Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to San José from £226

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 17/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — SJO
14 Dec — 21 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Gatwick to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in June or April, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Gatwick to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Gatwick (LGW) 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 14 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£518

One-way from

£226

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

£750

Good round-trip deal

£721 or less

Good one-way deal

£666 or less
15/1-27/1
  • 15/1-27/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 37m total
  • London to San José
17/1
  • 17/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 37m total
  • London to San José
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (£74 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£18 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London Gatwick to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from London Gatwick to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

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Cheapest flights from Gatwick to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gatwick to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 November 2025.

Thu 27/1114:00LGW - SJO
1 stop26h 19mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1212:39SJO - LGW
1 stop15h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11£520
Fri 21/1114:00LGW - SJO
1 stop26h 19mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1212:39SJO - LGW
1 stop15h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11£527
Tue 9/1211:20LGW - SJO
2 stops32h 36mAmerican Airlines
Sat 13/1206:00SJO - LGW
2 stops21h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/11£538
Thu 20/1114:00LGW - SJO
1 stop26h 19mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/1113:20SJO - LGW
2 stops58h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11£539
Tue 2/1206:15LGW - SJO
2 stops22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/1208:35SJO - LGW
2 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11£552
Fri 21/1114:00LGW - SJO
1 stop26h 19mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1212:39SJO - LGW
1 stop15h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11£556
Thu 20/1114:00LGW - SJO
1 stop26h 19mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1213:31SJO - LGW
2 stops38h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11£560
Thu 4/1214:00LGW - SJO
1 stop27h 42mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1212:39SJO - LGW
1 stop15h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11£568
Tue 18/1106:15LGW - SJO
2 stops22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/1120:40SJO - LGW
2 stops18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/11£568

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Fly from

Gatwick

Fly to

San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Thu 12/3

18:40-14:50

1 stop26h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 25/3

15:50-17:50

2 stops20h 00m

£525

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Fri 28/11

14:00-10:19

1 stop26h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 12/12

12:39-10:00

1 stop15h 21m

£640

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Tue 2/12

11:00-16:40

Nonstop11h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/12

18:30-10:55

Nonstop10h 25m

£692

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Thu 12/3

18:40-14:50

1 stop26h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 27/3

16:45-17:50

1 stop19h 05m

£728

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Thu 29/1

07:00-00:15

2 stops23h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/2

09:45-12:05

2 stops20h 20m

£767

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Sat 14/3

11:00-16:40

Nonstop11h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 28/3

18:30-10:55

Nonstop10h 25m

£777

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Mon 9/2

10:00-21:52

2 stops17h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 27/2

14:54-16:25

2 stops19h 31m

£795

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Sun 8/2

10:00-21:52

2 stops17h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 27/2

14:54-16:25

2 stops19h 31m

£795

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Fri 6/2

06:50-00:15

2 stops23h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/2

01:45-12:25

2 stops28h 40m

£796

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Thu 26/2

10:00-21:52

2 stops17h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 14/3

14:54-16:25

2 stops19h 31m

£796

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Gatwick Airport to San José

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to San José?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Gatwick to San José. Price data was last updated on 7 November 2025.

The best time to book flights from London Gatwick Airport to San José is 57 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to San José?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to San José (average of £552). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to San José in February is currently the most expensive (average of £717). 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 LGW to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Gatwick 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 14 November 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 33% on flights from London Gatwick Airport to San José by exploring options for tickets at midday.

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 14 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air Europa, Iberia, andBritish Airways from London Gatwick Airport 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.

Crew

7.5

Overall

7.0

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

7.1

Comfort

7.0

Food

6.3

Reviews

1 / 12
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

MAD - JFK

Even though I paid for a ticket that included check in baggage and seat assignment, they did not honor the seat assignment and said it was not included. I paid for 6 tickets, 6 bags so I wanted to ensure we sat together for the long flight. I was given the worst seats possible, very last row, next to the bathroom, and a windowless "window seat". Not what I expected when I made the reservation.

Crew

7.5

Overall

7.0

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

7.1

Comfort

7.0

Food

6.3

Reviews

1 / 12
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

MAD - JFK

Even though I paid for a ticket that included check in baggage and seat assignment, they did not honor the seat assignment and said it was not included. I paid for 6 tickets, 6 bags so I wanted to ensure we sat together for the long flight. I was given the worst seats possible, very last row, next to the bathroom, and a windowless "window seat". Not what I expected when I made the reservation.

Crew

7.5

Overall

7.0

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

7.1

Comfort

7.0

Food

6.3

Reviews

1 / 12
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

MAD - JFK

Even though I paid for a ticket that included check in baggage and seat assignment, they did not honor the seat assignment and said it was not included. I paid for 6 tickets, 6 bags so I wanted to ensure we sat together for the long flight. I was given the worst seats possible, very last row, next to the bathroom, and a windowless "window seat". Not what I expected when I made the reservation.

Crew

7.5

Overall

7.0

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

7.1

Comfort

7.0

Food

6.3

Reviews

1 / 12
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

MAD - JFK

Even though I paid for a ticket that included check in baggage and seat assignment, they did not honor the seat assignment and said it was not included. I paid for 6 tickets, 6 bags so I wanted to ensure we sat together for the long flight. I was given the worst seats possible, very last row, next to the bathroom, and a windowless "window seat". Not what I expected when I made the reservation.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from London Gatwick to San José, you will be flying into Juan Santamaria Intl. San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is just 8.8 mi from the center of the city. Juan Santamaria Intl is the only San José airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from London Gatwick per day. 3 airlines have flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl from London Gatwick on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from London Gatwick Airport to San José?

    For as low as £692, SWISS can have you in San José from London Gatwick Airport in 11h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5420 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London Gatwick Airport to San José round-trip?

    According to our current data, Iberia (£608), British Airways (£619), and Air Europa (£756) offers the cheapest pricing from London Gatwick Airport to San José. Iberia is currently priced 23% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to San José?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £664. While the most popular route (London Gatwick - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) can be booked for £473 on average, our data indicates £774 when flying from London Gatwick Airport to San José.

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

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

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

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

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to San José?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to San José (average of £552). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to San José in February is currently the most expensive (average of £717). 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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IberiaCheapest£608Average£820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£619Average£846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air EuropaCheapest£756Average£938FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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