Cheap flights from SFO to SJO (San Francisco Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from SFO to SJO starting at $227 One Way, $452 Round Trip

Prices starting at $452 for return flights and $227 for one-way flights to Juan Santamaría Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Nov 3
SFO
San Francisco
SJO
San José
$452 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$452
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 21 from San Francisco to San José, returning Tue, Nov 3, priced at $452 found 4 days ago
Tue, Dec 8 - Mon, Dec 14
SFO
San Francisco
SJO
San José
$560 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$560
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, Dec 8 from San Francisco to San José, returning Mon, Dec 14, priced at $560 found 2 days ago
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19
SFO
San Francisco
SJO
San José
$658 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$658
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 12 from San Francisco to San José, returning Thu, Nov 19, priced at $658 found 1 day ago
Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4
SFO
San Francisco
SJO
San José
$706 Roundtrip, just found
$706
Roundtrip
just found
Select Copa flight, departing Fri, Nov 27 from San Francisco to San José, returning Fri, Dec 4, priced at $706 just found
Thu, Oct 22 - Sat, Oct 31
SFO
San Francisco
SJO
San José
$750 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$750
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Thu, Oct 22 from San Francisco to San José, returning Sat, Oct 31, priced at $750 found 6 hours ago

Hotel Ideas near Juan Santamaría Intl.

Airport Hotels near Juan Santamaría Intl.

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Radial Francisco J. Orlich Rio Segundo Alajuela
$87 nightly
The price is $98 total per night from Sep 16 to Sep 17
$98 total
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Plaza Los Mangos Rio Segundo Alajuela
$103 nightly
The price is $117 total per night from Sep 5 to Sep 6
$117 total
Sep 5 - Sep 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Clean room and the staff were friendly. We had dinner at the hotel restaurant and it was a large portion. Would recommend for a good night stay before leaving from the airport."

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
$114 nightly
The price is $129 total per night from Sep 4 to Sep 5
$129 total
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,671 reviews)
"I really like this hotel, everything is good and is very close to a lot of locations. I am recommending to everyone!"

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In San José

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Radial Francisco J. Orlich Rio Segundo Alajuela
$87 nightly
The price is $98 total per night from Sep 16 to Sep 17
$98 total
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

5 out of 5
Autopista Grl. Canas, Cruce San Antonio La Asunción
$99 nightly
The price is $112 total per night from Sep 4 to Sep 5
$112 total
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Very clean. Helpful and friendly staff. They even called the doctor at 4:00AM when my son suddenly got sick. Nice amenities. But the paid breakfast was not worth it."

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

3 out of 5
Pan American Highway La Asunción Heredia
$103 nightly
The price is $117 total per night from Sep 4 to Sep 5
$117 total
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (593 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2026

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

San José Hotels With Airport Transportation

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Plaza Los Mangos Rio Segundo Alajuela
$103 nightly
The price is $117 total per night from Sep 5 to Sep 6
$117 total
Sep 5 - Sep 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Clean room and the staff were friendly. We had dinner at the hotel restaurant and it was a large portion. Would recommend for a good night stay before leaving from the airport."

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Barceló San José

Barceló San José

4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas 3km San José San Jose
$81 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$92 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in San José. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,133 reviews)
"Buena opción, excelente desayuno"

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2026

Barceló San José
La Riviera Hotel B&B

La Riviera Hotel B&B

3 out of 5
100 mts south of Cemetery San Antonio de Belen Heredia
$105 nightly
The price is $119 total per night from Aug 19 to Aug 20
$119 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in San Antonio de Belen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"I had a very pleasant stay at La Riviera. This was my first trip to Costa Rica and I was travelling alone with my 12-year-old daughter. La Riviera was the perfect first stop in a road trip of 10 days. The staff was really warm and friendly and helped me with many questions I had about driving around ..."

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2026

La Riviera Hotel B&B
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced San José Hotels

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
Alajuela, 2nd. Av., 1st. Street Alajuela Alajuela
$63 nightly
The price is $71 total per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
$71 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (749 reviews)
"Rooms not clean. Old furniture and beds. breakfast good."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2026

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
Hotel El Maragato

Hotel El Maragato

3 out of 5
Ave Central San José San Jose
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Sabana Park and National ...
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Hotel El Maragato
Hotel Luisiana

Hotel Luisiana

3.5 out of 5
100 west and 400 south from Cruz Roja Uruca San Jose
$77 nightly
The price is $86 total per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
$86 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Uruca. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Son muy inflexibles con las horas de salida y encontré visible insectos desagradables"

Reviewed on Jun 11, 2026

Hotel Luisiana
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in San José

Hotel Robledal

Hotel Robledal

3 out of 5
400mts Oeste De La Iglesia de El Roble San Antonio Alajuela
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (410 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, babysitting, free breakfast for the whole family, free airport shuttle

Travelers say...
"Friendly and very comfortable. Lots of birds to view."

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2024

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Hotel Robledal
Hotel Luisiana

Hotel Luisiana

3.5 out of 5
100 west and 400 south from Cruz Roja Uruca San Jose
$77 nightly
The price is $86 total per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
$86 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Uruca. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, bicycle rentals nearby

Travelers say...
"Son muy inflexibles con las horas de salida y encontré visible insectos desagradables"

Reviewed on Jun 11, 2026

Hotel Luisiana
Trapp Family Country Inn

Trapp Family Country Inn

3 out of 5
400m west of soccer field San Antonio Alajuela
$86 nightly
The price is $97 total per night from Aug 19 to Aug 20
$97 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this inn in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Trapp Family Country Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

SFO to SJO Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
SFO Address & GPS
Address:
San Francisco CA, 94128
United States
IATA Code:
SFO
Longitude:
-122.389881
Latitude:
37.615215
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles
SJO Address & GPS
Address:
San Jose ,
Costa Rica
IATA Code:
SJO
Longitude:
-84.20408
Latitude:
9.998238
Time Zone:
America/Costa_Rica

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from San Francisco Airport to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Flying from San Francisco Airport to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)? Breaking up the journey is your only option as there are currently no carriers that run nonstop on this route. However, United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta Air Lines offer the nearest thing — a flight with just a single stopover.
What is the shortest flight from San Francisco Airport to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport?
The trip from San Francisco to San José is classed as a long-haul flight. Indeed, the shortest flight time from SFO to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport is a lengthy 10 hours and 26 minutes. Try to get a few hours of sleep on the plane to arrive feeling refreshed and keep jet lag at bay.
How many hours flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to SJO?
From the time you leave San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to the instant the plane taxis into the terminal at SJO, you'll have been traveling for roughly 10 hours and 30 minutes. Breeze through this lengthy flight by bringing essentials like a travel pillow, earplugs, an eye mask and a cozy sweater.
What airlines have the most flights from San Francisco Airport to SJO?
You'll have to make one or more stopovers if you're planning to fly from San Francisco Airport to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO). For now, you won't find any airlines that offer direct flights on this route.

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