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

Flights from Cleveland to San José usually depart from Cleveland Hopkins Intl (CLE) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

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

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Cleveland to San José: • Economy Class • Business Class • First Class

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

One-stop flights from Cleveland to San José most commonly connect through: • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 34% of one-stop connections • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 19% of one-stop connections • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 14% of one-stop connections • Miami (MIA) - 11% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Cleveland to San José. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $484 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $626, a difference of $142. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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.

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

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 12% above the $583 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

How long is a flight from Cleveland to San José?

A nonstop flight from Cleveland to San José takes 00m, covering 2,174 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Cleveland 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 Cleveland 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 $448 to $2,072. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Cleveland to San José are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $269.

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

Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 50m, compared with 7h 58m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 8h 11m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI).

What is the time difference between Cleveland and San José?

San José is 1 hour behind Cleveland (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 averaging $30 for economy cars. Top options include: • Priceless • Avis • Budget • Routes Car & Truck Rentals • Payless

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

Round-trip flights from Cleveland to San José range from $485 to $724, with an average of $583 over the past 12 months. Anything below $485 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Cleveland to San José typically range from $485 to $724. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $448, on JetBlue.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cleveland to San José. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

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

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Cleveland to San José at $480 round-trip. •June ($678) and March ($676) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 41% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cleveland to San José the cheapest?

Flights from Cleveland to San José are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 26% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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

JetBlue ($448) and American Airlines ($449) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Cleveland to San José according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) is the most popular layover for the Cleveland to San José route. 34% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ATL.

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

Flights via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $443. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Charlotte Douglas (CLT) had the shortest average connection time for Cleveland to San José layovers at 4h 41m over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cleveland to San José

Mon, Jan 25 - Fri, Jan 29

8:00 am - 2:00 pmCLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

7h 00m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

12:50 pm - 11:56 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl

10h 06m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

$448JetBlue

Wed, Jan 20 - Thu, Jan 28

5:40 am - 2:56 pmCLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

10h 16m1 stop Miami

6:00 am - 5:54 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl

10h 54m1 stop Miami

$449American Airlines

Sat, Nov 28 - Sat, Dec 5

6:00 am - 1:00 pmCLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 00m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

7:30 am - 10:59 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl

14h 29m1 stop Denver Intl

$449United Airlines

Tue, Jan 12 - Thu, Feb 11

6:00 am - 1:22 pmCLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 22m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

8:45 am - 6:33 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl

8h 48m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$449United Airlines

Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1

6:10 am - 7:54 pmCLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

14h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:00 am - 11:59 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl

16h 59m1 stop Miami

$449American Airlines

Tue, Jan 12 - Thu, Feb 11

6:52 pm - 12:30 pmCLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

18h 38m2 stops Philadelphia Charlotte Douglas

12:28 pm - 11:59 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl

10h 31m1 stop Miami

$506GOL

Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12

8:00 am - 2:00 pmCLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

7h 00m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

12:50 pm - 11:50 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl

10h 00m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

$514JetBlue

Mon, Nov 16 - Fri, Dec 4

3:11 pm - 10:15 pmCLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:00 am - 4:06 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl

8h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$516Delta

Sun, Nov 15 - Wed, Nov 18

7:18 am - 8:50 amCLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

26h 32m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Bogotá El Dorado

4:05 pm - 7:36 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl

26h 31m2 stops Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Fort Lauderdale

$526Multiple Airlines

Fri, Feb 5 - Wed, Feb 10

2:32 pm - 9:49 pmCLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:00 am - 8:47 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl

12h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$539Delta

Recent last minute flight deals from Cleveland to San José

Thu, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 14

6:00 am - 8:50 pmCLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

15h 50m1 stop Miami

2:46 pm - 10:44 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl

18h 58m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$642American Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14

6:10 am - 1:46 pmCLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 36m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

2:46 pm - 10:44 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl

18h 58m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$642American Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 15

6:00 am - 1:00 pmCLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:00 am - 3:55 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl

7h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$642Delta

Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14

5:15 am - 1:07 pmCLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 52m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

2:46 pm - 10:44 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl

18h 58m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$642American Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 15

6:00 am - 1:00 pmCLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:00 am - 3:55 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl

7h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$684Delta

Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 15

6:00 am - 1:00 pmCLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

2:37 pm - 12:56 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl

9h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$684Delta

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

3:10 pm - 8:35 amCLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

18h 25m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Guatemala City La Aurora

4:15 pm - 9:44 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl

16h 29m2 stops Guatemala City La Aurora Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$685Multiple Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8

11:54 am - 7:53 pmCLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 59m1 stop Newark

7:30 am - 6:51 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl

10h 21m1 stop Denver Intl

$701United Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 14

7:00 pm - 10:30 pmCLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

28h 30m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

8:45 am - 6:19 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl

8h 34m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

$727Air Canada

Thu, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 14

7:00 pm - 10:30 pmCLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

28h 30m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

9:20 am - 6:19 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl

31h 59m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

$731Air Canada

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How much is a round-trip flight from Cleveland 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 Cleveland to San José departing in january.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cleveland to San José?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cleveland to San José. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from Cleveland to San José? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from Cleveland to San José, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •November is the cheapest month to fly from Cleveland to San José at $480 round-trip.
•June ($678) and March ($676) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 41% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.
When are flights from Cleveland to San José the cheapest?: Flights from Cleveland to San José are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 26% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Cleveland to San José?
Three cabin classes are available on flights from Cleveland to San José:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class
How long is a flight from Cleveland to San José?
A nonstop flight from Cleveland to San José takes 00m, covering 2,174 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Cleveland 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 Cleveland to San José flight?
Round-trip flights from Cleveland to San José range from $485 to $724, with an average of $583 over the past 12 months. Anything below $485 counts as a good deal.
How expensive are last-minute Cleveland to San José flights?
Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 12% above the $583 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.
Have flight prices from Cleveland 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 $448 to $2,072. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Cleveland to San José looking right now?
One-way fares from Cleveland to San José are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $269.
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 averaging $30 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Priceless
• Avis
• Budget
• Routes Car & Truck Rentals
• Payless
Which airports can I use when flying from Cleveland to San José?
Flights from Cleveland to San José usually depart from Cleveland Hopkins Intl (CLE) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).
Which airports do connecting flights from Cleveland to San José pass through?
One-stop flights from Cleveland to San José most commonly connect through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 34% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 19% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 14% of one-stop connections
• Miami (MIA) - 11% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cleveland to San José?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Cleveland to San José. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $484 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $626, a difference of $142.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Cleveland to San José?
Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 50m, compared with 7h 58m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 8h 11m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI).
What is the time difference between Cleveland and San José?
San José is 1 hour behind Cleveland (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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $484, about $142 less than Wednesday fares (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 26% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cleveland to San José trip for November. Fares historically average $480 round-trip in that month - typically $198 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

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