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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport? If you want to travel to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport next month, round-trip fares start from $203. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

San Jose.$202 per passenger.Departing Mon, Mar 30, returning Fri, Apr 3.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Fort Lauderdale International on Mon, Mar 30, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Fri, Apr 3, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $202, select.

San Jose.$203 per passenger.Departing Fri, Apr 10, returning Fri, Apr 17.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Fort Lauderdale International on Fri, Apr 10, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Fri, Apr 17, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $203, select.

San Jose.$205 per passenger.Departing Sun, Apr 26, returning Mon, May 4.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Fort Lauderdale International on Sun, Apr 26, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Mon, May 4, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $205, select.

San Jose.$205 per passenger.Departing Sun, May 3, returning Mon, May 4.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Fort Lauderdale International on Sun, May 3, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Mon, May 4, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $205, select.

San Jose.$205 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jun 12, returning Mon, Jun 15.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Fort Lauderdale International on Fri, Jun 12, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Mon, Jun 15, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $205, select.

San Jose.$207 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jun 19, returning Fri, Jul 3.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Fort Lauderdale International on Fri, Jun 19, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Fri, Jul 3, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $207, select.

San Jose.$208 per passenger.Departing Mon, May 18, returning Thu, Jun 4.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Fort Lauderdale International on Mon, May 18, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Thu, Jun 4, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $208, select.

San Jose.$219 per passenger.Departing Wed, Aug 19, returning Wed, Aug 26.Round-trip flight with Volaris Costa Rica.Outbound direct flight with Volaris Costa Rica departing from Orlando International on Wed, Aug 19, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound direct flight with Volaris Costa Rica departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Wed, Aug 26, arriving in Orlando International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $219, select.

San Jose.$229 per passenger.Departing Mon, Oct 12, returning Fri, Oct 16.Round-trip flight with Volaris Costa Rica.Outbound direct flight with Volaris Costa Rica departing from Orlando International on Mon, Oct 12, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound direct flight with Volaris Costa Rica departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Fri, Oct 16, arriving in Orlando International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $229, select.

San Jose.$236 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jul 31, returning Tue, Aug 4.Round-trip flight with Volaris Costa Rica.Outbound direct flight with Volaris Costa Rica departing from Orlando International on Fri, Jul 31, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound direct flight with Volaris Costa Rica departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Tue, Aug 4, arriving in Orlando International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $236, select.

San Jose.$266 per passenger.Departing Fri, Aug 28, returning Wed, Sep 2.Round-trip flight with Volaris Costa Rica.Outbound direct flight with Volaris Costa Rica departing from Orlando International on Fri, Aug 28, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound direct flight with Volaris Costa Rica departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Wed, Sep 2, arriving in Orlando International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $266, select.

San Jose.$277 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jul 23, returning Sun, Jul 26.Round-trip flight with Volaris Costa Rica and Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Volaris Costa Rica departing from Orlando International on Thu, Jul 23, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Sun, Jul 26, arriving in Orlando International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $277, select.

San Jose.$282 per passenger.Departing Thu, Sep 3, returning Mon, Sep 7.Round-trip flight with Volaris Costa Rica and Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris Costa Rica, departing from Orlando International on Thu, Sep 3, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Mon, Sep 7, arriving in Orlando International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $282, select.

San Jose.$284 per passenger.Departing Fri, Nov 13, returning Fri, Nov 20.Round-trip flight with Volaris Costa Rica.Outbound direct flight with Volaris Costa Rica departing from Orlando International on Fri, Nov 13, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound direct flight with Volaris Costa Rica departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Fri, Nov 20, arriving in Orlando International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $284, select.

San Jose.$285 per passenger.Departing Sat, Mar 28, returning Sun, Mar 29.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines and jetBlue.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Fort Lauderdale International on Sat, Mar 28, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound direct flight with jetBlue departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Sun, Mar 29, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $285, select.

San Jose.$287 per passenger.Departing Wed, Sep 2, returning Tue, Sep 8.Round-trip flight with Volaris Costa Rica.Outbound direct flight with Volaris Costa Rica departing from Orlando International on Wed, Sep 2, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound direct flight with Volaris Costa Rica departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Tue, Sep 8, arriving in Orlando International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $287, select.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight to San Jose Juan Santamaria?

The average flight time to San Jose Juan Santamaria is 4 hours and 51 minutes. We've calculated this based on journeys from Washington, D.C..

Which airlines offer direct flights to San Jose Juan Santamaria?

