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Cheapest return flight
€631
Typical prices: €788-€1,090
KLM
Thu 18/1Wed 31/1
DUB - SJO • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
€344
Typical prices: €510-€760
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/3
DUB - SJO • 3 stops
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Best reviews • 7.8 score
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Cheapest • 13% average savings
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When to book
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 23% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 11% price drop
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Cheap Flights to San José

 
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Recent return flight deals to San José

Mon, 18 Jan - Sun, 31 Jan
KLM Logo
05:45 - 18:59Dublin  Dublin-San José San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 14m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Panama City Tocumen Intl
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17:52 - 16:20San José  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-Dublin Dublin
16h 28m2 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
€631KLM
3+ days ago
Mon, 18 Jan - Sun, 31 Jan
KLM Logo
05:45 - 18:59Dublin  Dublin-San José San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 14m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Panama City Tocumen Intl
KLM Logo
17:52 - 16:20San José  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-Dublin Dublin
16h 28m2 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
€633KLM
3+ days ago
Thu, 28 Jan - Mon, 1 Feb
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05:45 - 18:59Dublin  Dublin-San José San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 14m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Panama City Tocumen Intl
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20:30 - 22:55San José  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-Dublin Dublin
20h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
€633Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, 18 Jan - Wed, 3 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
05:45 - 18:59Dublin  Dublin-San José San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 14m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Panama City Tocumen Intl
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17:25 - 18:25San José  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-Dublin Dublin
19h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
€634Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Mon, 7 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
Air France Logo
06:00 - 17:30Dublin  Dublin-San José San José Juan Santamaria Intl
17h 30m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
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18:03 - 18:25San José  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-Dublin Dublin
18h 22m2 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
€716Air France
1 day ago
Wed, 20 Jan - Sun, 24 Jan
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07:50 - 20:59Shannon  Shannon-San José San José Juan Santamaria Intl
43h 09m2 stops London Heathrow Miami
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06:00 - 16:45San José  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-Shannon Shannon
28h 45m2 stops Miami London Heathrow
€774British Airways
3+ days ago
Mon, 7 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
Air France Logo
06:00 - 17:30Dublin  Dublin-San José San José Juan Santamaria Intl
17h 30m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
Air France Logo
18:03 - 18:25San José  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-Dublin Dublin
18h 22m2 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
€774Air France
3+ days ago
Wed, 20 Jan - Sun, 24 Jan
British Airways Logo
07:50 - 20:59Shannon  Shannon-San José San José Juan Santamaria Intl
43h 09m2 stops London Heathrow Miami
British Airways Logo
06:00 - 16:45San José  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-Shannon Shannon
28h 45m2 stops Miami London Heathrow
€776British Airways
3+ days ago
Mon, 23 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
Air Canada Logo
09:00 - 22:30Dublin  Dublin-San José San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 30m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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08:45 - 07:10San José  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-Dublin Dublin
16h 25m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
€790Air Canada
2 days ago
Sat, 21 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
Air Canada Logo
09:00 - 22:30Dublin  Dublin-San José San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 30m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
Air Canada Logo
08:45 - 07:10San José  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-Dublin Dublin
16h 25m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
€790Air Canada
2 days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for flights to San José

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to San José?

Dublin to San José is the cheapest route at €631 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to San José?

On average, a return flight from Ireland to San José costs €874, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months. Return fares from Cork average €801, while Dublin runs a bit higher at €868.

What is the cheapest day to fly to San José?

Friday is the cheapest day to fly to San José at €846 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Saturday is the most expensive at €1,045.

What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

•November is the cheapest month to fly to San José with an average price of €779 return.
•December (€1,181) and August (€1,003) are the most expensive.

Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to San José?

Evening flights to San José are the cheapest at €785 return on average. Afternoon flights are the most expensive at €1,084.

What is a good deal for flights to San José?

Flights under €788 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to San José at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Cork €782.

When are flights to San José the cheapest?

Flights to San José are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 23% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for flights to San José

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

€344
Beat the crowds with an average 62% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 76% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Dublin to San José

When to book flights to San José

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to San José based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your questions about flights to San José, answered

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  • How do I know if a flight to San José is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to San José is around €788 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to San José?

    Last-minute fares to San José (booked within two weeks of departure) are typically 13% higher than the average return fare of €874.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at San José?

