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Cheapest round-trip
$1,321
Typical prices: $1,220-$1,715
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/8Tue 11/27
SJO - NRT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$562
Typical prices: $590-$1,039
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/3
SJO - NRT • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San José and Tokyo Narita Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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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 17% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 13% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL)
Cheapest • Avg $401 (round-trip)
Guatemala City La Aurora (GUA)
Shortest trip • 8h 01m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San José to Narita (SJO-NRT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San José to Narita

Sun, Nov 8 - Fri, Nov 27
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1:46 am - 12:00 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
43h 14m2 stops Los Angeles Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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2:00 pm - 9:35 amNRT  Tokyo Narita-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
34h 35m3 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl Guatemala City La Aurora
$1,321Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Thu, Feb 4
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1:23 am - 7:20 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
50h 57m2 stops Los Angeles Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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8:20 pm - 9:35 amNRT  Tokyo Narita-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
52h 15m3 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl Guatemala City La Aurora
$1,322Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Tue, Oct 27
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7:10 am - 12:25 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
38h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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8:20 pm - 8:35 amNRT  Tokyo Narita-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
51h 15m3 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl Guatemala City La Aurora
$1,323Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Mon, Feb 22
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1:15 am - 4:30 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
48h 15m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Toronto Pearson Intl
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6:15 pm - 8:39 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
41h 24m2 stops Vancouver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$1,532Air Canada
Tue, Jan 19 - Tue, Feb 23
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1:15 am - 4:30 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
48h 15m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Toronto Pearson Intl
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6:15 pm - 8:39 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
41h 24m2 stops Vancouver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$1,532Air Canada
Tue, Jan 19 - Tue, Jan 26
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1:15 am - 4:30 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
48h 15m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Toronto Pearson Intl
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6:15 pm - 8:39 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
41h 24m2 stops Vancouver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$1,532Air Canada
Tue, Jan 19 - Mon, Feb 22
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1:45 pm - 6:30 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
25h 45m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
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9:35 am - 10:15 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
27h 40m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$2,431Aeromexico
Fri, Feb 5 - Sun, Feb 21
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7:15 am - 6:30 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
32h 15m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
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9:35 am - 10:15 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
27h 40m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$2,505Aeromexico
Mon, Sep 14 - Sun, Sep 20
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1:25 pm - 2:00 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
33h 35m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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5:05 pm - 7:15 amNRT  Tokyo Narita-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
29h 10m1 stop San Francisco
$2,512United Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Sun, Sep 20
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7:55 am - 2:15 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
39h 20m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles
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5:05 pm - 7:15 amNRT  Tokyo Narita-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
29h 10m1 stop San Francisco
$2,512United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San José to Tokyo Narita Airport flights

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

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Tokyo Narita Airport?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Tokyo Narita Airport, it is 4% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 2% 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 Tokyo Narita Airport?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Tokyo Narita Airport at $1,237 round-trip.
  • December ($1,662) and June ($1,654) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 34% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from San José to Tokyo Narita Airport the cheapest?

Flights from San José to Tokyo Narita Airport are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 17% 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 Tokyo Narita Airport flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$562
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 4% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flight from San José to Tokyo Narita Airport

When to book flights from San José to Narita

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San José to Narita 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 Tokyo Narita Airport 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 Tokyo Narita Airport?

    Flights from San José to Tokyo Narita Airport usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Tokyo Narita (NRT).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San José to Tokyo Narita Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from San José to Tokyo Narita Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San José to Tokyo Narita Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from San José to Tokyo Narita Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 57% of one-stop connections
    • Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 6% of one-stop connections

    Los Angeles (LAX) 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 Tokyo Narita Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 6% on the San José to Tokyo Narita Airport route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,385 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,466, a difference of $81. 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 Tokyo Narita Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Tokyo Narita Airport are Ginza, Shinjuku Train Station and Haneda Airport International Terminal Train Station. These are among the most viewed places in Tokyo Narita Airport on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from San José to Tokyo Narita Airport?

    A nonstop flight from San José to Tokyo Narita Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 8,139 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from San José to Tokyo Narita Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San José to Tokyo Narita Airport:

    • 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 Tokyo Narita Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 3% above the route average of $1,428. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San José to Tokyo Narita Airport?

    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 Tokyo Narita Airport 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 $1,321 to $8,404. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from San José to Tokyo Narita Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from San José to Tokyo Narita Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,097, which is 45% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Guatemala City La Aurora (GUA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 01m, compared with 8h 35m via San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) and 10h 54m via Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM).

  • What is the time difference between San José and Tokyo Narita Airport?

    Tokyo Narita Airport is 15 hours ahead of San José (Japan Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)?

    Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $14 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Relax Rent A Car
    · Yesaway
    · Times
    · IX Rental
    · JDM Rent a car

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San José to Tokyo Narita Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from San José to Tokyo Narita Airport range from $1,220 to $1,715, with an average of $1,428 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,220 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San José to Tokyo Narita Airport 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 $1,385 - about $81 less than Friday (6% 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 17% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San José to Tokyo Narita Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $1,237 round-trip in that month - typically $425 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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

Information on your arrival and departure airports

San José (SJO)
Narita (NRT)