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$74+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 11/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — SJO
Dec 6 — Dec 131
Sat 12/6
Sat 12/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Philadelphia to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 6, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$246
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$74
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$519
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 6, 2025.

This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/116:00 amPHL - SJO
1 stop7h 25mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/181:30 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop8h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/6$245
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Sun 11/166:00 amPHL - SJO
1 stop7h 25mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/2211:24 amSJO - PHL
1 stop10h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/6$246
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 11/126:00 amPHL - SJO
1 stop7h 25mSpirit Airlines
Wed 11/1912:34 pmSJO - PHL
2 stops10h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/5$250
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Wed 11/58:00 pmPHL - SJO
2 stops16h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/1212:35 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop9h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/5$252
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/115:15 amPHL - SJO
1 stop8h 10mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/131:31 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop8h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/6$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Thu 11/610:05 amPHL - SJO
2 stops11h 34mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/1811:28 pmSJO - PHL
2 stops13h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/5$256
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Wed 11/58:00 pmPHL - SJO
2 stops16h 25mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/102:20 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop20h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/5$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/55:07 pmPHL - SJO
1 stop20h 49mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/1211:28 pmSJO - PHL
2 stops13h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/5$263
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Wed 11/193:10 pmPHL - SJO
2 stops20h 09mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/251:20 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop9h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/6$268
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 11/158:51 pmPHL - SJO
2 stops15h 48mSpirit Airlines
Fri 11/2111:24 amSJO - PHL
2 stops20h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/6$270
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Wed 11/196:00 amPHL - SJO
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/229:35 amSJO - PHL
3 stops22h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$273

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia 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 6, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to San José that are best for you.

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Philadelphia

Fly to

San José

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Depart

Return

Price

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Tue 1/13

5:51 am-12:38 pm

1 stop7h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/27

8:00 am-9:05 pm

2 stops12h 05m

$248

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Tue 11/25

7:00 am-12:54 pm

1 stop6h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/2

2:01 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$252

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Sun 1/25

8:05 am-6:16 pm

1 stop11h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/30

6:30 am-4:36 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$252

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Sat 1/24

6:30 am-8:39 pm

2 stops15h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/31

6:30 am-10:59 pm

1 stop15h 29m

$252

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Mon 3/2

6:32 am-8:39 pm

2 stops15h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/6

2:05 pm-12:26 am

1 stop9h 21m

$308

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Wed 3/18

6:00 am-12:15 pm

1 stop8h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/23

5:30 am-10:21 pm

1 stop14h 51m

$340

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Fri 1/16

5:50 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop20h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/23

8:45 am-10:59 pm

1 stop13h 14m

$351

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Tue 1/27

5:50 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop27h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/5

2:20 pm-9:37 am

2 stops18h 17m

$375

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Wed 1/14

6:00 am-12:22 pm

1 stop7h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/18

12:33 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops10h 17m

$399

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Wed 11/19

6:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$74

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

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to San José. Price data was last updated on October 31, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Philadelphia to San José is 39 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Philadelphia to San José?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to San José (average of $182). Flying from Philadelphia to San José in January is currently the most expensive (average of $252). 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 PHL to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 6, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Philadelphia to San José is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 34% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Philadelphia to San José?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to San José. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Philadelphia to San José flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to San José?

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 6, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Philadelphia to San José, such as Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,040 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,907 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,122 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to San José?

    A quick flight from Philadelphia to San José can take about 6h 54m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $252. There are 2136 mi between Philadelphia and San José. 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 Philadelphia to San José round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to San José, with prices starting at $141. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by JetBlue and Spirit Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $251 and $254, respectively. These flights start at 73% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Philadelphia to San José?

    Philadelphia to San José flights have a layover in Fort Lauderdale most often. Miami is the second most popular location for layovers on flights from Philadelphia to San José.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Fort Lauderdale?

    Most Fort Lauderdale visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Las Olas Beach, Port Everglades, and Fort Lauderdale Beach Park. Those on a layover in Fort Lauderdale interested in visiting Las Olas Beach, Port Everglades, or Fort Lauderdale Beach Park can do so by traveling 4.1 mi, 2.1 mi, and 4.2 mi, respectively from Fort Lauderdale. Those landing in Fort Lauderdale looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $23 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Miami?

    If you're on a layover in Miami and looking for things to do, consider visiting Kaseya Center, Bayfront Park, or Wynwood Art District. Kaseya Center, Bayfront Park, and Wynwood Art District are located about 6.2 mi, 6.4 mi, and 5.5 mi, respectively from Miami. Those looking to explore during their layover in Miami can rent a car from Miami for about $23 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Philadelphia to San José flights?

    Flights departing from Philadelphia and landing in San José layover in Orlando least frequently.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to San José (average of $182). Flying from Philadelphia to San José in January is currently the most expensive (average of $252). 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 7 airlines flying from Philadelphia to San José

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia 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 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$141Average$657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$251Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$254Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$270Average$687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$346Average$643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$355Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$512Average$639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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