    American Airlines operates the most flights from Ireland to San José at 0 per week, while British Airways is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from Ireland to San José. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

Your guide to booking San José flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to San José, book around 19 weeks before departure. Based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months, fares are historically about 23% lower during this window than last-minute fares.
  • For flights to San José, a good return fare is around €788. If you find a fare below that, you're getting a strong deal.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, consider flying to San José in November. Return fares historically average €779, making November the cheapest month to travel based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to afternoon to save up to €299 on a return flight. Afternoon flights to San José average €785 compared to €1,084 for midday flights.
  • Once you arrive in San José, a great place to start is Parque Metropolitano La Sabana. It is popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to San José

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to San José? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.8
KLMOverall score based on 1599 reviews
7.3Food
7.2Entertainment
8.4Crew
7.7Comfort
7.8Boarding
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The flight itself was fine, food was expired and gross, staff were mostly amazing! KLM messed up rebooking for our first two flights that got cancelled and we almost didn’t make it to Amsterdam for an additional two days

4.0 OkayJessica, Sept 2026
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The flight itself was fine, food was expired and gross, staff were mostly amazing! KLM messed up rebooking for our first two flights that got cancelled and we almost didn’t make it to Amsterdam for an additional two days

Flight lead was a gentleman with silver hair and he went out of his way to shake hands and interact with each passenger seated in business class. A medical emergency took place during our flight and he handled it with perfect poise and professionalism. He was gracious and confidently competent. Just what you want from a leader,

It was really nice experience by flying this klm flight.I personally recommend everyone to please try this klm flight

KLM remains a quality flag carrier airline which maintains its standards whilst all their competitors are lowering theirs.

Transfer at Amsterdam airport is very convenient and the airport is easy to navigate. Boarding was also quick and easy. Cabin crew were excellent and the meals were good, although lacking in options.

Overall a very pleasant flight. No significant issues on either flight. Amsterdam airport is very convenient for connecting

Quick and efficient as always. Air France managed to loose and damage my luggage that never made it onto my KLM flight.

Booked connecting flights with KlM. My serving flight was the furthest part of the airport. On arrival in Zurich. My two cases arrived but only one carry on belong to my son. His three suitcase didn't arrive. After enquiring we discovered they were still in Amsterdam. We landed at 11.12. We eventually left the airport just after one.

The food quality is poor. The staff are very friendly and accommodating. The entertainment program was limited. I experienced a delay of 30 minutes due to two issues. Passenger luggage had to be removed and there was a technical issue with the stairs not detaching from the aircraft. The pilot managed to compensate and we arrived only 15 minutes later. The luggage at Dubai airport was very slow. I waited over an hour.

Seats actually fit a human! Snack options were a bit lame but that’s ok

The boarding was efficieng. Staff in flight smiling, polite, attentive, patient. Very professional.

Seats! The eternal problem in economy. They are like stones!!

Communication on the delay, rebooking and how to get a hotel was poor. Mails, airport check-in and transfer desk said different things.

Not great , just ok . I expected better food but it did not deliver . Flight staff was ok . The guy at the drop off bag counter was the only saving grace in this whole trip . He was pleasant, friendly and very helpful . You couldn’t ask for a better assistance from him .

They lost my lauggage and I STILL HAVE NOT RECEIVED IT. NO ONE IS HELPING! PLEASE HELP FIND MY LOST LAUGGAGE

A disaster. Air France is a real joke. They overcharge us customers for absolutely nothing. Service was very poor, food was mediocre, entertainment non existent, etc. We paid thousands of dollars for our business class tickets and then we were told in Paris we could not access its lounge. Really Air France ? Congratulations on irritating your customers to the sky high level and ensuring we will do everything in our power to discourage others to travel with you.

At check-in at Guarulhos Airport, I was coerced to pay EUROS 100 for each of my two teenage kids travelling on economy premium on the same flight (total charge of EUROS 200) to AIR FRANCE on the rational that they were on a different class and therefore they would require additional care from the flight crew. My wife and I would be (and actually flew) only a few meters from our kids on business class in the same flight. Air France took EUROS 200 from me in exchange for absolutely nothing. My kids are seasoned travelers and independent, and in any event, they were not given any special or any other assistance or attention by Air France flight crew as result or in connection with the fee charged from me at any given time during the flight to Paris - so ABSOLUTELY NO SERVICE WAS PERFORMED AND THE FEE WAS SIMPLY ANOTHER WAY OF “MILKING “ EXTRA EUROS 200 FROM ME. Worse, Air France made us wait for everyone to deplane in Paris to let us deplane - after an Air France Paris representative ridiculously confirmed that our kids were our kids, with our kids at that time already by our side seating in business class. We almost lost our connection to Malta as a result. Such a scheme from Air France is outrageous – especially because it penalizes its customers flying in business class or in first class. I would have imagined that Air France would have wanted to attract clients to fly its premium classes – not to charge cheap EURO 100 fees and to keep them waiting to deplane with their families after 12 hours flights at their destination. You won’t see us any time soon Air France and best of luck with your strategy !

