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$445+ 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 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FRA — SJO
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
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 June or March, booked 34 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Frankfurt to San José

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 April 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$613
(Lufthansa)

One-way from

$445
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$944
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Cheapest flights from Frankfurt to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Frankfurt to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/221:35 pmFRA - SJO
Nonstop12h 00mLufthansa
Wed 6/42:40 pmSJO - FRA
3 stops20h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 4/29$613
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/141:35 pmFRA - SJO
Nonstop12h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/273:25 pmSJO - FRA
1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$618
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/15:10 pmFRA - SJO
1 stop36h 15mAir Canada
Mon 12/19:00 amSJO - FRA
1 stop15h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$629
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/209:55 amFRA - SJO
2 stops29h 20mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/118:37 amSJO - FRA
2 stops41h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$632
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/910:15 amFRA - SJO
2 stops19h 38mKLM
Mon 6/167:40 pmSJO - FRA
2 stops18h 05mKLM
Deal found 4/29$633
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/204:30 pmFRA - SJO
2 stops28h 40mSWISS
Wed 6/42:40 pmSJO - FRA
3 stops21h 20mSWISS
Deal found 4/29$676
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/1511:00 amFRA - SJO
2 stops32h 59mDelta
Fri 5/231:24 pmSJO - FRA
2 stops36h 26mDelta
Deal found 4/29$853

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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

Fly to

San José

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Depart

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Price

Frankfurt am MainSan José

FRA - SJO

FRASJO

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 5/22

1:35 pm-5:35 pm

Nonstop12h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/4

2:40 pm-7:00 pm

3 stops20h 20m

$613

Frankfurt am MainSan José

FRA - SJO

FRASJO

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 6/14

1:35 pm-5:35 pm

Nonstop12h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/27

3:25 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop16h 15m

$618

Frankfurt am MainSan José

FRA - SJO

FRASJO

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 8/20

9:55 am-7:15 am

2 stops29h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/11

8:37 am-10:05 am

2 stops41h 28m

$632

Frankfurt am MainSan José

FRA - SJO

FRASJO

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 6/9

10:15 am-9:53 pm

2 stops19h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/16

7:40 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops18h 05m

$633

Frankfurt am MainSan José

FRA - SJO

FRASJO

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 5/20

4:30 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops28h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/4

2:40 pm-8:00 pm

3 stops21h 20m

$676

Frankfurt am MainSan José

FRA - SJO

FRASJO

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 5/15

11:00 am-11:59 am

2 stops32h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/23

1:24 pm-9:50 am

2 stops36h 26m

$853

Frankfurt am MainSan José

FRA - SJO

FRASJO

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 6/19

10:55 am-9:53 pm

2 stops18h 58m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/3

2:29 pm-9:45 am

2 stops35h 16m

$921

Frankfurt am MainSan José

FRA - SJO

FRASJO

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 5/12

6:55 pm-9:53 pm

3 stops34h 58m

$445

Frankfurt am MainSan José

FRA - SJO

FRASJO

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 9/12

7:05 am-5:10 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$556

Frankfurt am MainSan José

FRA - SJO

FRASJO

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 9/13

10:55 am-9:53 pm

2 stops18h 58m

$585

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Compare providers for flights from Frankfurt to San José

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 Frankfurt to San José in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*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 Frankfurt am Main Airport-San José, San José Province flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Frankfurt am Main Airport-San José, San José Province flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Frankfurt am Main Airport-San José, San José Province flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Frankfurt am Main Airport-San José, San José Province flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport-San José, San José Province 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 Frankfurt to San José

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San José from Frankfurt with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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, San José Province?

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 April 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San José, San José Province may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 34 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 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 April 29, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San José, San José Province in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 26% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Rainfall in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

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 April 29, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

CAE - ATL

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

CAE - ATL

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
KLM
7.8
Good
1,334 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

CAE - ATL

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,588 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

CAE - ATL

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
Air France
7.4
Good
1,446 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

CAE - ATL

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

CAE - ATL

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

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 5 different airlines.

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

    Lufthansa, at $613, was found to be the cheapest airline from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San José, San José Province.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and KLM. These flights start at 27% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San José, San José Province one-way?

    $556 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air France. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air Europa and KLM, with prices starting from $585 and $609, respectively.

  • 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, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 5 airlines flying from Frankfurt to San José

Discover the top 5 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest$547Average$694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air CanadaCheapest$567Average$757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
KLMCheapest$580Average$1,038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$660Average$1,197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$670Average$1,143FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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