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$58+ Cheap flights from Orlando (MCO) 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 2/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCO — SJO
Feb 19 — Feb 261
Thu 2/19
Thu 2/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Orlando to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in August or September, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Orlando to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Orlando to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 20, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Sat 3/281:54 pm
MCO
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 12m
Volaris Costa Rica
Sat 4/47:30 am
SJO
-
MCO
Nonstop3h 07m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 1/19$150
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 3/121:54 pm
MCO
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 12m
Volaris Costa Rica
Mon 3/167:05 am
SJO
-
MCO
Nonstop3h 15m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 1/19$165
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 3/121:54 pm
MCO
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 12m
Volaris Costa Rica
Tue 3/177:05 am
SJO
-
MCO
Nonstop3h 15m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 1/19$167
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Wed 2/181:08 pm
MCO
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/2512:35 pm
SJO
-
MCO
Nonstop3h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$190
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Sat 3/71:08 pm
MCO
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 12m
Volaris Costa Rica
Thu 3/127:05 am
SJO
-
MCO
Nonstop3h 15m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 1/19$192
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 2/181:08 pm
MCO
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/2412:35 pm
SJO
-
MCO
Nonstop3h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$198
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Mon 3/302:08 pm
MCO
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/311:38 am
SJO
-
MCO
Nonstop3h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$201
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Wed 5/63:25 pm
MCO
-
SJO
1 stop10h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/127:30 am
SJO
-
MCO
Nonstop3h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$204
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Sun 3/293:25 pm
MCO
-
SJO
1 stop5h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/47:30 am
SJO
-
MCO
Nonstop3h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$205
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 3/281:54 pm
MCO
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 12m
Volaris Costa Rica
Sat 5/307:30 am
SJO
-
MCO
Nonstop3h 07m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 1/19$206
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 5/72:08 pm
MCO
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 08m
Volaris Costa Rica
Tue 5/127:30 am
SJO
-
MCO
Nonstop3h 07m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 1/19$208
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Wed 6/32:08 pm
MCO
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 08m
Volaris Costa Rica
Sun 6/77:30 am
SJO
-
MCO
Nonstop3h 07m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 1/18$212

Find flight deals from Orlando to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Orlando (MCO) 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 January 20, 2026.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$150
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$58
(Orbitz)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$333

Good round-trip deal

$194 or less

Good one-way deal

$114 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($44 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Orlando 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 January 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Orlando Airport to San José that are best for you.

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Orlando

Fly to

San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OrlandoSan José

MCO - SJO

MCOSJO

Orlando

Sun 3/29

2:08 pm-3:16 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/4

7:30 am-12:37 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

$150

OrlandoSan José

MCO - SJO

MCOSJO

Orlando

Thu 4/16

2:08 pm-3:16 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/20

5:05 am-1:50 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$214

OrlandoSan José

MCO - SJO

MCOSJO

Orlando

Sat 5/30

2:08 pm-3:16 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/5

7:30 am-12:37 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

$217

OrlandoSan José

MCO - SJO

MCOSJO

Orlando

Fri 3/20

1:54 pm-3:06 pm

Nonstop3h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/30

11:38 am-4:55 pm

Nonstop3h 17m

$230

OrlandoSan José

MCO - SJO

MCOSJO

Orlando

Sat 5/30

6:00 am-11:22 am

1 stop7h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/5

7:30 am-12:37 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

$240

OrlandoSan José

MCO - SJO

MCOSJO

Orlando

Thu 4/9

5:00 pm-7:11 am

1 stop16h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/14

10:04 am-10:40 pm

1 stop10h 36m

$264

OrlandoSan José

MCO - SJO

MCOSJO

Orlando

Wed 3/11

5:01 pm-7:05 am

1 stop16h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/18

10:08 am-10:40 pm

1 stop10h 32m

$264

OrlandoSan José

MCO - SJO

MCOSJO

Orlando

Thu 2/5

3:58 pm-7:06 am

1 stop16h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/8

10:08 am-10:08 pm

1 stop11h 00m

$284

OrlandoSan José

MCO - SJO

MCOSJO

Orlando

Wed 3/4

12:48 pm-7:01 pm

1 stop7h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/9

8:11 am-10:40 pm

1 stop12h 29m

$284

OrlandoSan José

MCO - SJO

MCOSJO

Orlando

Thu 6/18

2:08 pm-3:16 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/1

2:30 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

$294

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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 Orlando to San José in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice 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 Orlando Airport-San José flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Orlando Airport-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Orlando Airport-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Orlando Airport-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 Orlando 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 Orlando to San José

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Orlando to San José. Price data was last updated on January 16, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Orlando Airport to San José may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 89 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 Orlando Airport to San José?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orlando Airport to San José (average of $85). Flying from Orlando Airport to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of $164). 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 MCO to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Orlando 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 January 20, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Orlando Airport to San José at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 44% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

The best insider tips for Orlando Airport to San José flights

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Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Expert on MCO

Travel journalist and photographer Paul Rubio is a Miami native (and current resident), who has lived in nine countries and traveled to 137. He is an expert in luxury travel, eco-travel, loyalty programs, hotels, airports and airlines. He is a contributing editor at AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, LUXURY Magazine, and Palm Beach Illustrated.

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on SJO

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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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 January 20, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Volaris Costa Rica, and Copa Airlines from Orlando Airport 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
79 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,559 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,892 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,353 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Orlando 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 Orlando?

    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 Orlando to San José. 6 airlines have flights to Juan Santamaria Intl from Orlando on a regular basis. Booking flights from Orlando to San José Juan Santamaria Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 4 inbound flights from Orlando per day.

  • How long is the flight from Orlando Airport to San José?

    Departing from Orlando Airport to San José will take you 3h 08m. There are 1287 mi between Orlando Airport and San José. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    Currently priced at $91, Volaris Costa Rica will fly you from Orlando Airport to San José and back. In addition to Volaris Costa Rica, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Spirit Airlines and JetBlue - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $124 and $126, respectively. You may be able to fly from Orlando Airport to San José for 67% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Volaris Costa Rica. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $43. Users have also found prices from $59 and $68 on Frontier and Spirit Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Orlando Airport to San José?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Orlando Airport to San José on time: Volaris Costa Rica (93%), JetBlue (93%), Spirit Airlines (83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Orlando Airport to San José?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Orlando Airport to San José? While on average our users pay $367, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $57. The most popular route (Orlando - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), is priced around $144.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Orlando 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 Orlando Airport to San José?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orlando Airport to San José (average of $85). Flying from Orlando Airport to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of $164). 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 6 airlines flying from Orlando to San José

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Orlando 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 January 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$91Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$124Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$126Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$139Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SouthwestCheapest$225Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$280Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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