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$106+ Cheap flights from Pittsburgh (PIT) 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 12/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PIT — SJO
Dec 12 — Dec 191
Fri 12/12
Fri 12/19
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Pittsburgh to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in September or May, booked 24 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Pittsburgh (PIT) 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 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$235
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$106
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$523
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Cheapest flights from Pittsburgh to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Pittsburgh to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/73:43 pmPIT - SJO
1 stop8h 16mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/97:00 amSJO - PIT
1 stop15h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/10$244
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/612:30 pmPIT - SJO
1 stop10h 58mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/97:00 amSJO - PIT
1 stop15h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/10$246
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/612:30 pmPIT - SJO
1 stop10h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/136:00 amSJO - PIT
1 stop14h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/10$249
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Sat 11/1511:00 amPIT - SJO
2 stops10h 39mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/1712:35 pmSJO - PIT
1 stop9h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/12$252
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Mon 11/176:00 amPIT - SJO
1 stop8h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/2411:28 pmSJO - PIT
2 stops12h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/11$256
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1411:15 amPIT - SJO
2 stops11h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/166:22 amSJO - PIT
1 stop15h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/10$261
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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.
Sun 12/77:59 amPIT - SJO
1 stop29h 26mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/91:31 pmSJO - PIT
1 stop25h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/10$281
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/86:00 amPIT - SJO
1 stop15h 49mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/121:15 pmSJO - PIT
1 stop9h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/10$309

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Pittsburgh 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 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Pittsburgh to San José that are best for you.

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PittsburghSan José

PIT - SJO

PITSJO

Pittsburgh

Tue 2/24

6:00 am-12:26 pm

1 stop7h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/4

12:23 am-10:39 am

1 stop9h 16m

$244

PittsburghSan José

PIT - SJO

PITSJO

Pittsburgh

Fri 1/16

7:00 am-12:40 pm

1 stop6h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/28

1:45 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop8h 01m

$244

PittsburghSan José

PIT - SJO

PITSJO

Pittsburgh

Wed 4/15

7:10 am-1:09 pm

1 stop7h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/20

2:35 pm-8:28 am

1 stop15h 53m

$244

PittsburghSan José

PIT - SJO

PITSJO

Pittsburgh

Tue 3/3

4:45 pm-1:09 pm

1 stop21h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/11

1:47 pm-10:37 am

1 stop18h 50m

$250

PittsburghSan José

PIT - SJO

PITSJO

Pittsburgh

Sat 12/6

8:02 am-10:28 pm

1 stop15h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/9

7:00 am-11:07 pm

2 stops15h 07m

$250

PittsburghSan José

PIT - SJO

PITSJO

Pittsburgh

Tue 2/24

10:28 am-8:39 pm

2 stops11h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/4

11:28 pm-10:31 am

1 stop10h 03m

$252

PittsburghSan José

PIT - SJO

PITSJO

Pittsburgh

Mon 12/8

6:00 am-8:49 pm

1 stop15h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 12/12

1:15 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop9h 43m

$309

PittsburghSan José

PIT - SJO

PITSJO

Pittsburgh

Thu 3/5

8:00 am-8:14 pm

1 stop13h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/9

2:50 pm-8:39 am

1 stop15h 49m

$311

PittsburghSan José

PIT - SJO

PITSJO

Pittsburgh

Sat 1/17

11:17 am-9:02 pm

2 stops10h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/24

6:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop16h 59m

$313

PittsburghSan José

PIT - SJO

PITSJO

Pittsburgh

Wed 2/11

6:00 am-12:22 pm

1 stop7h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/21

12:43 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$315

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Pittsburgh to San José. Price data was last updated on November 7, 2025.

Booking 24 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to San José?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pittsburgh to San José (average of $242). Flying from Pittsburgh to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 PIT to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Pittsburgh 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 12, 2025.

When flying from Pittsburgh to San José, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 34% versus a flight at noon.

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

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

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

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 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Pittsburgh to San José to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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
4,235 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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
8,009 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,015 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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
11,049 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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
8,139 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to San José?

    Departing from Pittsburgh to San José will take you 6h 40m. There are 2120 mi between Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to San José round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Pittsburgh to San José round-trip from $279. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $330, and American Airlines, from $367. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 48% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pittsburgh to San José (average of $242). Flying from Pittsburgh to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 Pittsburgh to San José

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Pittsburgh 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 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$279Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$330Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$367Average$577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$422Average$733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$426Average$617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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