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Cheap flights from Lisbon to San José from £539

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 21/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LIS — SJO
15 Mar — 22 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Lisbon to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lisbon to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 February 2026.

Wed 3/619:45
LIS
-
SJO
1 stop27h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 17/619:05
SJO
-
LIS
1 stop33h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/2£568
Tue 17/210:15
LIS
-
SJO
2 stops38h 01m
United Airlines
Tue 3/308:45
SJO
-
LIS
2 stops19h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 10/2£612
Wed 18/210:15
LIS
-
SJO
1 stop15h 38m
United Airlines
Sun 8/313:30
SJO
-
LIS
2 stops36h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 11/2£613
Tue 24/205:00
LIS
-
SJO
2 stops20h 53m
United Airlines
Tue 17/307:45
SJO
-
LIS
2 stops20h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 11/2£614
Fri 20/210:15
LIS
-
SJO
1 stop15h 38m
United Airlines
Tue 3/309:05
SJO
-
LIS
2 stops22h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 10/2£615
Tue 3/312:20
LIS
-
SJO
2 stops59h 56m
United Airlines
Wed 29/413:25
SJO
-
LIS
2 stops38h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 10/2£615
Sat 30/505:00
LIS
-
SJO
2 stops18h 45m
KLM
Fri 12/619:05
SJO
-
LIS
2 stops20h 45m
KLM
Deal found 10/2£616
Thu 5/311:55
LIS
-
SJO
2 stops30h 47m
United Airlines
Wed 15/412:44
SJO
-
LIS
2 stops38h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 10/2£617

Find flight deals from Lisbon to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lisbon (LIS) 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 13 February 2026.

Round-trip from

£568

One-way from

£539

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£485
Air France
  • Air France
  • 3/6-17/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 60h 45m total
  • Lisbon to San José
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Iberia
  • Iberia
  • 21/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 15m total
  • Lisbon to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (£63 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 February 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Lisbon 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 13 February 2026.
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Price

LisbonSan José

LIS - SJO

LISSJO

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Wed 3/6

19:45-16:20

1 stop27h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 17/6

19:05-11:15

1 stop33h 10m

£568

LisbonSan José

LIS - SJO

LISSJO

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Thu 26/2

10:15-19:53

1 stop15h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/3

14:20-10:15

2 stops37h 55m

£612

LisbonSan José

LIS - SJO

LISSJO

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Tue 3/3

12:20-18:16

2 stops59h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 29/4

13:25-10:30

2 stops38h 05m

£615

LisbonSan José

LIS - SJO

LISSJO

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Thu 5/3

11:55-12:42

2 stops30h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 15/4

12:44-10:30

2 stops38h 46m

£617

LisbonSan José

LIS - SJO

LISSJO

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Wed 3/6

05:00-17:00

2 stops19h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 17/6

19:05-22:50

2 stops20h 45m

£619

LisbonSan José

LIS - SJO

LISSJO

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Sat 30/5

05:00-16:45

2 stops18h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 12/6

19:05-22:50

2 stops20h 45m

£619

LisbonSan José

LIS - SJO

LISSJO

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Wed 8/4

10:25-10:11

2 stops30h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 26/4

07:55-08:20

2 stops17h 25m

£621

LisbonSan José

LIS - SJO

LISSJO

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Sat 21/2

08:20-16:35

1 stop14h 15m

£539

LisbonSan José

LIS - SJO

LISSJO

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Sat 21/2

10:00-22:02

2 stops18h 02m

£550

LisbonSan José

LIS - SJO

LISSJO

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 3/8

10:00-12:00

2 stops33h 00m

£665

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Best time to book a flight from Lisbon to San José

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Lisbon to San José

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Lisbon to San José. Price data was last updated on 6 February 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Lisbon to San José may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 68 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lisbon to San José (average of £129). Flying from Lisbon to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of £657). 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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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 13 February 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Iberia and Avianca from Lisbon to San José by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Iberia
7.0
Good
3,115 reviews
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Crew

7.7

Comfort

6.8

Boarding

7.2

Overall

7.0

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Marcela,Nov 2025

MAD - MXP

I can’t believe as an international flight they don’t offer a glass of water, snacks or something. The only way to get it is if you pay for it.
Iberia
7.0
Good
3,115 reviews
Iberia
7.0
Good
3,115 reviews
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Crew

7.7

Comfort

6.8

Boarding

7.2

Overall

7.0

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Marcela,Nov 2025

MAD - MXP

I can’t believe as an international flight they don’t offer a glass of water, snacks or something. The only way to get it is if you pay for it.
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,497 reviews
Iberia
7.0
Good
3,115 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.7

Comfort

6.8

Boarding

7.2

Overall

7.0

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Marcela,Nov 2025

MAD - MXP

I can’t believe as an international flight they don’t offer a glass of water, snacks or something. The only way to get it is if you pay for it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Lisbon 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 Lisbon to San José?

    Departing from Lisbon to San José will take you 15h 38m. Lisbon and San José are separated by a distance of 4982 mi.

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

    Currently priced at £129, Avianca will fly you from Lisbon to San José and back. In addition to Avianca, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Iberia for as low as £495. Avianca is currently priced 80% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lisbon to San José (average of £129). Flying from Lisbon to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of £657). 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 2 airlines flying from Lisbon to San José

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Lisbon 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 13 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest£129Average£147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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IberiaCheapest£495Average£586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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