San José

$543+ 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 6/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — SJO
Jun 5 — Jun 121
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Zurich to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in May or June, booked 40 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Zurich to San José

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 May 6, 2026.

This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/97:45 am
ZRH
-
SJO
2 stops16h 35m
Air France
Thu 7/97:05 pm
SJO
-
ZRH
1 stop19h 20m
Air France
Deal found 5/1$998
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/97:45 am
ZRH
-
SJO
2 stops16h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/96:25 pm
SJO
-
ZRH
1 stop20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,002
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 5/297:30 am
ZRH
-
SJO
1 stop15h 35m
Iberia
Fri 6/124:30 pm
SJO
-
ZRH
1 stop21h 50m
Iberia
Deal found 5/1$1,006
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
Mon 6/17:30 am
ZRH
-
SJO
1 stop15h 35m
Iberia
Mon 6/154:30 pm
SJO
-
ZRH
1 stop18h 30m
Iberia
Deal found 5/6$1,011
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/85:35 pm
ZRH
-
SJO
1 stop30h 45m
KLM
Sun 6/147:05 pm
SJO
-
ZRH
2 stops19h 20m
KLM
Deal found 5/3$1,012
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Tue 9/17:30 am
ZRH
-
SJO
1 stop15h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/76:00 am
SJO
-
ZRH
2 stops32h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$1,017
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/102:20 pm
ZRH
-
SJO
1 stop34h 00m
KLM
Wed 6/37:05 pm
SJO
-
ZRH
2 stops19h 20m
KLM
Deal found 5/4$1,018
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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.
Sat 5/97:45 pm
ZRH
-
SJO
1 stop27h 20m
Iberia
Thu 5/144:30 pm
SJO
-
ZRH
1 stop18h 30m
Iberia
Deal found 5/3$1,019
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
Mon 5/187:45 pm
ZRH
-
SJO
1 stop27h 20m
Iberia
Sun 5/314:30 pm
SJO
-
ZRH
1 stop18h 30m
Iberia
Deal found 5/6$1,022
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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.
Sun 11/159:10 pm
ZRH
-
SJO
2 stops30h 45m
British Airways
Sun 11/296:55 pm
SJO
-
ZRH
1 stop16h 50m
British Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,025

Find flight deals from Zurich to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Zurich (ZRH) 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 May 6, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$998
(Air France)

One-way from

$543
(KLM)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,019
Provider with most accurate pricing for Zurich-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
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From Zurich to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
One-way flight from Zurich to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($34 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Zurich to San José that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Fri 8/28

7:30 am-2:35 pm

1 stop15h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/7

6:00 am-10:30 pm

2 stops32h 30m

$1,019

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Sun 6/21

11:20 am-10:39 pm

2 stops19h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 7/10

1:25 pm-7:45 am

2 stops34h 20m

$1,095

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Wed 7/15

11:55 am-10:11 am

2 stops30h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/2

7:55 am-12:15 pm

2 stops20h 20m

$1,102

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Thu 10/1

1:35 pm-7:15 am

1 stop25h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/15

7:55 am-1:55 pm

2 stops22h 00m

$1,108

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Sun 6/28

7:20 am-7:37 pm

2 stops20h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 7/19

7:15 am-8:15 am

1 stop17h 00m

$1,133
Quickest round-trip

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Mon 8/24

10:10 am-8:19 pm

1 stop18h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/13

12:44 pm-11:30 am

1 stop14h 46m

$1,135

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Thu 7/30

2:35 pm-10:39 pm

2 stops40h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/15

7:55 am-10:25 am

2 stops18h 30m

$1,226
Cheapest one-way

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Wed 6/10

11:50 am-4:20 pm

1 stop36h 30m

$543

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Wed 6/3

2:20 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop34h 00m

$543

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Sun 6/7

7:00 am-5:00 pm

2 stops18h 00m

$577

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

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Estimated round-trip price
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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?

The best time to book flights from Zurich to San José is 39 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 $1,019). Flying from Zurich to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,463). 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 May 6, 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.

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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 May 6, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown SWISS and Air France 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.

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

CFJ,Mar 2026

ZRH - VCE

Swiss International Airlines is heading towards becoming a budget carrier. The seats are in comfortable and have absolutely no recline. The crew are friendly, but offer a few services. At least they all line is usually punctual.

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

CFJ,Mar 2026

ZRH - VCE

Swiss International Airlines is heading towards becoming a budget carrier. The seats are in comfortable and have absolutely no recline. The crew are friendly, but offer a few services. At least they all line is usually punctual.

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

CFJ,Mar 2026

ZRH - VCE

Swiss International Airlines is heading towards becoming a budget carrier. The seats are in comfortable and have absolutely no recline. The crew are friendly, but offer a few services. At least they all line is usually punctual.

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 17m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,133. There are 5835 mi between Zurich and San José.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Zurich to San José is Air France. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $824 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is SWISS, starting at $1,018. Air France is priced at 30% 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 (67%), SWISS (67%) or Lufthansa (67%) 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 $1,019). Flying from Zurich to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,463). 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 May 6, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest$824Average$1,200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
SWISSCheapest$1,018Average$1,289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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