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$159+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SJO
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in February or April, booked 17 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$254
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$159
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$482
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/165:25 amCMH - SJO
1 stop8h 00mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/221:20 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop9h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$254
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Sun 11/165:25 amCMH - SJO
1 stop8h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/228:07 amSJO - CMH
2 stops22h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$320
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/36:00 amCMH - SJO
1 stop7h 15mSpirit Airlines
Sun 1/111:16 amSJO - CMH
1 stop7h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$332
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Fri 11/284:43 pmCMH - SJO
1 stop18h 36mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/51:31 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop7h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$333
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/278:30 amCMH - SJO
1 stop26h 49mSpirit Airlines
Fri 12/51:31 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop7h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/29$335
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/268:30 amCMH - SJO
1 stop7h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/21:20 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop9h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$338
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 12/38:30 amCMH - SJO
1 stop7h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/117:22 amSJO - CMH
1 stop11h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$340
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Thu 11/276:00 amCMH - SJO
2 stops29h 19mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/61:31 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop7h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/29$341
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Thu 12/46:45 pmCMH - SJO
1 stop17h 57mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/812:39 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop29h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$344
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sat 12/138:33 pmCMH - SJO
1 stop16h 52mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/2012:39 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop10h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/29$346
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Fri 11/284:43 pmCMH - SJO
1 stop18h 36mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/41:31 pmSJO - CMH
2 stops21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$349

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to San José that are best for you.

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Columbus

Fly to

San José

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Thu 11/27

8:30 am-10:19 am

1 stop26h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/6

1:31 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop7h 43m

$335

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Thu 12/11

6:45 pm-11:42 am

1 stop17h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/16

1:31 pm-7:38 pm

2 stops29h 07m

$361

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Wed 12/3

3:08 pm-3:20 pm

3 stops25h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/11

1:16 am-9:55 am

1 stop7h 39m

$368

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Fri 1/2

11:14 am-12:25 pm

1 stop26h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/11

1:19 pm-9:55 am

1 stop19h 36m

$393

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Tue 2/24

2:15 pm-11:27 am

1 stop22h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/1

7:45 am-10:33 am

2 stops25h 48m

$396

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Thu 12/11

11:14 am-12:25 pm

3 stops26h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/16

1:31 pm-7:38 pm

3 stops29h 07m

$404

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Wed 2/25

9:55 am-10:15 pm

1 stop13h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/5

7:00 am-6:47 pm

1 stop10h 47m

$416

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Tue 3/31

7:00 am-7:37 pm

2 stops14h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/7

11:13 am-9:50 pm

1 stop8h 37m

$416

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Tue 2/24

12:50 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop10h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/5

7:00 am-6:47 pm

1 stop10h 47m

$416

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Tue 2/10

7:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop7h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/18

7:00 am-7:32 pm

1 stop11h 32m

$416

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 10/30

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Compare providers for flights from Columbus 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 Columbus to San José in October.
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
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 Columbus Airport-San José flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Columbus Airport-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-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 Columbus Airport-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 Columbus to San José

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

Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to San José

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to San José. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

Booking 17 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus Airport 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 Columbus Airport to San José?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to San José (average of $269). Flying from Columbus Airport to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of $415). 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 CMH to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 October 30, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 24% on flights from Columbus Airport to San José by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbus Airport 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 October 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Columbus Airport to San José by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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
4,243 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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
7,998 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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
8,998 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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
11,035 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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
8,116 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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 Columbus 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 Columbus?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Columbus to San José. You should not have trouble finding flights to Juan Santamaria Intl from Columbus; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights to the San José airport from Columbus. It is only a 8.8 mi journey from Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) to San José’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus Airport to San José?

    Departing from Columbus Airport to San José will take you 26h 49m. Columbus Airport and San José are separated by a distance of 2073 mi.

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

    Currently priced at $267, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Columbus Airport to San José and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $355 and $384, respectively. You may be able to fly from Columbus Airport to San José for 47% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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 Columbus Airport to San José?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to San José (average of $269). Flying from Columbus Airport to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of $415). 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 Columbus to San José

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$267Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$355Average$551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$384Average$557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$415Average$607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$426Average$613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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