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Cheapest return flight
£308
Typical prices: £239-£339
Copa Airlines
Thu 29/11Wed 5/12
SJU - SJO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£143
Typical prices: £110-£185
Copa Airlines
Sun 25/11
SJU - SJO • 1 stop
Direct flights
There are currently no direct flights between San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport and San José. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 46% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 17% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg £260 (return)
Shortest trip • 6h 04m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Juan to San José (SJU-SJO)

 
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Recent return flight deals from San Juan to San José

Sun, 29 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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05:34 - 10:59SJU  San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 25m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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08:28 - 22:40SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SJU San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl
12h 12m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
£308Copa Airlines
Mon, 7 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
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18:13 - 09:04SJU  San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 51m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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17:53 - 16:08SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SJU San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl
20h 15m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
£316Copa Airlines
Sun, 2 May - Sun, 2 May
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06:13 - 10:00SJU  San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
5h 47m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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14:20 - 16:13SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SJU San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl
23h 53m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
£338Copa Airlines
Fri, 18 Dec - Wed, 23 Dec
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18:13 - 07:05SJU  San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 52m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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05:35 - 22:40SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SJU San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl
15h 05m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
£340Copa Airlines
Fri, 26 Feb - Sun, 7 Mar
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07:20 - 12:50SJU  San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 30m1 stop Orlando
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14:45 - 13:35SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SJU San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl
20h 50m2 stops Orlando Baltimore/Washington
£350Southwest
Fri, 15 Jan - Tue, 19 Jan
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07:45 - 21:49SJU  San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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07:00 - 00:58SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SJU San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl
15h 58m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson New York John F Kennedy Intl
£359Delta
Thu, 24 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec
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18:13 - 07:05SJU  San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 52m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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08:28 - 22:28SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SJU San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl
12h 00m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
£371Copa Airlines
Fri, 18 Dec - Sun, 10 Jan
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18:13 - 07:05SJU  San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 52m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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17:52 - 16:12SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SJU San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl
20h 20m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
£374Copa Airlines
Fri, 22 Jan - Tue, 26 Jan
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08:05 - 19:53SJU  San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
13h 48m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
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13:55 - 22:22SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SJU San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl
30h 27m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
£396United Airlines
Thu, 11 Feb - Tue, 16 Feb
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14:30 - 12:05SJU  San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
23h 35m2 stops Nashville Intl Baltimore/Washington
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13:50 - 00:40SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SJU San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl
8h 50m1 stop Orlando
£400Southwest
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Price, demand, and travel trends for San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José flights

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How much is a return flight from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José?

Return flights from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José typically range from £239 to £339. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £308 on Copa Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José. It's 6% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 11% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José at £229 return.
•July (£332) and November (£314) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 45% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José the cheapest?

Flights from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 46% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from San Juan to San José

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Expert on SJO

Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on SJU

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Key details for San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

£143
Beat the crowds with an average 41% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 41% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José

When to book flights from San Juan to San José

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Juan 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 San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José flight questions, answered

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

  • How long is a flight from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José?

    A direct flight from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José takes 00m, covering 1,349 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport 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 San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José flight?

    Return flights from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José range from £239 to £339, with an average of £277 over the past 12 months. Anything below £239 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 40% above the £277 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José?

    Avianca is the only airline operating San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José flights. 94% of its flights are on time.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José?

    The Airbus A320neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Avianca. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

  • Have flight prices from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £308 to £1,364. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £219, which is 53% above 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 San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José?

    Flights from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José usually depart from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl (SJU) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José route, 6% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 31m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José pass through?

    One-stop flights from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José most commonly connect through:

    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) – 79% of one-stop connections
    • Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) – 5% of one-stop connections
    • Miami (MIA) – 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £262 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £310, a difference of £48.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José?

    Flying via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 6h 04m, compared to 8h 28m via Miami (MIA) and 8h 32m via Orlando (MCO).

  • What is the time difference between San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport and San José?

    San José is 2 hours behind San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport (Central Time vs Atlantic 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 San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £262, about £48 less than Saturday fares (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 46% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to San José trip for March. Fares historically average £229 return in that month – typically £103 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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