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

Flights from McAllen to San José usually depart from McAllen Miller Intl (MFE) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

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

Two cabin classes are available on flights from McAllen to San José: • Economy Class • First Class

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

Connecting flights from McAllen to San José most commonly pass through: • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 56% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 44% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from McAllen to San José. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $608 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $849, a difference of $241. 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.

How long is a flight from McAllen to San José?

A nonstop flight from McAllen to San José takes 00m, covering 1,445 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from McAllen 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 McAllen 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 $579 to $1,558. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

Flying via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 58m, compared with 7h 50m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

What is the time difference between McAllen and San José?

San José is 1 hour behind McAllen (Central Time vs Central 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: • Budget • Avis • Priceless • Routes Car & Truck Rentals • Payless

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

Round-trip flights from McAllen to San José range from $474 to $849, with an average of $646 over the past 12 months. Anything below $474 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from McAllen to San José typically range from $474 to $849. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $579, on American Airlines.

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

American Airlines ($579) and United Airlines ($610) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from McAllen to San José according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) is the most popular layover for the McAllen to San José route. 56% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via IAH.

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

Flights via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $664. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) had the shortest average connection time for McAllen to San José layovers at 4h 21m over the past 3 months.

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Wed, Jan 27 - Fri, Feb 5

8:00 am - 7:54 pmMFE McAllen Miller Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

11h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

3:56 pm - 9:57 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

18h 01m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth

$579American Airlines

Wed, Jan 27 - Fri, Feb 5

1:23 pm - 7:54 pmMFE McAllen Miller Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

6h 31m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:30 am - 9:57 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

27h 27m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$582American Airlines

Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1

5:00 am - 10:25 amMFE McAllen Miller Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

6h 25m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

8:45 am - 5:59 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

9h 14m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$610United Airlines

Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1

4:37 pm - 12:00 pmMFE McAllen Miller Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

20h 23m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Miami

3:54 pm - 10:31 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

18h 37m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth

$620American Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Wed, Nov 11

7:30 pm - 11:25 amMFE McAllen Miller Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

15h 55m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

8:45 am - 4:04 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

7h 19m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$622United Airlines

Wed, Jan 27 - Fri, Feb 5

5:30 am - 8:59 pmMFE McAllen Miller Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

15h 29m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Miami

3:56 pm - 12:38 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

20h 42m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth

$672American Airlines

Wed, Jan 27 - Fri, Feb 5

7:00 am - 10:30 pmMFE McAllen Miller Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

15h 30m3 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl New York LaGuardia Toronto Pearson Intl

8:45 am - 4:13 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl

31h 28m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,558Multiple Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from McAllen 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 McAllen to San José departing in january.

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

• Economy Class
• First Class
How long is a flight from McAllen to San José?
A nonstop flight from McAllen to San José takes 00m, covering 1,445 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from McAllen 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 McAllen to San José flight?
Round-trip flights from McAllen to San José range from $474 to $849, with an average of $646 over the past 12 months. Anything below $474 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from McAllen 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 $579 to $1,558. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x 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:

• Budget
• Avis
• Priceless
• Routes Car & Truck Rentals
• Payless
Which airports can I use when flying from McAllen to San José?
Flights from McAllen to San José usually depart from McAllen Miller Intl (MFE) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).
Which airports do connecting flights from McAllen to San José pass through?
Connecting flights from McAllen to San José most commonly pass through:

• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 56% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 44% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from McAllen to San José?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from McAllen to San José. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $608 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $849, a difference of $241.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from McAllen to San José?
Flying via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 58m, compared with 7h 50m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).
What is the time difference between McAllen and San José?
San José is 1 hour behind McAllen (Central Time vs Central 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Monday flights average $608, about $241 less than Friday fares (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your McAllen to San José trip for January. Fares historically average $474 round-trip in that month - typically $551 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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