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Cheapest round-trip
$397
Typical prices: $332-$571
Frontier
Fri 12/21Mon 1/1
SJO - ATL • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$220
Typical prices: $186-$375
JetBlue
Sun 12/16
SJO - ATL • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta and Frontier. Average duration is 4h 08m
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Most punctual • 88% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 10 weeks in advance save around 18% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 26% price drop
Most popular
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Cheapest • Avg $402 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San José to Atlanta (SJO-ATL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San José to Atlanta

Mon, Dec 21 - Fri, Jan 1
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1:31 pm - 6:55 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
4h 24mnonstop
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9:05 am - 12:16 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
4h 11mnonstop
$397Frontier
Sat, Oct 10 - Fri, Oct 16
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9:45 am - 8:37 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
44h 52m2 stops Orlando Baltimore/Washington
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10:50 am - 8:30 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
23h 40m2 stops Raleigh-Durham Orlando
$410Frontier
Wed, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 7
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3:05 pm - 10:50 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
6h 45m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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7:07 am - 2:00 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 53m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$443JetBlue
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
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8:55 am - 7:54 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
8h 59m1 stop Tampa
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8:33 pm - 7:55 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
13h 22m1 stop Tampa
$445Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Fri, Oct 23
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1:15 pm - 12:22 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
33h 07m2 stops Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Houston George Bush Intcntl
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7:49 pm - 8:30 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 41m1 stop Orlando
$446Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 18
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3:05 pm - 10:50 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
6h 45m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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7:00 am - 1:59 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 59m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$447JetBlue
Tue, Feb 9 - Tue, Feb 16
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1:50 pm - 9:35 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
6h 45m1 stop Orlando
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6:30 am - 1:45 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 15m1 stop Houston Hobby
$451Southwest
Thu, Feb 11 - Mon, Feb 15
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2:45 pm - 8:40 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
16h 55m2 stops Orlando Chicago Midway
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10:10 pm - 1:45 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 35m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Houston Hobby
$468Southwest
Wed, Jan 13 - Mon, Jan 25
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5:52 pm - 2:21 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
19h 29m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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4:18 pm - 7:02 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
15h 44m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$480Copa Airlines
Sun, Jan 24 - Sat, Jan 30
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6:02 pm - 2:21 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
19h 19m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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4:18 pm - 8:17 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 59m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$480Copa Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San José to Atlanta flights

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

Round-trip flights from San José to Atlanta typically range from $332 to $571. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $397, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Atlanta. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

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

•October is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Atlanta at $338 round-trip.
•July ($544) and June ($544) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 60% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from San José to Atlanta the cheapest?

Flights from San José to Atlanta are cheapest 10 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 18% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from San José to Atlanta

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on KLM and ATL

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Expert on SJO

Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

Key details for San José to Atlanta flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$220
Beat the crowds with an average 29% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 94% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from San José to Atlanta

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San José to Atlanta based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San José to Atlanta flight questions, answered

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from San José to Atlanta?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 7:00 am and lands at 11:08 am
    • Latest: departs at 3:55 pm and lands at 8:03 pm.

    The flight takes about 4h 08m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from San José to Atlanta takes 4h 08m, covering 1,633 miles.

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

    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 San José to Atlanta flight?

    Round-trip flights from San José to Atlanta range from $332 to $571, with an average of $460 over the past 12 months. Anything below $332 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 3% above the $460 route average. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from San José to Atlanta?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $402 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $546 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from San José to Atlanta?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $30–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from San José to Atlanta?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines and Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 757 variants.

  • How are flight departures from San José to Atlanta spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on San José to Atlanta flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from San José to Atlanta 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 $397 to $1,893. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on San José to Atlanta flights?

    Delta is the only airline on the San José to Atlanta route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

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

    One-way fares from San José to Atlanta are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $239, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)?

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $16 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Hertz
    • Europcar
    • Ace
    • Dollar

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

    Flights from San José to Atlanta usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from San José to Atlanta?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from San José to Atlanta?

    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 San José to Atlanta route, 14% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 59m.

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

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

    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 65% of one-stop connections
    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Miami (MIA) - 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from San José to Atlanta. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $401 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $544, a difference of $143.

    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 airlines fly from San José to Atlanta?

    2 airlines operate flights between San José and Atlanta. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Delta
    • Frontier

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

    Flying via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 37m, compared with 7h 45m via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) and 7h 47m via Houston Hobby (HOU).

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Atlanta?

    Some of the most popular sights in Atlanta are Georgia Aquarium, Atlanta Stadium and State Farm Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Atlanta on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on San José to Atlanta flights?

    Among airlines operating San José to Atlanta flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Frontier: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on San José to Atlanta flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class
    • Frontier: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking San José to Atlanta 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $401, about $143 less than Sunday fares (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 10 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 18% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San José to Atlanta trip for October. Fares historically average $338 round-trip in that month - typically $206 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Delta. Over the past three months, 88% of Delta flights from San José to Atlanta arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 86%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 59m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $402 round-trip on this route - about $144 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport.

    • Sonesta Atlanta Airport South
    • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Atlanta Airport North
    • AC Hotels by Marriott Atlanta Airport Gateway

Prefer to fly direct from San José to Atlanta?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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Direct returns

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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