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Cheap flights to San José, Costa Rica from C$ 242

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 11/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — SJO
13 May — 20 May1
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Flights to San José, Costa Rica in 2024

Find the latest flights to San José in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 441,849 searches and data was last updated on 8 May 2024.

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December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

C$ 630

Round-trip from

C$ 444

One-way from

C$ 242
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From Toronto to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
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One-way flight from Toronto to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO)
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Cheap flights to San José, Costa Rica in May & June 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to San José in May and June 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 441,849 searches and data was last updated on 8 May 2024.
The below flights offer some of the lowest fares to San José in May and June 2024. Check back soon for alternative prices as deals update often.
Wed 5/65:15 p.m.YYZ - SJO
Nonstop8h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/612:59 a.m.SJO - YYZ
1 stop11h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 446
Fri 24/57:40 p.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/612:59 a.m.SJO - YYZ
1 stop11h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 456
Wed 29/56:30 a.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop19h 34mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/612:59 a.m.SJO - YYZ
1 stop11h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 462
Wed 5/65:15 p.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop8h 00mAvianca
Wed 12/65:10 a.m.SJO - YYZ
1 stop8h 00mAvianca
Deal found 6/5C$ 464
Thu 6/65:15 p.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop8h 00mAvianca
Wed 12/65:10 a.m.SJO - YYZ
1 stop8h 00mAvianca
Deal found 7/5C$ 468
Wed 29/56:30 a.m.YYZ - SJO
2 stops28h 51mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/612:32 p.m.SJO - YYZ
3 stops29h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 472
Fri 24/57:40 p.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/612:32 p.m.SJO - YYZ
1 stop23h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 474
Wed 29/56:30 a.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop19h 34mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/612:32 p.m.SJO - YYZ
1 stop23h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 479
Wed 5/65:15 p.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop8h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/612:59 a.m.SJO - YYZ
1 stop11h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 481

San José, Costa Rica 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for San José, Costa Rica in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 441,849 searches and data were last updated on 8 May 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to San José in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Wed 5/65:15 p.m.YYZ - SJO
Nonstop8h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/612:59 a.m.SJO - YYZ
1 stop11h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 446
Fri 24/57:40 p.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/612:59 a.m.SJO - YYZ
1 stop11h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 456
Wed 29/56:30 a.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop19h 34mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/612:59 a.m.SJO - YYZ
1 stop11h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 462
Wed 5/65:15 p.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop8h 00mAvianca
Wed 12/65:10 a.m.SJO - YYZ
1 stop8h 00mAvianca
Deal found 6/5C$ 464
Thu 6/65:15 p.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop8h 00mAvianca
Wed 12/65:10 a.m.SJO - YYZ
1 stop8h 00mAvianca
Deal found 7/5C$ 468
Wed 29/56:30 a.m.YYZ - SJO
2 stops28h 51mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/612:32 p.m.SJO - YYZ
3 stops29h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 472
Fri 24/57:40 p.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/612:32 p.m.SJO - YYZ
1 stop23h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 474
Wed 29/56:30 a.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop19h 34mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/612:32 p.m.SJO - YYZ
1 stop23h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 479
Wed 5/65:15 p.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop8h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/612:59 a.m.SJO - YYZ
1 stop11h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 481

Flights to San José, Costa Rica departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to San José, Costa Rica, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 441,849 searches and data was last updated on 8 May 2024.
If you're looking for a last-minute flight to San José, consider booking one of these fares. Make sure the flight you book matches the day, time, and destination you're looking for.
Tue 14/56:30 a.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop19h 34mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/512:32 p.m.SJO - YYZ
2 stops29h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 500
Sat 18/57:00 a.m.YYZ - SJO
2 stops29h 03mUnited Airlines
Sat 25/511:05 a.m.SJO - YYZ
2 stops20h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5C$ 531
Tue 14/55:15 p.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/512:32 p.m.SJO - YYZ
3 stops29h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 534
Wed 15/56:30 a.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop31h 02mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/512:59 a.m.SJO - YYZ
2 stops16h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 538
Tue 14/57:45 a.m.YYZ - SJO
2 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/512:32 p.m.SJO - YYZ
3 stops29h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 544
Tue 14/56:30 a.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop19h 34mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/512:32 p.m.SJO - YYZ
1 stop23h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 549
Thu 16/56:10 a.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop8h 16mUnited Airlines
Fri 17/51:30 p.m.SJO - YYZ
2 stops29h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 552
Mon 13/55:15 p.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop8h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/512:32 p.m.SJO - YYZ
2 stops29h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 555
Fri 17/57:40 p.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/512:59 a.m.SJO - YYZ
2 stops16h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 557

