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A good deal on a flight to San José is around $374 round-trip. This fare is in the lowest 25% of round-trip prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

Nonstop flight time to San José varies depending on your departure city:

• From Orlando: 3h 10m
• From Tampa: 3h 15m
• From Washington, D.C.: 5h 01m
• From New York: 5h 14m
• From San Francisco: 6h 24m

Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to San José are from Orlando, starting at $331 round-trip, and from Washington, D.C., starting at $374 round-trip.

Last-minute fares to San José (booked within 2 weeks of departure) are typically 4% lower than the average round-trip fare of $522. Booking late can sometimes save money, but availability is limited.

United Airlines operates the most flights from the United States to San José at 41 per week, and for this route United Airlines is also the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United States to San José. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveler choice.

United Airlines, American Airlines and JetBlue are the most popular airlines among KAYAK users flying to San José. United Airlines has the best on-time record at the destination's main airport.

San José receives 18 flights per day and 125 per week from across the world. Miami has the most flights to San José, with 26 weekly flights.

San Jose International’s Power Suites are the ideal work stations for business travelers trying to fit in a dash of work prior to boarding their flights. The work stations feature built-in power outlets and frosted glass to give you a sense of privacy, even in the middle of a bustling airport.

San Jose knows that service animals are more popular than ever before and, as a major airport in a major urban area, they have to be ready for this influx. As such, there are multiple pet relief areas located both inside and outside the airport. The outside pet relief area even sports faux fire hydrants to give the area the perfect ambiance to make it a comfortable space for visiting service animals.

California truly is king when it comes to the modern food wave that has hit the U.S. over the past couple decades, and San Jose International Airport certainly matches that reputation. San Jose classics such as San Jose Joe’s and The Brit can both be found within the terminals. Better yet, travelers can expect the same quality that they would find back at the original restaurants.

Ever wondered who the people behind all of San Jose International Airport’s art are? If so, check out the Airport Public Art Program Audio Tour. You can access and listen to interviews of the artists themselves, all the while perusing the wonderful and eclectic art at San Jose International.

In addition to Juan Santamaria in Alajuela (SJO), the other international airport is called Liberia International Airport. However, SJO has many more flight options as it is the main hub of the country. Furthermore, it is close to other Costa Rican destinations like Jaco, Puerto Tortuguero, Dominical, San Isidro de Perez Zeledon, and Turrialba. If you do decide to fly into SJO, be sure you don’t get it mixed up with San Jose, California (JCO).

The city center is 6 miles from the airport and local buses will take you to any one of the city’s bus terminals, including Terminal Atlantico Norte and Caribe, 7-10, and Pulmitam. The buses can be found curbside outside of the main international terminal. The route will typically take under an hour, although can take longer if you are traveling during rush hour.

There are three lounges at SJO, these include Copa Club (located in International Departures in front of Gate 5), the Santamaria VIP Lounge (also located by Gate 5), and the VIP Lounge Costa Rica (also located by Gate 5). The latter two lounges have options to pay for a day pass at the door, while the former is only open to members.

For travelers who have mobility restrictions, SJO Airport has handicap and limited mobility-enabled ramps, escalators, elevators, and restrooms. Further assistance can be contracted by contacting the airline at least 48 hours before departure.