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$152+ Cheap flights from Phoenix 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 5/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHX — SJO
feb. 7 — feb. 141
sáb. 2/7
sáb. 2/14
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Phoenix (PH1) 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 enero 8, 2026.

Round-trip from

$323
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$152
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$510
From Phoenix to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
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Cheapest flights from Phoenix to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Phoenix to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 8, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 2/175:40 pmPHX - SJO
2 stops41h 42mMultiple Airlines
mar. 2/2412:35 pmSJO - PHX
1 stop10h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$328
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 1/216:00 amPHX - SJO
1 stop15h 15mDelta
mar. 1/277:00 amSJO - PHX
1 stop16h 15mDelta
Deal found 1/7$335
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 3/311:59 pmPHX - SJO
1 stop12h 51mJetBlue
mar. 3/171:05 pmSJO - PHX
1 stop10h 05mJetBlue
Deal found 1/6$336
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 1/2311:59 pmPHX - SJO
2 stops15h 11mMultiple Airlines
vie. 1/3010:45 pmSJO - PHX
2 stops15h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$339
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 2/2011:59 pmPHX - SJO
1 stop10h 41mMultiple Airlines
vie. 2/271:31 pmSJO - PHX
2 stops35h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$342
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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.
mié. 5/136:00 amPHX - SJO
2 stops12h 37mUnited Airlines
jue. 5/2111:13 amSJO - PHX
1 stop8h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/8$346
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
mié. 2/1811:59 pmPHX - SJO
1 stop10h 41mMultiple Airlines
jue. 2/261:31 pmSJO - PHX
2 stops36h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$351
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 2/2411:59 pmPHX - SJO
1 stop10h 41mMultiple Airlines
dom. 3/11:31 pmSJO - PHX
2 stops26h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$354
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 1/2310:09 amPHX - SJO
2 stops24h 28mMultiple Airlines
mar. 2/2412:35 pmSJO - PHX
1 stop10h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$355
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
vie. 2/206:40 amPHX - SJO
3 stops16h 00mAvianca
vie. 2/275:00 amSJO - PHX
2 stops16h 51mAvianca
Deal found 1/5$358

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Phoenix 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 enero 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Phoenix to San José that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

mié. 1/21

6:00 am-10:15 pm

1 stop15h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 1/27

7:00 am-10:15 pm

1 stop16h 15m

$335

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

mié. 1/21

6:45 am-8:39 pm

2 stops12h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 1/27

8:45 am-4:53 pm

1 stop9h 08m

$335

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

mié. 5/20

3:31 pm-7:15 am

1 stop14h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 5/27

7:55 am-3:21 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$346

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

vie. 5/1

10:35 pm-1:06 pm

1 stop13h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 5/6

1:25 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop10h 16m

$346

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

mié. 4/15

6:05 am-7:37 pm

1 stop12h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 4/22

8:45 am-6:35 pm

1 stop10h 50m

$346

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

sáb. 5/9

6:05 am-7:37 pm

1 stop12h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 5/16

8:45 am-6:31 pm

1 stop10h 46m

$346

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

jue. 2/19

5:10 pm-11:40 am

2 stops41h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 2/28

12:35 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop10h 37m

$351

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

mié. 1/21

6:00 am-10:15 pm

1 stop15h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 1/29

7:00 am-10:15 pm

1 stop16h 15m

$365

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

dom. 1/18

6:00 am-10:15 pm

1 stop15h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 1/24

7:00 am-11:46 pm

1 stop17h 46m

$365

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

sáb. 4/18

11:55 pm-12:04 pm

1 stop11h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 4/22

1:25 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop10h 16m

$376

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Best time to book a flight from Phoenix to San José

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Phoenix to San José. Price data was last updated on January 2, 2026.

Booking 44 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Phoenix to San José. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to San José (average of $315). Flying from Phoenix to San José in February is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 enero 8, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Phoenix 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
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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
Delta
7.9
Good
8,025 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,139 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,095 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix?

    Most people fly into San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) if they book a flight to San José from Phoenix. On average, Juan Santamaria Intl has 0 inbound flights from Phoenix per day from 4 airlines. San José Juan Santamaria Intl is conveniently located just 8.8 mi from San José’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Phoenix to San José?

    Departing from Phoenix to San José will take you 12h 54m. The distance from Phoenix to San José is about 2392 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Delta, at $333, was found to be the cheapest airline from Phoenix to San José.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Southwest. Users have found that Delta is 35% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $150. Delta flights start at $150 while deals on United Airlines start at $150 one-way.

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

    Of the flights from Phoenix to San José that have layovers, most of them stop in Houston.

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

    Space Center Houston, House of Blues Houston, and Revention Music Center are currently the most popular points of interest in Houston at the moment. Space Center Houston, House of Blues Houston, and Revention Music Center can be visited by traveling about 33.5 mi, 16.1 mi, and 15.5 mi respectively from Houston George Bush Intcntl. Those on a layover in Houston in need of a rental car can book one at Houston George Bush Intcntl for about $34.

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

    Of the flights from Phoenix to San José that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in Dallas.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to San José (average of $315). Flying from Phoenix to San José in February is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 Phoenix to San José

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Phoenix 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 enero 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$333Average$621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$352Average$521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$354Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$357Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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