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

• Earliest: departs at 8:35 am and lands at 1:50 pm
• Latest: departs at 3:46 pm and lands at 9:01 pm.

The flight takes about 5h 15m.

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

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Denver to San José takes 5h 15m, covering 2,414 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.

Round-trip flights from Denver to San José range from $419 to $676, with an average of $533 over the past 12 months. Anything below $419 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) are 6% below the route average of $533. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but inventory is limited.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $319 round-trip via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), compared to $614 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 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 United Airlines and Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

JetBlue is the only airline on the Denver to San José route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from Denver to San José are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $201, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

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

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

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

• Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 38% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 23% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 22% of one-stop connections
• Houston Hobby (HOU) - 7% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from Denver to San José. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $460 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $600, a difference of $140.

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

2 airlines operate flights between Denver and San José. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• Southwest

Flying via Houston Hobby (HOU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 28m, compared with 8h 30m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 8h 32m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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.

Among airlines operating Denver to San José flights:

• United Airlines: offers free seat selection
• Southwest: offers free seat selection
• JetBlue: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

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

• JetBlue: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Business Class
• Copa Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Business Class

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

Yes. There are car rental services at SJO airport accessible by all passengers, and driving is the best way to reach Downtown San Jose. These services are available after the customer area in the arrivals hall, and the car rental companies authorized to operate at the airport are Alamo, Solid Car Rental and Firefly.

A free shuttle bus service connecting Terminal A and B operates 24h a day and seven days a week. There are many taxis at the airport for passengers who wish to get to the city center through taxi services.

Yes. Travelers can drive to DEN airport as they can access various ample parking spaces at the airport. The East and West parking garages with the quickest access to Jeppesen Terminal offer short-term parking services. If you need long-term parking services, use the multi-story airport garage with underground access or the economy parking lot west of Jeppesen Terminal.

Yes. Travelers who need to go on a trip with their furry friends will be glad to book their flights at DEN airport as the airport is one of the top pet-friendly airports in the US. There is an outdoor pet relief area for pets outside door 200 of Jeppesen Terminal and a pet nutrition station with baggies, waste bags, and water fountains.