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$391+ Cheap flights from Frankfurt (FRA) 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 5/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FRA — SJO
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Frankfurt am Main to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in May or October, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/29:50 am
FRA
-
SJO
2 stops21h 15m
Air Canada
Mon 8/317:15 am
SJO
-
FRA
1 stop14h 45m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/27$702
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/17:00 am
FRA
-
SJO
2 stops18h 00m
KLM
Mon 6/157:05 pm
SJO
-
FRA
2 stops18h 55m
KLM
Deal found 1/28$703
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/3010:40 am
FRA
-
SJO
1 stop33h 16m
KLM
Thu 5/216:25 pm
SJO
-
FRA
1 stop32h 35m
KLM
Deal found 1/27$704
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/167:00 am
FRA
-
SJO
2 stops18h 10m
KLM
Sun 6/77:05 pm
SJO
-
FRA
2 stops18h 55m
KLM
Deal found 1/28$706
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/1410:40 am
FRA
-
SJO
1 stop33h 18m
KLM
Wed 10/288:30 pm
SJO
-
FRA
1 stop31h 35m
KLM
Deal found 1/28$707
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/85:35 pm
FRA
-
SJO
1 stop31h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/21:20 pm
SJO
-
FRA
1 stop35h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$709
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/139:50 am
FRA
-
SJO
2 stops20h 25m
Air Canada
Sat 12/128:50 am
SJO
-
FRA
2 stops24h 10m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/27$711
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/139:50 am
FRA
-
SJO
2 stops20h 25m
Air Canada
Mon 12/148:50 am
SJO
-
FRA
2 stops20h 10m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/28$713
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/141:15 pm
FRA
-
SJO
2 stops41h 00m
Air Canada
Wed 12/98:50 am
SJO
-
FRA
2 stops20h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/28$714
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/149:50 am
FRA
-
SJO
2 stops21h 30m
Air Canada
Sat 12/128:50 am
SJO
-
FRA
2 stops21h 10m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/27$716

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Frankfurt (FRA) 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 January 29, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$702
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$391
(KLM)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$795
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Frankfurt 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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San José that are best for you.

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Frankfurt

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San José

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Depart

Return

Price

Frankfurt am MainSan José

FRA - SJO

FRASJO

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 5/26

7:00 am-4:20 pm

1 stop17h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/31

7:15 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop35h 05m

$731

Frankfurt am MainSan José

FRA - SJO

FRASJO

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 2/25

7:20 am-7:53 pm

2 stops19h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/4

8:45 am-11:50 am

2 stops20h 05m

$752

Frankfurt am MainSan José

FRA - SJO

FRASJO

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 2/9

1:50 pm-6:16 pm

1 stop35h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/27

9:40 am-2:55 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$755

Frankfurt am MainSan José

FRA - SJO

FRASJO

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 2/8

12:50 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop31h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/3

9:40 am-2:55 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$755

Frankfurt am MainSan José

FRA - SJO

FRASJO

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 2/21

8:40 am-12:56 pm

1 stop35h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/10

1:05 pm-9:55 am

1 stop37h 50m

$755

Frankfurt am MainSan José

FRA - SJO

FRASJO

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 4/24

6:35 am-8:19 pm

2 stops21h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/4

8:45 am-6:05 pm

2 stops25h 20m

$758

Frankfurt am MainSan José

FRA - SJO

FRASJO

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 3/12

8:15 am-9:32 pm

2 stops20h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/17

7:45 am-9:10 am

2 stops18h 25m

$760

Frankfurt am MainSan José

FRA - SJO

FRASJO

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 4/21

5:30 pm-7:15 am

1 stop21h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/25

8:45 am-3:15 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$760

Frankfurt am MainSan José

FRA - SJO

FRASJO

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 4/17

12:55 pm-7:15 am

1 stop26h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/22

7:55 am-11:45 am

2 stops19h 50m

$760

Frankfurt am MainSan José

FRA - SJO

FRASJO

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 4/30

10:00 am-7:37 pm

1 stop17h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/7

8:45 am-3:15 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$763

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San José

How far ahead should I book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San José?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Frankfurt to San José. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San José is 39 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to San José?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San José (average of $548). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of $677). 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 FRA to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Frankfurt 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 January 29, 2026.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San José?

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 January 29, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air France, United Airlines, and Air Canada from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San José by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,528 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jayesh,Jan 2026

CDG - NMI

Entertainment needs more good Bollywood movies - as this flight was going to Mumbai, India. The Aircraft was a OLD - Is service to India cannot be improved ? The aircraft from Newark to Paris was great n new aircraft BUT aircraft from Paris to Mumbai was very old and poor class
Air France
7.4
Good
1,528 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,528 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jayesh,Jan 2026

CDG - NMI

Entertainment needs more good Bollywood movies - as this flight was going to Mumbai, India. The Aircraft was a OLD - Is service to India cannot be improved ? The aircraft from Newark to Paris was great n new aircraft BUT aircraft from Paris to Mumbai was very old and poor class
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,214 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,528 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jayesh,Jan 2026

CDG - NMI

Entertainment needs more good Bollywood movies - as this flight was going to Mumbai, India. The Aircraft was a OLD - Is service to India cannot be improved ? The aircraft from Newark to Paris was great n new aircraft BUT aircraft from Paris to Mumbai was very old and poor class
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,667 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,528 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jayesh,Jan 2026

CDG - NMI

Entertainment needs more good Bollywood movies - as this flight was going to Mumbai, India. The Aircraft was a OLD - Is service to India cannot be improved ? The aircraft from Newark to Paris was great n new aircraft BUT aircraft from Paris to Mumbai was very old and poor class
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,756 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,528 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jayesh,Jan 2026

CDG - NMI

Entertainment needs more good Bollywood movies - as this flight was going to Mumbai, India. The Aircraft was a OLD - Is service to India cannot be improved ? The aircraft from Newark to Paris was great n new aircraft BUT aircraft from Paris to Mumbai was very old and poor class

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt am Main?

    Located just 8.8 mi from the city center, San José Juan Santamaria Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San José from Frankfurt am Main. Booking flights from Frankfurt am Main to Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Frankfurt am Main from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San José?

    A quick flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San José can take about 17h 39m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $749. There are 5808 mi between Frankfurt am Main Airport and San José.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San José round-trip?

    According to our current data, Air Canada ($484), Air France ($577), and Lufthansa ($606) offers the cheapest pricing from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San José. Air Canada is currently priced 44% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to San José?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San José (average of $548). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of $677). 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 Frankfurt to San José

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Frankfurt 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$484Average$707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Air FranceCheapest$577Average$908FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$606Average$1,082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$629Average$810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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