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Cheapest round-trip
$782
Typical prices: $875-$1,277
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Sat 10/6Mon 10/15
SJO - LIS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$563
Typical prices: $476-$740
Air Transat
Tue 9/11
SJO - LIS • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San José and Lisbon. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
22 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 27% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Miami (MIA)
Cheapest • Avg $874 (round-trip)
Madrid Barajas (MAD)
Shortest trip • 17h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San José to Lisbon (SJO-LIS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San José to Lisbon

Tue, Oct 6 - Thu, Oct 15
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4:10 pm - 4:45 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
17h 35m1 stop Madrid Barajas
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7:00 am - 2:35 pmLIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 35m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$782Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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8:00 pm - 10:35 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
20h 35m1 stop Madrid Barajas
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3:00 pm - 7:15 pmLIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
34h 15m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$827Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 15
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4:10 pm - 2:05 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
14h 55m1 stop Madrid Barajas
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7:00 am - 2:35 pmLIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 35m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$849Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 27
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4:10 pm - 4:05 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
16h 55m1 stop Madrid Barajas
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8:45 pm - 3:45 pmLIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
25h 00m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$878Iberia
Mon, Feb 15 - Sat, Feb 20
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5:25 pm - 11:50 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
12h 25m1 stop Madrid Barajas
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6:45 pm - 3:45 pmLIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
27h 00m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$884Iberia
Mon, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 15
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5:25 pm - 11:25 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
24h 00m1 stop Madrid Barajas
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8:45 pm - 3:45 pmLIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
25h 00m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$892Iberia
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Dec 5
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6:20 pm - 5:30 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
17h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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6:30 pm - 5:30 pmLIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
29h 00m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
$926Air France
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Dec 5
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6:20 pm - 10:25 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
22h 05m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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6:30 pm - 5:30 pmLIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
29h 00m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
$929Air France
Sun, Oct 11 - Fri, Oct 16
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1:40 am - 10:40 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
38h 00m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado London Heathrow
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10:00 pm - 3:25 pmLIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
24h 25m2 stops Madrid Barajas Bogotá El Dorado
$1,242Avianca
Mon, Oct 12 - Tue, Oct 13
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9:25 am - 4:00 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
23h 35m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Barcelona-El Prat
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10:00 pm - 8:50 amLIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
41h 50m2 stops Madrid Barajas Bogotá El Dorado
$1,298Avianca
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Price, demand and travel trends for San José to Lisbon flights

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

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

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Lisbon, it is 12% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 13% 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 Lisbon?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Lisbon at $794 round-trip.
  • August ($1,354) and March ($1,241) 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 Lisbon the cheapest?

Flights from San José to Lisbon are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 19% 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 Lisbon flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$563
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 12% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 13% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San José to Lisbon

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

    Flights from San José to Lisbon usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS).

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from San José to Lisbon:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

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

    • Madrid Barajas (MAD) - 70% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Miami (MIA) - 2% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) - 2% of one-stop connections

    Madrid Barajas (MAD) 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 Lisbon?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 23% on the San José to Lisbon route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $967 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,246, a difference of $279. 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 Lisbon?

    Some of the most popular sights in Lisbon are Chiado, Lisbon Oriente Station and Lisbon City Hall. These are among the most viewed places in Lisbon on KAYAK.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 5% above the route average of $1,094. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from San José to Lisbon takes 0h 00m, covering 4,982 miles.

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

    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 Lisbon 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 $782 to $7,155. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San José to Lisbon are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $907, which is 59% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Madrid Barajas (MAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 17h 17m, compared with 17h 25m via Miami (MIA) and 17h 59m via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL).

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

    Lisbon is 7 hours ahead of San José (Western European Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS)?

    Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $2 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Klass Wagen
    · Goldcar Rental SP
    · Drive on Holiday
    · GREEN MOTION
    · Guerin

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

    Round-trip flights from San José to Lisbon range from $875 to $1,277, with an average of $1,094 over the past 12 months. Anything below $875 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San José to Lisbon 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 Monday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Monday flights average $967 - about $279 less than Friday (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 19% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San José to Lisbon trip for February. Fares historically average $794 round-trip in that month - typically $560 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport.
    - B&B Hotel Lisboa Aeroporto
    - Masa Hotel Wellness & Spa Campo Grande Lisbon
    - Meliá Lisboa Aeroporto

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

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San José (SJO)
Lisbon (LIS)