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$189+ Cheap flights from Norfolk (ORF) 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 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORF — SJO
Apr 17 — Apr 241
Fri 4/17
Fri 4/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Norfolk to San José

Cheapest flights from Norfolk to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Norfolk to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 18, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Fri 5/85:00 am
ORF
-
SJO
1 stop8h 25m
American Airlines
Mon 5/116:30 am
SJO
-
ORF
1 stop15h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/17$320
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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.
Sun 5/33:07 pm
ORF
-
SJO
1 stop22h 18m
American Airlines
Thu 5/76:30 am
SJO
-
ORF
1 stop10h 52m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/14$327
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Tue 5/56:15 am
ORF
-
SJO
1 stop6h 52m
American Airlines
Sat 5/96:30 am
SJO
-
ORF
1 stop15h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/13$334
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 5/249:12 pm
ORF
-
SJO
1 stop13h 07m
Frontier
Fri 5/299:35 am
SJO
-
ORF
1 stop8h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 3/15$338
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Thu 5/145:41 pm
ORF
-
SJO
1 stop19h 52m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 5/1712:38 pm
SJO
-
ORF
1 stop26h 08m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$355
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Thu 5/145:41 pm
ORF
-
SJO
1 stop19h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/309:35 am
SJO
-
ORF
1 stop8h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$376
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Thu 5/217:39 pm
ORF
-
SJO
1 stop19h 29m
American Airlines
Tue 5/263:08 pm
SJO
-
ORF
2 stops19h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/15$384
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Sat 5/167:58 pm
ORF
-
SJO
2 stops17h 09m
GOL
Sat 5/306:00 am
SJO
-
ORF
1 stop10h 59m
GOL
Deal found 3/17$394

Find flight deals from Norfolk to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Norfolk (ORF) 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 March 18, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$320
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$189
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$737
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Norfolk 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 March 18, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Norfolk to San José that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

NorfolkSan José

ORF - SJO

ORFSJO

Norfolk

Thu 4/16

7:15 pm-7:07 pm

2 stops25h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/23

2:22 pm-10:12 am

2 stops17h 50m

$399

NorfolkSan José

ORF - SJO

ORFSJO

Norfolk

Thu 4/16

8:41 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops24h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/23

12:38 pm-8:02 pm

1 stop29h 24m

$453
Quickest round-trip

NorfolkSan José

ORF - SJO

ORFSJO

Norfolk

Tue 5/19

6:15 am-7:07 pm

1 stop14h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/23

1:59 pm-12:02 am

1 stop8h 03m

$497

NorfolkSan José

ORF - SJO

ORFSJO

Norfolk

Sat 4/18

7:58 pm-11:25 am

1 stop17h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/25

6:30 am-11:59 pm

1 stop15h 29m

$531

NorfolkSan José

ORF - SJO

ORFSJO

Norfolk

Mon 5/11

10:37 am-12:21 pm

2 stops27h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/13

1:25 pm-2:24 pm

2 stops22h 59m

$559

NorfolkSan José

ORF - SJO

ORFSJO

Norfolk

Sat 4/18

7:36 pm-7:25 am

2 stops13h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/25

5:56 pm-9:31 am

2 stops13h 35m

$573

NorfolkSan José

ORF - SJO

ORFSJO

Norfolk

Sat 4/18

6:08 am-12:21 pm

1 stop8h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/25

1:25 pm-9:08 pm

2 stops29h 43m

$579

NorfolkSan José

ORF - SJO

ORFSJO

Norfolk

Wed 7/1

7:18 am-10:42 pm

1 stop17h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/9

12:58 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 01m

$588
Cheapest one-way

NorfolkSan José

ORF - SJO

ORFSJO

Norfolk

Fri 5/8

7:58 pm-11:07 am

2 stops17h 09m

$189

NorfolkSan José

ORF - SJO

ORFSJO

Norfolk

Fri 5/8

6:00 am-7:07 pm

2 stops15h 07m

$227

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Deals found on 3/13

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Compare providers for flights from Norfolk 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 Norfolk to San José in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 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 Norfolk-San José flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Norfolk-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Norfolk-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Norfolk-San José flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Norfolk-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 Norfolk to San José

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San José from Norfolk with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Norfolk to San José

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Norfolk to San José. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Norfolk to San José may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 12 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 Norfolk to San José?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Norfolk to San José (average of $235). Flying from Norfolk to San José in June is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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.

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 March 18, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Norfolk 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,286 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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
8,286 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,286 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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
9,435 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,286 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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
7.1
Good
11,468 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,286 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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
8,523 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,286 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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 Norfolk 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 Norfolk to San José?

    For as low as $497, GOL can have you in San José from Norfolk in 14h 52m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1923 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San José, with prices starting at $292. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $459 and $459, respectively. You may be able to fly from Norfolk to San José for 49% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Norfolk to San José (average of $235). Flying from Norfolk to San José in June is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 Norfolk to San José

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Norfolk 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 March 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$292Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$459Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$459Average$573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$518Average$673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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