Cheap flights from RDU to SJO (Raleigh - Durham Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from RDU to SJO starting at $130 One Way, $295 Round Trip

Prices starting at $295 for return flights and $130 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.

Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 14
RDU
Raleigh
SJO
San José
$295 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$295
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Copa flight, departing Fri, Sep 11 from Raleigh to San José, returning Mon, Sep 14, priced at $295 found 1 hour ago
Mon, Feb 8 - Thu, Feb 18
RDU
Raleigh
SJO
San José
$302 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$302
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Feb 8 from Raleigh to San José, returning Thu, Feb 18, priced at $302 found 1 day ago
Sat, Jan 23 - Fri, Jan 29
RDU
Raleigh
SJO
San José
$322 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$322
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Jan 23 from Raleigh to San José, returning Fri, Jan 29, priced at $322 found 1 day ago
Fri, May 8 - Tue, May 12
RDU
Raleigh
SJO
San José
$330 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$330
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, May 8 from Raleigh to San José, returning Tue, May 12, priced at $330 found 10 hours ago
Sat, Aug 8 - Sat, Aug 15
RDU
Raleigh
SJO
San José
$352 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$352
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 8 from Raleigh to San José, returning Sat, Aug 15, priced at $352 found 5 hours ago

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
$137 nightly
The price is $155 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$155 total
May 25 - May 26
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! (2,471 reviews)
Breakfast buffet is wonderful! Staff are very helpful and nice. The hotel is very clean. Great stay.

Reviewed on May 5, 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
$133 nightly
The price is $150 total per night from Jun 1 to Jun 2
$150 total
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Total with taxes and fees
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! (1,774 reviews)
Very friendly and accommodating.

Reviewed on May 4, 2026

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
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
$139 nightly
The price is $157 total per night from May 29 to May 30
$157 total
May 29 - May 30
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,177 reviews)
All good!

Reviewed on May 5, 2026

Fairfield 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

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
$137 nightly
The price is $155 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$155 total
May 25 - May 26
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! (2,471 reviews)
Breakfast buffet is wonderful! Staff are very helpful and nice. The hotel is very clean. Great stay.

Reviewed on May 5, 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Barceló San José

Barceló San José

4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas 3km San José San Jose
$119 nightly
The price is $135 total per night from May 30 to May 31
$135 total
May 30 - May 31
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! (2,037 reviews)
This place is beautiful

Reviewed on May 5, 2026

Barceló San José
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

4.5 out of 5
700 meters West from Bridgestone/Firest La Asunción Heredia
$151 nightly
The price is $171 total per night from Jun 5 to Jun 6
$171 total
Jun 5 - Jun 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in La Asunción. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
The Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belén is the place to be if you need to stay in San José for one or two days. First of all, the building itself is stunning, and the surrounding gardens are beautifully maintained. It feels like a peaceful oasis and offers a striking contrast to the rest of ...

Reviewed on May 4, 2026

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
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
$152 nightly
The price is $172 total per night from May 22 to May 23
$172 total
May 22 - May 23
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! (1,003 reviews)
It’s the perfect spot for us to stay when landing late…

Reviewed on Apr 21, 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
$119 nightly
The price is $135 total per night from May 30 to May 31
$135 total
May 30 - May 31
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! (2,037 reviews)
This place is beautiful

Reviewed on May 5, 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 May 6 to May 7
$119 total
May 6 - May 7
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! (1,001 reviews)
The food at the restaurant for dinner was some of the best pizza EVER!!! The hotel was comfortable and spacious and had so much character!!! Definitely recommend!!! Lots of class!!!

Reviewed on Apr 30, 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
$73 nightly
The price is $83 total per night from May 6 to May 7
$83 total
May 6 - May 7
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! (731 reviews)
AC was ancient and noisy, unable to control the temperature, the front door window was cracked, like it was hit by something or someone. Not very comforting. Very disappointing.

Reviewed on Apr 6, 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
$99 nightly
The price is $112 total per night from May 6 to May 7
$112 total
May 6 - May 7
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! (1,004 reviews)
Bonjour , Maintenant wst rendu plus restaurant que hotel . Alors beaucoup de la difficulté pour le stationnement si tu arrive en pm .

Reviewed on May 4, 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
$99 nightly
The price is $112 total per night from May 6 to May 7
$112 total
May 6 - May 7
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! (1,004 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, bicycle rentals nearby, cribs

Travelers say...
Bonjour , Maintenant wst rendu plus restaurant que hotel . Alors beaucoup de la difficulté pour le stationnement si tu arrive en pm .

Reviewed on May 4, 2026

Hotel Luisiana
Trapp Family Country Inn

Trapp Family Country Inn

3 out of 5
400m west of soccer field San Antonio Alajuela
$101 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Jun 3 to Jun 4
$114 total
Jun 3 - Jun 4
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (708 reviews)
Beautiful oasis in the city. The perfect place to spend a night before our early morning flight. The owner was so friendly and kind. She helped us get a taxi to the airport and even noticed we had a surfboard with us and arranged for us to get a bigger vehicle to make sure it fit. We highly recommend ...

Reviewed on Apr 26, 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.

RDU to SJO Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
RDU Address & GPS
Address:
Raleigh/Durham NC, 27623
United States
IATA Code:
RDU
Longitude:
-78.790862
Latitude:
35.873592
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 RDU to SJO?
Unfortunately, you won't find any direct flights on this route. But American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta Air Lines can get you from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) with just one stopover.
What is the shortest flight from Raleigh - Durham Intl. Airport (RDU) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
From Raleigh, the eclectic sights and sounds of San José are around 8 hours and 8 minutes away. Book your favorite seat, or maybe even upgrade to one with a bit more legroom, and travel to your destination in pure comfort.
How many hours flight from Raleigh–Durham Airport to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Typically, it takes 8 hours and 11 minutes to get from RDU to SJO. You'll be in your seat for quite some time, so consider bringing your own entertainment, like a novel or your travel journal.
What airlines have the most flights from Raleigh–Durham Airport to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
If you want to book with an airline that flies direct from RDU to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), you're out of luck. You'll need to book a flight with at least one stopover to get to your destination.

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