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Cheapest round-trip
$468
Typical prices: $461-$705
LATAM Airlines
Wed 10/31Thu 11/8
GIG - SJO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$223
Typical prices: $236-$415
LATAM Airlines
Sat 11/17
GIG - SJO • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Rio de Janeiro and San José. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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GIG - SJO
Cheapest • 28% average savings
SDU - SJO
Most popular
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When to book
13 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 51% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 18% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU)
Cheapest • Avg $485 (round-trip)
Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY)
Shortest trip • 11h 06m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Rio de Janeiro to San José (RIO-SJO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to San José

Sat, Oct 31 - Sun, Nov 8
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7:10 am - 3:55 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
11h 45m1 stop Lima J Chavez Intl
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4:55 pm - 6:25 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
10h 30m1 stop Lima J Chavez Intl
$468LATAM Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Thu, Oct 22
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7:05 am - 3:55 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
11h 50m1 stop Lima J Chavez Intl
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4:55 pm - 8:55 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
13h 00m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
$497LATAM Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Sun, Nov 8
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5:30 am - 3:55 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
13h 25m2 stops Brasilia Lima J Chavez Intl
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4:55 pm - 6:25 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
10h 30m1 stop Lima J Chavez Intl
$499LATAM Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Mon, Oct 5
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1:30 am - 8:19 amGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 49m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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10:03 am - 7:55 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
18h 52m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$514Copa Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Thu, Oct 22
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9:55 pm - 8:50 amGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
13h 55m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Bogotá El Dorado
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4:00 pm - 10:20 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
15h 20m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
$527Avianca
Mon, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 12
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1:35 am - 1:51 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
15h 16m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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2:18 pm - 4:00 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
10h 42m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$534Copa Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Thu, Oct 22
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7:05 am - 3:55 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
11h 50m1 stop Lima J Chavez Intl
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4:55 pm - 4:30 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
20h 35m1 stop Lima J Chavez Intl
$548LATAM Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Thu, Oct 22
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6:05 am - 3:55 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
12h 50m2 stops Brasilia Lima J Chavez Intl
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4:55 pm - 8:55 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
13h 00m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
$553LATAM Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Thu, Oct 22
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7:05 am - 3:55 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
11h 50m1 stop Lima J Chavez Intl
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4:55 pm - 8:55 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
13h 00m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
$576LATAM Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 12
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1:35 am - 1:51 pmGIG  Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
15h 16m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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2:18 pm - 4:00 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
10h 42m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$581Copa Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Rio de Janeiro to San José flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Rio de Janeiro to San José?

Round-trip flights from Rio de Janeiro to San José start at $468. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $461 to $705. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $468 on LATAM Airlines.

What is the cheapest Rio de Janeiro to San José flight route?

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (GIG) to San José (SJO) is the cheapest Rio de Janeiro to San José route, averaging $524 round-trip. Other Rio de Janeiro to San José routes average $929, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Rio de Janeiro to San José?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Rio de Janeiro to San José, it is 4% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday 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 Rio de Janeiro to San José?

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to San José at $430 round-trip.
  • December ($721) and January ($688) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 67% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Rio de Janeiro to San José the cheapest?

Flights from Rio de Janeiro to San José are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 51% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Rio de Janeiro to San José flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$223
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 11% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 31% increase in price.
Flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to San José

When to book flights from Rio de Janeiro to San José

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

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

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Rio de Janeiro to San José?

    Flights from Rio de Janeiro to San José may depart from several airports in Rio de Janeiro area, including Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG) and Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont (SDU). Flights usually arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Rio de Janeiro to San José?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Rio de Janeiro to San José.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Rio de Janeiro to San José pass through?

    One-stop flights from Rio de Janeiro to San José most commonly connect through:

    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 54% of one-stop connections
    • Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU) - 1% of one-stop connections

    Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 28% on the Rio de Janeiro to San José route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $505 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $701, a difference of $196. 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, Barrio Amón and Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica. These are among the most viewed places in San José on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Rio de Janeiro to San José flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 62% above the route average of $526. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Rio de Janeiro to San José?

    A nonstop flight from Rio de Janeiro to San José takes 0h 00m, covering 3,584 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Rio de Janeiro 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 Rio de Janeiro 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 $468 to $2,957. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Rio de Janeiro to San José looking right now?

    One-way fares from Rio de Janeiro to San José are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $263, which is 7% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Rio de Janeiro to San José?

    Flying via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 06m, compared with 11h 11m via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) and 11h 56m via Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM).

  • What is the time difference between Rio de Janeiro and San José?

    San José is 3 hours behind Rio de Janeiro (Central Time vs Brasilia 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 Rio de Janeiro to San José flight?

    Round-trip flights from Rio de Janeiro to San José range from $461 to $705, with an average of $526 over the past 12 months. Anything below $461 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Rio de Janeiro 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 Thursday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $505 - about $196 less than Wednesday (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 51% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Rio de Janeiro to San José trip for October. Fares historically average $430 round-trip in that month - typically $291 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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