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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to San José from £285

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 28/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — SJO
17 May — 24 May1
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 April 2026.

Mon 25/522:05
LHR
-
SJO
1 stop17h 45m
Avianca
Mon 8/609:25
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop23h 10m
Avianca
Deal found 12/4£548
Sun 7/622:05
LHR
-
SJO
1 stop17h 45m
Avianca
Mon 8/616:35
SJO
-
LHR
2 stops40h 00m
Avianca
Deal found 13/4£553
Mon 1/622:05
LHR
-
SJO
1 stop24h 20m
Avianca
Wed 10/609:25
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop23h 10m
Avianca
Deal found 12/4£554
Wed 27/522:05
LHR
-
SJO
1 stop24h 20m
Avianca
Sat 6/609:25
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop23h 10m
Avianca
Deal found 14/4£556
Wed 27/522:05
LHR
-
SJO
2 stops32h 10m
Avianca
Thu 11/609:25
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop23h 10m
Avianca
Deal found 13/4£556
Mon 8/622:05
LHR
-
SJO
1 stop24h 20m
Avianca
Tue 23/609:25
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop23h 10m
Avianca
Deal found 13/4£557
Tue 2/622:05
LHR
-
SJO
2 stops32h 10m
Avianca
Wed 10/609:25
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop23h 10m
Avianca
Deal found 14/4£558
Tue 19/522:05
LHR
-
SJO
2 stops32h 10m
Avianca
Sun 14/609:25
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop23h 10m
Avianca
Deal found 12/4£559

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 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£548

One-way from

£285

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£638

Good round-trip deal

£919 or less
Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 25/5-8/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 55m total
  • London to San José
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Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 28/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 20m total
  • London to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (£13 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£14 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London Heathrow to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.
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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 17 April 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Tue 12/5

09:00-07:15

2 stops29h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 19/5

07:55-14:10

2 stops23h 15m

£706

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Fri 29/5

07:25-22:39

2 stops22h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/6

00:30-07:15

2 stops23h 45m

£706

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Wed 7/10

09:40-11:58

2 stops33h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 16/10

13:23-13:15

1 stop16h 52m

£709

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Fri 8/5

07:30-07:15

2 stops30h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 22/5

08:45-11:10

1 stop19h 25m

£711

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Mon 1/6

06:55-22:39

2 stops22h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/6

00:30-07:15

2 stops23h 45m

£711

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Mon 15/6

10:00-22:39

1 stop19h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 31/8

07:55-10:40

2 stops19h 45m

£731

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Fri 26/6

11:25-10:11

2 stops29h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 12/7

07:55-07:45

1 stop16h 50m

£731

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Wed 13/5

11:25-12:21

2 stops31h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 20/5

07:55-14:10

2 stops23h 15m

£735
Fastest return journey

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Tue 23/6

10:00-19:37

1 stop16h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/7

07:15-05:55

1 stop15h 40m

£735

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Fri 26/6

10:00-19:37

1 stop16h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/7

07:15-05:55

1 stop15h 40m

£745

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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 10 April 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to San José (average of £565). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of £851). 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?

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 April 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
9,604 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - EWR

The flight was on time. Crew was friendly. Will fly again. The seats was comfortable.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,604 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,604 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - EWR

The flight was on time. Crew was friendly. Will fly again. The seats was comfortable.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,599 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,604 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - EWR

The flight was on time. Crew was friendly. Will fly again. The seats was comfortable.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,934 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,604 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - EWR

The flight was on time. Crew was friendly. Will fly again. The seats was comfortable.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,930 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,604 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - EWR

The flight was on time. Crew was friendly. Will fly again. The seats was comfortable.
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,511 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,604 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - EWR

The flight was on time. Crew was friendly. Will fly again. The seats was comfortable.

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 and Delta can get you from London Heathrow Airport to San José in just under 29h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 03m. 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 £428, 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 £435 and £445, respectively. Users have found that Avianca is 34% 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 £487. 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.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £707. While the most popular route (London Heathrow - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) can be booked for £630 on average, our data indicates £1,048 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 £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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to San José (average of £565). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of £851). 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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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 17 April 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 17 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest£428Average£599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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SWISSCheapest£435Average£632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Air CanadaCheapest£445Average£599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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JetBlueCheapest£469Average£542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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FinnairCheapest£498Average£649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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American AirlinesCheapest£510Average£644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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LufthansaCheapest£534Average£630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapest£548Average£734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£567Average£730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapest£580Average£725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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