstop2h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/23

12:16 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop3h 04m

$207

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 7/16

4:00 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops9h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/23

12:16 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop3h 04m

$219

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 10/10

11:00 am-11:55 am

Nonstop2h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/20

1:00 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$231

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 8/28

6:12 pm-8:19 am

1 stop16h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/2

8:11 am-4:16 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$242

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 8/8

4:00 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops9h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/12

5:05 am-2:35 pm

2 stops7h 30m

$248

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 7/30

10:19 am-11:11 am

Nonstop2h 52m

$89

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 8/8

7:05 am-12:45 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$107

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 9/2

11:00 am-11:55 am

Nonstop2h 55m

$112

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 8/31

4:00 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$114

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 9/2

6:15 pm-7:34 am

1 stop15h 19m

$138

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Airports
FLL

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SJO

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Expert on SJO

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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

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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 June 27, 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 57 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 July 1, 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 24% 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 June 29, 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. Monday 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 July 1, 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 July 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Copa Airlines, and JetBlue 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.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

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 52m 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?

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

    Currently priced at $207, 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 JetBlue and Copa Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $231 and $242, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 29% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $89 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and JetBlue, with prices starting from $107 and $112, respectively.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $206 for a flight from Fort Lauderdale to San José, San José Province. The cheapest flight overall is $79 while the most popular route, (Fort Lauderdale - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) is currently priced at $209.

  • 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 July 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$156Average$271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$161Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
JetBlueCheapest$183Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AviancaCheapest$223Average$240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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