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

• Earliest: departs at 8:20 am and lands at 11:22 am
• Latest: departs at 7:19 pm and lands at 10:21 pm.

The flight takes about 3h 02m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Miami to San José:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from Miami to San José takes 3h 02m, covering 1,121 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 Miami to San José range from $293 to $484, with an average of $372 over the past 12 months. Anything below $293 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the $372 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $264 round-trip via Managua Augusto C Sandino (MGA), compared to $371 for nonstop.

Avianca is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Volaris has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Miami to San José flights are:

• Avianca: 95% on time
• Volaris: 86% on time
• American Airlines: 80% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 84% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $50–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Avianca. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Miami to San José flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 25%, evening flights for 25%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $418 to $2,561. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Miami to San José flights:

• American Airlines
• British Airways
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Miami to San José are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $349, which is 89% above 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 Miami to San José usually depart from Miami (MIA) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Miami to San José route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 01m.

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

• Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 79% of one-stop connections
• San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) - 12% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 2% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 2% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 7% on flights from Miami to San José. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $360 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $385, a difference of $25.

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 Miami and San José. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• American Airlines
• Avianca

Flying via Managua Augusto C Sandino (MGA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 22m, compared with 5h 29m via San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) and 6h 15m via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY).

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

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 Miami to San José flights:

• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Avianca: 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:

• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Avianca: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• GOL: 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.

Passengers flying out through MIA are advised to arrive at the airport at least 2h before their scheduled flight time. As a result, you will have ample time to check in, get your boarding pass validated and arrive at your gate on time. Not only that, you can guarantee to have sufficient time to explore the airport and even grab a meal before flying out.

If you are flying out to San Jose through Miami International Airport with your furry companions, you don’t have to worry about anything as MIA is a pet-friendly airport. The airport has designated pet relief areas in indoor and outdoor areas. The indoor pet relief facilities are located at J3, D34, G5 and F7 gates. Alternatively, you can take advantage of the outdoor facilities situated on level 1 of the airport. To maintain the tidiness of the facilities, you will have disposable waste bags and sinks at the locations.

From SJO to San Jose, you can either use a taxi or public transit such as a bus. If you decide to travel by bus, you will have two options: the Station Wagon bus company and the Tulsa bus company are the two bus agencies traveling this route and takes approximately 35min to reach downtown San Jose.

San Jose International Airport has a number of on-site hotels, including the Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela, Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport and Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport, which are located within 1 mile from the airport. As a result, you can enjoy a snack or beverage before airport transfers.