$89 Cheap Flights from Atlanta (ATL) to San José (SJO)

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Cheap Flights from Atlanta to San José (ATL-SJO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $89 for one-way flights and $223 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Fri, Aug 15 - Mon, Aug 18
ATL
Atlanta
SJO
San José
$223 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$223
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 15 from Atlanta to San José, returning Mon, Aug 18, priced at $223 found 2 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 13
ATL
Atlanta
SJO
San José
$228 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$228
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 12 from Atlanta to San José, returning Wed, Aug 13, priced at $228 found 11 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Sun, Aug 10 - Thu, Aug 14
ATL
Atlanta
SJO
San José
$230 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$230
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 10 from Atlanta to San José, returning Thu, Aug 14, priced at $230 found 4 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Aug 8 - Wed, Aug 13
ATL
Atlanta
SJO
San José
$234 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$234
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 8 from Atlanta to San José, returning Wed, Aug 13, priced at $234 found 2 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Sun, Aug 17 - Tue, Aug 19
ATL
Atlanta
SJO
San José
$234 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$234
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 17 from Atlanta to San José, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $234 found 9 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Aug 13 - Tue, Aug 19
ATL
Atlanta
SJO
San José
$235 Roundtrip, just found
$235
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from Atlanta to San José, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $235 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Oct 11 - Sat, Oct 18
ATL
Atlanta
SJO
San José
$301 Roundtrip, just found
$301
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 11 from Atlanta to San José, returning Sat, Oct 18, priced at $301 just found
American Airlines
Fri, Oct 24 - Fri, Oct 31
ATL
Atlanta
SJO
San José
$316 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$316
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 24 from Atlanta to San José, returning Fri, Oct 31, priced at $316 found 2 hours ago
JetBlue Airways
Wed, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 4
ATL
Atlanta
SJO
San José
$364 Roundtrip, just found
$364
Roundtrip
just found
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from Atlanta to San José, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $364 just found
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Sep 8 - Mon, Sep 15
ATL
Atlanta
SJO
San José
$372 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$372
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from Atlanta to San José, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $372 found 23 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Atlanta (ATL) to San José (SJO)

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $213 - $564 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 $255
SJO
Juan Santamaria Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center20 min
Flights from $255
Flights from Atlanta (ATL) to San José (SJO)
Origin airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.
Destination airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Copa, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$223
Distance
1633 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 55 mins

Atlanta to San José Flights

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

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Atlanta 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 Atlanta 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 Atlanta to San José in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $89 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 Atlanta 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 Atlanta 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.

 

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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 Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) cost?
You can book cheap return flights starting at $301 from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Frontier Airlines flight leaving ATL on August 16 2025 and touching down at SJO. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ATL to SJO?
The cheapest flights from ATL to SJO are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
When jetting out of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL), you can take a direct flight to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) with Delta Air Lines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from ATL to SJO?
At the moment, the cheapest airline operating one-way flights from ATL to SJO is Frontier Airlines. You can jet off on this route from $137. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from ATL on October 18 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Daily, an average of 2 direct flights operate from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO). Choose the departure that best suits your travel plans.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Flights between ATL and SJO are busiest at 9 AM. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere and possibly cheaper prices, choose a departure that's outside typical rush times.
What day of the week has the most flights from ATL to SJO?
If you depart on a Saturday, you'll get the biggest range of options for flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO).
What is the earliest flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)'s earliest flight to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) leaves at approximately 9:51AM UTC-5. With a travel time of 4h 3m, you'll arrive at around 12:54PM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Flights from ATL to SJO have an average travel time of 4 hours. The distance between these two airports is 1,650 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
To land at Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) without delays, select a flight that takes off from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**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 Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)?
Browse your flight options from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO). This is the only San José airport you can touch down at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from ATL to SJO just before your journey is generally more expensive. But if you're flexible with your departure dates and times, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book an ATL to SJO flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking an ATL to SJO flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better yet, having it all in one place will take the stress out of travel planning. Just pick your flights and choose from our wide range of stays, then customize your trip with extras like tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
In most instances, you're able to cancel or reschedule your ATL to SJO flight. However, additional charges may apply, especially if you made your booking over 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's fees and rules on flight changes, or if you want further details, go to our Customer Service portal.

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