One-way flights to San José, Costa Rica

Explore one-way flight options to San José, Costa Rica for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 441,849 searches and data was last updated on 8 May 2024.
If you're looking for options on one-way flights to San José, check out these fares. Those seeking round-trip flights to San José should utilize the search form at the top of the page.
Tue 11/66:30 a.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop19h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 242
Tue 11/66:30 a.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop19h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5C$ 244
Tue 11/66:30 a.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop19h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 245
Mon 3/65:15 p.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop8h 00mAvianca
Deal found 6/5C$ 252
Wed 12/65:15 p.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop8h 00mAvianca
Deal found 8/5C$ 253
Sat 15/65:15 p.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop8h 00mAvianca
Deal found 7/5C$ 255
Wed 12/65:15 p.m.YYZ - SJO
Nonstop8h 00mAvianca
Deal found 8/5C$ 260
Wed 12/65:15 p.m.YYZ - SJO
Nonstop8h 00mAvianca
Deal found 8/5C$ 263
Mon 10/66:30 a.m.YYZ - SJO
2 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 264

Direct flights to San José, Costa Rica

Thu 30/55:25 p.m.YYZ - SJO
Nonstop5h 25mAir Canada
Wed 12/69:45 a.m.SJO - YYZ
Nonstop5h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 8/5C$ 524
Tue 4/65:25 p.m.YYZ - SJO
Nonstop5h 25mAir Canada
Wed 5/69:45 a.m.SJO - YYZ
Nonstop5h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 7/5C$ 526
Thu 30/55:25 p.m.YYZ - SJO
Nonstop5h 25mAir Canada
Sun 9/69:45 a.m.SJO - YYZ
Nonstop5h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 8/5C$ 552
Tue 4/65:25 p.m.YYZ - SJO
Nonstop5h 25mAir Canada
Sun 9/69:45 a.m.SJO - YYZ
Nonstop5h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 7/5C$ 553
Sat 25/55:25 p.m.YYZ - SJO
Nonstop5h 25mAir Canada
Sun 9/69:45 a.m.SJO - YYZ
Nonstop5h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 8/5C$ 579
Sat 1/65:25 p.m.YYZ - SJO
Nonstop5h 25mAir Canada
Sun 9/69:45 a.m.SJO - YYZ
Nonstop5h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 7/5C$ 581
Wed 29/55:15 p.m.YYZ - SJO
Nonstop8h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/69:45 a.m.SJO - YYZ
Nonstop5h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5C$ 626
Thu 13/65:25 p.m.YYZ - SJO
Nonstop5h 25mAir Canada
Sun 16/69:45 a.m.SJO - YYZ
Nonstop5h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 7/5C$ 693
Sat 15/65:25 p.m.YYZ - SJO
Nonstop5h 25mAir Canada
Sun 16/69:45 a.m.SJO - YYZ
Nonstop5h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 7/5C$ 719

Average price of flights to San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to San José is currently C$ 253 while a round-trip flight costs C$ 483. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to San José (average of C$ 509). Flying to San José in February will prove the most costly (average of C$ 655). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

C$ 804

February

C$ 897

March

C$ 872

April

C$ 698

May

C$ 697

June

C$ 749

July

C$ 887

August

C$ 856

September

C$ 723

October

C$ 774

November

C$ 756

December

C$ 800

Temperature and rainfall in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SJO

Temperature

18 - 21 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to San José?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight to San José. Price data was last updated on 3 May 2024.
The price you pay for your flight to San José may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 45 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to San José?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip to San José. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to San José should consider flying on Friday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Tuesday at noon, when prices are usually at their highest.
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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 8 May 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines servicing San José, such as Avianca, American Airlines and United Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,141 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

I would have liked flying out of the airport I chose not a different airport. My flight was moved to San Jose

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,141 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,141 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

I would have liked flying out of the airport I chose not a different airport. My flight was moved to San Jose

Delta
8.1
Very good
10,789 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,141 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

I would have liked flying out of the airport I chose not a different airport. My flight was moved to San Jose

SWISS
7.8
Good
2,013 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,141 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

I would have liked flying out of the airport I chose not a different airport. My flight was moved to San Jose

Aeromexico
7.6
Good
2,565 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,141 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

I would have liked flying out of the airport I chose not a different airport. My flight was moved to San Jose

Avianca
7.5
Good
3,830 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,141 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

I would have liked flying out of the airport I chose not a different airport. My flight was moved to San Jose

  • What does SJO mean?

    SJO is a unique code, commonly called an IATA code, used in the aviation industry to identify airports. This code, along with many others, are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association). A SJO flight refers to a flight to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San José?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO), located 14.1 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to San José. 16 airlines have flights to Juan Santamaria Intl from Toronto on a daily basis. Booking flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 2 flights from Toronto per day.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to San José if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to San José on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to San José?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Arajet is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to San José.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in San José?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in San José. One-way flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport typically cost C$ 71, while round-trip flights cost around C$ 230.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to San José?

    A round-trip flight to San José will typically cost around C$ 168, however they can be found for as little as C$ 168.

  • Where does the fastest flight to San José depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to San José, Toronto offers the quickest one-way flight (5 hours 10 minutes).

  • Does San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    Yes. San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Around Juan Santa María is the closest property to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (0.0 km away from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport).

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