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?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Traverse City to San José.

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 40% on flights from Traverse City to San José. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $479 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $795, a difference of $316. 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.

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

San José is 2 hours 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 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 Traverse City to San José flight?

Round-trip flights from Traverse City to San José range from $489 to $778, with an average of $623 over the past 12 months. Anything below $489 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 $489 to $778. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $660, 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 24% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 27% higher.

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

American Airlines ($660) and United Airlines ($799) 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 $564. 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 18m over the past 3 months.

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Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 19

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

3:56 pm - 2:38 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

21h 42m2 stops Miami Chicago O'Hare Intl

$660American Airlines

Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 19

4:56 pm - 1:50 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

21h 54m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

2:57 pm - 2:38 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

22h 41m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl

$660American Airlines

Tue, Jan 19 - Mon, Jan 25

9:26 pm - 2:56 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

18h 30m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Miami

3:56 pm - 2:41 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

21h 45m2 stops Miami Chicago O'Hare Intl

$669American Airlines

Tue, Jan 19 - Mon, Jan 25

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

1:17 pm - 11:28 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

21h 11m2 stops Miami Chicago O'Hare Intl

$669American Airlines

Tue, Jan 19 - Mon, Jan 25

7:30 pm - 12:15 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

17h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:45 am - 11:59 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

14h 14m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$799United Airlines

Tue, Feb 9 - Sun, Feb 14

7:30 pm - 12:15 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

17h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

2:15 pm - 12:48 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

21h 33m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$837United Airlines

Tue, Jan 19 - Mon, Jan 25

5:10 am - 7:53 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

15h 43m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

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

9h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$882United Airlines

Wed, Mar 24 - Thu, Apr 1

8:06 am - 10:26 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

16h 20m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

12:26 pm - 11:16 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

20h 50m2 stops Miami Chicago O'Hare Intl

$895GOL

Thu, Mar 25 - Fri, Apr 2

5:20 am - 5:16 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

13h 56m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

11:13 am - 11:59 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

34h 46m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,054Multiple Airlines

Tue, Feb 9 - Sun, Feb 14

7:30 pm - 12:15 pmTVC Traverse City Cherry Capital-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

17h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

1:25 pm - 11:52 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-TVC Traverse City Cherry Capital

9h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,086Avianca

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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 january.
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 24% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 27% higher.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Traverse City to San José?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Traverse City to San José.
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 $489 to $778, with an average of $623 over the past 12 months. Anything below $489 counts as a good deal.
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
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 40% on flights from Traverse City to San José. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $479 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $795, a difference of $316.

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 2 hours 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 $479, about $316 less than Wednesday fares (40% 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 $503 round-trip in that month - typically $871 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

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