Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Flights from Charleston to San José usually depart from Charleston (CHS) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Charleston to San José:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

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

• Miami (MIA) - 46% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 21% of one-stop connections
• Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 14% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 10% of one-stop connections

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 51% on flights from Charleston to San José. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $518 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,050, a difference of $532.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Question 5

What popular places can I visit in San José?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 6

How expensive are last-minute Charleston to San José flights?

Accepted Answer

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 54% above the $655 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Question 7

How long is a flight from Charleston to San José?

Accepted Answer

A nonstop flight from Charleston to San José takes 00m, covering 1,603 miles.

Question 8

Do I need a passport to fly from Charleston to San José?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 9

Have flight prices from Charleston to San José changed much recently?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $491 to $2,100. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

One-way fares from Charleston to San José are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $352, which is 24% above the typical average for this route.

Question 11

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Charleston to San José?

Accepted Answer

Flying via Tampa (TPA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 44m, compared with 7h 24m via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and 7h 32m via Miami (MIA).

Question 12

What is the time difference between Charleston and San José?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $30 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

Round-trip flights from Charleston to San José range from $501 to $884, with an average of $655 over the past 12 months. Anything below $501 counts as a good deal.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

Round-trip flights from Charleston to San José typically range from $501 to $884. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $491, on Breeze Airways.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Charleston to San José. It’s 21% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 60% higher.

Question 17

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Charleston to San José?

Accepted Answer

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Charleston to San José at $467 round-trip.
•December ($1,250) and September ($1,172) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 167% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Question 18

When are flights from Charleston to San José the cheapest?

Accepted Answer

Flights from Charleston to San José are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 55% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Question 19

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Charleston to San José?

Accepted Answer

Breeze Airways ($491) and American Airlines ($671) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Charleston to San José according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

Question 20

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Charleston to San José?

Accepted Answer

Miami (MIA) is the most popular layover for the Charleston to San José route. 46% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via MIA.

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

Flights via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $480. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 22

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

Accepted Answer

Tampa (TPA) had the shortest average connection time for Charleston to San José layovers at 4h 22m over the past 3 months.

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