Flight was late over a hour just like the first one. WiFi was down.

worst experience ever i choose my seat in advance and also have my seat selected in my boarding and the they told me that my seat has been changed without notify me

A couple of minor delays in boarding but very professional and efficient staff.

Delayed - leaving, delayed getting to the gate at destination. What should have been a very easy flight and experience was not.

Italian airport boarding is always funny. But to not be able to load my luggage with over 1 hour layover is ridiculous

My experience on this United Airlines flight was highly uncomfortable, primarily due to two issues: Cabin Temperature: The temperature on the Boeing 737 MAX 8 was unacceptably high, feeling consistently around 80 degrees throughout the flight. This made sleeping impossible and significantly detracted from the experience. Seating Arrangement: Being stuck in a middle seat for a six-and-a-half-hour overnight flight compounded the discomfort. Moving forward, I will always purchase a seat assignment to avoid this situation.

Smooth flight, especially take off and landing, and great crew on board. Really loved the stroopwaffles!

The flight was canceled the day of the flight. United says it was FAA issue, with some 35 flights canceled and more delayed.

Slight delay but not bad. UA app worked well! Got regular updates of gate changes, etc. Don't have any complaints.

At least the delays were short. Business class, even in the new planes is very crowded now with crappy tray tables

I had very little time to change planes originally in Denver after my flight from Omaha. I had an hour and a half layover in Denver originally and my flight leaving Omaha was delayed an hour because they had to change a tire, which I can understand. When I reached Denver my other flight was late, fortunately, but I still had only 10 minutes to run about a mile through the airport to get to my flight. Again, fortunately, I am a healthy 71-year-old and was able to accomplish this feat. However, the stress was more than necessary to bear.

Flight was delayed Vegetarian food was of poor quality Frankfurt airport was full of mice

If other people in flight, followed instructions and were much cleaner.

Flight was delayed twice which made our arrival extremely late (actually into next day). Not an easy travel. But when we requested assistance for boarding we were really impressed with how they helped us! Strongly praise their assistance.

every single person involved showed their joy, working in the airline industry - it created a very pleasant atmosphere for everyone

For boarding, after family with youngsters, you should have 65 and over. Whatever rules, enforce them. It’s frustrating for those who respect them to see aggressive people rush to the gate out of turn…

A snack would have been nice instead of having to buy food.

The plane was new. Should give more options on food.

No food other than a tiny snack. The flight is too long for not having a more substantial food option, other than buying the overprices and mostly non-plant-based options from the menu.

It was a refreshing experience from the past few times I have travelled with Air Canada.

rerouted on red eye. arrived 9 hours late with no luggage. still missing after 3 days. up to 45 day to deal with it. SHAME

The crew is super friendly and helpful , boarding was quick and easy , the prices are too high for a an airline that doesn’t provide complementary meals or snacks for long flights

The flight crew was nice and courteous. The food was terrible. There are no in-flight entertainment services, the plane is outdated and dilapidated, and the flight is delayed. Both from Newark and Montreal. Too bad.

We loved our flight attendant (Emma, from Scotland), the meals were perfectly spaced out, and the in-flight entertainment was super generous and delightful.

Why don't they board from the back of the plane to the front. We have to move by all the people and their luggage to get to the seats.

The boarding call announcements versus the Staff announcements versus the digital signage board on the out-going and returning flights WERE NOT IN SYNC. I was sent through check and re-checks 3 times. WHY?

With three empty seats across the aisle from me I politely asked the crew if I could sit in one of those seats. They initially told me I couldn't do it for my safety. When I pressed them again they blamed the captain. So which was it? I didn't appreciate either nonsense explanation simply because they didn't want to honor my request.

Great room between the seats, food was excellent, very comfortable overall and could have stayed on the plane even longer

Flight was great (only a short hop from London to Dublin). Wi-Fi available on board(around 2 euros), power sockets, complimentary water and biscuit. Landin/ takeoff all went without a flaw.

Staff member at boarding gate was rude, and more than once!

The issue wasn’t necessarily with British Airlines but was a reaction to their delayed flight from Miami to London on Aug 18. Due to the delay out of Miami, we missed our BA flight with Aer Linguis on the 19th from London to Cork, Ireland. The attendant in London was helpful and rebooked us for a flight later that same day ($120). However, she failed to mention that as a result of the missed flight, our returning flight was also cancelled and the rebooking cost was $451. Disappointed at the lack of communication between airlines and between the agent and the customer.

Lost bag on an hour and a half flight with no connections - ridiculous!

You lost my luggage on the trip to Dublin and again on the way back, still waiting on luggage.

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