$210+ Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (RIO) 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 11/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIO — SJO
Oct 3 — Oct 101
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to San JoséExplore the most affordable flight options available from Rio de Janeiro to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 3, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rio de Janeiro to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 3, 2026.
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/810:30 am -
1 stop23h 40m
Fri 9/255:55 pm -
1 stop27h 30m
Deal found 9/1![Copa Airlines logo]()
$493
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/41:30 am -
1 stop12h 28m
Wed 9/910:03 am -
1 stop18h 52m
Deal found 9/2![Copa Airlines logo]()
$494
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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.
Wed 10/218:20 pm -
2 stops22h 35m
Sun 10/251:40 pm -
1 stop13h 45m
Deal found 8/31![LATAM Airlines logo]()
$503
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/21:35 am -
1 stop12h 24m
Thu 11/128:44 am -
1 stop12h 46m
Deal found 9/2![Copa Airlines logo]()
$514
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/216:05 am -
2 stops12h 50m
Thu 10/224:55 pm -
1 stop20h 35m
Deal found 9/1![LATAM Airlines logo]()
$520
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/306:05 am -
2 stops12h 50m
Mon 10/54:55 pm -
1 stop10h 20m
Deal found 8/29![LATAM Airlines logo]()
$532
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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.
Sun 11/1511:00 am -
2 stops28h 35m
Tue 11/244:55 pm -
1 stop20h 45m
Deal found 8/31![LATAM Airlines logo]()
$561
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/510:20 am -
1 stop24h 59m
Thu 10/810:03 am -
1 stop11h 22m
Deal found 8/31![Copa Airlines logo]()
$573
Best flights from Rio de Janeiro to San JoséDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to San José that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 3, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to San José that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 3, 2026.
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/11:35 am -
1 stop10h 32m
Sat 11/73:59 am -
1 stop21h 01m
Deal found 9/1![Copa Airlines logo]()
$494
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/306:05 am -
2 stops12h 50m
Mon 10/54:55 pm -
1 stop10h 20m
Deal found 8/29![LATAM Airlines logo]()
$532
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2810:20 am -
1 stop25h 44m
Wed 11/46:05 pm -
1 stop27h 25m
Deal found 9/1![Copa Airlines logo]()
$494
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/181:35 am -
1 stop9h 44m
Thu 2/253:59 am -
1 stop18h 26m
Deal found 9/2![Copa Airlines logo]()
$494
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/21:35 am -
1 stop12h 24m
Thu 11/128:44 am -
1 stop12h 46m
Deal found 9/2![Copa Airlines logo]()
$514
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/510:20 am -
1 stop24h 59m
Thu 10/810:03 am -
1 stop11h 22m
Deal found 8/31![Copa Airlines logo]()
$573
Last-minute flights from Rio de Janeiro to San JoséDiscover last-minute flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to San José. Data last updated September 3, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to San José. Data last updated September 3, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/41:30 am -
1 stop12h 28m
Wed 9/910:03 am -
1 stop18h 52m
Deal found 9/2![Copa Airlines logo]()
$494
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/810:30 am -
1 stop23h 40m
Fri 9/255:55 pm -
1 stop27h 30m
Deal found 9/1![Copa Airlines logo]()
$493
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/306:05 am -
2 stops12h 50m
Mon 10/54:55 pm -
1 stop10h 20m
Deal found 8/29![LATAM Airlines logo]()
$532
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/302:55 pm -
2 stops12h 00m
Mon 10/54:00 pm -
2 stops15h 20m
Deal found 8/29![Avianca logo]()
$591
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/510:20 am -
1 stop24h 59m
Thu 10/810:03 am -
1 stop11h 22m
Deal found 8/31![Copa Airlines logo]()
$573
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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.
Wed 10/218:20 pm -
2 stops22h 35m
Sun 10/251:40 pm -
1 stop13h 45m
Deal found 8/31![LATAM Airlines logo]()
$503
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/216:05 am -
2 stops12h 50m
Thu 10/224:55 pm -
1 stop20h 35m
Deal found 9/1![LATAM Airlines logo]()
$520
One-way flights from Rio de Janeiro to San JoséSearch for one-way flight options from Rio de Janeiro to San José. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 3, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Rio de Janeiro to San José. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 3, 2026.
