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

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Seattle to San José takes 00m, covering 3,405 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Seattle to San José range from $503 to $794, with an average of $638 over the past 12 months. Anything below $503 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 3% above the $638 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

One-way fares from Seattle to San José are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $294.

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

Flights from Seattle to San José usually depart from Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

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

• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 37% of one-stop connections
• Los Angeles (LAX) - 20% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 19% of one-stop connections
• San Francisco (SFO) - 14% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Seattle to San José. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $583 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $698, a difference of $115.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Flying via Houston Hobby (HOU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 28m, compared with 10h 43m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 10h 53m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

San José is 1 hour ahead of Seattle (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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.

Spirit Airlines ensures a favorable pet policy for flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to San Jose International Airport (SJO). One pet per person is permitted in the cabin by Spirit Airlines. The pet and carrier weight should not exceed 20 lb. Acceptable pets include small dogs, household birds cats, and domestic rabbits.

Passengers will have several layover options for this route. United Airlines, Avianca, has a layover at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and El Salvador International Airport (SAL). United Airlines has its layover at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), and American Airlines at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW).

San José International Airport (SJC) offers a variety of transportation options for getting into the city. The most convenient choice, VTA Airport Flyer, offers a bus service outside the terminal building. It operates straightforward service to the central area of San Jose, a journey that lasts around 20 minutes. One can find additional shuttle vans and taxis near baggage claim.

Yes, hiring a vehicle at San Jose's international airport is feasible. The rental car companies positioned at the airport comprise Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Fox, Hertz, National, and Thrifty. All rental car businesses are situated on the ground floor of the terminal, except Fox, which is on the upper floor. The vehicle rentals vary, including economy to high-end cars, sport utility vehicles, and minivans.