Cheap flights to San Jose de Costa Rica

San Jose de Costa Rica airport

Juan Santamaría International - Costa Rica

Place: The town of Alajuela, 18 kilometres from the city of San Jose, Costa Rica  View map

How to get to the city: The airport is linked to the city centre by bus and an official taxi company whose rank is located outside the terminal. There are also car hire companies.

FAQs about our cheap flights to San Jose de Costa Rica

How do I get the cheapest flight to San Jose de Costa Rica?

You can save on your plane ticket and get the cheapest flight if you avoid peak season, book in advance and are flexible about dates and times for both your outbound and return flight.

What days of the week are cheapest to fly to San Jose de Costa Rica?

To find out which day is the cheapest to fly, just start a search in our cheap flight finder. Tell us where you are flying from, where you want to go and what dates you're thinking of. We'll show you the cheapest flights not only for the date you searched but on surrounding days as well, for both the outbound and return flight, so you can find the best deal. And be sure to look carefully at the different flight options we offer every day: certain times may save you even more on the price of your ticket.

When are the best flight deals to San Jose de Costa Rica?

You can get the cheapest flights by travelling outside peak season. Although it depends on the destination, in general Christmas, Easter and school holidays are peak season. Besides, if you're thinking about a weekend getaway, the earlier you book your flight, the better the price.

What day of the week is best for getting a cheap plane ticket to San Jose de Costa Rica?

You can find cheap flights any day of the week. The key to finding the best deals is to book early and be flexible. Usually, the earlier you book your plane tickets, the cheaper they will be. Besides, if you have some wiggle room as regards dates and times of flights, you'll be able to choose the cheapest price.

How far in advance should I book a flight to San Jose de Costa Rica to get the best deal?

The earlier you book your flights, the better the prices. Prices depend on the remaining seats on the flight and whether the cheapest fares (Economy) are still available or are selling out. So booking in advance is essential to get cheap flights.

Which fare guarantees me the best deal for my flight to San Jose de Costa Rica? 

Iberia offers different fares to guarantee the best deal for your travel needs. The Basic fare guarantees you the cheapest flight.

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Hola San Jose de Costa Rica!

Take advantage of our flight deals to San José de Costa Rica to share the simple, natural outlook on life of the "Ticos", as Costa Ricans are known, and discover the meaning of “Pure Life”. You'll soon understand why it's been named one of the happiest countries in the world. As well as the country's natural attractions, San José is an interesting tourist destination where you can explore Costa Rica's cultural and historical past. Take a walk through the historic centre, teeming with colonial architecture, admire the monumental National Theatre and visit some of the museums, such as the "Álvaro Vargas Echeverría" Pre-Columbian Gold Museum, the one dedicated to jade and the National Museum.

If you book one of our cheap flights to San José, be sure to organise an excursion to discover everything the country has to offer. One place not to miss is the Arenal Volcano National Park to see what is widely considered one of the world's most beautiful volcanoes, a perfect cone with clouds usually swirling around the peak. Also well worth a visit are the national parks where the Poás and Irazú volcanoes are located. And of course you should also make time to go to the Tortuguero National Park, situated on the Caribbean coast with over 312 square kilometres of land and sea. It owes its name to the different species of endangered turtles that nest there, but it's also home to sloth bears, alligators, howler monkeys, red-eyed tree frogs and numerous reptile species.

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