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Among airlines operating Baltimore to San José flights:

• Southwest: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Only Southwest operates flights between Baltimore and San José.

Flights from Baltimore to San José usually depart from Baltimore/Washington (BWI) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

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

• Economy Class
• First Class

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $297 round-trip via Guatemala City La Aurora (GUA), compared to $794 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 variants.

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

• Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 32% of one-stop connections
• Orlando (MCO) - 18% of one-stop connections
• Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 12% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 12% of one-stop connections

Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 22% on the Baltimore to San José route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $410 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $521, a difference of $111. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Some of the most popular sights in San José are Parque Metropolitano La Sabana, Barrio Amón and Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica. These are among the most viewed places in San José on KAYAK.

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Baltimore to San José:

• Earliest: departs at 8:15 am and lands at 1:10 pm
• Latest: departs at 8:20 am and lands at 1:15 pm.

The flight takes about 4h 55m.

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 8% below the route average of $475. Booking late can sometimes save money on this route, but inventory is limited.

A nonstop flight from Baltimore to San José takes 4h 55m, covering 2,068 miles.

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.

One-way fares from Baltimore to San José are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $162, which is 27% below the typical average for this route.

Flying via Guatemala City La Aurora (GUA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 00m, compared with 7h 36m via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and 7h 44m via Orlando (MCO).

San José is 2 hours behind Baltimore (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:
· Budget
· Avis
· Priceless
· Routes Car & Truck Rentals
· Payless

Round-trip flights from Baltimore to San José range from $359 to $638, with an average of $475 over the past 12 months. Anything below $359 counts as a good deal.