$107 Cheap Flights from San José (SJO) to Philadelphia (PHL)

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Popular airlines from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)

Cheap Flights from San José to Philadelphia (SJO-PHL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $107 for one-way flights and $178 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Thu, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 10
SJO
San José
PHL
Philadelphia
$178 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$178
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from San José to Philadelphia, returning Mon, Nov 10, priced at $178 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Oct 31 - Sun, Nov 9
SJO
San José
PHL
Philadelphia
$179 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$179
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from San José to Philadelphia, returning Sun, Nov 9, priced at $179 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 18
SJO
San José
PHL
Philadelphia
$187 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from San José to Philadelphia, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $187 found 4 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Nov 7 - Sun, Nov 16
SJO
San José
PHL
Philadelphia
$188 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 7 from San José to Philadelphia, returning Sun, Nov 16, priced at $188 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Nov 6 - Sat, Nov 15
SJO
San José
PHL
Philadelphia
$191 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$191
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from San José to Philadelphia, returning Sat, Nov 15, priced at $191 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 4
SJO
San José
PHL
Philadelphia
$196 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$196
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from San José to Philadelphia, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $196 found 6 days ago
American Airlines
Sat, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 5
SJO
San José
PHL
Philadelphia
$243 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$243
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 1 from San José to Philadelphia, returning Wed, Nov 5, priced at $243 found 3 hours ago
JetBlue Airways
Tue, Dec 9 - Tue, Dec 16
SJO
San José
PHL
Philadelphia
$243 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$243
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, Dec 9 from San José to Philadelphia, returning Tue, Dec 16, priced at $243 found 8 hours ago
United
Tue, Nov 18 - Tue, Dec 9
SJO
San José
PHL
Philadelphia
$243 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$243
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Nov 18 from San José to Philadelphia, returning Tue, Dec 9, priced at $243 found 4 hours ago
Delta
Wed, Nov 19 - Sun, Dec 7
SJO
San José
PHL
Philadelphia
$289 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$289
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Nov 19 from San José to Philadelphia, returning Sun, Dec 7, priced at $289 found 4 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San José (SJO) to Philadelphia (PHL)

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $187 - $650 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Philadelphia

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

Select flight to Philadelphia Intl. PHL. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 17 minutes. Flights from $187
PHL
Philadelphia Intl.
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Average driving time to city center17 min
Flights from $187
Flights from San José (SJO) to Philadelphia (PHL)
Origin airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Destination airport
Philadelphia Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, American Airlines, Copa, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United, avianca
Roundtrip price
$177
Distance
2136 mi

San José to Philadelphia Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San José to Philadelphia

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

 

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

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

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 Philadelphia in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $107 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) cost?
Secure a cheap one-way flight from $107 or cheap return flight from $178 from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) 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 Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
November is the cheapest month to fly from SJO to PHL. Traveling during quieter months is often the key to finding better fares.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
To find the cheapest airline that'll fly you from SJO to PHL, use Expedia's filter tool. Tailor your search based on your travel needs, such as preferred carriers and seat class. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see the cheapest flights first.
How many flights per day from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
Direct flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) aren't available daily, so you'll have to take a flight with a layover. Explore your options with Expedia's filters. Enter your dates and choose either "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops."
What day of the week has the most flights from SJO to PHL?
Typically you'll find the largest variety of flight choices on a Friday. Tuesdays tend to be the quietest.* But this can vary based 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 Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
Choose a flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations. Departures after this time 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.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from SJO to PHL right before your journey is usually more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your departure times and dates, you could score a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SJO to PHL flight and hotel package?
Securing a SJO to PHL flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip all in one place. Choose from our impressive range of stays and then add flights, activities and car rentals to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
You can usually reschedule or cancel your SJO to PHL flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges 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 more details on our Customer Service portal.

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