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$564+ 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 7/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FRA — SJO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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 March or February, booked 26 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$653
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$564
(Avianca)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$805

Good round-trip deal

$666 or less
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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 June 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/245:10 pmFRA - SJO
2 stops46h 05mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/287:15 amSJO - FRA
2 stops24h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$653
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/299:50 amFRA - SJO
1 stop19h 25mKLM
Sat 12/205:15 pmSJO - FRA
2 stops17h 40mKLM
Deal found 6/12$662
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/14:10 pmFRA - SJO
2 stops37h 15mAir Canada
Mon 12/18:55 amSJO - FRA
2 stops39h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 6/10$670
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/2610:40 amFRA - SJO
1 stop33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/257:40 pmSJO - FRA
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$685
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/71:10 pmFRA - SJO
1 stop32h 00mLufthansa
Tue 11/48:40 pmSJO - FRA
Nonstop11h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 6/10$686
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/810:40 amFRA - SJO
2 stops18h 35mDelta
Sat 1/102:20 pmSJO - FRA
2 stops34h 30mDelta
Deal found 6/11$858

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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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San José that are best for you.

Fly from

Frankfurt

Fly to

San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Frankfurt am MainSan José

FRA - SJO

FRASJO

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 6/24

5:10 pm-7:15 am

2 stops46h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/28

7:15 am-3:35 pm

2 stops24h 20m

$653

Frankfurt am MainSan José

FRA - SJO

FRASJO

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 11/29

9:50 am-10:15 pm

1 stop19h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/20

5:15 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops17h 40m

$662

Frankfurt am MainSan José

FRA - SJO

FRASJO

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 11/1

4:10 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops37h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/1

8:55 am-7:25 am

2 stops39h 30m

$670

Frankfurt am MainSan José

FRA - SJO

FRASJO

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 6/26

10:40 am-12:00 pm

1 stop33h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 7/25

7:40 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop18h 25m

$685

Frankfurt am MainSan José

FRA - SJO

FRASJO

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 10/7

8:45 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop24h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/6

8:40 pm-2:45 pm

Nonstop11h 05m

$686

Frankfurt am MainSan José

FRA - SJO

FRASJO

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 12/8

10:40 am-12:52 pm

2 stops33h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/8

2:20 pm-7:50 am

2 stops34h 30m

$858

Frankfurt am MainSan José

FRA - SJO

FRASJO

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 7/1

8:00 pm-9:20 am

2 stops21h 20m

$564

Frankfurt am MainSan José

FRA - SJO

FRASJO

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 11/15

9:50 am-10:15 pm

1 stop19h 25m

$568

Frankfurt am MainSan José

FRA - SJO

FRASJO

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 11/5

7:35 pm-9:20 am

2 stops20h 45m

$637

Frankfurt am MainSan José

FRA - SJO

FRASJO

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 10/17

10:55 am-9:53 pm

2 stops18h 58m

$735

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Best time to book a flight from Frankfurt to San José

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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, 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 June 9, 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 26 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 June 12, 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 24% 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 June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, KLM and Air France from Frankfurt am Main to San José have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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
7,946 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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
1,358 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

CAE - ATL

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
Air France
7.5
Good
1,463 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

CAE - ATL

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,537 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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?

    United Airlines, at $653, 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 KLM and Air Canada. These flights start at 23% 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?

    $564 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Avianca. You may also be able to find cheap deals on KLM and Air Europa, with prices starting from $568 and $735, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San José, San José Province?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $664. While the most popular route (Frankfurt am Main - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) can be booked for $653 on average our data indicates $933 when flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San José, San José Province.

  • 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest$547Average$694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air CanadaCheapest$567Average$757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
KLMCheapest$580Average$1,038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$606Average$1,114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$674Average$1,214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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