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$691+ 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 11/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — SJO
Jul 16 — Jul 231
Thu 7/16
Thu 7/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Zurich to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 4 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Saturday

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Cheapest flights from Zurich to San José
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 12/277:05 am
ZRH
-
SJO
2 stops22h 27m
United Airlines
Fri 1/159:40 am
SJO
-
ZRH
1 stop22h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,097
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 12/277:05 am
ZRH
-
SJO
2 stops20h 34m
United Airlines
Sun 1/319:05 am
SJO
-
ZRH
1 stop16h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,098
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 12/27:05 am
ZRH
-
SJO
2 stops20h 34m
United Airlines
Thu 12/319:05 am
SJO
-
ZRH
1 stop16h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/13$1,100
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 12/277:05 am
ZRH
-
SJO
2 stops22h 27m
United Airlines
Mon 1/119:05 am
SJO
-
ZRH
1 stop16h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/15$1,101
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 8/910:30 am
ZRH
-
SJO
2 stops20h 09m
United Airlines
Mon 9/712:44 pm
SJO
-
ZRH
2 stops39h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/16$1,103
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/711:20 am
ZRH
-
SJO
2 stops19h 19m
United Airlines
Fri 7/3112:44 pm
SJO
-
ZRH
1 stop35h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,104
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 12/2611:45 am
ZRH
-
SJO
1 stop32h 10m
United Airlines
Sat 1/169:05 am
SJO
-
ZRH
2 stops19h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/15$1,105
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2611:45 am
ZRH
-
SJO
1 stop32h 10m
United Airlines
Sat 1/99:05 am
SJO
-
ZRH
2 stops19h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,106
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Fri 7/101:10 pm
ZRH
-
SJO
2 stops38h 27m
United Airlines
Mon 8/37:55 am
SJO
-
ZRH
2 stops19h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,107
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 7/215:25 pm
ZRH
-
SJO
1 stop26h 13m
United Airlines
Mon 8/247:15 am
SJO
-
ZRH
2 stops20h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/14$1,109
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/99:50 am
ZRH
-
SJO
2 stops20h 49m
United Airlines
Sat 8/17:15 am
SJO
-
ZRH
1 stop17h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,110
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 12/2611:45 am
ZRH
-
SJO
1 stop32h 10m
United Airlines
Sun 1/246:40 am
SJO
-
ZRH
1 stop25h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,111

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 June 16, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,100
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$691
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,115
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 June 16, 2026.
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

Sun 8/9

10:30 am-10:39 pm

2 stops20h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/7

12:44 pm-11:45 am

2 stops39h 01m

$1,103
Quickest round-trip

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Sat 12/12

10:20 am-7:53 pm

1 stop16h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/31

9:05 am-8:40 am

1 stop16h 35m

$1,115

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Mon 11/30

11:45 am-1:15 pm

2 stops32h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/21

2:00 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops19h 45m

$1,115

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Tue 12/1

11:45 am-12:42 pm

2 stops31h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/17

12:35 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops23h 25m

$1,118

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Thu 7/30

9:50 am-10:11 am

2 stops32h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/20

7:15 am-11:30 am

1 stop20h 15m

$1,119

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Sat 7/4

10:10 am-10:11 am

2 stops32h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/25

7:15 am-5:25 pm

2 stops26h 10m

$1,125

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Sun 8/9

9:25 am-10:39 pm

2 stops21h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/19

7:55 am-11:45 am

2 stops19h 50m

$1,128

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Wed 7/8

10:10 am-11:38 am

1 stop33h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/28

8:45 am-3:50 pm

1 stop23h 05m

$1,143
Cheapest one-way

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Sun 11/15

6:50 am-5:30 pm

1 stop17h 40m

$758
Quickest one-way

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Tue 10/6

9:20 am-4:20 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$759

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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 3 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to San José (average of $1,068). Flying from Zurich to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,511). 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 June 16, 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 June 16, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown SWISS 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
7.5
Good
1,969 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

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.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,969 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,969 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

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 09m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,103. There are 5835 mi between Zurich and San José.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Zurich to San José round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Zurich to San José is SWISS. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,090 on this airline. SWISS is priced at 11% 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 (82%), SWISS (82%) or Lufthansa (82%) 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to San José (average of $1,068). Flying from Zurich to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,511). 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 airline flying from Zurich to San José

Discover the top airline 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 June 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$1,090Average$1,357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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