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Cheap flights from Phoenix to San José (SJO)

PHX — SJO
Nov 5 — Nov 121
Thu 11/5
Thu 11/12
1 adult, Economy
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Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$490
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($56 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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?

Booking 12 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to San José (average of $483). Flying from Phoenix to San José in August is currently the most expensive (average of $754). 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

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,United Airlines, andGOL 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
7.9
Good
4,214 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edward,Sep 2026

MCO - BWI

Changed flight which was easy. Gate Agent booked me from extra leg room seat on original flight to row 15 on new flight that did not have extra leg room - even though it was an exit row. The row in front of me with extra leg room had an empty seat.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,214 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,214 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edward,Sep 2026

MCO - BWI

Changed flight which was easy. Gate Agent booked me from extra leg room seat on original flight to row 15 on new flight that did not have extra leg room - even though it was an exit row. The row in front of me with extra leg room had an empty seat.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,289 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,214 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edward,Sep 2026

MCO - BWI

Changed flight which was easy. Gate Agent booked me from extra leg room seat on original flight to row 15 on new flight that did not have extra leg room - even though it was an exit row. The row in front of me with extra leg room had an empty seat.
GOL
7.3
Good
1,320 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,214 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edward,Sep 2026

MCO - BWI

Changed flight which was easy. Gate Agent booked me from extra leg room seat on original flight to row 15 on new flight that did not have extra leg room - even though it was an exit row. The row in front of me with extra leg room had an empty seat.
JetBlue
7.1
Good
3,044 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,214 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edward,Sep 2026

MCO - BWI

Changed flight which was easy. Gate Agent booked me from extra leg room seat on original flight to row 15 on new flight that did not have extra leg room - even though it was an exit row. The row in front of me with extra leg room had an empty seat.
American Airlines
7.0
Good
12,134 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,214 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edward,Sep 2026

MCO - BWI

Changed flight which was easy. Gate Agent booked me from extra leg room seat on original flight to row 15 on new flight that did not have extra leg room - even though it was an exit row. The row in front of me with extra leg room had an empty seat.

Related info for your journey

  • 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 5 airlines. San José Juan Santamaria Intl is conveniently located just 8.8 mi from San José’s city center.

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

    JetBlue, at $250, was found to be the cheapest airline from Phoenix to San José.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and American Airlines. Users have found that JetBlue is 55% 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 United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $150. Southwest flights start at $150 while deals on American Airlines start at $179 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 Wortham Theater Center are currently the most popular points of interest in Houston at the moment. Space Center Houston, House of Blues Houston, and Wortham Theater 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to San José (average of $483). Flying from Phoenix to San José in August is currently the most expensive (average of $754). 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 5 airlines flying from Phoenix to San José

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$250Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$346Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$359Average$559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$389Average$651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
GOLCheapest$417Average$595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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