$529 Cheap Flights from San José (SJO) to Cairo (CAI)

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Popular airlines from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)

Cheap Flights from San José to Cairo (SJO-CAI)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $529 for one-way flights and $990 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Air Canada
Wed, Nov 26 - Sun, Dec 7
SJO
San José
CAI
Cairo
$990 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$990
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Wed, Nov 26 from San José to Cairo, returning Sun, Dec 7, priced at $990 found 4 days ago
Air Canada
Thu, May 21 - Fri, May 29
SJO
San José
CAI
Cairo
$991 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$991
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Thu, May 21 from San José to Cairo, returning Fri, May 29, priced at $991 found 14 hours ago
Air Canada
Tue, Mar 31 - Tue, Apr 14
SJO
San José
CAI
Cairo
$995 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$995
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Tue, Mar 31 from San José to Cairo, returning Tue, Apr 14, priced at $995 found 3 days ago
Air Canada
Wed, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 4
SJO
San José
CAI
Cairo
$997 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$997
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Wed, Nov 26 from San José to Cairo, returning Thu, Dec 4, priced at $997 found 4 days ago
Air Canada
Thu, May 21 - Fri, May 29
SJO
San José
CAI
Cairo
$997 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$997
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Thu, May 21 from San José to Cairo, returning Fri, May 29, priced at $997 found 14 hours ago
Air Canada
Sun, Jun 7 - Sun, Jun 14
SJO
San José
CAI
Cairo
$1,004 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$1,004
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Sun, Jun 7 from San José to Cairo, returning Sun, Jun 14, priced at $1,004 found 2 hours ago
United
Sun, Nov 23 - Thu, Dec 11
SJO
San José
CAI
Cairo
$1,073 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$1,073
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Sun, Nov 23 from San José to Cairo, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $1,073 found 4 days ago
Lufthansa
Thu, Jun 11 - Mon, Jun 22
SJO
San José
CAI
Cairo
$1,181 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,181
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Thu, Jun 11 from San José to Cairo, returning Mon, Jun 22, priced at $1,181 found 3 days ago
Iberia
Sun, Jul 5 - Sat, Jul 11
SJO
San José
CAI
Cairo
$1,221 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,221
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Iberia flight, departing Sun, Jul 5 from San José to Cairo, returning Sat, Jul 11, priced at $1,221 found 3 days ago
JetBlue Airways
Mon, Apr 20 - Sat, Apr 25
SJO
San José
CAI
Cairo
$1,362 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,362
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Mon, Apr 20 from San José to Cairo, returning Sat, Apr 25, priced at $1,362 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San José (SJO) to Cairo (CAI)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $960 - $1,410 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Cairo

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

Select flight to Cairo Intl. CAI. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 18 minutes. Flights from $1,607
CAI
Cairo Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center18 min
Flights from $1,607
Flights from San José (SJO) to Cairo (CAI)
Origin airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Destination airport
Cairo Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air France, American Airlines, British Airways, Delta, Iberia, JetBlue Airways, KLM, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$990
Distance
7345 mi

San José to Cairo Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San José to Cairo

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

 

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

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

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 Cairo in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $529 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 Cairo 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 Cairo 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 Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $529 or cheap return flight from $990 from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
Traveling in November can help you save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between SJO and CAI. You'll typically find the lowest fares during off-peak months.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare airlines and find the cheapest carrier that'll fly you from SJO to CAI. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to score a great deal.
How many flights per day from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
Nonstop flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) aren't available daily, so you'll need to take a flight with a layover. Explore your options with our filter tool. Enter your travel details and click on either "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops."
What day of the week has the most flights from SJO to CAI?
You'll usually find Tuesday the quietest day for flights, while Fridays tend to be the busiest.* However this can vary from season to season and during peak travel times or public holidays.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What is the best time to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
Choose a flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations and delays. Departures later than this 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.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from SJO to CAI are generally more expensive. To secure the lowest rates, start looking for flights well in advance. That being said, if you're flexible with your travel plans, you may land a cheap ticket right before you leave.
Is it cheaper to book a SJO to CAI flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by securing a SJO to CAI flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage everything in one place. Once you've chosen your preferred flights and accommodations, you can add extras such as car rentals, activities and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
If you booked your SJO to CAI flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for more details.

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