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

Flights from San José to Columbia usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Columbia Metropolitan (CAE).

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

Only Economy Class is available on flights from San José to Columbia.

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

One-stop flights from San José to Columbia most commonly connect through: • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 72% of one-stop connections • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 11% of one-stop connections • Newark (EWR) - 11% of one-stop connections • Miami (MIA) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 53% on flights from San José to Columbia. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $656 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,378, a difference of $722. 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 long is a flight from San José to Columbia?

A nonstop flight from San José to Columbia takes 00m, covering 1,665 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from San José to Columbia?

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 Columbia changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $694 to $1,232. That means the highest observed fare was about 77% higher than the lowest one.

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

Flying via Miami (MIA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 29m, compared with 7h 30m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 7h 50m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

What is the time difference between San José and Columbia?

Columbia is 1 hour 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 Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)?

Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $71 for economy cars. Top options include: • Alamo • Thrifty • Dollar • Enterprise Rent-A-Car • Avis

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

Round-trip flights from San José to Columbia range from $657 to $883, with an average of $816 over the past 12 months. Anything below $657 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from San José to Columbia typically range from $657 to $883. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $694, on United Airlines.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San José to Columbia?

United Airlines ($694) and American Airlines ($728) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San José to Columbia according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) is the most popular layover for the San José to Columbia route. 72% 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 San José to Columbia?

Flights via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $717. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Charlotte Douglas (CLT) had the shortest average connection time for San José to Columbia layovers at 4h 30m over the past 3 months.

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Tue, Apr 13 - Tue, Apr 27

7:55 am - 10:10 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

24h 15m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

10:20 am - 7:37 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

11h 17m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$694United Airlines

Tue, May 4 - Tue, May 18

11:35 pm - 3:45 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

14h 10m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:20 pm - 11:25 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

19h 05m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$728American Airlines

Tue, Apr 13 - Tue, Apr 27

11:35 pm - 4:20 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

14h 45m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl

12:33 pm - 9:36 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

11h 03m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$733American Airlines

Tue, Apr 13 - Tue, Apr 27

11:35 pm - 11:58 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

10h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

7:00 am - 9:36 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

16h 36m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$781American Airlines

Fri, Jan 22 - Tue, Jan 26

1:25 pm - 12:45 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

10h 20m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

12:30 pm - 7:53 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 23m1 stop Newark

$814United Airlines

Fri, Dec 18 - Fri, Dec 25

2:15 pm - 10:01 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

18h 46m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

6:15 am - 8:39 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

15h 24m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,015United Airlines

Fri, Dec 18 - Fri, Dec 25

2:37 pm - 11:51 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

8h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

1:00 pm - 9:46 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

9h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,131JetBlue

Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 9

1:55 pm - 11:45 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

20h 50m1 stop Newark

12:30 pm - 7:53 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 23m1 stop Newark

$1,232United Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from San José to Columbia? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San José to Columbia departing in april.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from San José to Columbia?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from San José to Columbia.
How long is a flight from San José to Columbia?
A nonstop flight from San José to Columbia takes 00m, covering 1,665 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from San José to Columbia?
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 Columbia flight?
Round-trip flights from San José to Columbia range from $657 to $883, with an average of $816 over the past 12 months. Anything below $657 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from San José to Columbia changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $694 to $1,232. That means the highest observed fare was about 77% higher than the lowest one.
What car rental options are available at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)?
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $71 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Alamo
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Avis
Which airports can I use when flying from San José to Columbia?
Flights from San José to Columbia usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Columbia Metropolitan (CAE).
Which airports do connecting flights from San José to Columbia pass through?
One-stop flights from San José to Columbia most commonly connect through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 72% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Newark (EWR) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Miami (MIA) - 6% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San José to Columbia?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 53% on flights from San José to Columbia. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $656 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,378, a difference of $722.

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 San José to Columbia?
Flying via Miami (MIA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 29m, compared with 7h 30m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 7h 50m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).
What is the time difference between San José and Columbia?
Columbia is 1 hour ahead of San José (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average $656, about $722 less than Sunday fares (52% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San José to Columbia trip for March. Fares historically average $490 round-trip in that month - typically $888 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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