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$541+ Cheap flights from Zurich (ZRH) 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 3/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — SJO
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Fri 2/27
Fri 3/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Zurich to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in May or September, booked 4 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Zurich to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zurich to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 28, 2026.

This Iberia 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/127:30 am
ZRH
-
SJO
1 stop16h 05m
Iberia
Thu 2/196:15 pm
SJO
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 05m
Iberia
Deal found 1/26$939
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/125:25 pm
ZRH
-
SJO
2 stops25h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/191:22 pm
SJO
-
ZRH
2 stops25h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$949
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/296:50 am
ZRH
-
SJO
2 stops22h 25m
Delta
Mon 2/97:00 am
SJO
-
ZRH
2 stops19h 50m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$950
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/187:45 am
ZRH
-
SJO
2 stops36h 11m
Delta
Wed 9/91:21 pm
SJO
-
ZRH
2 stops19h 24m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$951
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/209:05 pm
ZRH
-
SJO
1 stop26h 35m
British Airways
Fri 4/37:00 am
SJO
-
ZRH
2 stops26h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 1/26$956
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/281:30 pm
ZRH
-
SJO
2 stops39h 45m
Delta
Sun 2/82:31 pm
SJO
-
ZRH
2 stops60h 59m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$962
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.
Sat 2/1411:45 am
ZRH
-
SJO
1 stop32h 10m
United Airlines
Thu 2/1912:35 pm
SJO
-
ZRH
2 stops19h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$968
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/187:30 am
ZRH
-
SJO
1 stop15h 05m
Iberia
Fri 10/94:10 pm
SJO
-
ZRH
1 stop22h 10m
Iberia
Deal found 1/27$969
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.
Wed 4/88:15 am
ZRH
-
SJO
2 stops20h 04m
United Airlines
Wed 4/297:15 am
SJO
-
ZRH
1 stop17h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$971
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 2/2311:25 am
ZRH
-
SJO
2 stops28h 07m
United Airlines
Mon 3/28:45 am
SJO
-
ZRH
2 stops18h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$972

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$939
(Iberia)

One-way from

$541
(KLM)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,153
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Zurich 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 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Zurich to San José that are best for you.

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ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Fri 3/20

9:05 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop26h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/3

7:00 am-5:15 pm

2 stops26h 15m

$956

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Wed 4/8

8:15 am-8:19 pm

2 stops20h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/29

7:15 am-8:15 am

1 stop17h 00m

$971

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Thu 2/19

8:50 am-7:53 pm

2 stops18h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/28

2:05 pm-7:55 am

1 stop34h 50m

$972

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Mon 2/23

11:25 am-8:32 am

2 stops28h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/2

2:05 pm-7:55 am

1 stop34h 50m

$972

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Thu 2/12

8:50 am-7:53 pm

2 stops18h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/16

9:05 am-8:40 am

1 stop16h 35m

$973

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Fri 2/13

11:45 am-12:55 pm

1 stop32h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/20

12:35 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops19h 10m

$975

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Wed 4/1

1:10 pm-10:11 am

2 stops29h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/21

7:55 am-11:45 am

2 stops19h 50m

$977

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Sat 5/2

7:00 am-4:20 pm

1 stop17h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/31

7:15 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop19h 10m

$978

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Fri 3/20

1:05 pm-11:55 am

1 stop29h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/3

7:15 am-11:45 am

2 stops20h 30m

$979

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Tue 3/3

1:15 pm-8:32 am

1 stop26h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/26

11:35 am-12:55 pm

2 stops18h 20m

$983

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Best time to book a flight from Zurich to San José

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from Zurich to San José is 4 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to San José (average of $714). Flying from Zurich to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $908). 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 ZRH to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Zurich 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 January 28, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Zurich to San José as you normally would.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Zurich 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 January 28, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown SWISS and United Airlines from Zurich to San José. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,863 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.3

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Henriette,Dec 2025

ZRH - JNB

The flight was good but again my luggage was delayed. The 2nd time now. I know it us at the airlines fault but maybe there have to be more control on which luggage on on which plane. Especially if a flight has been delayed.
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,863 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,863 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.3

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Henriette,Dec 2025

ZRH - JNB

The flight was good but again my luggage was delayed. The 2nd time now. I know it us at the airlines fault but maybe there have to be more control on which luggage on on which plane. Especially if a flight has been delayed.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,212 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,863 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.3

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Henriette,Dec 2025

ZRH - JNB

The flight was good but again my luggage was delayed. The 2nd time now. I know it us at the airlines fault but maybe there have to be more control on which luggage on on which plane. Especially if a flight has been delayed.

Related info for your journey

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

    A quick flight from Zurich to San José can take about 20h 04m. British Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $971. There are 5835 mi between Zurich and San José. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Zurich to San José is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $830 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is SWISS, starting at $1,018. United Airlines is priced at 27% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Zurich to San José?

    Consider Edelweiss Air (49%), SWISS (49%) or Lufthansa (49%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Zurich to San José.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to San José (average of $714). Flying from Zurich to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $908). 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 2 airlines flying from Zurich to San José

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Zurich 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 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$830Average$982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$1,018Average$1,289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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