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$193+ Cheap flights from Portland (PDX) to San José (SJO)

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PDX — SJO
oct. 28 — nov. 41
lun. 10/28
lun. 11/4
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The best prices from Portland to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in January or May, booked 16 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PDX) 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 octubre 23, 2024.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on octubre 23, 2024.

This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/67:17 pmPDX - SJO
2 stops15h 02mMultiple Airlines
mié. 12/111:24 amSJO - PDX
1 stop11h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/21$481
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
sáb. 11/1610:17 pmPDX - SJO
2 stops13h 33mAmerican Airlines
vie. 11/227:00 amSJO - PDX
1 stop18h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/22$493
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/48:14 pmPDX - SJO
2 stops15h 30mSpirit Airlines
vie. 11/151:31 pmSJO - PDX
2 stops37h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/21$499
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/281:42 pmPDX - SJO
2 stops21h 35mUnited Airlines
sáb. 12/76:40 amSJO - PDX
2 stops28h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/22$509
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
sáb. 11/165:22 pmPDX - SJO
1 stop11h 35mDelta
jue. 11/218:30 amSJO - PDX
2 stops16h 46mDelta
Deal found 10/22$515
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/511:00 amPDX - SJO
1 stop10h 59mAlaska Airlines
jue. 12/121:24 amSJO - PDX
1 stop11h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/21$523
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/911:59 pmPDX - SJO
1 stop10h 57mLufthansa
jue. 11/148:45 amSJO - PDX
1 stop16h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 10/22$637
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/88:25 amPDX - SJO
2 stops10h 15mSouthwest
dom. 1/199:55 amSJO - PDX
2 stops14h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 10/22$686
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
sáb. 11/97:50 pmPDX - SJO
2 stops33h 45mCopa Airlines
mié. 11/134:08 amSJO - PDX
2 stops21h 12mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/22$698

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PortlandSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

PDX - SJO

PDXSJO

Portland

lun. 2/3

2 stops15h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 2/11

2 stops28h 19m

$479

PortlandSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

PDX - SJO

PDXSJO

Portland

sáb. 11/16

2 stops13h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 11/22

1 stop18h 24m

$493

PortlandSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

PDX - SJO

PDXSJO

Portland

lun. 11/4

2 stops15h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 11/15

2 stops37h 21m

$499

PortlandSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

PDX - SJO

PDXSJO

Portland

jue. 11/28

2 stops21h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 12/7

2 stops28h 59m

$509

PortlandSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

PDX - SJO

PDXSJO

Portland

sáb. 11/16

1 stop11h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 11/21

2 stops16h 46m

$515

PortlandSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

PDX - SJO

PDXSJO

Portland

dom. 2/23

1 stop15h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 3/3

1 stop14h 39m

$518

PortlandSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

PDX - SJO

PDXSJO

Portland

mar. 1/7

2 stops10h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 1/12

2 stops15h 40m

$556

PortlandSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

PDX - SJO

PDXSJO

Portland

mar. 1/21

2 stops15h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 1/29

2 stops22h 47m

$665

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Portland to San José in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

*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 Portland-San José, San José Province flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Portland-San José, San José Province flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Portland-San José, San José Province flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Portland-San José, San José Province flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Portland-San José, San José Province flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Portland to San José

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Portland to San José including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to San José. Price data was last updated on October 18, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Portland to San José, San José Province, you should look to book at least 16 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.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Portland to San José, San José Province in July is currently the most expensive (average of $533). 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 PDX to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland 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 octubre 23, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Portland to San José, San José Province in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 19% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Portland to San José. Price data was last updated on October 20, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland to San José, San José Province flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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Rainfall in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 octubre 23, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Copa Airlines and Spirit Airlines from Portland to San José. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,156 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,156 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,156 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,156 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,885 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,156 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Copa Airlines
7.8
Good
1,917 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,156 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,283 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,156 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Portland to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • Can I find flights from Portland to San José, San José Province for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Portland to San José, San José Province for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $479, but on average you can expect to pay $529.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Portland to San José, San José Province for under $500?

    There are currently 7+ open flights from Portland to San José, San José Province within the next 7 days for less than $500.

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

    American Airlines, at $493, was found to be the cheapest airline from Portland to San José, San José Province.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and United Airlines. American Airlines is 28% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $193. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Portland to San José, San José Province for a low price.

  • What does PDX to SJO mean?

    This is defined as Portland Airport (PDX) and San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO). Codes like San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

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

    Most of the time, Portland to San José, San José Province flights that have layovers will stop in Dallas. Los Angeles sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Portland to San José, San José Province.

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

    Most Dallas visitors opt to spend their time experiencing American Airlines Center, Dos Equis Pavilion, and Majestic Theatre. American Airlines Center, Dos Equis Pavilion, and Majestic Theatre can be visited by traveling about 15.0 mi, 18.3 mi, and 16.1 mi respectively from Dallas/Fort Worth. Those on a layover in Dallas in need of a rental car can book one at Dallas/Fort Worth for about $62.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Los Angeles?

    The majority of Los Angeles visitors spend their time at Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live. Travelers on a layover in Los Angeles can visit Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live, by traveling 12.5 mi, 11.7 mi, and 10.8 mi, respectively after landing at Los Angeles. Travelers in need of a car in Los Angeles can rent one for about $43 per day.

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

    Portland to San José, San José Province flights have a layover in Miami least often. Miami is followed by Houston in terms of the least popular layover location on flights from Portland to San José, San José Province.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Portland to San José that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Portland to San José flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Portland to San José with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Portland to San José flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Portland to San José that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Portland to San José offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Portland to San José?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Portland to San José flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Portland to San José, San José Province flight deals updated?

    The Portland to San José, San José Province flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/22.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Portland to San José, San José Province in July is currently the most expensive (average of $533). 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 Portland to San José

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Portland 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 2,499,819 searches. Data last updated octubre 23, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$227Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$409Average$673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$410Average$582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$437Average$674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$488Average$741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$743Average$972FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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