How to find cheap flights to San Jose Airport (SJI)
Currently, $787 is the cheapest price for a one-way flight to San Jose Airport. Or you can book a return plane ticket to SJI for $1,332.
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We recommend booking about two months before you plan to depart. This is when you're likely to get the best prices for tickets to San Jose, where San Jose Airport is located.
Broaden your search for cheap flights to San Jose by clicking the 'Add nearby airports' box. This lets you browse fares for airports closest to your departure and destination points and could help you save.
If you aren't in a hurry to get to San Jose, think about taking a scenic route. You could find cheaper plane tickets to San Jose Airport by booking a flight with a stop or two.
Best time to go to San Jose
The cheapest month to get on a flight to San Jose is usually July.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool if your travel dates are flexible. Browse fares for the entire month and find a flight to SJI that suits your schedule and budget.
Head to San Jose in May if you want to go when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights to SJI, but also when fares are usually more expensive.
February is the quietest time of year to visit if you want a slower pace. You'll generally find cheaper prices on plane tickets to San Jose then.
With averages of between 75ºF and 90ºF, May is when San Jose is warmest. Organize your visit around your weather preferences to get the most out of your time here.
February sees the lowest temperatures, ranging from about 73ºF to 86ºF.
February gives you the best chance of sunshine. With five days of rain on average, this is the driest month in San Jose.
It rains the most during July, which gets around 27 days of wet weather.
Flying to San Jose Airport (SJI): What you need to know
Go straight to San Jose with Cebgo or Cebu Pacific. These popular airlines offer direct flights to San Jose Airport.
If you want to jet off with the carrier that leads the way for punctuality, book your SJI plane ticket with Cebgo. Up to 82% of its flights into this airport land when expected.
SJI is in the UTC+8 timezone.
Be curled up in bed not long after your flight to SJI. Choose one of these hotels close to San Jose Airport and you'll be fast asleep in no time:
If you have an onward flight from San Jose Airport or traveling home from there, your plans are more likely to stay on track. Up to 85% of all flights out of SJI arrive as planned.
Getting to central San Jose from San Jose Airport (SJI)
Central San Jose is about 2 miles from SJI.
If you're planning to catch a cab after your flight to SJI, it'll take around 10 minutes to reach the center.
Public transport will get you there in roughly 40 minutes.
A good hotel can make all the difference. Book a room at one of these guest-approved stays in San Jose:
San Jose highlights
These leading sights should be high on your must-do list after stepping off your flight to San Jose:
Crystal Blue Water: Around 1 mile south-east of the city center, this landmark is the perfect spot to start your sightseeing in the city.
Bubog Beach: Take a tour of this landmark next. Around 3 miles north-west of the city center, it's well worth visiting for the full San Jose experience.
How to get to Pinamalayan from San Jose Airport (SJI)
Setting out for the nearby city of Pinamalayan? It's about 100 miles from SJI. It'll take you around 3 hours 15 minutes to reach the center in a cab or ride-share.
Traveling from San Jose Airport (SJI) to Sablayan
Sablayan is another city that you can easily get to from San Jose Airport. It's about 40 miles away.
It takes 1 hour 25 minutes or so to drive to Sablayan.
Explore more of the Philippines
The Philippines has plenty more ways to surprise you. Carry on to Quezon City, located about 160 miles north of San Jose. Botanical Garden & Arboretum, Sky Garden and Christ the King should be on your must-see list.
Manila is another place that's too good to skip while you're in the Philippines. You'll find it around 150 miles north of San Jose. Martyrdom of Dr. Jose P. Rizal, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and Manila Cathedral rank among the top sights. You can arrive here through Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL).
Or head for Taguig, about 150 miles north of San Jose. Bonifacio Global City, Manila American Cemetery and Memorial and The Mind Museum are just the start of the reasons to visit.
