Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to San José from £263

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Multiple Airlines Logo
05:55 - 08:50
STN
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SJO
56h 55m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:00 - 07:40
SJO
-
STN
27h 40m1 stop
£539Multiple Airlines
Wed, 4 Feb - Sat, 14 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:00 - 11:40
LGW
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SJO
27h 40m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 - 10:00
SJO
-
LGW
15h 25m1 stop
£540Multiple Airlines
Thu, 19 Feb - Mon, 2 Mar
Air Canada Logo
09:00 - 00:05
LHR
-
SJO
21h 05m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
08:50 - 20:35
SJO
-
LHR
29h 45m2 stops
£557Air Canada
Sat, 24 Jan - Sat, 14 Feb
Air Canada Logo
09:00 - 00:05
LHR
-
SJO
21h 05m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
08:50 - 20:35
SJO
-
LHR
29h 45m2 stops
£559Air Canada
Sat, 24 Jan - Sat, 14 Feb
KLM Logo
10:00 - 16:20
LCY
-
SJO
13h 20m1 stop
KLM Logo
18:25 - 18:30
SJO
-
LCY
17h 05m1 stop
£588KLM
Sat, 6 Jun - Sat, 20 Jun
KLM Logo
05:55 - 16:20
NCL
-
SJO
17h 25m1 stop
KLM Logo
19:15 - 22:55
SJO
-
NCL
20h 40m2 stops
£613KLM
Sat, 16 May - Fri, 22 May
United Airlines Logo
06:00 - 08:32
BHX
-
SJO
32h 32m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
06:30 - 12:35
SJO
-
BHX
24h 05m2 stops
£624United Airlines
Thu, 5 Feb - Thu, 12 Feb
United Airlines Logo
06:00 - 12:56
BHX
-
SJO
36h 56m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
06:30 - 12:35
SJO
-
BHX
24h 05m2 stops
£627United Airlines
Thu, 29 Jan - Thu, 12 Feb
Lufthansa Logo
09:25 - 12:42
EDI
-
SJO
33h 17m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
07:45 - 09:30
SJO
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EDI
43h 45m2 stops
£632Lufthansa
Wed, 4 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar
Lufthansa Logo
09:25 - 19:53
EDI
-
SJO
16h 28m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
07:45 - 09:30
SJO
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EDI
43h 45m2 stops
£634Lufthansa
Wed, 4 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar

United Airlines flights from United Kingdom to San José

Our best United Airlines deals on United Kingdom to San José flight tickets
United Airlines
5 Feb
BHX06:00Birmingham
32h 32m
2 stops
SJO08:32San José Juan Santamaria Intl
12 Feb
SJO06:30San José Juan Santamaria Intl
24h 05m
2 stops
BHX12:35Birmingham
£624
United Airlines
5 Feb
MAN06:00Manchester
32h 32m
2 stops
SJO08:32San José Juan Santamaria Intl
12 Feb
SJO06:30San José Juan Santamaria Intl
23h 50m
2 stops
MAN12:20Manchester
£626
United Airlines
29 Jan
BHX06:00Birmingham
36h 56m
2 stops
SJO12:56San José Juan Santamaria Intl
12 Feb
SJO06:30San José Juan Santamaria Intl
24h 05m
2 stops
BHX12:35Birmingham
£627

Lufthansa flights from United Kingdom to San José

Our best Lufthansa deals on United Kingdom to San José flight tickets
Lufthansa
20 Jan
LHR07:30London Heathrow
17h 25m
1 stop
SJO18:55San José Juan Santamaria Intl
27 Jan
SJO20:40San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 40m
1 stop
LHR22:20London Heathrow
£576
Lufthansa
4 Mar
EDI09:25Edinburgh Turnhouse
33h 17m
1 stop
SJO12:42San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16 Mar
SJO07:45San José Juan Santamaria Intl
43h 45m
2 stops
EDI09:30Edinburgh Turnhouse
£632
Lufthansa
4 Mar
EDI09:25Edinburgh Turnhouse
16h 28m
1 stop
SJO19:53San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16 Mar
SJO07:45San José Juan Santamaria Intl
43h 45m
2 stops
EDI09:30Edinburgh Turnhouse
£634

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonSan José

STN - SJO

STNSJO

London Stansted

Wed 4/2

05:55-08:50

2 stops56h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 14/2

22:00-07:40

1 stop27h 40m

£539

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Thu 19/2

14:00-11:40

1 stop27h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/3

12:35-10:00

1 stop15h 25m

£540

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Sat 24/1

09:00-00:05

2 stops21h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 14/2

08:50-20:35

2 stops29h 45m

£557

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Sat 24/1

09:00-00:05

2 stops21h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 14/2

08:50-20:35

2 stops29h 45m

£559

LondonSan José

LCY - SJO

LCYSJO

London City

Sat 6/6

10:00-16:20

1 stop13h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 20/6

18:25-18:30

1 stop17h 05m

£588

Newcastle upon TyneSan José

NCL - SJO

NCLSJO

Newcastle upon Tyne

Sat 16/5

05:55-16:20

1 stop17h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 22/5

19:15-22:55

2 stops20h 40m

£613

BirminghamSan José

BHX - SJO

BHXSJO

Birmingham

Thu 5/2

06:00-08:32

2 stops32h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/2

06:30-12:35

2 stops24h 05m

£624

BirminghamSan José

BHX - SJO

BHXSJO

Birmingham

Thu 29/1

06:00-12:56

2 stops36h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/2

06:30-12:35

2 stops24h 05m

£627

EdinburghSan José

EDI - SJO

EDISJO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 4/3

09:25-12:42

1 stop33h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 16/3

07:45-09:30

2 stops43h 45m

£632

EdinburghSan José

EDI - SJO

EDISJO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 4/3

09:25-19:53

1 stop16h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 16/3

07:45-09:30

2 stops43h 45m

£634

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

The cheapest month to fly to San José from United Kingdom is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around £608, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to San José from United Kingdom during October instead. Flights to San José in October, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around £611.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San José?

The cheapest day to depart from United Kingdom to San José is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as £753. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around £1,076. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to San José.

What is the cheapest United Kingdom to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San José?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San José from United Kingdom when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José for around £645 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José from United Kingdom for as low as £609 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on United Kingdom to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on United Kingdom to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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You could potentially save up to 44% on your flight if you consider stops on a United Kingdom to San José flight.

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Best price found

£966

Fastest flight time

11h 40m

Direct flights

Wed, Fri and Sun

Airports in San José

1 airport
The best flight deal from United Kingdom to San José found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £966
The fastest flight from United Kingdom to San José takes 11h 40m
Direct flights go from United Kingdom to San José on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..
There is 1 airport in San José. From United Kingdom there are direct flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).
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  • How old do you have to be to fly from United Kingdom to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from United Kingdom to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from United Kingdom to San José

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7.1
593 reviews
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7.2
2,893 reviews
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7.1
10,603 reviews
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7.6
1,346 reviews
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7.2
11,095 reviews
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7.4
1,519 reviews
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6.6
2,494 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom £538Free CancellationRating
7.7
1,434 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom £551Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,696 reviews
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7.4
9,141 reviews
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