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Cheapest return flight
£675
Typical prices: £734-£1,035
British Airways
Mon 26/11Sun 9/12
GVA - SJO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£590
Typical prices: £542-£839
KLM
Mon 23/4
GVA - SJO • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Geneva and San José. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
6 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 11% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 16% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg £731 (return)
Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
Shortest trip • 14h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Geneva to San José (GVA-SJO)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Geneva to San José

Thu, 26 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec
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17:45 - 16:40GVA  Geneva Geneve-Cointrin-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
29h 55m1 stop London Heathrow
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18:40 - 18:55SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-GVA Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
17h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
£675British Airways
Fri, 27 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec
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06:45 - 20:57GVA  Geneva Geneve-Cointrin-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
21h 12m2 stops London Heathrow Miami
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18:40 - 18:55SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-GVA Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
17h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
£698British Airways
Sat, 14 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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16:20 - 20:50GVA  Geneva Geneve-Cointrin-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
35h 30m2 stops London Heathrow Miami
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18:40 - 18:55SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-GVA Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
17h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
£700British Airways
Thu, 26 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec
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06:45 - 20:57GVA  Geneva Geneve-Cointrin-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
45h 12m2 stops London Heathrow Miami
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18:40 - 17:55SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-GVA Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
16h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
£701British Airways
Sat, 28 Nov - Sun, 13 Dec
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06:50 - 19:53GVA  Geneva Geneve-Cointrin-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
20h 03m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Newark
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23:28 - 07:25SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-GVA Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
24h 57m1 stop Newark
£714United Airlines
Sat, 28 Nov - Sat, 12 Dec
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08:45 - 19:53GVA  Geneva Geneve-Cointrin-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
18h 08m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Newark
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23:28 - 07:35SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-GVA Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
25h 07m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
£715United Airlines
Sun, 14 Feb - Sat, 27 Feb
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07:40 - 12:15GVA  Geneva Geneve-Cointrin-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
35h 35m2 stops Zurich Chicago O'Hare Intl
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14:15 - 07:25SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-GVA Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
34h 10m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
£716United Airlines
Sat, 28 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec
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08:45 - 19:53GVA  Geneva Geneve-Cointrin-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
18h 08m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Newark
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13:55 - 07:35SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-GVA Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
34h 40m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
£716United Airlines
Sun, 21 Feb - Mon, 15 Mar
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09:15 - 13:22GVA  Geneva Geneve-Cointrin-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
35h 07m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Houston George Bush Intcntl
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22:28 - 07:25SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-GVA Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
25h 57m1 stop Newark
£717United Airlines
Mon, 22 Feb - Tue, 9 Mar
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13:00 - 11:30GVA  Geneva Geneve-Cointrin-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
29h 30m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Newark
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09:05 - 18:50SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-GVA Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
26h 45m2 stops Newark Zurich
£718United Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Geneva to San José flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Geneva to San José?

Return flights from Geneva to San José typically range from £734 to £1,035. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £675 on British Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Geneva to San José?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Geneva to San José. It's 6% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Geneva to San José?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Geneva to San José at £719 return.
•August (£1,035) and July (£1,007) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 43% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Geneva to San José the cheapest?

Flights from Geneva to San José are cheapest 6 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 11% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Geneva to San José flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

£590
Beat the crowds with an average 51% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 69% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Geneva to San José

When to book flights from Geneva to San José

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Geneva to San José based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Geneva to San José flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Geneva to San José?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Geneva to San José:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Geneva to San José?

    A direct flight from Geneva to San José takes 00m, covering 5,732 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Geneva to San José?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Geneva to San José flight?

    Return flights from Geneva to San José range from £734 to £1,035, with an average of £858 over the past 12 months. Anything below £734 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Geneva to San José flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 4% above the £858 route average. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Geneva to San José looking right now?

    One-way fares from Geneva to San José are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £644, which is 13% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO)?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging £23 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Priceless
    • Avis
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Payless

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Geneva to San José?

    Flights from Geneva to San José usually depart from Geneva Geneve-Cointrin (GVA) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Geneva to San José pass through?

    One-stop flights from Geneva to San José most commonly connect through:

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 36% of one-stop connections
    • Madrid Barajas (MAD) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Geneva to San José?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Geneva to San José. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at £812 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £950, a difference of £139.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Geneva to San José?

    Flying via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 24m, compared to 14h 50m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 14h 52m via Zurich (ZRH).

  • What is the time difference between Geneva and San José?

    San José is 7 hours behind Geneva (Central Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in San José?

    Children's Museum is one of the most viewed places in San José on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Geneva to San José flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average £812, about £139 less than Monday fares (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 6 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 11% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Geneva to San José trip for February. Fares historically average £719 return in that month – typically £315 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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