What are the cheapest airlines flying from Philadelphia to San José, San José Province round-trip?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Philadelphia to San José, San José Province round-trip from $309. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Frontier. Spirit Airlines is priced at 43% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Philadelphia to San José, San José Province one-way?

The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Philadelphia to San José, San José Province are Spirit Airlines ($147), Frontier ($160), and Southwest ($262).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Philadelphia to San José, San José Province?

When booking a flight from Philadelphia to San José, San José Province, you may want to consider flying on American Airlines, Delta or Frontier as they are the most popular for this route.

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

Philadelphia to San José, San José Province flights have a layover in Miami most often. Philadelphia to San José, San José Province flights stop in Fort Lauderdale the next most.

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

Philadelphia to San José, San José Province flights have a layover in Orlando the least frequently.

What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Miami?

Wynwood Art District, Bayfront Park, and Bayside Marketplace are currently the most popular points of interest in Miami at the moment. Those on a layover in Miami interested in visiting Wynwood Art District, Bayfront Park, or Bayside Marketplace can do so by traveling 5.5 mi, 6.4 mi, and 6.4 mi, respectively from Miami. Those on a layover in Miami in need of a rental car can book one at Miami for about $22.

What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Fort Lauderdale?

Most Fort Lauderdale visitors opt to spend their time at Las Olas Beach, Port Everglades, and Fort Lauderdale Beach Park. Las Olas Beach, Port Everglades, and Fort Lauderdale Beach Park can be visited by traveling about 4.1 mi, 2.1 mi, and 4.2 mi respectively from Fort Lauderdale. Those on a layover in Fort Lauderdale in need of a rental car can book one at Fort Lauderdale for about $23.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to San José, San José Province?

Users have found that flying from Philadelphia to San José, San José Province on a Friday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to San José, San José Province?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, October can be a great choice for travel to San José, San José Province. Flights to San José, San José Province from Philadelphia in October are about $546 on average during October, but can be found for as low as $284.

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.

