San José

$166+ Cheap flights from Salt Lake City (SLC) to San José (SJO)

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SLC — SJO
Oct 11 — Oct 181
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Salt Lake City to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in September or October, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Salt Lake City to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Salt Lake City (SLC) 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 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$379
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$166
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$469
From Salt Lake City to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
One-way flight from Salt Lake City to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($66 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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Cheapest flights from Salt Lake City to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salt Lake City to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Wed 11/54:20 pmSLC - SJO
2 stops42h 54mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/136:00 amSJO - SLC
2 stops14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$379
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Tue 11/412:35 pmSLC - SJO
2 stops21h 52mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/136:00 amSJO - SLC
2 stops14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$391
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 11/39:28 amSLC - SJO
2 stops26h 02mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/136:00 amSJO - SLC
2 stops14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$407
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/246:05 pmSLC - SJO
2 stops17h 09mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/26:10 amSJO - SLC
2 stops14h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$411
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Tue 10/2811:50 pmSLC - SJO
2 stops36h 16mJetBlue
Tue 11/44:25 pmSJO - SLC
1 stop31h 30mJetBlue
Deal found 9/11$415
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 11/38:27 amSLC - SJO
1 stop15h 11mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/102:20 amSJO - SLC
2 stops20h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$418
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/257:35 pmSLC - SJO
2 stops15h 39mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/26:10 amSJO - SLC
2 stops14h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$420
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/22:27 pmSLC - SJO
2 stops20h 47mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/96:10 amSJO - SLC
2 stops29h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$422
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/257:35 pmSLC - SJO
2 stops15h 39mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/111:37 amSJO - SLC
1 stop24h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$426

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Salt Lake City 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salt Lake City to San José that are best for you.

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Salt Lake CitySan José

SLC - SJO

SLCSJO

Salt Lake City

Tue 10/28

7:13 pm-11:51 pm

3 stops28h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/3

1:55 am-8:21 pm

3 stops19h 26m

$458

Salt Lake CitySan José

SLC - SJO

SLCSJO

Salt Lake City

Tue 9/30

6:45 am-6:55 pm

2 stops12h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/18

9:00 am-10:20 pm

2 stops14h 20m

$500

Salt Lake CitySan José

SLC - SJO

SLCSJO

Salt Lake City

Fri 11/14

7:00 am-8:30 pm

1 stop12h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/21

9:00 am-10:05 pm

2 stops14h 05m

$554

Salt Lake CitySan José

SLC - SJO

SLCSJO

Salt Lake City

Thu 2/19

8:00 am-8:21 am

2 stops23h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/3

8:11 am-9:53 pm

2 stops14h 42m

$576

Salt Lake CitySan José

SLC - SJO

SLCSJO

Salt Lake City

Tue 1/27

7:35 am-8:21 am

2 stops23h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/1

5:51 pm-9:59 pm

2 stops29h 08m

$588

Salt Lake CitySan José

SLC - SJO

SLCSJO

Salt Lake City

Wed 11/26

8:16 pm-11:25 am

2 stops14h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/13

2:20 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$601

Salt Lake CitySan José

SLC - SJO

SLCSJO

Salt Lake City

Sat 11/29

8:10 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops16h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/8

9:00 am-10:15 pm

2 stops14h 15m

$603

Salt Lake CitySan José

SLC - SJO

SLCSJO

Salt Lake City

Fri 2/20

12:30 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops33h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/26

2:26 am-11:05 am

2 stops33h 39m

$623

Salt Lake CitySan José

SLC - SJO

SLCSJO

Salt Lake City

Sat 12/6

4:55 pm-6:25 am

1 stop12h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 12/14

2:20 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$626

Salt Lake CitySan José

SLC - SJO

SLCSJO

Salt Lake City

Sat 2/21

6:55 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops27h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/2

2:26 am-11:05 am

2 stops33h 39m

$630

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Best time to book a flight from Salt Lake City to San José

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Salt Lake City to San José

How far ahead should I book a flight from Salt Lake City to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salt Lake City to San José. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

Booking 56 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salt Lake City to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Salt Lake City 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 SLC to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Salt Lake City 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 September 11, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Salt Lake City to San José, San José Province is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 28% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Salt Lake City to San José, San José Province?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Salt Lake City to San José, San José Province flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday 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 September 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and Copa Airlines from Salt Lake City 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.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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

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  • How long is the flight from Salt Lake City to San José, San José Province?

    There are many flights that can get you from Salt Lake City to San José, San José Province in 12h 10m. Fly via Alaska Airlines, Southwest, or Copa Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Salt Lake City to San José, San José Province is about 2718 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $248, Copa Airlines will fly you from Salt Lake City to San José, San José Province and back. In addition to Copa Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $354 and $418, respectively. You may be able to fly from Salt Lake City to San José, San José Province for 58% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

    American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, and Dos Equis Pavilion are the most popular attractions in Dallas if you're in need of something to do during your layover. American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, and Dos Equis Pavilion can be accessed by traveling approximately 15.0 mi, 15.5 mi, and 18.3 mi, respectively from Dallas/Fort Worth. Travelers can book a car rental at Dallas/Fort Worth for about $50 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Salt Lake City to San José?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Salt Lake City to San José?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to San José, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salt Lake City to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Salt Lake City 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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Top 5 airlines flying from Salt Lake City to San José

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Salt Lake City 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$248Average$1,108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$354Average$579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$418Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$437Average$655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$445Average$639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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