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Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to San José (SJO) from $96

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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The best prices from Columbus to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in April or January, booked 25 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) to San José (SJO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 9, 2024.

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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Columbus Airport to San José, San José Province?

Friday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Columbus Airport to San José, San José Province. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to San José, San José Province.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Columbus Airport to San José, San José Province?

Users have found that booking a flight from Columbus Airport to San José, San José Province at least 26 days early can save you up to 83% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 26 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Columbus Airport to San José, San José Province for as little as $394 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $674 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to San José, San José Province?

April can be a great time to fly to San José, San José Province from Columbus Airport with a flight ticket averaging about $534. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of April for as cheap as $238. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CMH to SJO?

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% on flights from Columbus Airport to San José, San José Province by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Cheap Columbus to San José flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Columbus to San José specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Prices were last updated on June 9, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Columbus to San José in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Tue 7/97:05 amCMH - SJO
1 stop6h 32mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/1612:32 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop8h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/9$293
Mon 7/89:00 amCMH - SJO
1 stop17h 05mSpirit Airlines
Mon 7/151:40 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop16h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$313
Tue 7/168:51 amCMH - SJO
1 stop17h 14mSpirit Airlines
Fri 7/191:40 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop16h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$314
Thu 7/257:19 amCMH - SJO
1 stop6h 18mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/301:40 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop16h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$333
Tue 7/97:05 amCMH - SJO
1 stop6h 32mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/1612:32 pmSJO - CMH
2 stops17h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/9$347
Mon 7/87:05 amCMH - SJO
1 stop6h 32mSpirit Airlines
Sun 7/1412:55 amSJO - CMH
1 stop11h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$351
Tue 7/168:51 amCMH - SJO
1 stop17h 14mSpirit Airlines
Thu 7/1812:55 amSJO - CMH
1 stop11h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$353
Tue 7/1611:55 amCMH - SJO
2 stops14h 10mSpirit Airlines
Fri 7/191:40 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop16h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$357
Tue 7/97:05 amCMH - SJO
1 stop6h 32mSpirit Airlines
Mon 7/1512:55 amSJO - CMH
2 stops11h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/9$361

Columbus to San José 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Columbus and San José in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Columbus to San José in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Fri 9/610:50 pmCMH - SJO
1 stop14h 43mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/1112:29 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop9h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/9$256
Fri 9/1310:50 pmCMH - SJO
1 stop14h 43mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/1912:29 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop7h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$279
Fri 9/65:30 amCMH - SJO
1 stop8h 03mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/1112:29 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop7h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$281
Mon 9/2310:50 pmCMH - SJO
1 stop14h 43mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/2912:29 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop7h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$289
Wed 9/255:30 amCMH - SJO
1 stop8h 03mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/2912:29 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop9h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$291
Tue 7/97:05 amCMH - SJO
1 stop6h 32mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/1612:32 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop8h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/9$293
Tue 11/263:40 pmCMH - SJO
1 stop6h 28mDelta
Thu 12/52:18 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop9h 09mDelta
Deal found 6/8$296
Mon 7/89:00 amCMH - SJO
1 stop17h 05mSpirit Airlines
Mon 7/151:40 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop16h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$313
Tue 7/168:51 amCMH - SJO
1 stop17h 14mSpirit Airlines
Fri 7/191:40 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop16h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$314

Columbus to San José flights leaving soon

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Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Columbus to San José. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Tue 6/187:05 amCMH - SJO
1 stop6h 32mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/2412:32 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop10h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/9$384
Sat 6/159:00 amCMH - SJO
1 stop17h 09mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/2012:32 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop10h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$405
Tue 6/189:00 amCMH - SJO
1 stop17h 09mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/2412:32 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop10h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$422
Sat 6/1511:10 amCMH - SJO
2 stops14h 59mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/2012:32 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop10h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$423
Tue 6/187:05 amCMH - SJO
1 stop6h 32mSpirit Airlines
Sat 6/2212:59 amSJO - CMH
1 stop21h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/9$445
Sat 6/159:00 amCMH - SJO
1 stop17h 09mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/1912:59 amSJO - CMH
1 stop12h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$454
Sat 6/159:00 amCMH - SJO
1 stop17h 09mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/2012:32 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop10h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/9$464
Sat 6/155:05 pmCMH - SJO
2 stops20h 32mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/2012:32 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop10h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/9$467
Sat 6/1511:10 amCMH - SJO
2 stops14h 59mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/1912:59 amSJO - CMH
1 stop21h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$471