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Tue 7/227:05 pmPHL - SJO

1 stop17h 24mSpirit Airlines

Tue 7/2911:24 amSJO - PHL

1 stop9h 57mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/1

$304

Tue 7/225:21 pmPHL - SJO

1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines

Tue 7/2911:24 amSJO - PHL

1 stop10h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 6/30

$326

Sat 10/185:30 amPHL - SJO

1 stop8h 59mFrontier

Sat 10/251:49 pmSJO - PHL

1 stop8h 24mFrontier

Deal found 7/1

$336

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Tue 7/227:05 pmPHL - SJO

1 stop17h 24mSpirit Airlines

Tue 7/2912:16 pmSJO - PHL

1 stop9h 14mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 6/30

$309

Tue 7/225:21 pmPHL - SJO

1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines

Tue 7/2911:24 amSJO - PHL

1 stop10h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 6/30

$326

Sat 8/95:30 amPHL - SJO

1 stop9h 01mFrontier

Sat 8/161:47 pmSJO - PHL

1 stop19h 17mFrontier

Deal found 6/30

$350

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Sun 7/66:20 amPHL - SJO

1 stop6h 59mSpirit Airlines

Fri 7/1111:24 amSJO - PHL

1 stop18h 40mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/1

$465

Sun 7/66:52 pmPHL - SJO

2 stops54h 38mAlaska Airlines

Thu 7/1012:50 amSJO - PHL

2 stops26h 35mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 7/1

$1,331

Mon 7/710:40 amPHL - SJO

2 stops13h 13mCopa Airlines

Fri 7/186:07 pmSJO - PHL

2 stops25h 28mCopa Airlines

Deal found 6/30

$1,526

Mon 7/712:58 pmPHL - SJO

1 stop11h 41mUnited Airlines

Fri 7/187:55 amSJO - PHL

1 stop12h 36mUnited Airlines

Deal found 6/30

$1,546

Tue 7/86:20 amPHL - SJO

1 stop6h 59mMultiple Airlines

Wed 7/95:25 pmSJO - PHL

2 stops29h 21mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/1

$466

Tue 7/227:05 pmPHL - SJO

1 stop17h 24mSpirit Airlines

Tue 7/2911:24 amSJO - PHL

1 stop9h 57mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/1

$304

Tue 7/225:21 pmPHL - SJO

1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines

Tue 7/2911:24 amSJO - PHL

1 stop10h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 6/30

$326

Fri 8/86:45 pmPHL - SJO

1 stop19h 46mFrontier

Sat 8/161:47 pmSJO - PHL

1 stop19h 17mFrontier

Deal found 6/30

$368

One-way flights from Philadelphia to San José
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Mon 7/287:05 pmPHL - SJO

1 stop17h 24mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/1

$147

Sun 7/205:36 pmPHL - SJO

1 stop23h 41mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/1

$149

Sat 7/265:30 amPHL - SJO

1 stop9h 01mFrontier

Deal found 7/1

$160

Sat 11/296:20 amPHL - SJO

1 stop14h 50mSouthwest

Deal found 6/30

$262

Thu 7/317:59 pmPHL - SJO

2 stops13h 35mCopa Airlines

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$265

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Tue 7/29

11:24 am-11:21 pm

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Tue 7/22

5:21 pm-11:11 am

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11:24 am-11:59 pm

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PHL - SJO

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Sat 10/18

5:30 am-12:29 pm

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5:36 pm-3:17 pm

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$149

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5:30 am-12:31 pm

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Sat 11/29

6:20 am-8:10 pm

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$262

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Thu 7/31

7:59 pm-7:34 am

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$265

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Philadelphia to San José, San José Province, you should look to book at least 52 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Philadelphia to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Philadelphia to San José, San José Province 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 35% on airfare.

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Philadelphia to San José, San José Province 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, San José Province?

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Philadelphia to San José, such as Southwest, Copa Airlines, and Spirit Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,273 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,273 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,273 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Copa Airlines

7.5

Good

1,465 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,273 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Spirit Airlines

6.3

Okay

8,101 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,273 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Frontier

5.9

Fair

3,291 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,273 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

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What are the cheapest airlines flying from Philadelphia to San José, San José Province round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Philadelphia to San José, San José Province round-trip from $309. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Frontier. Spirit Airlines is priced at 43% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Philadelphia to San José, San José Province one-way?
The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Philadelphia to San José, San José Province are Spirit Airlines ($147), Frontier ($160), and Southwest ($262).
Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Philadelphia to San José, San José Province?
Philadelphia to San José, San José Province flights have a layover in Miami most often. Philadelphia to San José, San José Province flights stop in Fort Lauderdale the next most.
What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Miami?
Wynwood Art District, Bayfront Park, and Bayside Marketplace are currently the most popular points of interest in Miami at the moment. Those on a layover in Miami interested in visiting Wynwood Art District, Bayfront Park, or Bayside Marketplace can do so by traveling 5.5 mi, 6.4 mi, and 6.4 mi, respectively from Miami. Those on a layover in Miami in need of a rental car can book one at Miami for about $22.
What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Fort Lauderdale?
Most Fort Lauderdale visitors opt to spend their time at Las Olas Beach, Port Everglades, and Fort Lauderdale Beach Park. Las Olas Beach, Port Everglades, and Fort Lauderdale Beach Park can be visited by traveling about 4.1 mi, 2.1 mi, and 4.2 mi respectively from Fort Lauderdale. Those on a layover in Fort Lauderdale in need of a rental car can book one at Fort Lauderdale for about $23.
Where are the least popular layover locations for Philadelphia to San José, San José Province flights?
Philadelphia to San José, San José Province flights have a layover in Orlando the 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, San José Province?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Philadelphia to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 Philadelphia to San José

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Frontier	Cheapest$141	Average$372	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$271	Average$434	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
Delta	Cheapest$348	Average$488	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
American Airlines	Cheapest$384	Average$636	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$468	Average$687	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Southwest	Cheapest$512	Average$639	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%

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Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Philadelphia to San José, such as Southwest, Copa Airlines, and Spirit Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Miami?

What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Fort Lauderdale?

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