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

Flights from Vienna to San José usually depart from Vienna Intl (VIE) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

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

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Vienna to San José: • Economy Class • Business Class

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

One-stop flights from Vienna to San José most commonly connect through: • Zurich (ZRH) - 28% of one-stop connections • Madrid Barajas (MAD) - 16% of one-stop connections • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) - 16% of one-stop connections • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 15% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Vienna to San José. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $940 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,118, a difference of $178. 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.

How expensive are last-minute Vienna to San José flights?

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 21% above the $1,058 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

How long is a flight from Vienna to San José?

A nonstop flight from Vienna to San José takes 00m, covering 6,189 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Vienna 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 are flight prices from Vienna to San José looking right now?

One-way fares from Vienna to San José are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,029, which is 20% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Zurich (ZRH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 48m, compared with 15h 11m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 15h 35m via London Heathrow (LHR).

What is the time difference between Vienna and San José?

San José is 8 hours behind Vienna (Central Time vs Central European 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 Vienna to San José flight?

Round-trip flights from Vienna to San José range from $889 to $1,350, with an average of $1,058 over the past 12 months. Anything below $889 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Vienna to San José typically range from $889 to $1,350. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $890, on Air Canada.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vienna 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 Vienna to San José. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Vienna to San José?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Vienna to San José at $847 round-trip. •December ($1,454) and July ($1,401) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 71% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Vienna to San José the cheapest?

Flights from Vienna to San José are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 26% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Vienna to San José?

Air Canada ($890) and United Airlines ($901) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Vienna to San José according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Vienna to San José?

Zurich (ZRH) is the most popular layover for the Vienna to San José route. 28% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ZRH.

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

Flights via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $997. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Zurich (ZRH) had the shortest average connection time for Vienna to San José layovers at 8h 39m over the past 3 months.

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Cheapest round-trip

$890

Typical prices: $889-$1,350

Air Canada

Wed 1/31Mon 3/12

VIE - SJO • 1 stop

Cheapest one-way

$640

Typical prices: $653-$1,067

Multiple Airlines

Fri 10/12

VIE - SJO • 2 stops

Nonstop flights

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There are currently no direct flights between Vienna and San José. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.

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When to book

9 weeks

in advance

Our data shows that travelers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 26% compared to booking last minute.

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When to travel

October

Cheapest • 20% price drop

January

Most popular

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Top layover airports

Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ)

Cheapest • Avg $997 (round-trip)

Zurich (ZRH)

Shortest trip • 14h 48m (one-way)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Vienna to San José

Sat, Jan 30 - Fri, Mar 12

10:35 am - 10:30 pmVIE Vienna Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

18h 55m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

8:45 am - 8:45 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-VIE Vienna Intl

17h 00m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

$890Air Canada

Sun, Jan 31 - Fri, Mar 12

10:35 am - 10:30 pmVIE Vienna Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

18h 55m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

8:45 am - 8:45 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-VIE Vienna Intl

17h 00m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

$890Air Canada

Fri, Oct 30 - Thu, Dec 3

1:55 pm - 11:48 amVIE Vienna Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

28h 53m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl

11:28 pm - 8:20 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-VIE Vienna Intl

25h 52m2 stops Newark Boston Logan Intl

$901United Airlines

Fri, Oct 30 - Sat, Dec 5

11:20 am - 10:25 amVIE Vienna Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

30h 05m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Houston George Bush Intcntl

2:15 pm - 8:30 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-VIE Vienna Intl

35h 15m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$901United Airlines

Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 30

6:10 am - 2:55 pmVIE Vienna Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

15h 45m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Zurich

8:20 pm - 8:20 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-VIE Vienna Intl

17h 00m3 stops Liberia Zurich Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$911Lufthansa

Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 30

5:30 pm - 2:55 pmVIE Vienna Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

28h 25m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Zurich

8:20 pm - 8:20 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-VIE Vienna Intl

17h 00m3 stops Liberia Zurich Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$932Lufthansa

Mon, Feb 15 - Sun, Mar 7

7:05 am - 3:45 pmVIE Vienna Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

15h 40m1 stop Madrid Barajas

5:25 pm - 10:55 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-VIE Vienna Intl

22h 30m1 stop Madrid Barajas

$938Iberia

Sun, Jan 24 - Sun, Feb 14

7:45 pm - 3:45 pmVIE Vienna Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

27h 00m1 stop Madrid Barajas

5:25 pm - 10:55 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-VIE Vienna Intl

22h 30m1 stop Madrid Barajas

$948Iberia

Sun, Nov 8 - Mon, Nov 23

7:15 am - 6:35 pmVIE Vienna Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

42h 20m2 stops Geneva Geneve-Cointrin Zurich

8:20 pm - 9:30 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-VIE Vienna Intl

18h 10m3 stops Liberia Zurich Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

$988SWISS

Fri, Nov 6 - Sat, Nov 14

8:15 pm - 3:15 pmVIE Vienna Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

26h 00m1 stop Zurich

5:00 pm - 8:40 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-VIE Vienna Intl

20h 40m1 stop Zurich

$994SWISS

Recent last minute flight deals from Vienna to San José

Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 21

7:00 am - 5:00 pmVIE Vienna Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

18h 00m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle

7:05 pm - 10:45 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-VIE Vienna Intl

19h 40m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

$949Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 19

8:00 pm - 5:00 pmVIE Vienna Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl