$411 Cheap Flights from San José (SJO) to Frankfurt (FRA)

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Cheap Flights from San José to Frankfurt (SJO-FRA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $411 for one-way flights and $862 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Iberia
Wed, Nov 19 - Sat, Dec 6
SJO
San José
FRA
Frankfurt
$862 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$862
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Iberia flight, departing Wed, Nov 19 from San José to Frankfurt, returning Sat, Dec 6, priced at $862 found 6 hours ago
Copa
Mon, Feb 2 - Mon, Feb 9
SJO
San José
FRA
Frankfurt
$880 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$880
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Copa flight, departing Mon, Feb 2 from San José to Frankfurt, returning Mon, Feb 9, priced at $880 found 5 days ago
Delta
Thu, Feb 19 - Thu, Feb 26
SJO
San José
FRA
Frankfurt
$913 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$913
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Feb 19 from San José to Frankfurt, returning Thu, Feb 26, priced at $913 found 3 days ago
KLM
Sun, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 9
SJO
San José
FRA
Frankfurt
$916 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$916
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select KLM flight, departing Sun, Feb 1 from San José to Frankfurt, returning Mon, Feb 9, priced at $916 found 5 days ago
Air France
Wed, May 6 - Mon, May 11
SJO
San José
FRA
Frankfurt
$917 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$917
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Air France flight, departing Wed, May 6 from San José to Frankfurt, returning Mon, May 11, priced at $917 found 13 hours ago
avianca
Mon, Jun 1 - Sat, Jun 13
SJO
San José
FRA
Frankfurt
$919 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$919
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select avianca flight, departing Mon, Jun 1 from San José to Frankfurt, returning Sat, Jun 13, priced at $919 found 2 days ago
KLM
Wed, Nov 19 - Sat, Dec 6
SJO
San José
FRA
Frankfurt
$920 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$920
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select KLM flight, departing Wed, Nov 19 from San José to Frankfurt, returning Sat, Dec 6, priced at $920 found 6 hours ago
KLM
Sat, Dec 6 - Wed, Jan 7
SJO
San José
FRA
Frankfurt
$920 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$920
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select KLM flight, departing Sat, Dec 6 from San José to Frankfurt, returning Wed, Jan 7, priced at $920 found 1 day ago
KLM
Thu, Dec 11 - Fri, Jan 16
SJO
San José
FRA
Frankfurt
$921 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$921
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select KLM flight, departing Thu, Dec 11 from San José to Frankfurt, returning Fri, Jan 16, priced at $921 found 14 hours ago
KLM
Wed, Nov 19 - Sat, Dec 6
SJO
San José
FRA
Frankfurt
$923 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$923
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select KLM flight, departing Wed, Nov 19 from San José to Frankfurt, returning Sat, Dec 6, priced at $923 found 6 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San José (SJO) to Frankfurt (FRA)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $747 - $1,375 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Frankfurt

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

Select flight to Frankfurt Intl. FRA. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 12 minutes. Flights from $1,061
FRA
Frankfurt Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center12 min
Flights from $1,061
Flights from San José (SJO) to Frankfurt (FRA)
Origin airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Destination airport
Frankfurt Intl.
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, Air Canada, Air Europa, Air France, American Airlines, British Airways, Delta, Iberia, KLM, Lufthansa, Swiss International Air Lines, United, avianca
Roundtrip price
$862
Distance
5811 mi
Average flight time
11 hours 5 mins

San José to Frankfurt Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San José to Frankfurt

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 San José to Frankfurt are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San José to Frankfurt with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San José to Frankfurt

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San José to Frankfurt: 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 San José to Frankfurt

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 San José to Frankfurt in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $411 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 San José to Frankfurt 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 San José to Frankfurt 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.

 

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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 Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $411 or cheap return flight from $862 from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
The cheapest month to fly from SJO to FRA is November, when there's less demand. Off-peak season is often when better flight deals are available between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
When flying out of Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), you can jump on a direct flight to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) with Lufthansa.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
Expedia's filter tool lets you easily compare travel time, airlines and fares all in one place. Choose your preferences, then sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find the carrier with the cheapest SJO to FRA flight.
How many flights per day from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
On average, Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) offers 3 direct flights to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) weekly. If you're looking for more options, use Expedia's filters to find flights with layovers. Squeeze in a quick visit to another location or simply break up your journey.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
More travelers fly between SJO and FRA at 8 PM than at any other time. Rather skip the crowds? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and there's a chance you'll save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SJO to FRA?
Depart on a Thursday if you're after the largest selection of flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA).
What is the earliest flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
The first flight of the day leaving Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) is at around 8:40PM UTC-6. Board this flight and you'll arrive at Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) at approximately 2:45PM UTC+1. The total time in the air is 11h 5m.
How long does it take to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
The average flight duration from SJO to FRA is 11 hours and 5 minutes, covering a distance of 5,800 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
Select a flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations. Later departures have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**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 Frankfurt from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Browse your flight options from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA). This is the only Frankfurt airport you can touch down at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your trip to book a ticket from SJO to FRA generally means paying more. While you might find some last-minute discounts, they aren't always guaranteed. Keep your travel plans flexible for a better chance of landing a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SJO to FRA flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a SJO to FRA flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better yet, managing everything in one place will take the stress out of planning your trip. Just secure your flights and choose from our extensive range of hotels, then tailor your trip with extras like activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
You can usually reschedule or cancel your SJO to FRA flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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