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 $203 One Way, $533 Round Trip

Prices starting at $533 for return flights and $203 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.

Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 9
SFO
San Francisco
SJO
San José
$533 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$533
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 1 from San Francisco to San José, returning Wed, Sep 9, priced at $533 found 20 hours ago
Mon, Aug 24 - Fri, Sep 4
SFO
San Francisco
SJO
San José
$620 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$620
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Mon, Aug 24 from San Francisco to San José, returning Fri, Sep 4, priced at $620 found 5 days ago
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
SFO
San Francisco
SJO
San José
$626 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$626
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 11 from San Francisco to San José, returning Wed, Nov 18, priced at $626 found 6 days ago
Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 2
SFO
San Francisco
SJO
San José
$636 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$636
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Copa flight, departing Tue, Dec 1 from San Francisco to San José, returning Wed, Dec 2, priced at $636 found 3 days ago
Sat, Oct 24 - Sun, Nov 8
SFO
San Francisco
SJO
San José
$656 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$656
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Sat, Oct 24 from San Francisco to San José, returning Sun, Nov 8, priced at $656 found 6 days 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
$119 nightly
The price is $134 total per night from Jul 3 to Jul 4
$134 total
Jul 3 - Jul 4
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! (1,159 reviews)
"It was very nice and the staff was wonderful."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2026

Fairfield 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
$104 nightly
The price is $117 total per night from Jun 21 to Jun 22
$117 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
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! (2,506 reviews)
"This is an excellent place to stay. I stay a night coming and going to another location in Costa Rica from the airport. It has a free shuttle and excellent staff/service."

Reviewed on Jun 7, 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
$95 nightly
The price is $107 total per night from Jun 18 to Jun 19
$107 total
Jun 18 - Jun 19
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! (1,845 reviews)
"Excellent hotel - inside the Mall with plenty of places to eat, good gym, coffee in the room, shower and shampoo and amenities. Airport shuttle was so convenient."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2026

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
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

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
$161 nightly
The price is $182 total per night from Jul 3 to Jul 4
$182 total
Jul 3 - Jul 4
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! (1,006 reviews)
"This hotel, its staff, views, food and overall experience is just AMAZING! Mostly the staff is so attentive, kind and proactive. It made our birthday and anniversary celebrations so memorable and joyful. THANK YOU TO EXPEDIA AND MARRIOT HACIENDA, for a wonderful experience."

Reviewed on Jun 3, 2026

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
$104 nightly
The price is $117 total per night from Jun 21 to Jun 22
$117 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
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! (2,506 reviews)
"This is an excellent place to stay. I stay a night coming and going to another location in Costa Rica from the airport. It has a free shuttle and excellent staff/service."

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
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
$119 nightly
The price is $134 total per night from Jul 3 to Jul 4
$134 total
Jul 3 - Jul 4
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! (1,159 reviews)
"It was very nice and the staff was wonderful."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 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.

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
$139 nightly
The price is $158 total per night from Jun 27 to Jun 28
$158 total
Jun 27 - Jun 28
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)
"Overall was good, location close to airport"

Reviewed on Jun 8, 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
$104 nightly
The price is $118 total per night from Jun 23 to Jun 24
$118 total
Jun 23 - Jun 24
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! (2,089 reviews)
"Very nice hotel. Very very clean and staff nice and helpful."

Reviewed on Jun 7, 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
$110 nightly
The price is $124 total per night from Jun 12 to Jun 13
$124 total
Jun 12 - Jun 13
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and helpful, and the free breakfast that was included with our stay was delicious. Would definitely stay here again"

Reviewed on May 31, 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
$70 nightly
The price is $79 total per night from Jun 14 to Jun 15
$79 total
Jun 14 - Jun 15
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! (736 reviews)
"Muy bueno"

Reviewed on May 30, 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
$92 nightly
The price is $104 total per night from Jun 9 to Jun 10
$104 total
Jun 9 - Jun 10
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)
"Very nice hotel for a good value"

Reviewed on May 6, 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
$92 nightly
The price is $104 total per night from Jun 9 to Jun 10
$104 total
Jun 9 - Jun 10
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, cribs

Travelers say...
"Very nice hotel for a good value"

Reviewed on May 6, 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 Jul 7 to Jul 8
$114 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
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! (709 reviews)
"They just finished painting the pool edge...looks great. This is our 3 year at the Trapp Family Inn. The only thing that was different was it was warmer than usually in San Jose than in previous years. The rooms were definitely warmer, but we were glad we had ceiling fans. Service, Food, and hospitality ..."

Reviewed on Jun 1, 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.

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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