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$168+ 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 7/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GRU — SJO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in May or March, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$353
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$168
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$365

Good one-way deal

$126 or less
From Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
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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 June 12, 2025.

This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/32:40 pmGRU - SJO
Nonstop7h 30mGOL
Thu 7/108:25 pmSJO - GRU
Nonstop7h 30mGOL
Deal found 6/10$353
This Copa Airlines 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/313:07 amGRU - SJO
1 stop19h 00mCopa Airlines
Sun 11/94:13 amSJO - GRU
1 stop17h 04mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/10$366
This Avianca Connect 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 Avianca Connect is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/94:10 amGRU - SJO
1 stop22h 20mAvianca
Mon 10/272:15 amSJO - GRU
1 stop19h 30mAvianca
Deal found 6/10$377
This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/37:35 amGRU - SJO
1 stop11h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/108:25 pmSJO - GRU
Nonstop7h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$378
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/223:40 amGRU - SJO
1 stop14h 55mLATAM Airlines
Tue 10/75:00 pmSJO - GRU
2 stops18h 15mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/12$503

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to San José that are best for you.

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Guarulhos Intl

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Depart

Return

Price

Sao PauloSan José

GRU - SJO

GRUSJO

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Thu 7/3

2:40 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop7h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/10

8:25 pm-6:55 am

Nonstop7h 30m

$353

Sao PauloSan José

GRU - SJO

GRUSJO

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Fri 10/31

3:07 am-7:07 pm

1 stop19h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/9

4:13 am-12:17 am

1 stop17h 04m

$366

Sao PauloSan José

GRU - SJO

GRUSJO

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Thu 10/9

4:10 am-11:30 pm

1 stop22h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/27

2:15 am-12:45 am

1 stop19h 30m

$377

Sao PauloSan José

GRU - SJO

GRUSJO

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Thu 7/3

7:35 am-3:35 pm

1 stop11h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/10

8:25 pm-6:55 am

Nonstop7h 30m

$378

Sao PauloSan José

GRU - SJO

GRUSJO

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Mon 9/22

3:40 am-3:35 pm

1 stop14h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/7

5:00 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops18h 15m

$503

Sao PauloSan José

GRU - SJO

GRUSJO

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Wed 8/13

10:20 pm-5:30 am

2 stops58h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/1

7:55 am-9:30 am

2 stops46h 35m

$1,115

Sao PauloSan José

GRU - SJO

GRUSJO

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Thu 7/17

2:40 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop7h 30m

$168

Sao PauloSan José

GRU - SJO

GRUSJO

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Fri 11/28

4:10 am-9:20 am

1 stop32h 10m

$199

Sao PauloSan José

GRU - SJO

GRUSJO

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Fri 7/4

3:40 am-3:35 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$218

Sao PauloSan José

GRU - SJO

GRUSJO

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Tue 10/14

1:20 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops27h 45m

$261

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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.
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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, San José Province?

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 June 9, 2025.

Booking 89 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to San José, San José Province. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl 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 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 June 12, 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, San José Province at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 19% 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, San José Province?

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, San José Province flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown LATAM Airlines, Copa Airlines and United Airlines from Sao Paulo to San José. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,785 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

ATL - MSP

Late flight, just one person at the gate. He managed to solve problems and get everybody on the plane at the same time smoothly and with great professionalism. Left on time and arrived early to MSP
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,785 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,785 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

ATL - MSP

Late flight, just one person at the gate. He managed to solve problems and get everybody on the plane at the same time smoothly and with great professionalism. Left on time and arrived early to MSP
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,451 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,785 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

ATL - MSP

Late flight, just one person at the gate. He managed to solve problems and get everybody on the plane at the same time smoothly and with great professionalism. Left on time and arrived early to MSP
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,785 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

ATL - MSP

Late flight, just one person at the gate. He managed to solve problems and get everybody on the plane at the same time smoothly and with great professionalism. Left on time and arrived early to MSP
GOL
7.3
Good
1,073 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,785 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

ATL - MSP

Late flight, just one person at the gate. He managed to solve problems and get everybody on the plane at the same time smoothly and with great professionalism. Left on time and arrived early to MSP
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,345 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,785 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

ATL - MSP

Late flight, just one person at the gate. He managed to solve problems and get everybody on the plane at the same time smoothly and with great professionalism. Left on time and arrived early to MSP

Related info for your journey

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  • 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. 3 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.

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

    Currently priced at $353, GOL will fly you from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to San José, San José Province and back. In addition to GOL, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Copa Airlines and Avianca - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $366 and $377, respectively. GOL is 12% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for GOL. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $168. Users have also found prices from $199 and $218 on Avianca and LATAM Airlines, respectively.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to San José, San José Province is $126. On average you can expect to pay $161. The most popular route, (Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), can usually be booked for $353.

  • 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, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl 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 3 airlines flying from Guarulhos Intl to San José

Discover the top 3 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
GOLCheapest$295Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
AviancaCheapest$299Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$331Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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