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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to San José from £226

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 22/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — SJO
4 Jan — 11 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 5 December 2025.

Fri 12/1210:00LHR - SJO
1 stop33h 15mLufthansa
Fri 9/114:05SJO - LHR
1 stop35h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 3/12£563
Sat 13/1209:00LHR - SJO
2 stops43h 55mAir Canada
Wed 31/1208:50SJO - LHR
2 stops20h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 4/12£570
Thu 11/1207:30LHR - SJO
2 stops31h 02mUnited Airlines
Thu 15/106:30SJO - LHR
1 stop21h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/12£574
Mon 15/1216:20LHR - SJO
2 stops36h 35mAir Canada
Wed 24/1208:50SJO - LHR
2 stops18h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 4/12£586
Sat 13/1216:20LHR - SJO
2 stops36h 35mAir Canada
Wed 24/1208:35SJO - LHR
1 stop15h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 4/12£589
Sat 13/1216:20LHR - SJO
2 stops26h 22mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/106:30SJO - LHR
1 stop21h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/12£594
Sun 14/1213:25LHR - SJO
1 stop15h 50mAir Canada
Wed 31/1208:50SJO - LHR
2 stops18h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 1/12£599
Sun 14/1212:00LHR - SJO
2 stops40h 55mAir Canada
Mon 29/1208:50SJO - LHR
2 stops29h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 1/12£601
Sat 13/1216:20LHR - SJO
2 stops36h 35mAir Canada
Mon 29/1208:50SJO - LHR
2 stops41h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 4/12£616
Sat 6/1211:00LGW - SJO
Nonstop11h 40mBritish Airways
Tue 16/1218:30SJO - LGW
Nonstop10h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/12£688
Wed 10/1211:55LGW - SJO
3 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/1207:22SJO - LGW
2 stops21h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12£728
Thu 4/1209:40LCY - SJO
1 stop15h 15mLufthansa
Thu 11/1220:40SJO - LCY
1 stop15h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 3/12£735

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 5 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£513

One-way from

£226

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£899

Good round-trip deal

£744 or less

Good one-way deal

£633 or less
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 19/2-2/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 34h 39m total
  • United Kingdom to San José
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22/1
  • 22/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 37m total
  • United Kingdom to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£44 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£16 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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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 5 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United Kingdom to San José that are best for you.

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LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Sun 15/2

13:35-13:15

2 stops29h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/3

09:40-12:00

1 stop20h 20m

£516

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Sun 11/1

16:00-12:56

2 stops26h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 18/1

06:30-13:30

2 stops25h 00m

£516

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Sun 15/2

10:00-20:39

1 stop16h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/3

23:28-05:55

2 stops24h 27m

£516

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Sun 1/2

10:00-20:39

1 stop16h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/2

08:45-08:25

2 stops17h 40m

£516

LondonSan José

STN - SJO

STNSJO

London Stansted

Wed 4/2

05:55-00:15

2 stops48h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/2

22:00-20:15

1 stop16h 15m

£518

LondonSan José

LTN - SJO

LTNSJO

London Luton

Wed 4/2

14:40-00:15

2 stops39h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/2

18:15-20:20

1 stop20h 05m

£540

LondonSan José

STN - SJO

STNSJO

London Stansted

Mon 23/2

19:55-15:20

2 stops25h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/3

16:15-20:15

2 stops22h 00m

£543

ManchesterSan José

MAN - SJO

MANSJO

Manchester

Wed 4/3

06:00-18:16

2 stops42h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 25/3

05:30-12:20

2 stops24h 50m

£552

ManchesterSan José

MAN - SJO

MANSJO

Manchester

Sat 17/1

13:00-08:32

2 stops25h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 24/1

14:30-17:00

2 stops20h 30m

£552

LondonSan José

STN - SJO

STNSJO

London Stansted

Mon 9/3

16:45-15:20

2 stops28h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 21/3

01:45-09:10

2 stops25h 25m

£561

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

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to San José (average of £477). Flying from United Kingdom to San José in August is currently the most expensive (average of £575). 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 5 December 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from United Kingdom to San José in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 14% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from United Kingdom to San José?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from United Kingdom to San José. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their United Kingdom to San José flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

About 39% of weekly flights between United Kingdom and San José have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 153 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning 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?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday 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 39% 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 5 December 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from the United Kingdom to San José, such as KLM, Air France, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,430 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7.7
Good
1,430 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,430 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Air France
7.4
Good
1,502 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,430 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,066 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,430 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,500 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,430 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,612 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,430 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

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?

    United Airlines, American Airlines, and KLM can get you from United Kingdom to San José in just under 14h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 14h 45m. The distance between United Kingdom and San José is about 5429 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 £389. KLM flights start at £457 while deals on Air France start at £494 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to San José (average of £477). Flying from United Kingdom to San José in August is currently the most expensive (average of £575). 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 5 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IcelandairCheapest£471Average£573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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JetBlueCheapest£477Average£569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air CanadaCheapest£491Average£623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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FinnairCheapest£505Average£748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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American AirlinesCheapest£518Average£625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air FranceCheapest£526Average£726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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AviancaCheapest£531Average£632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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KLMCheapest£541Average£836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£557Average£751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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United AirlinesCheapest£567Average£668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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