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Cheap flights from Amsterdam to San José from £476

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 16/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AMS — SJO
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Amsterdam to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Amsterdam to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 March 2026.

Wed 29/409:50
AMS
-
SJO
1 stop15h 45m
SWISS
Wed 13/519:20
SJO
-
AMS
2 stops18h 55m
SWISS
Deal found 17/3£561
Wed 7/1010:00
AMS
-
SJO
2 stops29h 15m
United Airlines
Sat 24/1013:30
SJO
-
AMS
1 stop36h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/3£568
Mon 27/408:00
AMS
-
SJO
2 stops20h 19m
United Airlines
Sat 16/513:25
SJO
-
AMS
1 stop35h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 17/3£569
Tue 29/1207:15
AMS
-
SJO
2 stops22h 17m
United Airlines
Fri 29/109:05
SJO
-
AMS
1 stop15h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 18/3£570
Sun 5/408:50
AMS
-
SJO
2 stops33h 21m
United Airlines
Sun 3/507:55
SJO
-
AMS
2 stops42h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 17/3£571
Mon 27/408:00
AMS
-
SJO
2 stops20h 19m
United Airlines
Mon 11/507:55
SJO
-
AMS
1 stop17h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 17/3£572
Thu 9/411:15
AMS
-
SJO
2 stops28h 00m
United Airlines
Mon 20/407:55
SJO
-
AMS
1 stop17h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 17/3£573
Tue 29/1207:15
AMS
-
SJO
2 stops22h 17m
United Airlines
Mon 1/214:05
SJO
-
AMS
1 stop36h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 17/3£573
Fri 1/512:00
AMS
-
SJO
1 stop31h 55m
United Airlines
Tue 12/507:55
SJO
-
AMS
1 stop17h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 17/3£575
Mon 6/408:00
AMS
-
SJO
2 stops31h 15m
United Airlines
Wed 22/411:13
SJO
-
AMS
2 stops18h 47m
United Airlines
Deal found 17/3£576
Wed 30/1210:20
AMS
-
SJO
1 stop33h 55m
United Airlines
Sat 30/108:45
SJO
-
AMS
1 stop16h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 18/3£576

Find flight deals from Amsterdam to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Amsterdam (AMS) 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 21 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£561

One-way from

£476

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£691
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 29/4-13/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 34h 40m total
  • Amsterdam to San José
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Air Europa
  • Air Europa
  • 16/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 47m total
  • Amsterdam to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (£16 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£9 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

AmsterdamSan José

AMS - SJO

AMSSJO

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sat 11/4

11:15-11:51

2 stops32h 36m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 25/4

06:40-07:35

2 stops40h 55m

£568

AmsterdamSan José

AMS - SJO

AMSSJO

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sat 9/5

14:40-07:15

2 stops24h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 22/5

00:30-07:35

2 stops23h 05m

£569
Fastest return journey

AmsterdamSan José

AMS - SJO

AMSSJO

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 18/8

11:00-19:37

1 stop16h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 14/12

08:45-08:35

1 stop16h 50m

£578

AmsterdamSan José

AMS - SJO

AMSSJO

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sat 2/5

08:00-12:21

2 stops36h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/5

13:25-09:20

1 stop35h 55m

£591

AmsterdamSan José

AMS - SJO

AMSSJO

Amsterdam Schiphol

Thu 14/5

11:15-07:15

2 stops28h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 23/5

13:25-09:20

1 stop35h 55m

£593

AmsterdamSan José

AMS - SJO

AMSSJO

Amsterdam Schiphol

Fri 28/8

08:00-07:15

2 stops31h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/9

13:25-09:30

2 stops36h 05m

£593

AmsterdamSan José

AMS - SJO

AMSSJO

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 1/7

11:00-22:39

1 stop19h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/7

00:30-09:20

1 stop24h 50m

£595

AmsterdamSan José

AMS - SJO

AMSSJO

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 1/4

14:50-19:37

2 stops36h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 22/4

07:55-09:20

1 stop17h 25m

£620
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

AmsterdamSan José

AMS - SJO

AMSSJO

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 16/6

13:00-16:20

Nonstop11h 20m

£476

AmsterdamSan José

AMS - SJO

AMSSJO

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sat 16/5

13:00-16:20

Nonstop11h 20m

£493

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Best time to book a flight from Amsterdam to San José

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Amsterdam to San José

How far ahead should I book a flight from Amsterdam to San José?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Amsterdam to San José. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Amsterdam to San José may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 74 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Amsterdam to San José?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Amsterdam to San José (average of £381). Flying from Amsterdam to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of £518). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Amsterdam to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 March 2026.

When flying from Amsterdam to San José, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Amsterdam to San José?

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 21 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines from Amsterdam to San José have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,452 reviews
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Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,452 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,452 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Amsterdam 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 airports do I use to fly from Amsterdam to San José?

    To fly from Amsterdam to San José, you need to book a flight from Schiphol (AMS) to Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO). Nonstop flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl from Amsterdam Schiphol take 29h 31m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there is 1 outbound flight from Schiphol to Juan Santamaria Intl offered by 1 airline.

  • How popular is this Amsterdam to San José flight route?

    Flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to San José Juan Santamaria Intl have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Amsterdam to San José?

    A quick flight from Amsterdam to San José can take about 32h 36m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £568. The distance from Amsterdam to San José is about 5626 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Amsterdam to San José round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines (£426), offers the cheapest pricing from Amsterdam to San José. Users have found that United Airlines is 33% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Amsterdam 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Amsterdam to San José?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Amsterdam to San José (average of £381). Flying from Amsterdam to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of £518). 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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Top airline flying from Amsterdam to San José

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United AirlinesCheapest£426Average£651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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