Cheap flights from Edinburgh to San José from £442

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 17/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — SJO
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in September or July, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) 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 27 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£558

One-way from

£442

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£783
16/2-24/2
  • 16/2-24/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 50h 45m total
  • Edinburgh to San José
17/3
  • 17/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 41m total
  • Edinburgh to San José
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£49 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£23 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 November 2025.

Tue 25/1113:30EDI - SJO
1 stop34h 55mKLM
Tue 2/1220:30SJO - EDI
1 stop20h 40mKLM
Deal found 24/11£614
Tue 25/1112:45EDI - SJO
2 stops40h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/1220:40SJO - EDI
1 stop20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11£673
Mon 22/1220:00EDI - SJO
2 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/122:00SJO - EDI
1 stop19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11£989
Mon 22/1212:30EDI - SJO
2 stops54h 26mUnited Airlines
Sat 24/114:30SJO - EDI
2 stops35h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/11£1,001

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Edinburgh

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghSan José

EDI - SJO

EDISJO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 16/2

15:05-15:20

2 stops30h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 24/2

16:15-18:45

2 stops20h 30m

£558

EdinburghSan José

EDI - SJO

EDISJO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 23/1

09:25-08:32

2 stops29h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/2

06:30-07:55

2 stops19h 25m

£608

EdinburghSan José

EDI - SJO

EDISJO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 23/1

16:25-20:25

3 stops34h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/2

07:22-19:10

2 stops29h 48m

£611

EdinburghSan José

EDI - SJO

EDISJO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 5/3

09:25-19:53

1 stop16h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/3

13:20-09:30

2 stops38h 10m

£634

EdinburghSan José

EDI - SJO

EDISJO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 22/2

06:20-08:50

2 stops32h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/3

16:15-20:40

2 stops22h 25m

£653

EdinburghSan José

EDI - SJO

EDISJO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 17/2

09:25-11:30

1 stop32h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 24/3

05:30-06:55

2 stops19h 25m

£658

EdinburghSan José

EDI - SJO

EDISJO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 9/4

12:30-21:15

2 stops39h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 23/4

08:45-10:35

2 stops66h 50m

£673

EdinburghSan José

EDI - SJO

EDISJO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 21/2

09:25-12:55

2 stops33h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/3

14:05-09:30

2 stops37h 25m

£678

EdinburghSan José

EDI - SJO

EDISJO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 17/3

09:35-15:16

2 stops35h 41m

£442

EdinburghSan José

EDI - SJO

EDISJO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 17/3

05:50-18:25

1 stop18h 35m

£477

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Deals found on 26/11

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Edinburgh to San José. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Edinburgh to San José, you should look to book at least 62 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to San José (average of £537). Flying from Edinburgh to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of £711). 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 EDI to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh 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 27 November 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Edinburgh to San José at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 14% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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 27 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Edinburgh to San José, such as KLM, Air France, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edinburgh to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Edinburgh to San José?

    United Airlines can get you from Edinburgh to San José in just under 29h 07m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Edinburgh and San José are separated by a distance of 5289 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Edinburgh to San José round-trip?

    Flying on Air Canada is currently your cheapest option to San José, with prices starting at £538. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air France and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at £557 and £573, respectively. These flights start at 27% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to San José?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to San José (average of £537). Flying from Edinburgh to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of £711). 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 5 airlines flying from Edinburgh to San José

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Air CanadaCheapest£538Average£670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air FranceCheapest£557Average£682FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapest£573Average£640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapest£574Average£747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£618Average£861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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