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Cheap flights from Zurich to San José from £507

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 28/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — SJO
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Zurich to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Zurich (ZRH) 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 June 2025.

Round-trip from

£633

One-way from

£507

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£734
Delta
  • Delta
  • 1/9-26/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 71h 17m total
  • Zurich to San José
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KLM
  • KLM
  • 28/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 55m total
  • Zurich to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (£42 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£16 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Zurich to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zurich to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 June 2025.

Mon 1/910:10ZRH - SJO
1 stop34h 00mDelta
Sat 27/913:18SJO - ZRH
2 stops37h 17mDelta
Deal found 12/6£633
Wed 19/1106:55ZRH - SJO
2 stops22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1220:10SJO - ZRH
1 stop19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/6£635
Thu 25/911:20ZRH - SJO
1 stop14h 15mLufthansa
Tue 14/1019:25SJO - ZRH
1 stop15h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 13/6£638
Tue 23/1213:20ZRH - SJO
2 stops39h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 16/212:35SJO - ZRH
2 stops19h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/6£644
Tue 19/807:00ZRH - SJO
2 stops18h 25mKLM
Mon 8/913:35SJO - ZRH
2 stops19h 10mKLM
Deal found 12/6£651
Wed 11/619:40ZRH - SJO
2 stops32h 29mBritish Airways
Wed 2/706:10SJO - ZRH
2 stops32h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/6£768
Wed 3/909:05ZRH - SJO
Nonstop12h 05mSWISS
Wed 24/914:40SJO - ZRH
1 stop13h 00mSWISS
Deal found 12/6£782

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ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Mon 1/9

10:10-12:10

1 stop34h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 26/9

13:18-10:35

2 stops37h 17m

£633

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Wed 19/11

06:55-22:15

2 stops22h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/12

20:10-22:30

1 stop19h 20m

£635

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Thu 25/9

11:20-17:35

1 stop14h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 14/10

19:25-19:15

1 stop15h 50m

£638

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Wed 26/11

11:25-13:15

2 stops32h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 14/12

06:40-15:15

1 stop25h 35m

£645

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Tue 19/8

07:00-17:25

2 stops18h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/9

13:35-16:45

2 stops19h 10m

£651

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Wed 3/9

09:05-13:10

Nonstop12h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 24/9

14:40-11:40

1 stop13h 00m

£782

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Fri 26/9

14:55-19:42

2 stops36h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 14/10

12:55-18:55

2 stops22h 00m

£810

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Tue 28/10

14:15-17:10

1 stop33h 55m

£507

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Sat 27/9

11:10-21:53

2 stops18h 43m

£548

ZurichSan José

ZRH - SJO

ZRHSJO

Zurich

Tue 22/7

13:25-19:37

2 stops38h 12m

£659

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Zurich to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Zurich to San José. Price data was last updated on 9 June 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Zurich to San José, San José Province may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 37 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 Zurich to San José, San José Province?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to San José, San José Province (average of £769). Flying from Zurich to San José, San José Province in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,101). 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 ZRH to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Zurich 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 13 June 2025.

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

Rainfall in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province ranges from 0.0 - 300.0 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 300.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

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 June 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,946 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Colin,Sept 2024

LHR - BOS

Delta One is very poor quality seating for first class. On multiple trips pieces have come off the seat. Staff and food have been good
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,946 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,946 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Colin,Sept 2024

LHR - BOS

Delta One is very poor quality seating for first class. On multiple trips pieces have come off the seat. Staff and food have been good
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,946 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Colin,Sept 2024

LHR - BOS

Delta One is very poor quality seating for first class. On multiple trips pieces have come off the seat. Staff and food have been good
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,624 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,946 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Colin,Sept 2024

LHR - BOS

Delta One is very poor quality seating for first class. On multiple trips pieces have come off the seat. Staff and food have been good
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,946 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Colin,Sept 2024

LHR - BOS

Delta One is very poor quality seating for first class. On multiple trips pieces have come off the seat. Staff and food have been good
Air Europa
6.9
Okay
529 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,946 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Colin,Sept 2024

LHR - BOS

Delta One is very poor quality seating for first class. On multiple trips pieces have come off the seat. Staff and food have been good

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Zurich 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 popular is this Zurich to San José, San José Province flight route?

    Flights from Zurich to San José Juan Santamaria Intl have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Zurich to San José, San José Province round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Zurich to San José, San José Province round-trip from £633. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Lufthansa, from £638, and United Airlines, from £645. You may be able to fly from Zurich to San José, San José Province for 25% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Zurich to San José, San José Province one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £507 on KLM. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Europa from £548 and United Airlines from £659 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Zurich to San José, San José Province?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Zurich to San José, San José Province are Edelweiss Air (74%), SWISS (74%) and Lufthansa (74%).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Zurich 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 Zurich to San José, San José Province?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to San José, San José Province (average of £769). Flying from Zurich to San José, San José Province in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,101). 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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