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Cheapest round-trip
$388
Typical prices: $263-$351
Avianca
Tue 10/30Thu 11/1
SAP - SJO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$354
Typical prices: $147-$225
Avianca
Mon 12/3
SAP - SJO • 1 stop
Avoid delays
Most punctual • 92% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 14% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 10% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $277 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 30m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Pedro Sula to San José (SAP-SJO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Pedro Sula to San José

Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1
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4:30 am - 11:25 amSAP  San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
6h 55m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl
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7:45 pm - 11:40 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SAP San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda
3h 55m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl
$388Avianca
Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19
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8:10 pm - 11:40 pmSAP  San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
3h 30m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl
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7:45 pm - 11:25 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SAP San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda
3h 40m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl
$401Avianca
Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 10
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4:30 am - 8:50 amSAP  San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
4h 20m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl
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3:10 pm - 6:50 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SAP San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda
3h 40m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl
$401Avianca
Mon, Nov 2 - Wed, Nov 11
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4:30 am - 8:50 amSAP  San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
4h 20m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl
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5:10 am - 8:35 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SAP San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda
3h 25m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl
$401Avianca
Wed, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 1
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1:42 pm - 9:07 amSAP  San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 25m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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5:53 pm - 11:32 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SAP San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda
5h 39m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$430Copa Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Wed, Dec 30
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1:42 pm - 9:04 amSAP  San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 22m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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5:53 pm - 12:42 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SAP San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda
18h 49m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$430Copa Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Sun, Nov 1
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1:39 pm - 9:51 pmSAP  San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 12m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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6:05 pm - 12:44 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SAP San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda
18h 39m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$430Copa Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 3
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4:30 am - 11:25 amSAP  San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
6h 55m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl
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1:16 pm - 5:00 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SAP San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda
27h 44m3 stops Cancun Mexico City Benito Juarez Guatemala City La Aurora
$871Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Sun, Oct 11
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8:10 pm - 11:40 pmSAP  San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
3h 30m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl
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6:05 pm - 12:44 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SAP San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda
18h 39m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$893Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 12
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8:00 am - 9:56 pmSAP  San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
13h 56m2 stops Guatemala City La Aurora Mexico City Benito Juarez
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6:05 pm - 12:44 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-SAP San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda
18h 39m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$894Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Pedro Sula to San José flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from San Pedro Sula to San José start at $388. Prices are above average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $263 to $351. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $388 on Avianca.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Pedro Sula to San José, it is 6% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 10% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Pedro Sula to San José?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from San Pedro Sula to San José at $272 round-trip.
•July ($352) and June ($350) 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 Pedro Sula to San José the cheapest?

Flights from San Pedro Sula to San José are cheapest 3 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 14% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for San Pedro Sula to San José flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$354
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 16% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
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When to book flights from San Pedro Sula to San José

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Pedro Sula to San José based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San Pedro Sula to San José 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 Pedro Sula to San José?

    Flights from San Pedro Sula to San José usually depart from San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda (SAP) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from San Pedro Sula to San José?

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $272 round-trip and layover options via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) at $277.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from San Pedro Sula to San José?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

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

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

    • San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) - 62% of one-stop connections
    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 37% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 0% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 0% of one-stop connections

    San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Pedro Sula to San José?

    On the San Pedro Sula to San José route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 15%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $286 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $336: a $50 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from San Pedro Sula to San José?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the San Pedro Sula to San José route, 8% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 3 minutes.

  • What popular places can I visit in San José?

    Some of the most popular sights in San José are Parque Metropolitano La Sabana, Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and Museo de Oro. These are among the most viewed places in San José on KAYAK.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 7% above the route average of $303. Book 3 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from San Pedro Sula to San José?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from San Pedro Sula to San José. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 30m and 12h 59m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    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 Pedro Sula to San José 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 $411 to $2,208. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Pedro Sula to San José are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $374, which is 114% above the typical average for this route.

  • How does Avianca’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on San Pedro Sula to San José flights?

    Avianca is the only airline operating San Pedro Sula to San José flights. 92% of its flights are on time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from San Pedro Sula to San José?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

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

    Flying via San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 30m, compared with 5h 22m via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) and 11h 15m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

  • What car rental options are available at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO)?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Budget
    • Avis
    • Priceless
    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Payless

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

    Round-trip flights from San Pedro Sula to San José range from $263 to $351, with an average of $303 over the past 12 months. Anything below $263 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San Pedro Sula to San José 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 Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $286 - about $50 less than Sunday (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 3 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 14% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Pedro Sula to San José trip for January. Fares historically average $272 round-trip in that month - typically $80 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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