£128 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to San José (SJO)

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to San José (SJO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £128 for one-way flights and £270 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Copa
Alaska Airlines
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Air Canada

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to San José (SJO)

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From £270 - £436 per traveller.

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Flight from San Francisco to San José route information
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, Copa, JetBlue Airways, avianca
Return price
£269
Distance
4865 km
Average flight time
5 hours 35 mins

Compare flights from San Francisco to San José easily and book with confidence

For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from San Francisco to San José. Operating between them flights per day, 20 airlines cover the route. And fly direct, getting you to Juan Santamaría Intl. in just hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from San Francisco Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl..  

To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights. 

Grab a great deal on your flight from San Francisco Intl. (SFO) to Juan Santamaría Intl. (SJO)

The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from San Francisco to San José today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from San Francisco Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl. start at just £270 and range up to £499.  

To find an even better deal, try  

  • being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper
  • looking for other airports near San Francisco and San José
  • booking your flight during October, the cheapest month on this route
  • varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper 

Why you should book your San Francisco to San José flight with Expedia!

We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from San Francisco Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl. for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.  

Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.  

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Pack your bags, because round-trip journeys from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) start from £270. That's based on airfares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices can change quickly, so book now to secure the best deal. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport?
Each air carrier has its own terms and conditions. If you decide to cancel your getaway, head to our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from San Francisco Airport to SJO that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for SFO to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to SJO?
You'll have 4,900 kilometres to cover on the long-haul San Francisco to San Jose route. Dress in layers of comfy clothes and consider taking a pair of noise-cancelling headphones.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport?
Flying directly between SFO and Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) isn't possible at present. However, you'll still be able to book a flight to San Jose with at least one stop.
Are SFO to SJO flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight tickets from SFO to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport are available up to a year before departure on Expedia. And although you may nab a fantastic last-minute deal, it's not something you should count on. Also, booking your flights ahead of time means you'll have more choices — and you can avoid being wedged in the dreaded middle seat! We regularly update our fares to bring you the best bargains, so check back often for all the latest specials.

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