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$183+ Cheap flights from Tucson (TUS) 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 1/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TUS — SJO
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
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 November, 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$398
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$183
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$541
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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 September 11, 2025.

This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/86:00 amTUS - SJO
1 stop15h 12mDelta
Fri 12/127:00 amSJO - TUS
1 stop17h 59mDelta
Deal found 9/10$398
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/123:03 pmTUS - SJO
2 stops21h 03mDelta
Wed 11/197:00 amSJO - TUS
2 stops15h 56mDelta
Deal found 9/11$402
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 11/97:03 amTUS - SJO
1 stop14h 56mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/176:22 amSJO - TUS
1 stop10h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$418
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/122:41 pmTUS - SJO
1 stop22h 29mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/192:59 pmSJO - TUS
1 stop8h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$426
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/13:15 pmTUS - SJO
1 stop15h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/138:37 amSJO - TUS
1 stop13h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$439
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/93:15 pmTUS - SJO
1 stop15h 00mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/161:30 pmSJO - TUS
1 stop8h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$442
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 11/68:00 amTUS - SJO
2 stops27h 50mDelta
Tue 11/187:00 amSJO - TUS
1 stop17h 59mDelta
Deal found 9/9$443
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/303:39 pmTUS - SJO
2 stops19h 26mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/86:22 amSJO - TUS
1 stop8h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$463
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 11/68:00 amTUS - SJO
2 stops27h 50mDelta
Sat 11/152:31 pmSJO - TUS
2 stops27h 17mDelta
Deal found 9/9$484
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 11/98:00 amTUS - SJO
1 stop13h 59mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/206:22 amSJO - TUS
1 stop13h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$492
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sat 11/85:55 pmTUS - SJO
2 stops17h 27mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/192:59 pmSJO - TUS
1 stop18h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$496

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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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Tucson to San José that are best for you.

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Tucson

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San José

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Price

TucsonSan José

TUS - SJO

TUSSJO

Tucson

Tue 10/14

6:30 am-7:37 pm

1 stop12h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/21

8:37 am-8:59 pm

1 stop13h 22m

$398

TucsonSan José

TUS - SJO

TUSSJO

Tucson

Mon 12/8

6:00 am-10:12 pm

1 stop15h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 12/12

7:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop17h 59m

$398

TucsonSan José

TUS - SJO

TUSSJO

Tucson

Mon 11/10

3:03 pm-1:06 pm

2 stops21h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/18

7:00 am-9:56 pm

2 stops15h 56m

$402

TucsonSan José

TUS - SJO

TUSSJO

Tucson

Tue 11/11

3:03 pm-1:06 pm

2 stops21h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/18

2:31 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 28m

$402

TucsonSan José

TUS - SJO

TUSSJO

Tucson

Wed 11/12

12:23 pm-1:06 pm

2 stops23h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/19

7:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop17h 59m

$402

TucsonSan José

TUS - SJO

TUSSJO

Tucson

Wed 11/12

12:23 pm-1:06 pm

2 stops23h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/14

2:31 pm-11:35 am

2 stops22h 04m

$402

TucsonSan José

TUS - SJO

TUSSJO

Tucson

Tue 11/11

3:03 pm-1:06 pm

2 stops21h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/19

2:31 pm-2:08 pm

2 stops24h 37m

$402

TucsonSan José

TUS - SJO

TUSSJO

Tucson

Mon 11/10

3:03 pm-1:06 pm

2 stops21h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/14

2:31 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 28m

$402

TucsonSan José

TUS - SJO

TUSSJO

Tucson

Mon 11/10

5:28 pm-1:06 pm

2 stops18h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/19

7:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop17h 59m

$402

TucsonSan José

TUS - SJO

TUSSJO

Tucson

Mon 1/26

10:33 am-9:30 pm

2 stops9h 57m

$183

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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, San José Province?

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 August 29, 2025.

Booking 45 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Tucson 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 Tucson to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tucson to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Tucson 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 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 September 11, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Tucson to San José, San José Province in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 19% 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, San José Province?

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.
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
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

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
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

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
8,937 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

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
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

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, San José Province?

    Airlines like United Airlines and Delta fly from Tucson to San José, San José Province in about 12h 07m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 05m. Tucson and San José, San José Province are separated by a distance of 2289 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at $458, American Airlines will fly you from Tucson to San José, San José Province and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Southwest and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $487 and $510, respectively. 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, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tucson to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Tucson 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 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$458Average$579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$487Average$608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$510Average$657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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