For early departures, use the MIA Mover train to reach the Miami Intermodal Center for cost-effective transport to downtown or Brickell.
$74+ Cheap flights from Miami (MIA) 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 12/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MIA — SJO
Dec 3 — Dec 101
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Miami to San José
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Miami (MIA) 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 3, 2025.
Most accurate provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $189 (CheapOair) |
One-way from | $74 (eDestinos) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $337 |
Good round-trip deal | $221 or less |
Good one-way deal | $97 or less |
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Cheapest flights from Miami to San JoséExplore the most affordable flight options available from Miami to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 3, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Miami to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 3, 2025.
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/71:24 pmMIA - SJO
Nonstop2h 53mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/88:07 amSJO - MIA
Nonstop2h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$189
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Sat 11/81:33 pmMIA - SJO
Nonstop2h 53mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/137:45 amSJO - MIA
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$190
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Tue 11/181:25 pmMIA - SJO
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/228:07 amSJO - MIA
Nonstop2h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$191
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Mon 11/171:24 pmMIA - SJO
Nonstop2h 53mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 11/247:58 amSJO - MIA
Nonstop2h 54mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 11/2![Volaris El Salvador logo]()
$194
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Sat 12/61:33 pmMIA - SJO
Nonstop2h 53mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/65:00 amSJO - MIA
2 stops9h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$195
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/71:24 pmMIA - SJO
Nonstop2h 53mVolaris El Salvador
Sun 11/97:58 amSJO - MIA
Nonstop2h 54mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 11/3![Volaris El Salvador logo]()
$199
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Fri 11/141:24 pmMIA - SJO
Nonstop2h 53mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/217:45 amSJO - MIA
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$200
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/71:24 pmMIA - SJO
Nonstop2h 53mVolaris El Salvador
Sun 11/167:58 amSJO - MIA
Nonstop2h 54mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 11/3![Volaris El Salvador logo]()
$201
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/185:10 amMIA - SJO
2 stops7h 15mAvianca
Sat 11/227:45 amSJO - MIA
Nonstop3h 05mAvianca
Deal found 11/2![Avianca logo]()
$202
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/185:10 amMIA - SJO
2 stops7h 15mAvianca
Tue 11/257:45 amSJO - MIA
Nonstop3h 05mAvianca
Deal found 11/3![Avianca logo]()
$203
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Fri 12/51:24 pmMIA - SJO
Nonstop2h 53mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/83:05 pmSJO - MIA
1 stop5h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$205
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Miami 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 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Miami to San José that are best for you.
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Miami
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San José
Route
Depart
Return
Price
MiamiSan José
MIA - SJO
MIASJO
Miami
Thu 1/15
1:25 pm-3:30 pm
Nonstop3h 05m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 2/10
5:00 am-11:15 am
1 stop5h 15m
$202
MiamiSan José
MIA - SJO
MIASJO
Miami
Wed 11/19
1:25 pm-3:30 pm
Nonstop3h 05m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 11/23
7:45 am-11:50 am
Nonstop3h 05m
$212
MiamiSan José
MIA - SJO
MIASJO
Miami
Tue 11/18
4:59 am-9:59 am
1 stop6h 00m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 11/23
5:50 pm-12:45 am
1 stop5h 55m
$228
MiamiSan José
MIA - SJO
MIASJO
Miami
Sun 11/16
4:59 am-9:59 am
1 stop6h 00m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 11/24
2:19 pm-12:45 am
1 stop9h 26m
$228
MiamiSan José
MIA - SJO
MIASJO
Miami
Fri 11/14
5:24 am-9:59 am
1 stop5h 35m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 11/16
6:07 pm-12:45 am
1 stop5h 38m
$228
MiamiSan José
MIA - SJO
MIASJO
Miami
Thu 11/13
1:28 pm-6:55 pm
1 stop6h 27m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 11/16
6:07 pm-12:45 am
1 stop5h 38m
$228
MiamiSan José
MIA - SJO
MIASJO
Miami
Fri 11/28
1:28 pm-6:55 pm
1 stop6h 27m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 12/11
4:08 am-11:36 am
1 stop6h 28m
$228
MiamiSan José
MIA - SJO
MIASJO
Miami
Thu 11/27
4:59 am-9:59 am
1 stop6h 00m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 12/8
8:10 am-6:51 pm
1 stop9h 41m
$228
MiamiSan José
MIA - SJO
MIASJO
Miami
Mon 11/17
11:55 am-8:39 pm
1 stop9h 44m
$102
MiamiSan José
MIA - SJO
MIASJO
Miami
Sun 11/9
1:24 pm-3:17 pm
Nonstop2h 53m
$105
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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 Miami to San José in November.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Miami-San José flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Miami-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Miami-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Miami-San José flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair 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 Miami-San José flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Miami to San José?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Miami to San José. Price data was last updated on October 31, 2025.
The price you pay for your flight from Miami to San José may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 27 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 Miami to San José?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Miami to San José (average of $112). Flying from Miami to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $177). 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 MIA to SJO?
Find hourly flight availability from Miami 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 3, 2025.
When flying from Miami to San José, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 44% versus a flight in the afternoon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Miami to San José?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Miami to San José. Price data was last updated on November 2, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Miami to San José flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How often are flights from Miami to San José delayed?
About 16% of weekly flights between Miami and San José have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 141 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Miami to San José flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Miami to San José flights?
Over the last year, Atlas Air have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with no flights being classified as delayed.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Miami to San José?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Miami to San José chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Panama City (PTY) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Miami to San José on Cheapflights.
What’s the fastest layover option from Miami to San José?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Miami to San José, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Panama City (PTY) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 58m.
What’s the fastest layover option from Miami to San José?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Miami to San José, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Panama City (PTY) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 58m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Miami to San José?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Miami to San José, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via San Salvador (SAL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 00m.
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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 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Copa Airlines, Volaris El Salvador, and American Airlines from Miami to San José. 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.
Comfort
7.4
Food
6.9
Entertainment
6.8
Crew
8.1
Overall
7.6
Boarding
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayJuan Pablo,Sep 2025
PTY - VVI
Comfort
7.4
Food
6.9
Entertainment
6.8
Crew
8.1
Overall
7.6
Boarding
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayJuan Pablo,Sep 2025
PTY - VVI
Volaris El Salvador
Comfort
7.4
Food
6.9
Entertainment
6.8
Crew
8.1
Overall
7.6
Boarding
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayJuan Pablo,Sep 2025
PTY - VVI
Comfort
7.4
Food
6.9
Entertainment
6.8
Crew
8.1
Overall
7.6
Boarding
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayJuan Pablo,Sep 2025
PTY - VVI
Comfort
7.4
Food
6.9
Entertainment
6.8
Crew
8.1
Overall
7.6
Boarding
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayJuan Pablo,Sep 2025
PTY - VVI
Comfort
7.4
Food
6.9
Entertainment
6.8
Crew
8.1
Overall
7.6
Boarding
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayJuan Pablo,Sep 2025
PTY - VVI
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$132 | Average$159 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$139 | Average$257 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$157 | Average$247 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$203 | Average$228 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$217 | Average$293 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$230 | Average$410 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$235 | Average$352 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% |