American Airlines, United, Iberia, Air Canada, jetBlue, Qatar Airways, KLM and Southwest Airlines all fly non-stop to San Jose Juan Santamaria.

When is the cheapest time to fly to San Jose Juan Santamaria?

The cheapest month to fly to San Jose Juan Santamaria is usually March.

How can I find the best flight deal to San Jose Juan Santamaria?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Jose Juan Santamaria but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

Can I get a direct flight to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 29 minutes.

How much are round-trip flights to San Jose Juan Santamaria?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight to San Jose Juan Santamaria is $202. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport is Monday, March 30, 2026.

When is the best time to book flights to San Jose?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Jose is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with to San Jose?

Currently, Spirit Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Jose Juan Santamaria.

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How to find cheap flights to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

$202 is currently the cheapest price for a return flight to Juan Santamaria International Airport. For a one-way plane ticket to SJO, the lowest fare is $66.
Never miss out on a deal by setting up a Price Alert for tickets to SJO. We'll stay on top of it for you, sending updates when fares drop.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to lock in the best price on tickets to San Jose, where Juan Santamaria International Airport is located, if you book as early as possible. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Click on 'Add nearby airports' when searching to increase your chances of landing cheap flights to San Jose. Doing this will give you more options for where to start and end your trip, as well as different fares.
Consider taking a flight with a stop since indirect routes are often cheaper. Just uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your plane tickets to Juan Santamaria International Airport.

Best time to go to San Jose

The cheapest month to jump on a flight to San Jose is usually May.
If you have flexible travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for flights to SJO.
If you'd like to experience San Jose at its busiest, lock in your flights to SJO for July. Being on vacation during high seasons generally means there's more to see and do than at other times.
The quietest time of the year to go is May. Lock in your plane tickets to San Jose then and explore the top attractions at a more leisurely pace.
Check the weather before traveling. March brings the warmest days in San Jose, averaging between 54ºF and 84ºF.
Temperatures are lowest in January, when they range from 54ºF to 79ºF.
January gives you the best chance of sunshine. With three days of rain on average, this is the driest month in San Jose.
September brings the wettest conditions. You can expect around 28 days of rainfall if you visit during this time.

Flying to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): What you need to know

Offering direct flights to Juan Santamaria International Airport, these top airlines make getting to San Jose a breeze:
LATAM Airlines is the most dependable carrier. Up to 92% of its flights into this airport touch down as scheduled, making it a smart pick when booking your SJO plane ticket.
SJO is in the UTC-6 timezone.
Eager to get some sleep after your flight to SJO? These hotels near Juan Santamaria International Airport offer the ideal place to relax and unwind:
Start your San Jose break sooner by booking a car rental in SJO. NextCar, Europcar and Dollar are some of the top names to pick from here.
If you have a connecting flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport or traveling home from there, your journey is likely to stay on schedule. Up to 80% of all flights out of SJO arrive at their destination without delays.
Juan Santamaria International Airport is located in San Jose, San José Province, Costa Rica.

Getting to central San Jose from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

The distance from SJO to central San Jose is about 11 miles.
You'll reach the center in around 20 minutes if you're taking a cab or a ride-share after your flight to SJO.
The ride on public transport takes about 2 hours 20 minutes.
Your hotel should feel like part of the trip, not just a place to sleep. Here are a few favorites that travelers keep coming back to in San Jose:

San Jose highlights

Jump off your flight to San Jose and go straight to these must-see attractions:
- National Park (Parque Nacional): An ideal place to kick off your sightseeing, this landmark is around 1 mile north-east of the city center.
- Central Park (Parque Central): Need another great reason to visit San Jose? This landmark brings in the crowds and is about 0.4 miles north-east of the city center.

How to get to Alajuela from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

SJO is a gateway to the nearby city of Alajuela, which is about 2 miles away. The best way to reach the center will depend on the time of day, so check your options first.

Traveling from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Paraíso

Paraíso is another city that's easy to get to from Juan Santamaria International Airport. It's around 25 miles away.
Going there by car will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

Explore more of Costa Rica

In the mood to keep exploring? Limon will keep things interesting on your trip through Costa Rica. It's about 80 miles east of San Jose and features Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.
Alajuela is another standout destination in Costa Rica and is roughly 2 miles north-west of San Jose. Hit some of the best spots right away at Doka Estate Costa Rica Coffee Tour & Plantation, Botanical Orchid Garden and Fraijanes forests.
Add one more stop to the mix with Liberia, which is roughly 95 miles north-west of San Jose. Ponderosa Adventure Park, Ecologico Park and Museo de Guanacaste are reasons to visit. You can reach this city by flying to Liberia Airport (LIR).