$75 Cheap Flights from Orlando (MCO) to San José (SJO)

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Popular airlines from Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)

Today's featured flight deals from Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)

Nonstop
Carry-on included
Lower price than typical

Cheap Flights from Orlando to San José (MCO-SJO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $75 for one-way flights and $182 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Wed, Sep 17 - Sat, Sep 20
MCO
Orlando
SJO
San José
$182 Roundtrip, just found
$182
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 17 from Orlando to San José, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $182 just found
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Sep 1 - Thu, Sep 4
MCO
Orlando
SJO
San José
$187 Roundtrip, just found
$187
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 1 from Orlando to San José, returning Thu, Sep 4, priced at $187 just found
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Sep 17 - Sat, Sep 20
MCO
Orlando
SJO
San José
$188 Roundtrip, just found
$188
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 17 from Orlando to San José, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $188 just found
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Sep 13 - Tue, Sep 16
MCO
Orlando
SJO
San José
$189 Roundtrip, just found
$189
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Orlando to San José, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $189 just found
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Sep 17 - Sun, Sep 21
MCO
Orlando
SJO
San José
$190 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$190
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 17 from Orlando to San José, returning Sun, Sep 21, priced at $190 found 2 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Sep 20 - Tue, Sep 30
MCO
Orlando
SJO
San José
$191 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$191
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 20 from Orlando to San José, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $191 found 7 hours ago
JetBlue Airways
Mon, Sep 1 - Thu, Sep 4
MCO
Orlando
SJO
San José
$192 Roundtrip, just found
$192
Roundtrip
just found
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Mon, Sep 1 from Orlando to San José, returning Thu, Sep 4, priced at $192 just found
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Sep 1 - Thu, Sep 4
MCO
Orlando
SJO
San José
$193 Roundtrip, just found
$193
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 1 from Orlando to San José, returning Thu, Sep 4, priced at $193 just found
American Airlines
Mon, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 6
MCO
Orlando
SJO
San José
$209 Roundtrip, just found
$209
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 1 from Orlando to San José, returning Sat, Sep 6, priced at $209 just found
Copa
Sun, Mar 15 - Sun, Mar 22
MCO
Orlando
SJO
San José
$238 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$238
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Copa flight, departing Sun, Mar 15 from Orlando to San José, returning Sun, Mar 22, priced at $238 found 4 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Orlando (MCO) to San José (SJO)

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $135 - $225 per traveler.

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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 $187
SJO
Juan Santamaria Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center20 min
Flights from $187
Flights from Orlando (MCO) to San José (SJO)
Origin airport
Orlando Intl.
Destination airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, Air Canada, American Airlines, Copa, Delta, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United, Viva, avianca
Roundtrip price
$181
Distance
1287 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 13 mins

Orlando to San José Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Orlando 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 Orlando to San José are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Orlando to San José with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Orlando 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 Orlando 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 Orlando to San José in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $75 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 Orlando 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 Orlando 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 Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) cost?
Secure a cheap one-way flight from $75 or cheap return flight from $182 from Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) 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 Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Planning your getaway for September may help you find better deals, as it's the cheapest month for flights between MCO and SJO. You'll typically find the lowest prices during off-peak months.
Which airlines fly direct from Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Avoid the layovers and fly nonstop from Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) with 3 airlines, including:

  • JetBlue Airways
  • Southwest Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
The cheapest airline to offer flights between Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) and Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) will change depending on when you want to travel. However, you'll often find that low-cost carriers like JetBlue Airways and Southwest Airlines offer cheap, no-frill fares. Use Expedia's filters to compare airlines in one place and find the right MCO to SJO flight that suits your budget.
How many flights per day from Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
With, on average, 4 nonstop flights that operate from Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) every day, you'll be on your way in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
The 10 AM departures from MCO to SJO are typically the busiest. Prices can be higher for these popular slots. If you want to save money, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from MCO to SJO?
Friday offers the most flights from Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO). Consider traveling on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a departure that fits your plans.
What is the earliest flight from Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 6:40AM UTC-5, departing from Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO). You'll be traveling for around 3h 20m, landing at Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) at approximately 9:00AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
The average flight duration from MCO to SJO is 3 hours and 18 minutes, covering a total distance of 1,300 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
To avoid possible delays on the Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) route, aim to travel before 3 PM. Later departures have a 22% higher chance of being 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 Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO)?
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) is the only airport in San José with direct flights from Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO). Browse your options and find cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from MCO to SJO right before your journey is generally more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your schedule, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a MCO to SJO flight and hotel package?
Opting for a MCO to SJO flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your trip in one place. Select from our impressive range of stays and then add car rentals, flights and activities to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
If you booked your MCO to SJO flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without fees. Depending on the airline and the ticket type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal for more information.

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