CA $187 Cheap Flights from Detroit (DTW) to San José (SJO)

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Cheap flights from Detroit (DTW) to San José (SJO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $187 for one-way flights and CA $522 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Sun, Apr 19 - Sun, Apr 26
DTW
Detroit
SJO
San José
CA $522 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
CA $522
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sun, Apr 19 from Detroit to San José, returning Sun, Apr 26, priced at CA $522 found 2 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, May 9 - Fri, May 15
DTW
Detroit
SJO
San José
CA $523 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
CA $523
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 9 from Detroit to San José, returning Fri, May 15, priced at CA $523 found 4 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Sun, May 3 - Mon, May 11
DTW
Detroit
SJO
San José
CA $583 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
CA $583
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sun, May 3 from Detroit to San José, returning Mon, May 11, priced at CA $583 found 6 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Mon, May 18 - Fri, May 22
DTW
Detroit
SJO
San José
CA $585 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
CA $585
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, May 18 from Detroit to San José, returning Fri, May 22, priced at CA $585 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, May 8 - Mon, May 11
DTW
Detroit
SJO
San José
CA $589 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
CA $589
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 8 from Detroit to San José, returning Mon, May 11, priced at CA $589 found 4 days ago
JetBlue Airways
Sat, May 9 - Fri, May 15
DTW
Detroit
SJO
San José
CA $596 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
CA $596
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Sat, May 9 from Detroit to San José, returning Fri, May 15, priced at CA $596 found 4 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, May 8 - Tue, May 12
DTW
Detroit
SJO
San José
CA $597 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
CA $597
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 8 from Detroit to San José, returning Tue, May 12, priced at CA $597 found 5 days ago
Air Canada
Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 15
DTW
Detroit
SJO
San José
CA $739 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
CA $739
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Thu, Oct 8 from Detroit to San José, returning Thu, Oct 15, priced at CA $739 found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 24
DTW
Detroit
SJO
San José
CA $1,071 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
CA $1,071
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 16 from Detroit to San José, returning Tue, Nov 24, priced at CA $1,071 found 1 day ago
Delta
Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 24
DTW
Detroit
SJO
San José
CA $1,071 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
CA $1,071
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Nov 16 from Detroit to San José, returning Tue, Nov 24, priced at CA $1,071 found 1 day ago

Alternative airports near San José

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Juan Santamaria Intl. SJO. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city centre is 20 minutes. Flights from CA $696
SJO
Juan Santamaria Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city centre20 min
Flights from CA $696

Find the cheapest month to fly from Detroit (DTW) to San José (SJO)

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From CA $458 - CA $800 per traveller.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
The lowest price advertised for a round-trip journey between Detroit Metro Airport and Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport is CA $522. But you better move fast. This figure is based on fares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Metro Airport to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
The majority of flights can be cancelled online, but each air carrier has its own terms and conditions. If you do have to cancel your flight, visit our Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from DTW to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without charging a fee. All you pay is the cost difference between the two flights. When looking for DTW to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport flights, you'll see a "No change fees" box for you to tick.
How many hours is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
You may like to bring your own entertainment (like some downloaded TV shows), as it takes approximately 8 hours and 32 minutes to jet to SJO from Detroit Metro Airport. A good pair of noise-cancelling earphones will be handy too.
How far is the flight from Detroit Metro Airport to SJO?
The flight distance between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) is 3,600 kilometres. Bring a drink, a snack and an interesting novel to read. Keep yourself busy in the air and time will zip by.
Which airlines fly direct from Metro Airport to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport?
Unfortunately, there aren't any airlines that directly fly between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO). You'll have to book a flight with at least one stop.
Are Metro Airport to SJO flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
It is possible to find a great last-minute deal from Detroit Metro Airport to SJO, but it can also be hit-or-miss. As many airlines publish prices up to 12 months in advance, it's worthwhile keeping an eye on fares early and being ready to pounce when you spot a bargain. Expedia compares air carrier prices and updates flight deals all the time, so you can be certain you're always getting the latest offers.

Travel information

Origin airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Destination airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, Air Canada, American Airlines, Copa, Delta, JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines, United, avianca
Roundtrip price
CA $521
Distance
3563 km

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