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$480+ Cheap flights from Tucson (TUS) to San José (SJO)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TUS — SJO
nov. 27 — dic. 41
jue. 11/27
jue. 12/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Tucson to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in September or January, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Tucson to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Tucson (TUS) 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 octubre 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$480
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$584
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Cheapest flights from Tucson to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tucson to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on octubre 28, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
lun. 11/312:01 pmTUS - SJO
1 stop7h 38mUnited Airlines
lun. 11/109:40 amSJO - TUS
1 stop11h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$480
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/108:20 pmTUS - SJO
2 stops15h 55mSouthwest
mar. 11/259:00 amSJO - TUS
2 stops17h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 10/27$486
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
jue. 10/305:00 amTUS - SJO
1 stop12h 16mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 11/86:22 amSJO - TUS
1 stop8h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$510
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/3012:02 pmTUS - SJO
2 stops22h 56mDelta
sáb. 11/82:15 pmSJO - TUS
1 stop10h 15mDelta
Deal found 10/28$514
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/274:30 pmTUS - SJO
2 stops18h 28mDelta
vie. 10/311:23 pmSJO - TUS
1 stop10h 07mDelta
Deal found 10/27$544
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/271:19 pmTUS - SJO
1 stop27h 57mAmerican Airlines
vie. 10/316:00 amSJO - TUS
1 stop9h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/26$550
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/69:15 amTUS - SJO
2 stops12h 41mAmerican Airlines
lun. 11/106:22 amSJO - TUS
2 stops15h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/26$554
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
lun. 11/102:20 pmTUS - SJO
2 stops33h 18mMultiple Airlines
lun. 11/241:30 amSJO - TUS
1 stop16h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$609
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/146:00 amTUS - SJO
1 stop15h 20mDelta
sáb. 12/278:30 amSJO - TUS
1 stop15h 50mDelta
Deal found 10/27$657
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
sáb. 12/137:00 amTUS - SJO
1 stop14h 00mUnited Airlines
lun. 12/296:30 amSJO - TUS
2 stops32h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$669

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Tucson 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 octubre 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Tucson to San José that are best for you.

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Price

TucsonSan José

TUS - SJO

TUSSJO

Tucson

mar. 2/24

6:00 am-2:53 pm

1 stop7h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 3/8

12:01 am-8:36 am

1 stop9h 35m

$480

TucsonSan José

TUS - SJO

TUSSJO

Tucson

lun. 2/23

7:30 am-6:16 pm

1 stop9h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 3/2

12:35 pm-9:49 pm

1 stop10h 14m

$480

TucsonSan José

TUS - SJO

TUSSJO

Tucson

mar. 2/24

1:35 pm-8:32 am

1 stop17h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 3/9

1:20 pm-9:09 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$480

TucsonSan José

TUS - SJO

TUSSJO

Tucson

sáb. 1/10

7:47 am-10:15 pm

2 stops13h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 1/21

7:00 am-10:07 pm

2 stops16h 07m

$484

TucsonSan José

TUS - SJO

TUSSJO

Tucson

sáb. 1/10

8:07 pm-8:32 am

1 stop11h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 1/21

6:30 am-6:07 pm

2 stops12h 37m

$484

TucsonSan José

TUS - SJO

TUSSJO

Tucson

lun. 11/10

8:20 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops15h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 11/25

9:00 am-1:10 am

2 stops17h 10m

$486

TucsonSan José

TUS - SJO

TUSSJO

Tucson

sáb. 4/25

3:45 pm-1:09 pm

1 stop20h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 5/3

11:59 pm-8:37 am

1 stop9h 38m

$494

TucsonSan José

TUS - SJO

TUSSJO

Tucson

sáb. 4/25

4:15 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops19h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 5/3

2:00 pm-9:00 am

2 stops20h 00m

$546

TucsonSan José

TUS - SJO

TUSSJO

Tucson

lun. 2/23

7:20 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops16h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 3/2

9:40 am-9:55 pm

2 stops13h 15m

$554

TucsonSan José

TUS - SJO

TUSSJO

Tucson

sáb. 3/7

6:00 am-8:40 pm

1 stop13h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 3/28

8:30 am-8:55 pm

1 stop13h 25m

$638

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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 Tucson to San José in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 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 Tucson-San José flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Tucson-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Tucson-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Tucson-San José flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Tucson-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 Tucson to San José

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Tucson to San José. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Tucson to San José may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 45 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 Tucson to San José?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tucson to San José (average of $426). Flying from Tucson to San José in August is currently the most expensive (average of $515). 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 TUS to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Tucson 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 octubre 28, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Tucson to San José in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Tucson to San José?

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 octubre 28, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Tucson to San José to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,240 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

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
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,240 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,240 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,001 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,240 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

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
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,032 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,240 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Tucson 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 Tucson to San José?

    Airlines like American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Tucson to San José in about 7h 53m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 35m. There are 2289 mi between Tucson and San José. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Tucson to San José round-trip from $458. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Southwest, from $487, and United Airlines, from $494. Users have found that American Airlines is 28% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tucson to San José (average of $426). Flying from Tucson to San José in August is currently the most expensive (average of $515). 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 Tucson to San José

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Tucson 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 octubre 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$458Average$581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$487Average$608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$494Average$657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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