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Cheapest round-trip
$960
Typical prices: $1,270-$1,522
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Tue 1/16Tue 1/30
SJO - PRG • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$989
Typical prices: $654-$894
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Sat 12/22
SJO - PRG • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San José and Prague. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
21 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 38% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 7% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Madrid Barajas (MAD)
Cheapest • Avg $1,039 (round-trip)
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Shortest trip • 15h 10m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San José to Prague (SJO-PRG)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San José to Prague

Sat, Jan 16 - Sat, Jan 30
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9:30 pm - 9:45 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PRG Václav Havel Prague
17h 15m1 stop Madrid Barajas
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9:35 am - 7:00 pmPRG  Václav Havel Prague-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 25m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$960Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 15
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9:45 pm - 9:30 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PRG Václav Havel Prague
16h 45m2 stops Madrid Barajas Bergamo Orio Al Serio
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6:10 am - 7:15 pmPRG  Václav Havel Prague-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
20h 05m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$1,006Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 12
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9:45 pm - 8:35 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PRG Václav Havel Prague
15h 50m1 stop Madrid Barajas
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9:35 am - 7:00 pmPRG  Václav Havel Prague-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 25m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$1,018Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 28 - Sat, Dec 12
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9:30 pm - 9:45 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PRG Václav Havel Prague
17h 15m1 stop Madrid Barajas
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9:35 am - 7:00 pmPRG  Václav Havel Prague-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 25m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$1,031Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 9
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9:45 pm - 9:30 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PRG Václav Havel Prague
16h 45m2 stops Madrid Barajas Bergamo Orio Al Serio
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1:55 pm - 5:30 pmPRG  Václav Havel Prague-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
34h 35m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$1,033Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 12
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9:45 pm - 9:30 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PRG Václav Havel Prague
16h 45m2 stops Madrid Barajas Bergamo Orio Al Serio
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9:35 am - 7:00 pmPRG  Václav Havel Prague-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 25m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$1,034Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 15
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9:45 pm - 8:35 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PRG Václav Havel Prague
15h 50m1 stop Madrid Barajas
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6:10 am - 7:15 pmPRG  Václav Havel Prague-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
20h 05m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$1,046Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 28 - Sat, Dec 12
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9:30 pm - 6:50 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PRG Václav Havel Prague
38h 20m2 stops Madrid Barajas Milan Malpensa
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9:35 am - 7:00 pmPRG  Václav Havel Prague-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 25m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$1,051Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 28 - Tue, Dec 15
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9:30 pm - 9:45 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PRG Václav Havel Prague
17h 15m1 stop Madrid Barajas
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6:10 am - 7:15 pmPRG  Václav Havel Prague-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
20h 05m1 stop Madrid Barajas
$1,060Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 9
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9:45 pm - 8:50 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PRG Václav Havel Prague
28h 05m2 stops Madrid Barajas Zurich
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6:45 am - 5:30 pmPRG  Václav Havel Prague-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
41h 45m2 stops Zurich Madrid Barajas
$1,062Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San José to Prague flights

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

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Prague, it is 5% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 7% 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 Prague?

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Prague at $1,274 round-trip.
  • July ($1,650) and December ($1,497) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 29% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from San José to Prague the cheapest?

Flights from San José to Prague are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 38% 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 Prague flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$960
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 5% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 7% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San José to Prague

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

    Flights from San José to Prague usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Václav Havel Prague (PRG).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

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

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 15% of one-stop connections

    Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) 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 Prague?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 11% on the San José to Prague route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,313 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,471, a difference of $158. 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 Prague?

    Some of the most popular sights in Prague are Prague Central Station, Prague City Centre and Pražský orloj. These are among the most viewed places in Prague on KAYAK.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 1% above the route average of $1,374. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from San José to Prague takes 0h 00m, covering 6,055 miles.

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

    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 Prague 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 $960 to $4,612. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San José to Prague are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,396, which is 86% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 10m, compared with 16h 36m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 16h 41m via Zurich (ZRH).

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

    Prague is 8 hours ahead of San José (Central European Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Václav Havel Prague Airport (PRG)?

    Václav Havel Prague Airport (PRG) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $8 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Rent Plus
    · NU Car
    · Alamo
    · Budget
    · CarWiz

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

    Round-trip flights from San José to Prague range from $1,270 to $1,522, with an average of $1,374 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,270 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San José to Prague 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 Wednesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,313 - about $158 less than Thursday (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 38% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San José to Prague trip for November. Fares historically average $1,274 round-trip in that month - typically $376 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 Václav Havel Prague Airport.
    - Courtyard by Marriott Prague Airport
    - Ramada by Wyndham Airport Prague
    - Holiday Inn Prague Airport By IHG

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