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Cheapest round-trip
$410
Typical prices: $424-$689
Delta
Thu 1/11Mon 1/22
SDF - SJO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$215
Typical prices: $205-$383
American Airlines
Fri 1/19
SDF - SJO • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Louisville and San José. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
10 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 10 weeks in advance save around 26% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 20% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $452 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 7h 31m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Louisville to San José (SDF-SJO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Louisville to San José

Mon, Jan 11 - Thu, Jan 28
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12:53 pm - 10:05 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:05 am - 8:51 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
12h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$410Delta
Mon, Jan 11 - Tue, Jan 26
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3:24 pm - 10:05 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:10 pm - 10:37 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
7h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$410Delta
Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 26
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8:00 am - 7:55 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
12h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:30 am - 8:42 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
13h 12m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$439American Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 26
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6:11 am - 7:55 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 44m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:30 am - 8:42 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
13h 12m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$444American Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Mon, Jan 25
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9:32 am - 6:16 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 44m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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1:15 am - 1:33 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
11h 18m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$494United Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Mon, Jan 25
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7:05 am - 1:22 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 17m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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1:15 am - 4:32 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
14h 17m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$525United Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 26
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11:02 am - 9:04 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
11h 02m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Miami
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3:44 pm - 11:03 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
18h 19m2 stops Miami Philadelphia
$543GOL
Tue, Jan 26 - Sun, Jan 31
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5:46 pm - 12:37 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 51m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Miami
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6:30 am - 8:42 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
13h 12m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$548GOL
Sun, Nov 29 - Mon, Dec 21
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5:25 am - 12:10 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 45m1 stop Houston Hobby
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3:25 pm - 12:50 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
8h 25m1 stop Orlando
$578Southwest
Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7
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6:00 am - 12:00 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 00m1 stop Orlando
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1:10 pm - 10:25 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SDF Louisville Intl
8h 15m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$580Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Louisville to San José flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Louisville to San José with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Louisville to San José start at $410. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $424 to $689. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $410 on Delta.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Louisville to San José, it is 16% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 33% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Louisville to San José?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Louisville to San José at $420 round-trip.
•April ($783) and July ($736) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 86% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Louisville to San José the cheapest?

Flights from Louisville to San José are cheapest 10 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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Key details for Louisville to San José flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$215
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 8% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Louisville to San José

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Louisville to San José based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Louisville to San José flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Louisville to San José?

    A nonstop flight from Louisville to San José takes 0h 00m, covering 1,948 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Louisville 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 Louisville to San José flight?

    Round-trip flights from Louisville to San José range from $424 to $689, with an average of $523 over the past 12 months. Anything below $424 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Louisville to San José flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 1% above the route average of $523. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Louisville 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 $410 to $1,857. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Louisville to San José are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $286.

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

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

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

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 37% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 11% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Louisville to San José route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 37%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $441 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $698: a $257 difference. 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 Louisville to San José?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 31m, compared with 7h 54m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 8h 11m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI).

  • What is the time difference between Louisville and San José?

    San José is 2 hours behind Louisville (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.

Your guide to booking Louisville to San José flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average $441 - about $257 less than Friday (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 10 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 Louisville to San José trip for February. Fares historically average $420 round-trip in that month - typically $363 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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