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$172+ Cheap flights from Louisville (SDF) 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 1/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SDF — SJO
Dec 24 — Dec 311
Wed 12/24
Wed 12/31
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Louisville Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in August or October, booked 29 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Louisville to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Louisville (SDF) 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 November 24, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$264
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$172
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$667
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Cheapest flights from Louisville to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Louisville to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 24, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/247:13 amSDF - SJO
1 stop16h 59mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/81:15 pmSJO - SDF
2 stops9h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/23$406
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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.
Mon 11/249:55 amSDF - SJO
2 stops22h 38mCopa Airlines
Sun 12/74:08 amSJO - SDF
2 stops15h 20mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/23$544
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/235:05 amSDF - SJO
1 stop8h 20mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/281:31 pmSJO - SDF
1 stop9h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/23$616
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/195:05 amSDF - SJO
1 stop8h 20mSpirit Airlines
Fri 12/261:31 pmSJO - SDF
1 stop9h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/24$684
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/225:05 amSDF - SJO
1 stop8h 20mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/311:31 pmSJO - SDF
1 stop9h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/23$694
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/215:05 amSDF - SJO
1 stop8h 20mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/281:31 pmSJO - SDF
1 stop9h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/21$726
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/212:55 pmSDF - SJO
2 stops23h 47mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/281:31 pmSJO - SDF
1 stop9h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$764
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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.
Fri 12/196:00 amSDF - SJO
1 stop17h 32mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/266:30 amSJO - SDF
2 stops26h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/22$783

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Louisville 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 November 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Louisville to San José that are best for you.

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Louisville

Fly to

San José

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Depart

Return

Price

LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Tue 1/13

9:15 am-6:16 pm

1 stop10h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/23

8:45 am-7:54 pm

1 stop10h 09m

$264

LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Thu 1/22

5:35 am-12:56 pm

1 stop8h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/28

8:45 am-9:59 pm

1 stop12h 14m

$264

LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Tue 1/13

9:15 am-6:16 pm

1 stop10h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/24

6:30 am-8:28 pm

2 stops12h 58m

$268

LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Mon 1/12

1:32 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop9h 58m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/23

6:38 am-5:33 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$270

LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Mon 1/26

3:32 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/28

2:31 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$296

LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Sat 1/24

3:32 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/1

7:00 am-8:56 pm

1 stop12h 56m

$296

LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Tue 1/13

6:00 am-10:30 pm

2 stops17h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/24

6:00 am-10:45 pm

2 stops15h 45m

$322

LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Thu 1/15

3:28 pm-11:37 am

2 stops21h 09m

$172

LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Thu 1/15

8:06 am-10:30 pm

1 stop15h 24m

$181

LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Thu 1/15

3:28 pm-6:55 pm

3 stops28h 27m

$248

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Deals found on 11/21

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Compare providers for flights from Louisville 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 Louisville to San José in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 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 Louisville-San José flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Louisville-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Louisville-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Louisville-San José 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 Louisville-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 Louisville to San José

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San José from Louisville with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Louisville to San José

How far ahead should I book a flight from Louisville to San José?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Louisville to San José. Price data was last updated on November 21, 2025.

Booking 29 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Louisville to San José. 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 Louisville to San José?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to San José (average of $149). Flying from Louisville to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of $408). 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 SDF to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Louisville 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 November 24, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 24% on flights from Louisville to San José by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 November 24, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Louisville 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,044 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,042 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,158 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Louisville to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Louisville to San José?

    For as low as $270, United Airlines can have you in San José from Louisville in 9h 58m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1948 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Louisville to San José round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Louisville to San José round-trip from $249. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $289, and United Airlines, from $353. These flights start at 52% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Louisville to San José one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $172. American Airlines flights start at $181 while deals on Copa Airlines start at $422 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Louisville 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 Louisville to San José?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to San José (average of $149). Flying from Louisville to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of $408). 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 Louisville to San José

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Louisville 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 November 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$249Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$289Average$610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$353Average$625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$360Average$548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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