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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to San José from £282

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 21/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — SJO
16 Apr — 23 Apr1
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 17 March 2026.

Tue 2/622:05
LHR
-
SJO
1 stop17h 45m
Avianca
Thu 18/616:00
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop16h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 16/3£613
Sat 18/422:05
LHR
-
SJO
2 stops32h 10m
Avianca
Mon 4/505:45
SJO
-
LHR
2 stops26h 50m
Avianca
Deal found 17/3£614
Thu 16/422:05
LHR
-
SJO
1 stop17h 45m
Avianca
Sun 26/416:00
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop16h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 16/3£615
Fri 17/422:05
LHR
-
SJO
2 stops32h 10m
Avianca
Sat 25/416:00
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop16h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 13/3£616
Wed 22/422:05
LHR
-
SJO
1 stop17h 45m
Avianca
Sat 2/516:00
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop16h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 15/3£617
Tue 21/422:05
LHR
-
SJO
2 stops56h 10m
Avianca
Thu 23/401:40
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop30h 55m
Avianca
Deal found 16/3£617
Wed 22/406:00
LHR
-
SJO
1 stop18h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/408:05
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop15h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/3£618
Sat 11/422:05
LHR
-
SJO
2 stops41h 25m
Avianca
Sat 25/416:00
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop16h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 15/3£620
Sun 22/1106:00
LHR
-
SJO
2 stops23h 15m
Air Canada
Mon 30/1108:50
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop16h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 14/3£622

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 17 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£611

One-way from

£282

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£674
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 23/4-30/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 20m total
  • London to San José
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21/4
  • 21/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 25m total
  • London to San José
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Cheapest return flight

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Wed 3/6

06:55-17:35

2 stops17h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 16/6

19:25-20:40

1 stop18h 15m

£674

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Wed 24/6

13:00-07:15

1 stop25h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/7

13:25-11:35

1 stop15h 10m

£693
Fastest return journey

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Thu 2/7

10:00-19:37

1 stop16h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/7

11:13-11:35

1 stop17h 22m

£693

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Wed 8/4

07:30-20:19

2 stops19h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 18/4

07:55-07:55

1 stop17h 00m

£693

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Sun 26/4

07:30-20:19

2 stops19h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/5

13:00-21:35

2 stops25h 35m

£693

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Fri 29/5

07:25-22:39

2 stops22h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 13/6

06:40-09:40

1 stop20h 00m

£695

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Sat 2/5

11:05-05:30

2 stops25h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 16/5

13:25-11:35

1 stop15h 10m

£696

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Thu 30/7

11:25-10:11

2 stops29h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 27/8

07:55-10:40

2 stops19h 45m

£709

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Fri 17/7

10:00-19:37

1 stop16h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/8

08:45-14:10

1 stop22h 25m

£712

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Mon 18/5

16:40-11:38

2 stops25h 58m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 7/6

07:55-07:40

1 stop16h 45m

£712

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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?

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

Booking 16 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to San José (average of £480). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of £601). 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.

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 17 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines 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.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,473 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7.8
Good
1,473 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,473 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,432 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,473 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,467 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,473 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,811 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,473 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,858 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,473 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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 13 different airlines.

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

    Lufthansa and United Airlines can get you from London Heathrow Airport to San José in just under 17h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h 35m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5407 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at £444, SWISS will fly you from London Heathrow Airport to San José and back. In addition to SWISS, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Finnair and Icelandair - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £461 and £473, respectively. Users have found that SWISS is 33% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Heathrow Airport to San José one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air France, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £497. However, be on the lookout for offers from KLM and Aeromexico, as they are both options that can get you from London Heathrow Airport to San José for a low price.

  • 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 £34 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to San José (average of £480). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of £601). 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

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Air Canada flights from London Heathrow to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
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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 17 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest£444Average£645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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FinnairCheapest£461Average£662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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IcelandairCheapest£473Average£536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air CanadaCheapest£476Average£581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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JetBlueCheapest£479Average£573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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American AirlinesCheapest£520Average£655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air FranceCheapest£547Average£735FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest£550Average£639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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AviancaCheapest£554Average£632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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KLMCheapest£556Average£712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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