Cheap flights from DTW to SJO (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Juan Santamaría Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from DTW to SJO starting at $133 One Way, $308 Round Trip

Prices starting at $308 for return flights and $133 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.

Thu, May 28 - Sun, May 31
DTW
Detroit
SJO
San José
$308 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$308
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 28 from Detroit to San José, returning Sun, May 31, priced at $308 found 3 days ago
Sun, Mar 22 - Thu, Mar 26
DTW
Detroit
SJO
San José
$376 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$376
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sun, Mar 22 from Detroit to San José, returning Thu, Mar 26, priced at $376 found 5 days ago
Tue, Apr 21 - Fri, May 1
DTW
Detroit
SJO
San José
$496 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$496
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, Apr 21 from Detroit to San José, returning Fri, May 1, priced at $496 found 8 hours ago
Tue, May 12 - Fri, May 22
DTW
Detroit
SJO
San José
$496 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$496
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 12 from Detroit to San José, returning Fri, May 22, priced at $496 found 20 hours ago
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
DTW
Detroit
SJO
San José
$674 Roundtrip, just found
$674
Roundtrip
just found
Select Air Canada flight, departing Mon, Oct 19 from Detroit to San José, returning Mon, Oct 26, priced at $674 just found

Hotel Ideas near Juan Santamaría Intl.

Airport Hotels near Juan Santamaría Intl.

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
The price is $160 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$160 total
per night
Apr 5 - Apr 6
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! (2,487 reviews)
We had a lovely stay at the hotel, which was conveniently located just a short hop from the airport. The dining options and bar were great, and we really enjoyed the delicious breakfast the next morning. Overall, it was a fantastic experience!

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

3.5 out of 5
Francisco J. Orlich Road Alajuela Alajuela
The price is $184 total per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
$184 total
per night
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,651 reviews)
Airport shuttle is convenient. every 15mins close to the city mall , it is easy to find the restaurant. The room is clean and good location.

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
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
The price is $203 total per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
$203 total
per night
Apr 1 - Apr 2
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! (1,001 reviews)
Clean room, friendly staff, airport shuttle, convenient restaurant.

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
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

Barceló San José

Barceló San José

4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas 3km San José San Jose
The price is $73 total per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
$73 total
per night
Mar 31 - Apr 1
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! (1,927 reviews)
Great restaurants on the property, friendly staff, great spa.

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

Barceló San José
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas La Asunción Heredia
The price is $116 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$116 total
per night
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Book a stay at this spa hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,017 reviews)
After we checked in with Simon, who was very kind and thorough, we were greeted by Marvin who assisted us with our bags to our room. Marvin was super friendly, kind and helpful. We had been traveling for hours from Jaco and were very interested in getting a meal. We went to the hotel restaurant and ...

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
The price is $160 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$160 total
per night
Apr 5 - Apr 6
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! (2,487 reviews)
We had a lovely stay at the hotel, which was conveniently located just a short hop from the airport. The dining options and bar were great, and we really enjoyed the delicious breakfast the next morning. Overall, it was a fantastic experience!

Reviewed on Mar 12, 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.

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
The price is $203 total per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
$203 total
per night
Apr 1 - Apr 2
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! (1,001 reviews)
Clean room, friendly staff, airport shuttle, convenient restaurant.

Reviewed on Mar 12, 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
The price is $73 total per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
$73 total
per night
Mar 31 - Apr 1
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! (1,927 reviews)
Great restaurants on the property, friendly staff, great spa.

Reviewed on Mar 13, 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
The price is $116 total per night from Mar 19 to Mar 20
$116 total
per night
Mar 19 - Mar 20
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! (1,018 reviews)
Pick up and drop off at airport is excellent

Reviewed on Mar 11, 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
The price is $123 total per night from Mar 14 to Mar 15
$123 total
per night
Mar 14 - Mar 15
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! (721 reviews)
The staff was very helpful and friendly.

Reviewed on Feb 22, 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
The price is $112 total per night from Mar 14 to Mar 15
$112 total
per night
Mar 14 - Mar 15
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! (1,002 reviews)
It was a really nice property with gated parking, nice outside seating and a great pizza restaurant. The staff was wonderful and very helpful.

Reviewed on Mar 12, 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
The price is $112 total per night from Mar 14 to Mar 15
$112 total
per night
Mar 14 - Mar 15
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! (1,002 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, bicycle rentals nearby, cribs

Travelers say...
It was a really nice property with gated parking, nice outside seating and a great pizza restaurant. The staff was wonderful and very helpful.

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Hotel Luisiana
Trapp Family Country Inn

Trapp Family Country Inn

3 out of 5
400m west of soccer field San Antonio Alajuela
The price is $119 total per night from Apr 11 to Apr 12
$119 total
per night
Apr 11 - Apr 12
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (697 reviews)
It was a wonderful stay to end our trip of 2 weeks in Costa Rica. So grateful for the amazing service and very welcoming staff. The pool side was lovely and our room was great. Comfortable beds and a hot shower. The grounds were beautiful to walk around grounds to walk around

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

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.

DTW to SJO Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
DTW Address & GPS
Address:
1 Detroit Metro Airport
Detroit MI, 48242
United States
IATA Code:
DTW
Longitude:
-83.356048
Latitude:
42.207808
Time Zone:
America/New_York
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 Detroit Metro Airport to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
If you're planning to fly from Metro Airport to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport, be prepared to change planes. United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta Air Lines are some airlines that operate on this route with only one stopover. Use the break to give your legs a stretch and enjoy a good coffee!
What is the shortest flight from Detroit Metro Airport to SJO?
Grab a glass of red and sink into your seat with an engrossing movie or book. With the flight from Metro Airport to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport taking 8 hours and 27 minutes, you'll have plenty of time to relax and enjoy the experience.
How many hours flight from Detroit Metro Airport to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Usually, the trip from Detroit Metro Airport to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) takes 8 hours and 32 minutes. If you're eager to be as comfortable as possible, think about upgrading your seat using air miles or cash.
What airlines have the most flights from Detroit Metro Airport to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
For now, you can't fly direct from Metro Airport to SJO. However, you can find flights with one or more stops. Look on the positive side — use the break to stretch your tired legs or sit down for a nice coffee!

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