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Flight deals from Dubai to San Jose Juan Santamaria

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dubai to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,725. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Jose.$1,693 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Jan, returning Mon, 25 Jan.Return flight with Virgin Atlantic and Aeromexico.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Atlantic, departs from Dubai on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Aeromexico, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Mon, 25 Jan, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,693, select.
San Jose.$1,701 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 May, returning Sat, 20 Jun.Return flight with Air France and KLM.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Dubai on Sat, 30 May, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Sat, 20 Jun, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,701, select.
San Jose.$1,710 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Jun, returning Tue, 30 Jun.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Dubai on Thu, 25 Jun, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,710, select.
San Jose.$1,713 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Nov, returning Sun, 15 Nov.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Dubai on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,713, select.
San Jose.$1,725 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 May, returning Sun, 24 May.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Dubai on Wed, 20 May, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Sun, 24 May, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,725, select.
San Jose.$1,752 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug, returning Tue, 8 Sep.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Dubai on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,752, select.
San Jose.$1,770 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Jun, returning Thu, 9 Jul.Return flight with Air France and KLM.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Dubai on Sat, 20 Jun, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Thu, 9 Jul, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,770, select.
San Jose.$1,776 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Mar, returning Sat, 13 Mar.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Dubai on Sun, 7 Mar, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Sat, 13 Mar, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,776, select.
San Jose.$1,821 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Jul, returning Sat, 18 Jul.Return flight with Air France and KLM.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Dubai on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Sat, 18 Jul, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,821, select.
San Jose.$1,852 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Aug, returning Thu, 20 Aug.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Dubai on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,852, select.
San Jose.$2,074 per passenger.Departing Sun, 5 Jul, returning Fri, 21 Aug.Return flight with Air France and KLM.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Dubai on Sun, 5 Jul, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,074, select.
San Jose.$2,141 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Dec, returning Tue, 5 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Dubai on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,141, select.
San Jose.$2,947 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep, returning Fri, 9 Oct.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,947, select.
San Jose.$3,084 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Apr, returning Wed, 6 May.Return flight with Qatar Airways and jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Wed, 6 May, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,084, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to San Jose Juan Santamaria

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dubai to San Jose Juan Santamaria flights are currently cheapest in January.
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Dubai to San Jose: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,693
Cheapest month to flyJanuary

Finding cheap flights from Dubai to San Jose Juan Santamaria: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Dubai to San Jose Juan Santamaria is $1,693. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Dubai to San Jose Juan Santamaria. But we found flights with one stop from $1,693.
As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from Dubai to San Jose Juan Santamaria.
The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to San Jose Juan Santamaria is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Dubai to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport on Monday, 11 January 2027.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Dubai and San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Jose Juan Santamaria but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Jose is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to San Jose Juan Santamaria is Virgin Atlantic .

Travelling from Dubai to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): What you need to know

  • San Jose is ten hours behind Dubai. Juan Santamaria International Airport is located in San Jose, which runs on the UTC-6 timezone.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from Dubai to SJO, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Popular months like January or other peak periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

Airports in Dubai

Dubai International Airport (DXB)

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Dubai to SJO departing from Dubai International Airport (DXB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:

    • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

    • Miami International Airport (MIA)

    • Orlando International Airport (MCO)

  • DXB is around 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Dubai to Juan Santamaria International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Dubai International Airport:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Dubai International Airport, data shows 71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in about 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 40 minutes.

  • Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your Dubai to SJO flight:

  • Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 71%. This figure shows how frequently flights that take off from this airport land on time.

About Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose

  • From Juan Santamaria International Airport, central San Jose is around 18 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.

How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • Currently, $1,165 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Juan Santamaria International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,693. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Dubai to SJO if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.

  • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Dubai to Juan Santamaria International Airport ticket.

  • Stay on top of deals for plane tickets from Dubai to SJO by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when prices go down.

  • Save money on your flight from Dubai to Juan Santamaria International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Dubai to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • It's time to decide when to book your flight from Dubai to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO). January is the busiest month to travel to San Jose. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in December.

  • When booking your Dubai to SJO plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. March is the warmest month in San Jose, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Dubai to Juan Santamaria International Airport in January when temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).

More about San Jose

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in San Jose right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Dubai to Juan Santamaria International Airport:

  • All great adventures should include some sightseeing. National Park (Parque Nacional), Central Park (Parque Central) and Precolumbian Gold Museum are attractions you won't want to skip in San Jose.

Explore more of Costa Rica

  • Limon is just one of the many cities in Costa Rica waiting to be explored after you've seen San Jose. Around 129 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.

  • If there's time to check out another major destination in Costa Rica, head for Liberia, about 153 kilometres northwest of San Jose. Museo de Guanacaste, Mirador de Liberia and Catarata oropendola are among its highlights.

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