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Cheapest return flight
$2,200
Typical prices: $2,334-$3,278
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Thu 15/11Thu 22/11
AKL - SJO • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$1,098
Typical prices: $1,195-$1,709
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Tue 30/1
AKL - SJO • 1 stop
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Cheap Flights to San José

 
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Recent return flight deals to San José

Sun, 15 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
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13:20 - 20:50AKL  Auckland Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
26h 30m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Miami
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06:00 - 09:10SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
32h 10m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth
$2,200Multiple Airlines
Sun, 15 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
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13:20 - 20:50AKL  Auckland Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
26h 30m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Miami
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15:03 - 09:10SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
23h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$2,200Multiple Airlines
Sun, 15 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
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13:20 - 13:46AKL  Auckland Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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15:03 - 09:10SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
23h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$2,523Multiple Airlines
Sun, 10 Jan - Sat, 23 Jan
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15:50 - 20:59AKL  Auckland Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
24h 09m2 stops Los Angeles Miami
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06:30 - 09:55SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
32h 25m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles
$2,709Multiple Airlines
Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
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19:00 - 23:15AKL  Auckland Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
23h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Guatemala City La Aurora
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05:35 - 05:50SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
29h 15m2 stops Guatemala City La Aurora Los Angeles
$2,938Multiple Airlines
Wed, 13 Jan - Sun, 24 Jan
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14:50 - 23:25AKL  Auckland Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
27h 35m2 stops Nadi Los Angeles
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01:23 - 05:00SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
32h 37m1 stop Los Angeles
$2,986Multiple Airlines
Wed, 13 Jan - Tue, 19 Jan
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14:50 - 23:25AKL  Auckland Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
27h 35m2 stops Nadi Los Angeles
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01:23 - 05:50SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
33h 27m1 stop Los Angeles
$3,037Multiple Airlines
Wed, 13 Jan - Mon, 25 Jan
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14:50 - 23:25AKL  Auckland Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
27h 35m2 stops Nadi Los Angeles
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01:23 - 05:50SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
33h 27m1 stop Los Angeles
$3,037Multiple Airlines
Sun, 10 Jan - Sat, 23 Jan
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15:50 - 20:59AKL  Auckland Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
24h 09m2 stops Los Angeles Miami
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14:57 - 09:25SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
23h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$3,379American Airlines
Sun, 10 Jan - Sat, 23 Jan
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15:50 - 20:59AKL  Auckland Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
24h 09m2 stops Los Angeles Miami
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06:00 - 09:25SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
32h 25m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth
$3,386American Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for New Zealand to San José flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from New Zealand to San José with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to San José?

Auckland to San José is the cheapest route at $2,200 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to San José?

A return flight to San José costs $2,780 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Return fares from Christchurch average $2,678, while Wellington runs a bit higher at $2,884.

What is the cheapest day to fly to San José?

Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to San José at $2,370 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Saturday is the most expensive at $3,478.

What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

•October is the cheapest month to fly to San José with an average price of $1,959 return.
•July ($4,512) and June ($3,931) are the most expensive.
•Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to San José?

Afternoon flights to San José are the cheapest at $2,760 return on average. Evening flights are the most expensive at $3,797.

What is a good deal for flights to San José?

Flights under $2,334 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to San José at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Auckland $2,222.

Key details for flights to San José

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$1,098
Best time to beat the crowds (30% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (10% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights to San José

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to San José based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your questions about flights to San José, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • How do I know if a flight to San José is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to San José is around $2,334 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at San José?

    American Airlines operates the most flights from New Zealand to San José at 0 per week, and for this route American Airlines is also the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from New Zealand to San José. The two are sometimes different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

  • Which airlines should I consider for flights to San José?

Your guide to booking San José flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For flights to San José, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to be around $2,334 return. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a good deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, aim to travel to San José in October. Return fares historically average $1,959 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to midday to save up to $1,038 per return. Midday flights to San José average $2,760 compared to $3,797 for afternoon flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.

Reviews of the top airline flying to San José

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to San José? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.0
American AirlinesOverall score based on 12096 reviews
6.4Food
7.4Boarding
7.9Crew
6.8Entertainment
7.2Comfort
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Awfully rude American worker at door when we started boarding flight. Then, walk into a blazing hot airplane with no air conditioning until twenty minutes into the flight. Free entertainment was non existent! My husband, along with the fellow passenger in our row, and I could not get entertainment to work, no WIFI! Really?? Been flying American a long time. Was very disappointed.

2.0 MediocreKimberly, Jun 2026
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Awfully rude American worker at door when we started boarding flight. Then, walk into a blazing hot airplane with no air conditioning until twenty minutes into the flight. Free entertainment was non existent! My husband, along with the fellow passenger in our row, and I could not get entertainment to work, no WIFI! Really?? Been flying American a long time. Was very disappointed.

As we approached Denver, we encountered quite a bit of turbulence. I know this can sometimes be the case as I frequently fly this route but not on American. My gripe: Usually a pilot or co-pilot alerts passengers to the possibility of turbulance ahead of time. This did not occur nor did he communiucate during what was a pretty rough ride.

Our flight was delayed 3 times and this is why I am giving such low reviews. Everything else was okay but being in the airport at 4:30pm for my initial flight at 7pm to not leave until after 9:30pm is insane,

We were upgraded to Business Class. So comfortable with great service and food options

Pathetic check in experience at JFK. Everything is self check in. Not enough staff present to help with when the check in process or the kiosk gets stuck. Staff present not welcoming or pleasant at all. On the other hand the NY based flight crew was great. Courteous and friendly throughout the flight. Special meals leave a lot to be desired. Kids meals should be made available when kids are flying and same goes for special kids meals too.

No explanation of why there was no snack and drink service (unless requested) when there was service in the other direction.

I had purchased a ticket that allowed one check bag yet I was still charged for my bag! the lady at the ticket counter was rude and condescending.

The same with the other leg of the flight. Wi-Fi is more expensive than any other airline I've been on, and the charge is by the hour, not for the whole flight.

A much better flight than our previous. The flight attendant took care of us and regularly checked in to see if we needed anything. Brought us drinks prior to the departure and then a couple more times. Totally makes the difference in how you travel when the crew is checking on their passengers. Great job on this leg of our trip.

Flight was delayed an hour. The pilot said we could deplane but that we wouldn’t be able to get back on. Luckily, my layover in ORD was 2 hours and it didn’t affect my connection. But a lot of people missed their connection and a handful of people elected to get off the plane. There were a lot of upset people and the American crew didn’t seem very sympathetic or accommodating.

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