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$140+ Cheap flights from Tempe, AZ 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 3/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHX — SJO
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Tempe to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tempe to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/285:10 pm
PHX
-
SJO
2 stops18h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/412:35 pm
SJO
-
PHX
1 stop10h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$304
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/285:10 pm
PHX
-
SJO
2 stops41h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/712:35 pm
SJO
-
PHX
1 stop13h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$339
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/36:40 am
PHX
-
SJO
2 stops10h 36m
United Airlines
Mon 3/911:35 am
SJO
-
PHX
1 stop11h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$345
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/1310:30 am
PHX
-
SJO
1 stop8h 07m
United Airlines
Thu 4/168:45 am
SJO
-
PHX
1 stop16h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$346
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/1310:30 am
PHX
-
SJO
1 stop8h 07m
United Airlines
Mon 4/278:45 am
SJO
-
PHX
1 stop16h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$356
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/112:51 am
PHX
-
SJO
1 stop18h 21m
American Airlines
Tue 3/107:00 am
SJO
-
PHX
1 stop18h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$359
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/25:15 pm
PHX
-
SJO
2 stops18h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1011:35 am
SJO
-
PHX
1 stop13h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$360
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/311:59 pm
PHX
-
SJO
1 stop10h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1011:35 am
SJO
-
PHX
2 stops31h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$362
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/268:30 am
PHX
-
SJO
1 stop10h 07m
United Airlines
Thu 7/3012:30 am
SJO
-
PHX
1 stop11h 41m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$366
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/26:00 am
PHX
-
SJO
2 stops12h 37m
United Airlines
Wed 9/301:30 pm
SJO
-
PHX
2 stops11h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$371
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/96:56 pm
PHX
-
SJO
1 stop21h 54m
American Airlines
Thu 9/177:00 am
SJO
-
PHX
1 stop16h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$374
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/196:30 pm
PHX
-
SJO
2 stops16h 56m
United Airlines
Fri 10/231:30 pm
SJO
-
PHX
1 stop22h 41m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$375

Find flight deals from Tempe to San José

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Tempe to San José flight deals. Data was last updated January 29, 2026.

Round-trip from

$304
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$140
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$505
From Tempe to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Tempe 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 Tempe to San José that are best for you.

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PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 4/13

10:30 am-7:37 pm

1 stop8h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/27

8:45 am-11:59 pm

1 stop16h 14m

$356

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 2/24

11:59 pm-11:40 am

1 stop10h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/3

12:35 pm-1:44 pm

2 stops26h 09m

$377

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 2/24

11:30 am-8:39 pm

1 stop8h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/3

9:40 am-7:26 pm

1 stop10h 46m

$383

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 5/12

11:55 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop11h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/18

9:00 am-11:35 pm

1 stop15h 35m

$397

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 4/26

5:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop7h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/2

12:25 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop9h 45m

$412

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 5/12

10:17 pm-11:07 am

2 stops11h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/18

2:22 pm-9:18 am

1 stop19h 56m

$431

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 4/25

6:00 am-7:37 pm

2 stops12h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/4

8:45 am-6:39 pm

1 stop10h 54m

$435

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 5/10

10:30 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops12h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/14

1:10 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop10h 30m

$442

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 4/26

11:59 pm-11:35 am

2 stops34h 36m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/2

2:22 pm-6:50 am

2 stops17h 28m

$444

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 2/23

6:01 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop18h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/26

9:40 am-11:51 pm

1 stop15h 11m

$444

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Best time to book a flight from Tempe to San José

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Tempe to San José

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Tempe to San José may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 23 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Tempe to San José?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tempe to San José (average of $315). Flying from Tempe to San José in June is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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.

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.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Tempe to San José, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,128 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,205 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Tempe 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 airport do you fly into for flights to San José from Tempe?

    Located just 8.8 mi from the city center, San José Juan Santamaria Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San José from Tempe. Booking flights from Tempe to Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Tempe from 4 different airlines.

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

    United Airlines and Southwest can get you from Tempe to San José in just under 8h 07m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 08m. The distance from Tempe to San José is about 2392 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $150 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $150 and United Airlines from $150 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tempe to San José (average of $315). Flying from Tempe to San José in June is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 4 airlines flying from Tempe to San José

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Tempe 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
DeltaCheapest$333Average$591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$345Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$352Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$356Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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