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

Currently priced at $1,385, Lufthansa will fly you from San José, San José Province to Seoul and back. In addition to Lufthansa, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on United Airlines for as low as $1,488. These flights start at 17% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José, San José Province to Seoul?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José, San José Province to Seoul flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Seoul ranges from 1.1 - 10.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 10.0 in. December is typically the driest time to visit Seoul when rainfall is around 1.1 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Seoul, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San José, San José Province to Seoul?

Users have found that flying from San José, San José Province to Seoul on a Wednesday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Seoul?

To save up to 43% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 53 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from San José, San José Province to Seoul from $1,505 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $1,925 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San José, San José Province to Seoul?

October is one of the best times of the year to fly to Seoul from San José, San José Province. Prices for October average $1,674 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $1,313. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of July. Opting for a October flight can save you 28% on your journey compared to booking in July

What airport do you fly from for flights from San José to Seoul?

San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San José to Seoul. You should not have trouble finding flights to Seoul from Juan Santamaria Intl; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Seoul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights from the San José airport to Seoul. It is only a 8.8 mi journey to Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) from San José’s city center.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from San José to Seoul?

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

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

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Seoul are usually found in October or February, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

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Average price	$2,144

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Tue 8/192:37 pmSJO - ICN

3 stops32h 28mMultiple Airlines

Tue 8/261:40 pmICN - SJO

3 stops32h 48mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/28

$1,169

Wed 11/193:50 pmSJO - ICN

3 stops28h 25mLufthansa

Thu 12/41:05 pmICN - SJO

2 stops40h 45mLufthansa

Deal found 7/29

$1,295

Thu 8/145:30 amSJO - ICN

2 stops31h 50mUnited Airlines

Wed 9/311:30 amICN - SJO

2 stops23h 07mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$1,488

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Tue 8/192:37 pmSJO - ICN

3 stops32h 28mMultiple Airlines

Tue 8/261:40 pmICN - SJO

3 stops32h 48mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/28

$1,169

Wed 10/12:40 pmSJO - ICN

3 stops28h 15mLufthansa

Mon 10/2011:40 amICN - SJO

2 stops64h 30mLufthansa

Deal found 7/28

$1,385

Thu 8/148:45 amSJO - ICN

1 stop28h 35mUnited Airlines

Wed 9/34:50 pmICN - SJO

1 stop29h 25mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$1,488

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Mon 8/48:45 amSJO - ICN

1 stop28h 35mUnited Airlines

Mon 8/114:50 pmICN - SJO

1 stop29h 25mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$1,714

Mon 8/44:10 pmSJO - ICN

2 stops33h 55mQatar Airways

Sun 8/101:20 amICN - SJO

2 stops52h 15mQatar Airways

Deal found 7/29

$2,937

Mon 8/42:05 pmSJO - ICN

2 stops36h 35mMultiple Airlines

Mon 8/1111:20 pmICN - SJO

3 stops47h 14mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/29

$3,323

Thu 8/145:30 amSJO - ICN

2 stops31h 50mUnited Airlines

Wed 9/311:30 amICN - SJO

2 stops23h 07mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$1,488

Tue 8/192:37 pmSJO - ICN

3 stops32h 28mMultiple Airlines

Tue 8/261:40 pmICN - SJO

3 stops32h 48mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/28

$1,169

Tue 8/197:25 amSJO - ICN

2 stops42h 40mQatar Airways

Mon 8/251:20 amICN - SJO

2 stops55h 55mQatar Airways

Deal found 7/28

$2,282

Tue 8/1910:10 amSJO - ICN

3 stops55h 30mTurkish Airlines

Tue 8/2611:20 pmICN - SJO

3 stops37h 31mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 7/26

$2,301

One-way flights from San José to Seoul
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Wed 10/152:42 pmSJO - ICN

3 stops29h 18mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/28

$838

Mon 9/158:37 amSJO - ICN

1 stop28h 43mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/29

$1,210

Mon 9/1510:10 amSJO - ICN

3 stops40h 30mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 7/29

$1,439

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséIncheon

SJO - ICN

SJOICN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/19

2:37 pm-2:05 pm

3 stops32h 28m

Incheon Intl

Tue 8/26

1:40 pm-7:28 am

3 stops32h 48m

$1,169

San JoséIncheon

SJO - ICN

SJOICN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/1

2:40 pm-9:55 am

3 stops28h 15m

Incheon Intl

Mon 10/20

11:40 am-1:10 pm

2 stops64h 30m

$1,385

San JoséIncheon

SJO - ICN

SJOICN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/14

8:45 am-4:20 am

1 stop28h 35m

Incheon Intl

Wed 9/3

4:50 pm-7:15 am

1 stop29h 25m

$1,488

San JoséIncheon

SJO - ICN

SJOICN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/15

2:42 pm-11:00 am

3 stops29h 18m

$838

San JoséIncheon

SJO - ICN

SJOICN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/15

8:37 am-4:20 am

1 stop28h 43m

$1,210

San JoséIncheon

SJO - ICN

SJOICN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/15

10:10 am-5:40 pm

3 stops40h 30m

$1,439

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Seoul?

The best time to book flights from San José, San José Province to Seoul is 78 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 San José, San José Province to Seoul?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Seoul (average of $998). Flying from San José, San José Province to Seoul in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,635). 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 SJO to SEL?

It’s optimal to fly from San José, San José Province to Seoul in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 20% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Seoul

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San José to Seoul, such as United Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and Lufthansa. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,899 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,899 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,899 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Turkish Airlines

7.3

Good

3,925 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,899 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Lufthansa

6.8

Okay

7,265 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,899 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly from for flights from San José to Seoul?
San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San José to Seoul. You should not have trouble finding flights to Seoul from Juan Santamaria Intl; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Seoul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights from the San José airport to Seoul. It is only a 8.8 mi journey to Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) from San José’s city center.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Seoul round-trip?
Currently priced at $1,385, Lufthansa will fly you from San José, San José Province to Seoul and back. In addition to Lufthansa, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on United Airlines for as low as $1,488. These flights start at 17% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
Can I find deals for flights from San José to Seoul that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on San José to Seoul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from San José to Seoul?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San José to Seoul.
Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to Seoul?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Seoul 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 San José, San José Province to Seoul?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Seoul (average of $998). Flying from San José, San José Province to Seoul in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,635). 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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Aeromexico	Cheapest$1,189	Average$1,533	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
United Airlines	Cheapest$1,339	Average$1,582	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

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