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/137:10 am -
1 stop11h 45m
Deal found 8/31![LATAM Airlines logo]()
$210
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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.
Wed 9/910:30 am -
1 stop9h 19m
Deal found 9/1![Copa Airlines logo]()
$230
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 9/101:30 am -
1 stop9h 49m
Deal found 9/1![Copa Airlines logo]()
$231
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/145:10 am -
1 stop11h 42m
Deal found 9/1![Copa Airlines logo]()
$238
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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.
Sat 12/55:35 pm -
2 stops22h 00m
Deal found 9/1![LATAM Airlines logo]()
$254
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/198:10 pm -
2 stops15h 40m
Deal found 8/29![Avianca logo]()
$255
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/116:40 pm -
2 stops24h 15m
Deal found 9/1![LATAM Airlines logo]()
$256
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/2210:30 am -
1 stop23h 32m
Deal found 9/2![Copa Airlines logo]()
$258
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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.
Wed 9/97:00 am -
2 stops35h 55m
Deal found 9/1![LATAM Airlines logo]()
$270
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/87:05 am -
1 stop11h 50m
Deal found 8/31![LATAM Airlines logo]()
$273
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/21:35 am -
1 stop9h 44m
Deal found 9/1![Copa Airlines logo]()
$277
Find flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to San José
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rio de Janeiro (RIO) 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 September 3, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $494 (Copa Airlines) |
One-way from | $210 |
Popular in | January |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $503 |
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Depart
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Cheapest round-trip
Rio de JaneiroSan José
GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
GIGSJO
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Sun 11/1
1:35 am-9:07 am
1 stop10h 32m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 11/7
3:59 am-4:00 am
1 stop21h 01m
$494
Rio de JaneiroSan José
GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
GIGSJO
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Wed 10/28
10:20 am-9:04 am
1 stop25h 44m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 11/4
6:05 pm-12:30 am
1 stop27h 25m
$494
Rio de JaneiroSan José
GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
GIGSJO
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Thu 2/18
1:35 am-8:19 am
1 stop9h 44m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 2/25
3:59 am-1:25 am
1 stop18h 26m
$494
Rio de JaneiroSan José
GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
GIGSJO
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Mon 11/2
1:35 am-10:59 am
1 stop12h 24m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 11/12
8:44 am-12:30 am
1 stop12h 46m
$514
Quickest round-trip
Rio de JaneiroSan José
GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
GIGSJO
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Wed 9/30
6:05 am-3:55 pm
2 stops12h 50m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 10/5
4:55 pm-6:15 am
1 stop10h 20m
$532
Rio de JaneiroSan José
GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
GIGSJO
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Mon 10/5
10:20 am-8:19 am
1 stop24h 59m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 10/8
10:03 am-12:25 am
1 stop11h 22m
$573
Cheapest one-way
Rio de JaneiroSan José
GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
GIGSJO
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Mon 9/14
5:10 am-1:52 pm
1 stop11h 42m
$238
Quickest one-way
Rio de JaneiroSan José
GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
GIGSJO
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Fri 2/19
7:45 am-4:20 pm
1 stop11h 35m
$247
Rio de JaneiroSan José
GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
GIGSJO
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Sun 11/22
10:30 am-7:02 am
1 stop23h 32m
$258
Rio de JaneiroSan José
GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
GIGSJO
Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
Tue 11/17
5:05 am-1:51 pm
1 stop11h 46m
$318
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- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Rio de Janeiro-San José 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 Rio de Janeiro-San José flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to San José?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro to San José (average of $370). Flying from Rio de Janeiro to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $706). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Rio de Janeiro to San José?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Rio de Janeiro to San José flights typically cost between $469 and $513 in October.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $494 on Copa Airlines (Oct 1-Oct 9).
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