CA $111 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to San José (SJO)

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Cheap flights from Chicago (ORD) to San José (SJO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $111 for one-way flights and CA $317 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Flight from Chicago to San José (ORD - SJO) route information
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, Air Canada, American Airlines, Copa, Delta, JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
CA $317
Distance
3553 km
Average flight time
4 hours 14 mins

Chicago to San José Flights

The easy way to book your flights from Chicago to San José 

With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to San José from Chicago whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from 20 airlines that cover this route. There are nonstop flights to Juan Santamaría Intl., too.  

Choose your preferred carrier and cabin class with the advanced search tool and select your ideal departure time. Then, if you want, you can see just nonstop or refundable flights. And if you’re traveling last minute, just enter the date to check out flights from Chicago to San José today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

Save dollars with cheap flights from O'Hare Intl., ORD to Juan Santamaría Intl., SJO 

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from Chicago to San José—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to San José from Chicago currently is just CA $317 rising to CA $396.  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in September when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to San José  
  • Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more
  • Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times 
  • One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free! 

 

Reasons to choose Expedia for your flight to San José from Chicago 

Whatever your destination, budget, or reason to travel, in just one quick search, you can choose from loads of flights, airlines, and cabin classes. The filters make it quick and easy to find your ideal flights, and if you choose one of the flexible options, you won’t be charged to change your flight. So book your flight to San José with Expedia today.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from ORD to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport?
Within the past 7 days on Expedia, for flights departing within the next year, the lowest price advertised for a round-trip flight from ORD to SJO was CA $317. Fares this cheap don’t hang around, so make sure you book yours ASAP. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from ORD to SJO?
When it comes to cancellation fees, each airline has its own terms and conditions. If you decide to cancel your escape, visit our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from ORD to SJO that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for ORD to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from ORD to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Around 3,600 kilometers separates Chicago and San Jose, so pack something to help you fill in a couple of hours. That action-packed novel you haven’t had time to start will be just the ticket.
Which airlines fly direct from O'Hare Airport to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Direct flights aren’t available, so you’ll have to make at least one stop between O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) and Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport. Take advantage of the layover time to stretch your legs and grab a bite to eat.
Are O'Hare Airport to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Late planners can sometimes nab a bargain, with some of the cheapest airfares from ORD to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) showing up a few weeks prior to the departure date. If you’d rather book ahead of time, Expedia compares and updates the best flight deals regularly — as early as 12 months in advance in some cases. It does depend on the carrier though, as not every airline advertises prices so far in advance.
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