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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to San José from £338

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 28/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — SJO
26 Aug — 2 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 July 2026.

Sat 8/820:05
LHR
-
SJO
1 stop23h 50m
SWISS
Wed 19/815:50
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop14h 10m
SWISS
Deal found 23/7£674
Fri 4/1213:00
LHR
-
SJO
1 stop16h 50m
Air Canada
Mon 14/1209:20
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop15h 50m
Air Canada
Deal found 23/7£674
Fri 14/819:45
LHR
-
SJO
1 stop28h 15m
Air France
Thu 10/913:19
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop16h 56m
Air France
Deal found 25/7£675
Thu 15/1006:00
LHR
-
SJO
2 stops23h 00m
SWISS
Thu 29/1007:45
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop16h 45m
SWISS
Deal found 26/7£676
Sat 7/1109:00
LHR
-
SJO
2 stops19h 30m
Air Canada
Sat 21/1109:20
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop15h 50m
Air Canada
Deal found 26/7£677
Tue 1/1218:40
LHR
-
SJO
1 stop26h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 15/1208:45
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop17h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/7£677
Tue 15/1206:00
LHR
-
SJO
2 stops24h 40m
Air Canada
Thu 24/1208:45
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop20h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 26/7£678
Thu 24/922:05
LHR
-
SJO
2 stops41h 25m
Avianca
Tue 6/1017:25
SJO
-
LHR
2 stops39h 10m
Avianca
Deal found 25/7£679
Tue 6/1006:00
LHR
-
SJO
2 stops23h 00m
Air Canada
Thu 15/1007:15
SJO
-
LHR
2 stops22h 45m
Air Canada
Deal found 26/7£680
Tue 8/1206:00
LHR
-
SJO
2 stops24h 40m
Air Canada
Fri 30/408:50
SJO
-
LHR
2 stops41h 45m
Air Canada
Deal found 27/7£680
Sat 12/922:05
LHR
-
SJO
1 stop32h 50m
Avianca
Fri 25/916:00
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop16h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 24/7£681
Thu 13/808:55
LHR
-
SJO
1 stop15h 05m
Air France
Fri 11/913:19
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop16h 56m
Air France
Deal found 25/7£682

Find flight deals from Heathrow to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) 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 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£674

One-way from

£338

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£851

Good round-trip deal

£777 or less
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  • SWISS
  • 8/8-19/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 00m total
  • London to San José
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  • 28/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 35m total
  • London to San José
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Heathrow 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 27 July 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Wed 26/8

07:30-20:19

2 stops19h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/9

07:55-21:25

2 stops30h 30m

£711

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Wed 19/8

06:50-20:19

2 stops20h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 28/8

13:25-07:55

1 stop35h 30m

£713

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Sat 12/9

08:00-19:37

2 stops18h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 13/9

07:55-06:45

2 stops39h 50m

£735

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Fri 4/9

07:45-19:37

2 stops18h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/9

13:25-11:35

1 stop15h 10m

£735

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Fri 14/8

10:00-19:37

1 stop16h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/9

08:45-11:10

1 stop19h 25m

£735

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Tue 1/12

11:25-15:45

1 stop34h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 15/12

18:40-10:50

Nonstop10h 10m

£736

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Thu 6/8

12:00-20:19

1 stop15h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/8

07:15-09:20

1 stop19h 05m

£740
Fastest return journey

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Thu 6/8

10:25-20:19

1 stop16h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/8

07:15-05:55

1 stop15h 40m

£740

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Tue 18/8

18:40-14:05

1 stop26h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 25/8

19:25-19:40

2 stops17h 15m

£740

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Fri 25/12

12:05-22:32

1 stop16h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/1

01:15-10:15

1 stop27h 00m

£813

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to San José

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

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

Booking 15 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to San José. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to San José (average of £584). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of £898). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from London Heathrow Airport to San José?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

London Heathrow Airport to San José flights typically cost between £688 and £818 in August.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £674 on SWISS (8 Aug–19 Aug).

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 July 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines,American Airlines, andAir Canada from London Heathrow Airport to San José. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,046 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Tim,Sept 2025

LHR - IAD

The premium economy seats were very comfortable and the attention and service by the flight attendants was superb.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,046 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,046 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Tim,Sept 2025

LHR - IAD

The premium economy seats were very comfortable and the attention and service by the flight attendants was superb.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,843 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,046 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Tim,Sept 2025

LHR - IAD

The premium economy seats were very comfortable and the attention and service by the flight attendants was superb.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,394 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,046 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Tim,Sept 2025

LHR - IAD

The premium economy seats were very comfortable and the attention and service by the flight attendants was superb.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,161 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,046 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Tim,Sept 2025

LHR - IAD

The premium economy seats were very comfortable and the attention and service by the flight attendants was superb.
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,522 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,046 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Tim,Sept 2025

LHR - IAD

The premium economy seats were very comfortable and the attention and service by the flight attendants was superb.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Heathrow 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 London Heathrow?

    Located just 8.8 mi from the city center, San José Juan Santamaria Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San José from London Heathrow. Booking flights from London Heathrow to Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from London Heathrow from 12 different airlines.

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

    United Airlines can get you from London Heathrow Airport to San José in just under 19h 49m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 5407 mi.

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

    Currently priced at £435, Avianca will fly you from London Heathrow Airport to San José and back. In addition to Avianca, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from SWISS and Air Canada - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £442 and £445, respectively. Users have found that Avianca is 38% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £686. While the most popular route (London Heathrow - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) can be booked for £629 on average, our data indicates £842 when flying from London Heathrow Airport to San José.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from London Heathrow Airport to San José?

    London Heathrow Airport to San José flights have a stopover in Bogotá most of the time. Paris follows Bogotá in terms of the most common stopover location on London Heathrow Airport to San José flights.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Paris?

    Paris travellers tend to visit Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysées, and Opéra Garnier more than any other notable places. Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysées, and Opéra Garnier are located about 15.8 mi, 14.7 mi, and 13.9 mi, respectively from Paris Charles de Gaulle. Those landing in Paris looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about £47 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for London Heathrow Airport to San José flights?

    London Heathrow Airport to San José flights have a stopover in Houston the least frequently.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow 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 London Heathrow Airport to San José?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to San José (average of £584). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of £898). 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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Fly from Heathrow to San José on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Heathrow to San José. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 27 July 2026.
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Top 10 airlines flying from Heathrow to San José

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Heathrow to San José. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 27 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest£435Average£614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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SWISSCheapest£442Average£737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Air CanadaCheapest£445Average£653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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JetBlueCheapest£477Average£523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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LufthansaCheapest£493Average£707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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FinnairCheapest£506Average£642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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American AirlinesCheapest£518Average£664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air FranceCheapest£565Average£772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapest£603Average£788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapest£609Average£910FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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