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This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San José to Frankfurt am Main departing on 7/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheapest round-trip
$957
Typical prices: $1,231-$1,000
KLM
Thu 9/17Tue 9/29
SJO - FRA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$986
Typical prices: $1,314-$1,150
Lufthansa
Sun 11/15Sun 12/6
SJO - FRA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Tue, Thu, Sat
You can fly direct with Lufthansa. Average duration is 11h 20m
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Cheapest • from $957 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 7.8 score
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Cheapest • Avg $974 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 13h 45m (one-way)
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Most punctual • 68% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 10% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from San José to Frankfurt am Main (SJO-FRA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San José to Frankfurt am Main that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San José to Frankfurt am Main

Thu, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 29
KLM Logo
1:25 pm - 8:55 am
SJO
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FRA
35h 30m
1 stop
KLM Logo
7:00 am - 4:20 pm
FRA
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SJO
17h 20m
1 stop
$957KLM
Wed, Sep 23 - Thu, Oct 8
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1:25 pm - 6:00 pm
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FRA
20h 35m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 4:20 pm
FRA
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SJO
17h 15m
2 stops
$959Multiple Airlines
Sat, Aug 8 - Tue, Aug 18
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7:05 pm - 10:05 pm
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FRA
19h 00m
1 stop
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7:05 am - 4:20 pm
FRA
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SJO
17h 15m
2 stops
$960Air France
Sat, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 27
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6:25 pm - 10:05 pm
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FRA
19h 40m
2 stops
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7:05 am - 5:30 pm
FRA
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SJO
17h 25m
2 stops
$962Air France
Mon, Jul 27 - Mon, Oct 26
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7:05 pm - 10:05 pm
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FRA
19h 00m
1 stop
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7:05 am - 5:30 pm
FRA
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SJO
17h 25m
2 stops
$963Air France
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 10
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4:15 pm - 8:05 pm
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FRA
20h 50m
2 stops
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6:05 pm - 8:50 am
FRA
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SJO
21h 45m
2 stops
$964Avianca
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 24
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7:00 am - 7:50 am
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FRA
17h 50m
1 stop
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10:15 am - 10:15 pm
FRA
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SJO
19h 00m
2 stops
$965KLM
Mon, Oct 12 - Sat, Oct 24
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1:23 pm - 5:45 pm
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FRA
20h 22m
2 stops
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7:05 am - 5:00 pm
FRA
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SJO
17h 55m
1 stop
$966Air France
Mon, Sep 14 - Sun, Sep 27
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1:25 pm - 6:00 pm
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FRA
20h 35m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 5:00 pm
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SJO
17h 55m
1 stop
$967Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 24
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1:25 pm - 6:00 pm
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FRA
20h 35m
2 stops
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10:15 am - 4:20 pm
FRA
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SJO
14h 05m
1 stop
$968KLM
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for San José to Frankfurt am Main flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San José to Frankfurt am Main to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from San José to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San José to Frankfurt am Main Airport departing in September.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Frankfurt am Main?

The average price of all round-trip flights from San José to Frankfurt am Main Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from San José to Frankfurt am Main, look for departures on Mondays and avoid leaving on a Saturday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Frankfurt am Main, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San José to Frankfurt am Main Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San José to Frankfurt am Main Airport is November, where tickets cost $896 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,234 and $1,229 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San José to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $1,075, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San José to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San José to Frankfurt am Main Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San José to Frankfurt am Main Airport, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 10% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 14 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from San José to Frankfurt am Main

 
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Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Expert on FRA

Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

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.

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Low seasonApril
Cheapest flight$425
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 3% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flight from San José to Frankfurt am Main

When to book flights from San José to Frankfurt am Main

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San José to Frankfurt am Main based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking San José to Frankfurt am Main flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from San José to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from San José to Frankfurt am Main Airport was $425 for a one-way ticket and $957 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San José and Frankfurt am Main?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in San José and on arrival in Frankfurt am Main.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San José to Frankfurt am Main?

    San José and Frankfurt am Main are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave San José from San José Juan Santamaria Intl and will be arriving at Frankfurt am Main.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San José to Frankfurt am Main?

    Lufthansa, Iberia, British Airways, Air France, and KLM offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San José to Frankfurt am Main flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San José to Frankfurt am Main?

    The Airbus A340-300 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San José to Frankfurt am Main flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San José to Frankfurt am Main?

    SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between San José and Frankfurt am Main, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San José to Frankfurt am Main?

    You can catch a nonstop flight from San José to Frankfurt am Main on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San José to Frankfurt am Main, KLM or Air France?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San José to Frankfurt am Main are KLM and Air France. With an average price for the route of $978 and an overall rating of 7.8, KLM is the most popular choice. Air France is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,150 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San José to Frankfurt am Main?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San José to Frankfurt am Main.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San José to Frankfurt am Main?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Frankfurt am Main from San José is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San José to Frankfurt am Main?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Frankfurt am Main with an airline and back to San José with another airline. Booking your flights between San José and FRA can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San José to Frankfurt am Main?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Frankfurt am Main from San José up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San José to Frankfurt am Main Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $659 or less one-way and $1,191 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from San José to Frankfurt am Main?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Frankfurt am Main.
Find which airlines fly direct from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Frankfurt am Main

Tuesday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Thursday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Saturday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

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Direct returns

Frankfurt am Main to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tuesday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Thursday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Saturday

Lufthansa

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from San José to Frankfurt am Main

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San José to Frankfurt am Main. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San José to Frankfurt am Main? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.8
KLMOverall score based on 1528 reviews
7.2Entertainment
7.7Comfort
7.3Food
8.4Crew
7.8Boarding
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As always, it’s a pleasure to travel with KLM. It is one of my favorite airlines.

