$596 Cheap Flights from San José (SJO) to Chennai (MAA)

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Cheap Flights from San José to Chennai (SJO-MAA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $596 for one-way flights and $1,131 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Air Canada
Thu, Dec 4 - Sat, Dec 20
SJO
San José
MAA
Chennai
$1,131 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$1,131
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from San José to Chennai, returning Sat, Dec 20, priced at $1,131 found 13 hours ago
Air Canada
Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 17
SJO
San José
MAA
Chennai
$1,136 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$1,136
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Tue, Mar 3 from San José to Chennai, returning Tue, Mar 17, priced at $1,136 found 18 hours ago
Air Canada
Thu, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 16
SJO
San José
MAA
Chennai
$1,137 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$1,137
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from San José to Chennai, returning Tue, Dec 16, priced at $1,137 found 8 hours ago
Air Canada
Sun, Nov 23 - Mon, Dec 8
SJO
San José
MAA
Chennai
$1,141 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,141
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Sun, Nov 23 from San José to Chennai, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $1,141 found 3 days ago
Air Canada
Thu, Feb 5 - Sun, Feb 8
SJO
San José
MAA
Chennai
$1,146 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$1,146
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Thu, Feb 5 from San José to Chennai, returning Sun, Feb 8, priced at $1,146 found 18 hours ago
Air Canada
Sun, Nov 23 - Tue, Dec 9
SJO
San José
MAA
Chennai
$1,147 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,147
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Sun, Nov 23 from San José to Chennai, returning Tue, Dec 9, priced at $1,147 found 3 days ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Mon, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 25
SJO
San José
MAA
Chennai
$1,172 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$1,172
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from San José to Chennai, returning Tue, Nov 25, priced at $1,172 found 3 days ago
Lufthansa
Tue, Jan 20 - Thu, Feb 5
SJO
San José
MAA
Chennai
$1,313 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$1,313
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Tue, Jan 20 from San José to Chennai, returning Thu, Feb 5, priced at $1,313 found 21 hours ago
Qatar Airways
Sun, Feb 15 - Tue, Mar 3
SJO
San José
MAA
Chennai
$1,641 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$1,641
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Sun, Feb 15 from San José to Chennai, returning Tue, Mar 3, priced at $1,641 found 18 hours ago
Air France
Sat, Dec 6 - Sat, Dec 27
SJO
San José
MAA
Chennai
$3,158 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$3,158
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Air France flight, departing Sat, Dec 6 from San José to Chennai, returning Sat, Dec 27, priced at $3,158 found 4 days ago

Alternative airports near Chennai

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

Select flight to Chennai Intl. MAA. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 9 minutes. Flights from $1,335
MAA
Chennai Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center9 min
Flights from $1,335
Flights from San José (SJO) to Chennai (MAA)
Origin airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Destination airport
Chennai Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air France, KLM, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Swiss International Air Lines
Roundtrip price
$1,130
Distance
10520 mi

San José to Chennai Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San José to Chennai

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

 

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

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

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 Chennai in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $596 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 Chennai 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 Chennai 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 Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $596 or cheap return flight from $1,131 from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA)?
The cheapest month to fly from SJO to MAA is December, when there's less demand. Off-peak season is usually when airlines offer lower prices between these airports.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA)?
Expedia's filter tool lets you easily compare different airlines, flight durations and fares all in one place. Select your preferences, then sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see which carrier offers the cheapest SJO to MAA flight.
How many flights per day from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA)?
There are no daily nonstop flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA). But you can opt for flights with layovers. Filter your search results on Expedia to include one or more stops, and you'll be soaring above the clouds in no time.
What day of the week has the most flights from SJO to MAA?
Typically you'll find the greatest selection of flight options on a Friday. Tuesdays tend to be the quietest.* But this can vary depending on the airline, season and other factors.*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 Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA)?
To arrive at Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) on time, pick a flight that takes off from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) before 3 PM. The chance 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.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from SJO to MAA are generally more expensive. For the lowest prices, start searching for flights well ahead of time. That said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, you may land a cheap fare right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book a SJO to MAA flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by booking a SJO to MAA 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. After selecting your preferred accommodations and flights, consider other add-ons like car rentals, tours and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA)?
You can usually cancel or reschedule your SJO to MAA flight. However, if the booking was 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 if any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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