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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to San José from £241

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 26/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — SJO
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from United Kingdom to San José

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Cheapest flights from United Kingdom to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from United Kingdom to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 March 2026.

Wed 16/922:05
LHR
-
SJO
1 stop17h 45m
Avianca
Wed 28/1009:45
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop22h 50m
Avianca
Deal found 19/3£605
Fri 20/1121:40
LHR
-
SJO
2 stops31h 35m
Avianca
Sun 29/1106:00
SJO
-
LHR
2 stops26h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 20/3£606
Mon 1/610:25
LGW
-
SJO
1 stop13h 35m
Air France
Mon 8/619:05
SJO
-
LGW
1 stop13h 55m
Air France
Deal found 20/3£606
Fri 17/422:05
LHR
-
SJO
1 stop17h 45m
Avianca
Wed 6/509:25
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop23h 10m
Avianca
Deal found 19/3£606
Fri 8/522:05
LHR
-
SJO
1 stop17h 45m
Avianca
Sun 24/516:00
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop16h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 20/3£607
Wed 3/610:25
LGW
-
SJO
1 stop13h 35m
Air France
Sun 21/619:05
SJO
-
LGW
1 stop13h 55m
Air France
Deal found 20/3£607
Thu 16/422:05
LHR
-
SJO
1 stop24h 20m
Avianca
Thu 23/409:25
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop23h 10m
Avianca
Deal found 20/3£608
Fri 5/622:05
LHR
-
SJO
1 stop17h 45m
Avianca
Mon 22/616:00
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop16h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 20/3£609
Thu 16/422:05
LHR
-
SJO
2 stops32h 10m
Avianca
Sat 25/405:45
SJO
-
LHR
2 stops26h 50m
Avianca
Deal found 20/3£609
Tue 5/513:40
LTN
-
SJO
2 stops26h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 12/519:40
SJO
-
LTN
1 stop21h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3£610
Sat 18/422:05
LHR
-
SJO
2 stops32h 10m
Avianca
Mon 4/505:45
SJO
-
LHR
2 stops26h 50m
Avianca
Deal found 17/3£610
Sat 9/520:40
LGW
-
SJO
1 stop25h 25m
Iberia
Mon 25/516:30
SJO
-
LGW
1 stop20h 30m
Iberia
Deal found 17/3£610

Find flight deals from United Kingdom to San José

Keep the following information in mind while searching for United Kingdom to San José flight deals. Data was last updated 21 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£605

One-way from

£241

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£696

Good round-trip deal

£819 or less
Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 16/9-28/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 35m total
  • United Kingdom to San José
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26/4
  • 26/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 05m total
  • United Kingdom to San José
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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 March 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from United Kingdom to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from United Kingdom 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 21 March 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Wed 3/6

09:20-17:35

1 stop15h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 17/6

15:50-17:55

1 stop19h 05m

£626

EdinburghSan José

EDI - SJO

EDISJO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 23/4

08:50-14:05

1 stop36h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 26/5

08:00-07:20

1 stop16h 20m

£641

LondonSan José

LCY - SJO

LCYSJO

London City

Wed 3/6

20:15-16:20

1 stop27h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 18/6

18:25-16:40

1 stop15h 15m

£644

EdinburghSan José

EDI - SJO

EDISJO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 5/6

09:00-20:35

2 stops18h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/6

08:00-07:40

2 stops16h 40m

£646
Fastest return journey

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Fri 5/6

06:00-14:05

1 stop15h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 16/6

19:25-16:40

1 stop14h 15m

£652

BirminghamSan José

BHX - SJO

BHXSJO

Birmingham

Mon 4/5

18:20-17:35

1 stop30h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 18/5

07:15-17:25

2 stops27h 10m

£662

BirminghamSan José

BHX - SJO

BHXSJO

Birmingham

Mon 27/4

05:55-12:21

2 stops37h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/5

08:45-17:15

2 stops25h 30m

£673

ManchesterSan José

MAN - SJO

MANSJO

Manchester

Fri 17/4

05:55-12:21

2 stops37h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/5

13:25-17:35

2 stops45h 10m

£677

ManchesterSan José

MAN - SJO

MANSJO

Manchester

Mon 4/5

05:55-16:20

1 stop17h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 24/5

19:25-22:20

1 stop19h 55m

£683

EdinburghSan José

EDI - SJO

EDISJO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 14/5

12:30-07:15

2 stops25h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 25/5

00:30-08:25

2 stops24h 55m

£686

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Best time to book a flight from United Kingdom to San José

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from the United Kingdom to San José

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to San José (average of £476). Flying from United Kingdom to San José in August is currently the most expensive (average of £577). 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 GB to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from United Kingdom 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 21 March 2026.

When flying from United Kingdom to San José, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How often are flights from the United Kingdom to San José delayed?

About 24% of weekly flights between United Kingdom and San José have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 145 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United Kingdom to San José flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United Kingdom to San José flights?

Over the past year, British Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 24% of flights being delayed.

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 21 March 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from the United Kingdom to San José, such as KLM,United Airlines, andAir Canada. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,475 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

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
1,475 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,475 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

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
9,451 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,475 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

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
10,821 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,475 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

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
1,475 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

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
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,805 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,475 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.8

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 United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom?

    For a flight from United Kingdom 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.

  • How long is the flight from United Kingdom to San José?

    SWISS, KLM, and Air Canada can get you from United Kingdom to San José in just under 15h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 11h 50m. The distance between United Kingdom and San José is about 5420 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from United Kingdom to San José one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Avianca, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £269. KLM flights start at £472 while deals on Air France start at £492 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from United Kingdom to San José?

    When deciding which route to take from United Kingdom to San José consider London Heathrow - San José Juan Santamaria Intl, London Gatwick - San José Juan Santamaria Intl or London City - San José Juan Santamaria Intl as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to San José?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to San José (average of £476). Flying from United Kingdom to San José in August is currently the most expensive (average of £577). 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 10 airlines flying from United Kingdom to San José

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from United Kingdom 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 21 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest£441Average£661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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FinnairCheapest£458Average£657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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IcelandairCheapest£470Average£532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air CanadaCheapest£472Average£644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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JetBlueCheapest£476Average£569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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American AirlinesCheapest£517Average£678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air FranceCheapest£543Average£863FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest£547Average£732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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AviancaCheapest£550Average£628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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KLMCheapest£552Average£850FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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