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Cheapest round-trip
$450
Typical prices: $408-$690
JetBlue
Sun 12/9Tue 12/18
PHL - SJO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$210
Typical prices: $172-$305
American Airlines
Sun 11/25
PHL - SJO • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Philadelphia and San José. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
24 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 27% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 30% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $400 (round-trip)
Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
Shortest trip • 7h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to San José (PHL-SJO)

 

Cheap flights from Philadelphia to San José with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Wed, Dec 9 - Fri, Dec 18
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8:05 am - 2:00 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
6h 55m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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12:50 pm - 11:54 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PHL Philadelphia
10h 04m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$450JetBlue
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:00 am - 2:00 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 00m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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12:50 pm - 11:59 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PHL Philadelphia
10h 09m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$451JetBlue
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
American Airlines Logo
7:37 pm - 2:49 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
20h 12m1 stop Miami
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2:07 pm - 11:36 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PHL Philadelphia
8h 29m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$453American Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Fri, Dec 18
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7:00 pm - 2:52 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
20h 52m1 stop Miami
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2:02 pm - 12:47 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PHL Philadelphia
9h 45m1 stop Miami
$453American Airlines
Sun, Feb 7 - Tue, Feb 9
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 6:16 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
11h 16m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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1:15 am - 2:14 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PHL Philadelphia
11h 59m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$467United Airlines
Sun, Feb 7 - Tue, Feb 9
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6:24 am - 6:16 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
12h 52m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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1:15 am - 2:14 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PHL Philadelphia
11h 59m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$467United Airlines
Wed, Feb 24 - Wed, Mar 3
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6:15 am - 10:57 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
17h 42m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Orlando
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6:00 am - 5:58 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PHL Philadelphia
10h 58m1 stop Orlando
$531Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 23 - Wed, Mar 3
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6:15 am - 12:49 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
31h 34m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Tampa
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6:00 am - 5:58 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PHL Philadelphia
10h 58m1 stop Orlando
$553Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 18 - Mon, Dec 28
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5:01 am - 12:41 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 40m1 stop Orlando
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1:56 pm - 11:04 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PHL Philadelphia
8h 08m1 stop Orlando
$593Frontier
Fri, Dec 18 - Mon, Dec 28
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5:01 am - 12:41 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 40m1 stop Orlando
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1:31 pm - 1:15 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PHL Philadelphia
22h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$748Frontier

Price, demand and travel trends for Philadelphia to San José flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Philadelphia to San José typically range from $408 to $690. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $450, on JetBlue.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Philadelphia to San José. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 15% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to San José at $375 round-trip.
•July ($639) and December ($623) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 70% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Philadelphia to San José the cheapest?

Flights from Philadelphia to San José are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 27% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Philadelphia to San José flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$210
Beat the crowds with an average 41% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 45% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Philadelphia to San José

When to book flights from Philadelphia to San José

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to San José flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Philadelphia to San José takes 00m, covering 2,136 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Philadelphia to San José range from $408 to $690, with an average of $532 over the past 12 months. Anything below $408 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 14% above the $532 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Philadelphia 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 $450 to $3,121. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Philadelphia to San José are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $253, which is 13% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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:

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

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

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

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

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

    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Miami (MIA) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from Philadelphia to San José. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $468 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $613, a difference of $145.

    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 Philadelphia to San José?

    Flying via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 57m, compared with 8h 08m via Miami (MIA) and 8h 15m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

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

    San José is 2 hours behind Philadelphia (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 Philadelphia to San José flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $468, about $145 less than Saturday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 27% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Philadelphia to San José trip for February. Fares historically average $375 round-trip in that month - typically $264 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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