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

Flights from Milwaukee to San José usually depart from Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

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

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

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

One-stop flights from Milwaukee to San José most commonly connect through: • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 40% of one-stop connections • Orlando (MCO) - 28% of one-stop connections • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 12% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from Milwaukee to San José. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $590 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $905, a difference of $315. 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 expensive are last-minute Milwaukee to San José flights?

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 22% above the $707 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

How long is a flight from Milwaukee to San José?

A nonstop flight from Milwaukee to San José takes 00m, covering 2,286 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Milwaukee 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 are flight prices from Milwaukee to San José looking right now?

One-way fares from Milwaukee to San José are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $328.

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

Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 20m, compared with 8h 20m via Miami (MIA) and 8h 21m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

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 • Alamo • Payless

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

Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to San José range from $589 to $861, with an average of $707 over the past 12 months. Anything below $589 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to San José typically range from $589 to $861. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $435, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Milwaukee to San José. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 28% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Milwaukee to San José at $625 round-trip. •December ($910) and August ($881) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 45% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Milwaukee to San José the cheapest?

Flights from Milwaukee to San José are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 42% 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 Milwaukee to San José?

American Airlines ($435) and Southwest ($525) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Milwaukee to San José according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) is the most popular layover for the Milwaukee to San José route. 40% 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 Milwaukee to San José?

Flights via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $658. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Charlotte Douglas (CLT) had the shortest average connection time for Milwaukee to San José layovers at 5h over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Milwaukee to San José

Tue, Jan 19 - Wed, Jan 27

6:20 am - 8:59 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

14h 39m1 stop Miami

7:30 am - 11:40 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

16h 10m1 stop Miami

$435American Airlines

Tue, Jan 19 - Thu, Jan 28

6:20 am - 8:59 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

14h 39m1 stop Miami

6:30 am - 5:10 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

10h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$435American Airlines

Sun, Jan 24 - Tue, Feb 2

6:35 pm - 1:45 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

19h 10m2 stops Orlando Houston Hobby

1:50 pm - 10:05 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

8h 15m1 stop Orlando

$525Southwest

Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 26

5:30 am - 9:49 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

16h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:00 am - 11:59 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

16h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$530Delta

Tue, Jan 12 - Fri, Jan 22

5:30 am - 9:49 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

16h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:00 am - 5:44 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

10h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$530Delta

Sun, Jan 24 - Mon, Feb 1

9:20 am - 8:39 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

11h 19m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:15 am - 12:05 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

10h 50m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$543United Airlines

Tue, Jan 26 - Tue, Feb 2

6:35 pm - 1:45 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

19h 10m2 stops Orlando Houston Hobby

1:50 pm - 10:05 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

8h 15m1 stop Orlando

$557Southwest

Thu, Jan 21 - Wed, Jan 27

7:39 am - 8:39 pmMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

13h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

2:25 pm - 10:45 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

8h 20m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$586United Airlines

Tue, Jan 26 - Mon, Feb 1

7:39 am - 7:22 amMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

23h 43m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Panama City Tocumen Intl

3:59 am - 6:56 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

14h 57m2 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$641Copa Airlines

Wed, Jan 13 - Mon, Jan 25

7:39 am - 7:02 amMKE Milwaukee-Mitchell-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

23h 23m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Panama City Tocumen Intl

5:52 pm - 6:56 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell

25h 04m2 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$645Copa Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee to San José departing in january.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Milwaukee to San José?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Milwaukee to San José. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 28% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from Milwaukee to San José? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from Milwaukee to San José, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •January is the cheapest month to fly from Milwaukee to San José at $625 round-trip.
•December ($910) and August ($881) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 45% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.
When are flights from Milwaukee to San José the cheapest?: Flights from Milwaukee to San José are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 42% 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 Milwaukee to San José?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Milwaukee to San José:

• Economy Class
• First Class
How long is a flight from Milwaukee to San José?
A nonstop flight from Milwaukee to San José takes 00m, covering 2,286 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee to San José flight?
Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to San José range from $589 to $861, with an average of $707 over the past 12 months. Anything below $589 counts as a good deal.
How expensive are last-minute Milwaukee to San José flights?
Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 22% above the $707 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.
How are flight prices from Milwaukee to San José looking right now?
One-way fares from Milwaukee to San José are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $328.
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
• Alamo
• Payless
Which airports can I use when flying from Milwaukee to San José?
Flights from Milwaukee to San José usually depart from Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).
Which airports do connecting flights from Milwaukee to San José pass through?
One-stop flights from Milwaukee to San José most commonly connect through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 40% of one-stop connections
• Orlando (MCO) - 28% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 12% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 10% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Milwaukee to San José?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from Milwaukee to San José. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $590 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $905, a difference of $315.

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 Milwaukee to San José?
Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 20m, compared with 8h 20m via Miami (MIA) and 8h 21m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).
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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $590, about $315 less than Saturday fares (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 42% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Milwaukee to San José trip for January. Fares historically average $625 round-trip in that month - typically $285 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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