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Cheapest round-trip
$370
Typical prices: $314-$511
Avianca
Thu 11/1Thu 11/8
SJO - BOS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$167
Typical prices: $204-$369
Frontier
Wed 10/10
SJO - BOS • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San José and Boston. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
10 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 10 weeks in advance save around 23% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 20% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $339 (round-trip)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 8h 28m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San José to Boston (SJO-BOS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San José to Boston

Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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5:00 am - 1:50 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl
7h 50m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl
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3:25 pm - 11:40 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 15m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl
$370Avianca
Sun, Oct 18 - Fri, Oct 23
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5:05 am - 2:50 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl
7h 45m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl
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4:50 pm - 11:30 amBOS  Boston Logan Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
20h 40m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl
$370Avianca
Wed, Sep 16 - Mon, Sep 21
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5:55 pm - 11:02 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl
27h 07m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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3:55 pm - 9:04 amBOS  Boston Logan Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 09m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$370Copa Airlines
Mon, Sep 21 - Mon, Oct 5
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5:55 pm - 11:02 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl
27h 07m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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8:47 am - 7:10 amBOS  Boston Logan Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
24h 23m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$370Copa Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
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1:25 pm - 11:01 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl
19h 36m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:01 am - 11:38 amBOS  Boston Logan Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
30h 37m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
$373United Airlines
Mon, Oct 5 - Wed, Oct 14
United Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 7:25 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl
33h 30m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark
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6:00 am - 11:38 amBOS  Boston Logan Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 38m1 stop Newark
$373United Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 17
American Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 7:10 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl
11h 50m2 stops Miami Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:49 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 49m2 stops New York LaGuardia Miami
$374American Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 17
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3:54 pm - 12:59 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl
8h 05m1 stop Miami
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:49 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 49m2 stops New York LaGuardia Miami
$374American Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 30
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7:00 am - 9:53 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl
13h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:30 am - 10:15 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
17h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$392JetBlue
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 2
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7:00 am - 5:50 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl
9h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:45 pm - 10:15 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$407JetBlue
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Price, demand and travel trends for San José to Boston flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from San José to Boston start at $370. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $314 to $511. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $370 on Avianca.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Boston, it is 6% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 15% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Boston?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Boston at $312 round-trip.
  • July ($533) and June ($522) 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 prices from San José to Boston the cheapest?

Flights from San José to Boston are cheapest 10 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 23% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for San José to Boston flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$167
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 11% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 12% lower on average.
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When to book flights from San José to Boston

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San José to Boston 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 Boston 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 San José to Boston?

    Flights from San José to Boston usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Boston Logan Intl (BOS).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

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

    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 39% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 7% 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 San José to Boston?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 19% on the San José to Boston route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $369 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $451, a difference of $82. 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 Boston?

    Some of the most popular sights in Boston are Fenway Park, TD Garden and South Station. These are among the most viewed places in Boston on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from San José to Boston takes 0h 00m, covering 2,373 miles.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 16% above the route average of $392. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    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 San José to Boston 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 $370 to $1,405. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San José to Boston are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $220, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 28m, compared with 8h 30m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 8h 37m via Newark (EWR).

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

    Boston 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 car rental options are available at Boston Logan Intl Airport (BOS)?

    Boston Logan Intl Airport (BOS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $23 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Dollar
    · Hertz
    · Budget
    · Thrifty
    · Sixt

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

    Round-trip flights from San José to Boston range from $314 to $511, with an average of $392 over the past 12 months. Anything below $314 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San José to Boston 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 Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $369 - about $82 less than Sunday (18% 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 23% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San José to Boston trip for January. Fares historically average $312 round-trip in that month - typically $221 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Boston Logan Intl Airport.
    - Courtyard by Marriott Boston Logan Airport
    - Embassy Suites by Hilton Boston at Logan Airport
    - Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor

Everything you need to know for your flight from San José to Boston

Information on your arrival and departure airports

San José (SJO)
Boston (BOS)