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$133+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) 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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — SJO
Jan 21 — Jan 281
Tue 1/21
Tue 1/28
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Richmond Byrd Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in September or May, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Richmond to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) 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 January 16, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$243
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$133
(FlightHub)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$481
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 16, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/187:10 pmRIC - SJO
1 stop6h 40mSpirit Airlines
Tue 3/2512:26 pmSJO - RIC
1 stop9h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/16$243
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Sat 2/225:35 pmRIC - SJO
1 stop19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/254:09 amSJO - RIC
2 stops18h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$315
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 3/316:11 pmRIC - SJO
1 stop18h 54mAmerican Airlines
Fri 4/42:20 pmSJO - RIC
2 stops17h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/15$381
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Tue 9/235:40 amRIC - SJO
1 stop8h 13mDelta
Mon 9/291:18 pmSJO - RIC
1 stop8h 45mDelta
Deal found 1/15$439

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond 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 January 16, 2025.

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RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 3/18

7:10 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop6h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/24

12:50 am-5:50 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$243

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 2/22

5:35 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop19h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/25

4:09 am-11:28 pm

2 stops18h 19m

$315

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 3/31

6:11 pm-11:05 am

1 stop18h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/4

2:20 pm-10:02 am

2 stops17h 42m

$381

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 1/27

8:20 pm-7:08 pm

2 stops23h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/1

6:06 pm-9:42 am

2 stops14h 36m

$536

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 2/6

10:20 am-11:18 am

2 stops25h 58m

$133

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 2/6

3:27 pm-11:18 am

1 stop20h 51m

$169

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 3/30

4:26 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$216

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 3/29

8:19 pm-7:37 pm

2 stops25h 18m

$236

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 1/30

10:20 am-7:35 am

2 stops22h 15m

$249

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 2/3

6:15 am-8:50 pm

1 stop15h 35m

$254

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Richmond to San José in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice 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 Richmond-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 Richmond-San José, San José Province flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Richmond-San José, San José Province flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-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 Richmond-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 Richmond to San José

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Richmond to San José. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2025.

Booking 43 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Richmond to San José, San José Province. 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 Richmond to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Richmond to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 RIC to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond 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 January 16, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Richmond to San José, San José Province in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 30% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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 January 16, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,658 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,965 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,098 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Richmond 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Richmond to San José, San José Province round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San José, San José Province, with prices starting at $243. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Copa Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $381 and $536, respectively. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 56% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Richmond to San José, San José Province are Spirit Airlines ($133), Delta ($216), and United Airlines ($236).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond 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 Richmond to San José, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Richmond to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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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