10.0 ExcellentGeorge, May 2026
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As always, it’s a pleasure to travel with KLM. It is one of my favorite airlines.

Brand new plane lots of room the snack was very flavourful and enjoyable

There were no charge points for phones on the economy seats. The seats were comfortable overall. Food was okay.. flight was on time

The flight was delayed. The aircraft was unclean. Promised seat was not given due to change in Aircraft. Not one crew on ground was in a position to give any response. Amsterdam Airport is AVIODABLE Over crowded. Over Expensive. Poor Services.

The crew were unprofessional with a racist element. I was physically abused as well from one of the crew members

Crew is not the cheerful type. very slow meal service (this is their style as have flown this many times)

Empty seats next to me - wish it had been for a longer flight!!

I’m grateful for the KLM Air France shuttle bus service to Ottawa. However due to construction and other issues related to the chaotic Uber pickup system at YUL, it’s a challenge to find the Kelios bus service to Ottawa. The signs are not clear or even available. No staff to guide passengers. It’s a stressful experience.

Delay on my previous leg, had to run to catch my flight. But that happens. Overall ok.

They forgot to serve food and the crew was very unfriendly. Never experienced such a bad KLM flight. Usually fly from Toronto. New York was different.

The plane's pilots, including the captain himself, thanked me for the flight. I know it's just marketing, but it was really nice to see these people. It's a great idea. Airplane food is never "good," but the entire crew and flight organization were top-notch. I really liked Delta, and I think I've traveled all over the world, and that was something new for me. Maybe even the old planes, the B767, but next time I have a choice, Delta will be my first choice. Thank you, a satisfied passenger :)

Middle seats SUCK!!!! I paid more money than I should have because of your terrible site Kayak.com. I'll try to use your competitors going forward. I am so disappointed you would play off business class.com as business class seats

The boarding was efficient. The entertainment system was a bit unstable but Air France has a good selection of movies.

They lost my bag and I still haven’t received it yet

Not consistent with the food quality (I mean taste not freshness)

Safe and stable made me sleepy and I slept and dreamt 😂😂😂😂

Food was really mediocre for premium economy in comparison to other airlines… the crew was nowhere to be found… 14 hour flight…

I don’t like that an equipment change caused my seat to change from 23A to 44A. The boarding was also delayed. The crew were excellent, however and very attentive. The food was not bad.

Worst airlines either. First leg was delayed because of crew not available. My connection was missed so they booked me automatically the next day! But, impossible to get anyone on site, web site does not let me access my reservation anymore, confirmed by useless agents over the phone. My 2-leg trip with part in business class arriving at 4:10pm ends up in an awful 3-leg arriving at 9pm the next day with no way to even choose the seats and of course at the very end of the plane. I can understand problems arrive but the way Air France handle it is just unacceptable. You are on your own. Apparently getting you to your destination is the only thing they consider their duty. The customer experience and fatigue is none of their concern. And I have a status with them. I will reconsider my priorities when flying with Air France and encourage everyone to do the same.

Our flight crew were terrific. And they handle a difficult passenger with finesse.

Upgrade prices could be more attractive. Business class was "empty".

Overall, we were satisfied with the Lufthansa flights to and from Rome/Zurich. Issue was the Frankfurt airport connection. It is HORRIBLE, but has nothing to do with the flight. Flight was very comfortable. Food was just OK. Staff was great and able to relax during the flight. Would definitely fly again!

Boarding was very good, crew attentive and friendly, seat size comfy, screen size nice. However, the seatbelt segment with the buckle is extremely short, which made fastening the seatbelt very complicated. Moreover, the bluetooth pairing of the audio system didn't work. It was not possible to have proper audio. The flight info software didn't work, too.

We sat in our seats on the tarmac for almost 3 hours due to storms. They would not give us water or a snack. We were to depart at 7.30 pm and it was about 10.30 when we took off. No dinner until much after that. Beef type noodle dish was terrible with about a teaspoon of beef in it. The breakfast sweet waffle with egg and sausage inside was horrible. An English muffin sandwich would have been much better. Food was the worst in all of our years of traveling the world.

They messed up my seat so I didn’t get the one I paid for

Flight attendants were fine, seats a bit hard but I use a cushion for extra support. The only issue was it was a bit too cool and I needed to ask for and received and extra blanket. I survived!!!

Very few things and/or people are excellent. It was very good.

Extremely uncomfortable seats. Experience was like a Frontier Airlines flight. Would not fly it again.

Most things went well, but the legroom was lacking. The crew were great.

I was very happy to see that Lufthansa had direct flights from Frankfurt to Tampa. The pasta dinner was delicious, but the pizza wasn't that good. I suggest a selection of wurst and cheese with crackers or an egg wrap might be more refreshing.

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