HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
San José

$174+ Cheap flights from Guarulhos Intl, Brazil (GRU) 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 11/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GRU — SJO
Nov 28 — Dec 51
Fri 11/28
Fri 12/5
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Guarulhos Intl to San José with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in November or May, booked 4 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Guarulhos Intl to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Guarulhos Intl (GRU) 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 October 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$354
(Priceline)

One-way from

$174
(GOL)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$361

Good one-way deal

$183 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights.
Search Deals
From Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Search Deals
One-way flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($56 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
Search Deals
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Guarulhos Intl to San José

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

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/251:20 amGRU - SJO
1 stop10h 30mAvianca
Thu 12/119:45 amSJO - GRU
1 stop9h 55mAvianca
Deal found 10/28$354
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/185:25 amGRU - SJO
1 stop14h 15mCopa Airlines
Fri 11/285:49 amSJO - GRU
1 stop15h 21mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/28$356
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/311:40 amGRU - SJO
1 stop10h 25mCopa Airlines
Mon 11/1011:00 amSJO - GRU
1 stop10h 15mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/28$357
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/273:20 pmGRU - SJO
Nonstop7h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/49:45 amSJO - GRU
1 stop9h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$361
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/32:40 amGRU - SJO
1 stop9h 10mAvianca
Thu 12/119:45 amSJO - GRU
1 stop12h 50mAvianca
Deal found 10/28$369
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/263:10 amGRU - SJO
1 stop16h 27mCopa Airlines
Sun 11/24:08 amSJO - GRU
1 stop17h 02mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/26$372
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/71:40 amGRU - SJO
1 stop10h 25mCopa Airlines
Sat 11/2210:08 amSJO - GRU
1 stop14h 42mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/28$376
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/25:25 amGRU - SJO
1 stop19h 31mCopa Airlines
Sat 11/155:50 pmSJO - GRU
1 stop9h 40mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/28$377
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/45:25 amGRU - SJO
1 stop14h 28mCopa Airlines
Mon 12/295:53 pmSJO - GRU
1 stop9h 37mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/29$389

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Guarulhos Intl 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 October 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to San José that are best for you.

Fly from

Guarulhos Intl

Fly to

San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Sao PauloSan José

GRU - SJO

GRUSJO

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Tue 3/10

3:10 am-1:53 pm

1 stop13h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/18

8:48 am-3:50 am

1 stop16h 02m

$356

Sao PauloSan José

GRU - SJO

GRUSJO

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Thu 12/11

5:25 am-1:53 pm

1 stop11h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/18

6:15 am-12:10 am

1 stop14h 55m

$356

Sao PauloSan José

GRU - SJO

GRUSJO

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Wed 11/26

5:25 am-1:53 pm

1 stop11h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/10

4:08 am-8:50 pm

1 stop13h 42m

$356

Sao PauloSan José

GRU - SJO

GRUSJO

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Wed 12/10

5:25 am-1:53 pm

1 stop11h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/15

4:08 am-8:50 pm

1 stop13h 42m

$356

Sao PauloSan José

GRU - SJO

GRUSJO

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Tue 12/2

3:10 am-7:07 pm

1 stop18h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/9

4:08 am-8:50 pm

1 stop13h 42m

$356

Sao PauloSan José

GRU - SJO

GRUSJO

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Wed 11/26

3:10 am-1:53 pm

1 stop13h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/4

8:10 am-3:50 am

1 stop16h 40m

$356

Sao PauloSan José

GRU - SJO

GRUSJO

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Thu 12/4

5:25 am-6:37 pm

1 stop16h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/11

8:47 am-8:50 pm

1 stop9h 03m

$356

Sao PauloSan José

GRU - SJO

GRUSJO

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Tue 11/4

3:20 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop7h 20m

$174

Sao PauloSan José

GRU - SJO

GRUSJO

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Thu 11/27

3:20 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop7h 20m

$180

Sao PauloSan José

GRU - SJO

GRUSJO

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Tue 11/18

3:20 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop7h 20m

$189

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 10/28

Showing 1-10 of 17 results
1
2

Compare providers for flights from Guarulhos Intl 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 Guarulhos Intl to San José in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 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 Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport-San José flights, users find the pricing of Justfly.com to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com Users can find the same prices on Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport-San José flights, Cheapflights users trust Justfly.com the most. Justfly.com 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 Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport-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 Guarulhos Intl to San José

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San José from Guarulhos Intl with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to San José

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to San José?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Guarulhos Intl to San José. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to San José may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 4 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 Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to San José?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to San José (average of $178). Flying from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to San José in April is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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 GRU to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Guarulhos Intl 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 October 29, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to San José at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 20% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to San José?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Guarulhos Intl to San José. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to San José flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl 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 October 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to San José, such as Copa Airlines and GOL. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
GOL
7.3
Good
1,121 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Guarulhos Intl 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 Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO), located 8.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl to San José. 2 airlines have flights to Juan Santamaria Intl from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl per day.

  • How long is the flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to San José?

    There are many flights that can get you from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to San José in 13h 43m. Fly via Copa Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 3438 mi between Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport and San José.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to San José round-trip?

    According to our current data, GOL ($310), and Copa Airlines ($331) offers the cheapest pricing from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to San José. These flights start at 20% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to San José one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $174 on GOL. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Avianca from $207 and LATAM Airlines from $218 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to San José?

    The cheapest flight price from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to San José is $180. On average you can expect to pay $187. The most popular route, (Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), can usually be booked for $356.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Guarulhos Intl 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 Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to San José?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to San José (average of $178). Flying from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to San José in April is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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.

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near San José?

Book flights to San José if you plan to visit one of these locations
Heredia
Manuel Antonio
Alajuela
Monteverde
Jacó
Dominical

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Complete your trip

Complete your trip to San José by adding a car rental and/or hotel reservation to your travel itinerary.
Liberia car rentals

Top 2 airlines flying from Guarulhos Intl to San José

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Guarulhos Intl 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 October 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
GOLCheapest$310Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$331Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.