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San Jose.$508 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Jul, returning Wed, 16 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Wed, 9 Jul, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Wed, 16 Jul, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $508, select.
San Jose.$530 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Aug, returning Thu, 21 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $530, select.
San Jose.$532 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Jul, returning Tue, 12 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Tue, 15 Jul, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $532, select.
San Jose.$533 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Sep, returning Wed, 3 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $533, select.
San Jose.$533 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Aug, returning Wed, 3 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Fri, 29 Aug, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $533, select.
San Jose.$561 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Oct, returning Thu, 16 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $561, select.
San Jose.$578 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep, returning Thu, 16 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $578, select.
San Jose.$718 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Jun, returning Wed, 16 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 28 Jun, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Wed, 16 Jul, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $718, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to San Jose Juan Santamaria flights are currently cheapest in July.
Jun
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Jul
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Aug
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Sep
from $533
Oct
from $561
Nov
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Dec
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Feb
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Philadelphia to San Jose Juan Santamaria: Alternative routes

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Philadelphia to San Jose: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$508
Cheapest month to flyJuly

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Philadelphia to San Jose Juan Santamaria is $508. 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 Philadelphia to San Jose Juan Santamaria. But we found flights with one stop from $508.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Philadelphia to San Jose Juan Santamaria.
The cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to San Jose Juan Santamaria is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Philadelphia to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport on Wednesday, 9 July 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Philadelphia 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 Spirit Airlines .

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

  • Philadelphia's main base, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), is where new adventures begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Philadelphia to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO).

  • Juan Santamaria International Airport is located in San Jose. The city follows the UTC-6 timezone and is two hours behind Philadelphia.

  • Your flight from Philadelphia to SJO won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • Taking off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Philadelphia

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Philadelphia to SJO leaving from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Your journey might pause in:

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

    • Miami International Airport (MIA)

    • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)

  • PHL is around 19 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 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 45 minutes.

  • Looking for a comfortable hotel near Philadelphia International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Philadelphia to Juan Santamaria International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

  • 78.93% of flights departing from Philadelphia International Airport land at their destination on time.

  • You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.

Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)

  • TTN is around 56 kilometres from central Philadelphia. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Philadelphia to SJO flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Trenton-Mercer Airport:

  • Most flights that leave Trenton-Mercer Airport touch down at their destination as planned. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 82.45%.

  • You'll find TTN at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.

About Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

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

  • Juan Santamaria International Airport to the centre of San Jose is about 14 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.

  • Travelling on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes.

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

  • $228 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Return flights start at $508. These prices may change based on availability.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Philadelphia to SJO. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.

  • Affordable Philadelphia to Juan Santamaria International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.

  • Stay on top of deals for flight tickets from Philadelphia to SJO by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Find an affordable flight from Philadelphia to Juan Santamaria International Airport by using filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

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

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Philadelphia to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO). Visit San Jose in May if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.

  • Before locking in your Philadelphia to SJO flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in San Jose, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Philadelphia to Juan Santamaria International Airport in January when temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).

More about San Jose

  • Start your San Jose trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Juan Santamaria International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:

  • Your San Jose visit isn't complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions you can't miss include National Park (Parque Nacional), Jurassic World and Central Park (Parque Central).

Explore more of Costa Rica

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

  • Liberia is another must-experience destination in Costa Rica and is around 153 kilometres north-west of San Jose. No journey is complete without seeing Ponderosa Adventure Park, Ecologico Park and Museo de Guanacaste.

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