One-way flights to San José from Columbus

Search for one-way flight options from Columbus to San José. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Columbus to San José. Users needing a return flight from Columbus to San José should utilize the search form above.
Mon 8/2610:53 pmCMH - SJO
1 stop14h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$96
Mon 8/2610:53 pmCMH - SJO
2 stops15h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$127
Mon 6/177:50 pmCMH - SJO
1 stop10h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8$162
Mon 6/175:25 pmCMH - SJO
2 stops8h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/8$210
Mon 6/177:15 amCMH - SJO
3 stops15h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/8$2,243
Mon 6/177:15 amCMH - SJO
3 stops14h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/8$2,345

Find flights from Columbus to San José within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to San José that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2024.

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ColumbusSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Fri 9/6

1 stop14h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/11

1 stop9h 42m

$256

ColumbusSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Fri 9/13

1 stop14h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/19

1 stop7h 31m

$279

ColumbusSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Fri 9/6

1 stop8h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/11

1 stop7h 31m

$281

ColumbusSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Tue 11/26

1 stop6h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/5

1 stop9h 09m

$296

ColumbusSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Fri 9/6

1 stop9h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/11

2 stops18h 06m

$321

ColumbusSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Fri 9/13

2 stops18h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/19

2 stops18h 06m

$341

ColumbusSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Tue 11/26

2 stops27h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/7

2 stops16h 56m

$411

ColumbusSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Sat 11/2

2 stops13h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/8

1 stop8h 26m

$438

ColumbusSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Fri 12/6

2 stops22h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/12

2 stops15h 19m

$634

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus Airport to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to San José. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
Booking 25 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus Airport to San José, San José Province. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus Airport to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to San José. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus Airport to San José, San José Province flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to San José

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Temperature and rainfall in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SJO

Temperature

64.4 - 69.8 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San José. Reviews last updated June 9, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, American Airlines and Spirit Airlines from Columbus to San José. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,310 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,310 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,310 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Copa Airlines
8.0
Very good
2,547 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,310 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Avianca
7.5
Good
3,569 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,310 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,661 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,310 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,172 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,310 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San José from Columbus?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Columbus to San José. You should not have trouble finding flights to Juan Santamaria Intl from Columbus; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights to the San José airport from Columbus. It is only a 8.8 mi journey from Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) to San José’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Columbus Airport to San José, San José Province for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Columbus Airport to San José, San José Province for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $256, but on average you can expect to pay $326.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Columbus Airport to San José, San José Province for under $400?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Columbus Airport to San José, San José Province within the next 7 days for less than $400.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbus Airport to San José, San José Province round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Columbus Airport to San José, San José Province round-trip from $256. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $296, and American Airlines, from $321. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 52% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What does CMH to SJO mean?

    Great question - CMH to SJO just means Columbus Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to San José that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Columbus to San José flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Columbus to San José with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Columbus to San José flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to San José that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Columbus to San José flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbus to San José?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Columbus to San José.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Columbus to San José?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to San José by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to San José that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Columbus to San José offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Columbus to San José?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Columbus to San José flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Columbus Airport to San José, San José Province flight deals updated?

    The Columbus Airport to San José, San José Province flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/9.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Columbus Airport to San José, San José Province?

    When booking a flight from Columbus Airport to San José, San José Province, you may want to consider flying on American Airlines, Alaska Airlines or Avianca as they are the most popular for this route.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus Airport to San José, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to San José, San José Province (average of $383). Flying from Columbus Airport to San José, San José Province in July is currently the most expensive (average of $519). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$231Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$300Average$560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$336Average$550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$435Average$608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AviancaCheapest$454Average$594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$617Average$1,008FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$702Average$702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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