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$209+ Cheap flights from Santiago (SCL) 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 3/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SCL — SJO
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santiago to San José

Cheapest flights from Santiago to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santiago to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 3/251:35 am
SCL
-
SJO
1 stop10h 15m
Avianca
Tue 4/149:25 am
SJO
-
SCL
1 stop11h 55m
Avianca
Deal found 1/28$404
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 3/116:40 am
SCL
-
SJO
1 stop11h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/254:15 pm
SJO
-
SCL
1 stop20h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$406
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Fri 6/54:58 pm
SCL
-
SJO
2 stops24h 42m
LATAM Airlines
Fri 8/74:55 pm
SJO
-
SCL
1 stop19h 10m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/28$419
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Fri 6/54:58 pm
SCL
-
SJO
2 stops24h 42m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 8/64:55 pm
SJO
-
SCL
2 stops16h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/28$421
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/147:25 am
SCL
-
SJO
1 stop19h 50m
Avianca
Fri 3/201:45 am
SJO
-
SCL
1 stop19h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 1/28$422
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Thu 6/47:45 am
SCL
-
SJO
1 stop9h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Fri 8/74:55 pm
SJO
-
SCL
1 stop9h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/28$424
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 4/2411:25 am
SCL
-
SJO
1 stop12h 21m
Copa Airlines
Sat 5/95:47 am
SJO
-
SCL
1 stop11h 36m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/27$426
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Mon 4/135:40 am
SCL
-
SJO
1 stop12h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/299:25 am
SJO
-
SCL
1 stop17h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$432
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Mon 5/184:10 am
SCL
-
SJO
1 stop13h 30m
LATAM Airlines
Mon 5/254:55 pm
SJO
-
SCL
2 stops17h 14m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/27$433
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Sat 6/65:40 am
SCL
-
SJO
1 stop12h 00m
LATAM Airlines
Sat 8/84:55 pm
SJO
-
SCL
2 stops16h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/28$435
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Sat 3/141:17 am
SCL
-
SJO
1 stop10h 03m
Copa Airlines
Thu 3/1910:08 am
SJO
-
SCL
1 stop11h 26m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/28$441

Find flight deals from Santiago to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santiago (SCL) 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 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$404
(Avianca)

One-way from

$209
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$535
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($76 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Santiago 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 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santiago to San José that are best for you.

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SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 5/18

6:10 am-2:05 pm

1 stop9h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/25

4:45 pm-4:15 am

1 stop9h 30m

$404

SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 6/1

3:20 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop10h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/30

9:25 am-11:20 pm

1 stop11h 55m

$404

SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 3/11

6:40 am-3:35 pm

1 stop11h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/25

4:15 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$406

SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 6/7

4:58 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops24h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/8

4:55 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop19h 10m

$419

SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 6/5

4:58 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops24h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/7

4:55 pm-11:40 am

2 stops16h 45m

$421

SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 6/7

4:58 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops24h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/7

4:55 pm-11:40 am

2 stops16h 45m

$421

SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 6/7

4:58 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops24h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/9

4:55 pm-2:11 pm

2 stops19h 16m

$421

SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 6/4

5:40 am-3:40 pm

1 stop12h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/9

4:55 pm-2:11 pm

2 stops19h 16m

$425

SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Mon 6/8

9:25 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop20h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/6

4:55 pm-11:40 am

2 stops16h 45m

$425

SantiagoSan José

SCL - SJO

SCLSJO

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 3/13

5:21 am-7:01 pm

1 stop16h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/22

10:08 am-12:34 am

1 stop11h 26m

$426

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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 Santiago to San José in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice 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 Santiago-San José flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santiago-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santiago-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santiago-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 Santiago-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 Santiago to San José

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San José from Santiago with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santiago to San José

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santiago to San José. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

Booking 14 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Santiago 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 Santiago to San José?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santiago to San José (average of $194). Flying from Santiago to San José in August is currently the most expensive (average of $329). 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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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 29, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with LATAM Airlines, Copa Airlines, and Avianca from Santiago 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.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,918 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2025

MIA - GRU

Terrible baggage service! Almost lost my connection flight in SP
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,918 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,918 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2025

MIA - GRU

Terrible baggage service! Almost lost my connection flight in SP
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,560 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,918 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2025

MIA - GRU

Terrible baggage service! Almost lost my connection flight in SP
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,492 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,918 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2025

MIA - GRU

Terrible baggage service! Almost lost my connection flight in SP

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Santiago to San José?

    There are many flights that can get you from Santiago to San José in 9h 55m. Fly via Avianca or LATAM Airlines to get the fastest option. Santiago and San José are separated by a distance of 3123 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Santiago to San José round-trip from $329. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Avianca, from $338, and LATAM Airlines, from $376. You may be able to fly from Santiago to San José for 21% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santiago to San José one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $172 on Avianca. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Copa Airlines from $180 and LATAM Airlines from $182 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santiago 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 Santiago to San José?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santiago to San José (average of $194). Flying from Santiago to San José in August is currently the most expensive (average of $329). 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 3 airlines flying from Santiago to San José

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santiago 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$329Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$338Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$376Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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