Which airports can I use when flying from Traverse City to San José?

Flights from Traverse City to San José usually depart from Traverse City Cherry Capital (TVC) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Traverse City to San José?

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Traverse City to San José: • Economy Class • First Class

Which airports do connecting flights from Traverse City to San José pass through?

Most connecting flights from Traverse City to San José pass through Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Traverse City to San José?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 45% on flights from Traverse City to San José. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $445 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $795, a difference of $350. 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 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.

Do I need a passport to fly from Traverse City 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 Traverse City 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 $546 to $3,509. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Traverse City and San José?

San José is 1 hour behind Traverse City (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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 averaging $30 for economy cars. Top options include: • Priceless • Avis • Budget • Alamo • Payless

How much should I expect to pay for a Traverse City to San José flight?

Round-trip flights from Traverse City to San José range from $517 to $832, with an average of $657 over the past 12 months. Anything below $517 counts as a good deal.

How much is a round-trip flight from Traverse City to San José?

Round-trip flights from Traverse City to San José typically range from $517 to $832. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $546, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Traverse City to San José. It’s 33% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 21% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Traverse City to San José?

American Airlines ($546) and United Airlines ($695) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Traverse City to San José according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Traverse City to San José?

Flights via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $698. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Traverse City to San José which airport offers the shortest layover?

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) had the shortest average connection time for Traverse City to San José layovers at 8h 44m over the past 3 months.

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Mon, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 8

4:56 pm - 2:00 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

22h 04m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

6:30 am - 11:43 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

16h 13m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl

$546American Airlines

Wed, Jan 6 - Sun, Jan 31

8:24 am - 11:15 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

15h 51m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Guatemala City La Aurora

5:35 am - 10:18 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

15h 43m2 stops Guatemala City La Aurora Chicago O'Hare Intl

$624Multiple Airlines

Wed, Feb 24 - Wed, Mar 3

4:39 pm - 1:49 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

22h 10m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

3:23 pm - 11:18 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

18h 55m2 stops Miami Chicago O'Hare Intl

$649American Airlines

Wed, Jan 27 - Wed, Feb 24

6:00 am - 8:39 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

15h 39m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:25 pm - 11:41 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

9h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$695United Airlines

Wed, Jan 27 - Wed, Feb 24

6:00 am - 6:16 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

13h 16m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

9:05 am - 10:15 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

12h 10m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

$695United Airlines

Tue, Jan 5 - Tue, Jan 26

6:33 am - 11:01 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

17h 28m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

6:00 am - 8:51 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

13h 51m2 stops Miami Chicago O'Hare Intl

$695American Airlines

Thu, Jan 7 - Thu, Feb 4

6:00 am - 8:39 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

15h 39m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:25 pm - 11:59 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

9h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$711United Airlines

Thu, Jan 7 - Thu, Feb 4

4:56 pm - 12:30 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

20h 34m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas

6:30 am - 11:43 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

16h 13m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl

$715American Airlines

Fri, Jan 8 - Sat, Jan 30

6:31 pm - 9:36 amTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

16h 05m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl

1:49 pm - 10:00 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

19h 11m1 stop Tampa

$751Multiple Airlines

Fri, Jan 8 - Wed, Feb 3

6:31 pm - 9:36 amTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

16h 05m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl

1:49 pm - 10:00 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

19h 11m1 stop Tampa

$757Multiple Airlines

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Price, demand and travel trends for Traverse City to San José flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Traverse City to San José? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Traverse City to San José departing in february.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Traverse City to San José?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Traverse City to San José. It’s 33% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 21% higher.

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Cheapest flight	$546

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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Traverse City to San José?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Traverse City to San José:

• Economy Class
• First Class
Do I need a passport to fly from Traverse City 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.
How much should I expect to pay for a Traverse City to San José flight?
Round-trip flights from Traverse City to San José range from $517 to $832, with an average of $657 over the past 12 months. Anything below $517 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Traverse City 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 $546 to $3,509. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.
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 averaging $30 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Priceless
• Avis
• Budget
• Alamo
• Payless
Which airports can I use when flying from Traverse City to San José?
Flights from Traverse City to San José usually depart from Traverse City Cherry Capital (TVC) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).
Which airports do connecting flights from Traverse City to San José pass through?
Most connecting flights from Traverse City to San José pass through Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Traverse City to San José?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 45% on flights from Traverse City to San José. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $445 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $795, a difference of $350.

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 is the time difference between Traverse City and San José?
San José is 1 hour behind Traverse City (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
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.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $445, about $350 less than Wednesday fares (44% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Traverse City to San José trip for January. Fares historically average $463 round-trip in that month - typically $2,339 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

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