$159 Cheap Flights from São Paulo (GRU) to San José (SJO)

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Popular airlines from São Paulo/Guarulhos Intl. Airport to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)

Cheap Flights from São Paulo to San José (GRU-SJO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $159 for one-way flights and $356 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Copa
Wed, Nov 19 - Wed, Nov 26
GRU
Sao Paulo
SJO
San José
$356 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$356
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Copa flight, departing Wed, Nov 19 from Sao Paulo to San José, returning Wed, Nov 26, priced at $356 found 11 hours ago
LATAM Airlines Group
Thu, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 4
GRU
Sao Paulo
SJO
San José
$372 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$372
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select LATAM Airlines Group flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Sao Paulo to San José, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $372 found 21 hours ago
LATAM Airlines Group
Thu, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 10
GRU
Sao Paulo
SJO
San José
$374 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$374
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select LATAM Airlines Group flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from Sao Paulo to San José, returning Mon, Nov 10, priced at $374 found 8 hours ago
Copa
Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 14
GRU
Sao Paulo
SJO
San José
$376 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$376
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Copa flight, departing Sat, Jan 31 from Sao Paulo to San José, returning Sat, Feb 14, priced at $376 found 16 hours ago
avianca
Thu, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 4
GRU
Sao Paulo
SJO
San José
$377 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$377
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select avianca flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Sao Paulo to San José, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $377 found 21 hours ago
LATAM Airlines Group
Thu, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 4
GRU
Sao Paulo
SJO
San José
$379 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$379
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select LATAM Airlines Group flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Sao Paulo to San José, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $379 found 21 hours ago
avianca
Tue, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 11
GRU
Sao Paulo
SJO
San José
$383 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$383
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select avianca flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from Sao Paulo to San José, returning Tue, Nov 11, priced at $383 found 1 day ago
LATAM Airlines Group
Fri, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 15
GRU
Sao Paulo
SJO
San José
$385 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$385
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select LATAM Airlines Group flight, departing Fri, Nov 7 from Sao Paulo to San José, returning Sat, Nov 15, priced at $385 found 4 days ago
GOL Linhas Aereas S.A.
Thu, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 25
GRU
Sao Paulo
SJO
San José
$394 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$394
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select GOL Linhas Aereas S.A. flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from Sao Paulo to San José, returning Tue, Nov 25, priced at $394 found 1 day ago
United
Mon, Nov 17 - Fri, Dec 5
GRU
Sao Paulo
SJO
San José
$1,046 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$1,046
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Nov 17 from Sao Paulo to San José, returning Fri, Dec 5, priced at $1,046 found 15 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from São Paulo (GRU) to San José (SJO)

June is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $294 - $501 per traveler.

Alternative airports near San José

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Juan Santamaria Intl. SJO. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 20 minutes. Flights from $374
SJO
Juan Santamaria Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center20 min
Flights from $374
Flights from São Paulo (GRU) to San José (SJO)
Origin airport
Guarulhos - Governor André Franco Montoro Intl.
Destination airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Copa, Delta, GOL Linhas Aereas S.A., LATAM Airlines Group, United, avianca
Roundtrip price
$355
Distance
3439 mi
Average flight time
7 hours 30 mins

São Paulo to San José Flights

The cheapest times to fly from São Paulo to San José

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from São Paulo to San José are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from São Paulo to San José with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from São Paulo to San José

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from São Paulo to San José: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from São Paulo to San José

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from São Paulo to San José in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $159 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap São Paulo to San José flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your São Paulo to San José airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

*Terms apply.

 

Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $159 or cheap return flight from $356 from Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
The cheapest month to fly from GRU to SJO is November, when demand is low. Off-peak months are often when you'll find cheap fares for travel between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Take a direct flight with Gol and head straight from Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
To find the cheapest airline that'll fly you from GRU to SJO, use Expedia's filter tool. Customize your search based on your travel needs, such as preferred carriers and seat class. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see the most affordable options first.
How many flights per day from Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
On average, Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU) offers 3 direct flights to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) weekly. If you want more options, take advantage of Expedia's filter tool to search for flights with a layover. Fit in a quick visit to another destination or simply break up your journey.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
More passengers fly between GRU and SJO at 1 PM than at any other time. Rather go when it's quieter? Try choosing a quieter departure window and you're likely to save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from GRU to SJO?
Depart on a Thursday if you're after the biggest selection of flights from Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO).
What is the earliest flight from Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Take the earliest flight at around 1:55PM UTC-3, leaving from Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU). You'll be flying for around 7h 30m, arriving at Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) at approximately 6:25PM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Flights from GRU to SJO have an average travel time of 7 hours and 30 minutes. The total distance between these two airports is 3,400 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Choose a flight from Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Departures after this time are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for San José from Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU)?
If you've booked a direct flight from Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU) to San José, Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) last-minute?
Waiting until right before your break to book a flight from GRU to SJO generally means paying more. Although you may find some last-minute offers, they're not always guaranteed. Be flexible with your itinerary to maximize your chances of snagging a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a GRU to SJO flight and hotel package?
You can save money by booking a GRU to SJO flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage it all in one place. Once you've selected your preferred accommodations and flights, you can add extras like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
You can usually reschedule or cancel your GRU to SJO flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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