Which airports can I use when flying from Bay City to San José?

Flights from Bay City to San José usually depart from Bay City MBS Intl (MBS) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Bay City to San José?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Bay City to San José.

Which airports do connecting flights from Bay City to San José pass through?

Most connecting flights from Bay City to San José pass through Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Bay City to San José?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 43% on flights from Bay City to San José. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $703 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,225, a difference of $522. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in San José?

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

Do I need a passport to fly from Bay City 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.

Have flight prices from Bay City to San José changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $559 to $4,065. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Bay City and San José?

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

What car rental options are available at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO)?

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: • Priceless • Avis • Budget • Routes Car & Truck Rentals • Payless

How much is a round-trip flight from Bay City to San José?

Round-trip flights from Bay City to San José typically range from $785 to $785. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $559, on United Airlines.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Bay City to San José?

United Airlines ($559) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Bay City to San José in the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Bay City to San José?

Flights via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $703. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Bay City to San José which airport offers the shortest layover?

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) had the shortest average connection time for Bay City to San José layovers at 5h over the past 3 months.

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Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11

9:15 am - 1:00 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

28h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

11:28 pm - 11:59 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

23h 31m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

$559United Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11

1:34 pm - 11:25 amMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

22h 51m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

11:28 pm - 12:49 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

12h 21m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

$664United Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11

1:34 pm - 1:22 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

24h 48m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

2:25 pm - 12:49 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

21h 24m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$672United Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11

1:34 pm - 1:22 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

24h 48m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

2:25 pm - 12:49 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

21h 24m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$738United Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11

1:34 pm - 1:22 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

24h 48m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

2:25 pm - 12:49 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

21h 24m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$739United Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11

1:34 pm - 1:22 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

24h 48m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

2:25 pm - 12:49 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

21h 24m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$745United Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11

5:35 am - 12:35 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

11:28 pm - 12:49 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

12h 21m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,132United Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11

5:35 am - 12:35 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

11:28 pm - 12:49 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

12h 21m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,140United Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11

5:35 am - 12:35 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

11:28 pm - 12:49 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

12h 21m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,219United Airlines

Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11

9:15 am - 8:39 pmMBS Bay City MBS Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

12h 24m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

8:45 am - 11:59 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MBS Bay City MBS Intl

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How much is a round-trip flight from Bay City to San José? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Bay City to San José departing in december.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Bay City to San José?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Bay City to San José.
Do I need a passport to fly from Bay City 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.
Have flight prices from Bay City to San José changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $559 to $4,065. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.
What car rental options are available at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO)?
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:

• Priceless
• Avis
• Budget
• Routes Car & Truck Rentals
• Payless
Which airports can I use when flying from Bay City to San José?
Flights from Bay City to San José usually depart from Bay City MBS Intl (MBS) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).
Which airports do connecting flights from Bay City to San José pass through?
Most connecting flights from Bay City to San José pass through Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Bay City to San José?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 43% on flights from Bay City to San José. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $703 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,225, a difference of $522.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between Bay City and San José?
San José is 2 hours behind Bay City (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in San José?
Some of the most popular sights in San José are Parque Metropolitano La Sabana, Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and Museo de Oro. These are among the most viewed places in San José on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $703, about $522 less than Tuesday fares (43% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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