Which airports can I use when flying from Adelaide to San José?

Flights from Adelaide to San José usually depart from Adelaide (ADL) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Adelaide to San José?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Adelaide to San José.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Adelaide to San José?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 51% on flights from Adelaide to San José. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $2,365 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $4,768, a difference of $2,403. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Do I need a passport to fly from Adelaide to San José?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Adelaide to San José changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $3,095 to $7,715. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Adelaide and San José?

San José is 16 hours behind Adelaide (Central Time vs Central Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO)?

San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging $43 for economy cars. Top options include: • Priceless • Avis • Budget • Alamo • Payless

How much should I expect to pay for a Adelaide to San José flight?

Return flights from Adelaide to San José range from $3,071 to $3,285, with an average of $3,276 over the past 12 months. Anything below $3,071 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Adelaide to San José?

Return flights from Adelaide to San José typically range from $3,071 to $3,285. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $3,095 on United Airlines.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Adelaide to San José?

United Airlines ($3,095) and Qatar Airways ($3,519) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Adelaide to San José according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Thu, 4 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb

06:10 - 08:32ADL Adelaide-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

42h 52m2 stops Brisbane San Francisco

09:40 - 09:30SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ADL Adelaide

31h 20m1 stop San Francisco

$3,095United Airlines

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Thu, 4 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb

06:10 - 08:32ADL Adelaide-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

42h 52m2 stops Brisbane San Francisco

08:45 - 09:30SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ADL Adelaide

32h 15m3 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl San Francisco

$3,095United Airlines

9 hours ago

Thu, 4 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb

06:10 - 08:32ADL Adelaide-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

42h 52m2 stops Brisbane San Francisco

08:45 - 09:30SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ADL Adelaide

32h 15m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco

$3,095United Airlines

9 hours ago

Sun, 28 Feb - Thu, 4 Mar

22:00 - 21:12ADL Adelaide-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

39h 42m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Miami

13:29 - 17:05SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ADL Adelaide

35h 06m2 stops Miami Doha Hamad Intl

$3,519Qatar Airways

1 day ago

Sun, 28 Feb - Thu, 4 Mar

22:00 - 21:12ADL Adelaide-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

39h 42m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Miami

13:29 - 17:05SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ADL Adelaide

35h 06m2 stops Miami Doha Hamad Intl

$3,537Qatar Airways

2 days ago

Sun, 28 Feb - Thu, 4 Mar

22:00 - 21:12ADL Adelaide-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

39h 42m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Miami

13:29 - 17:05SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ADL Adelaide

35h 06m2 stops Miami Doha Hamad Intl

$3,545Qatar Airways

3+ days ago

Thu, 17 Dec - Wed, 23 Dec

06:25 - 23:01ADL Adelaide-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

33h 06m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dallas/Fort Worth

00:43 - 11:00SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ADL Adelaide

41h 47m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Sydney Kingsford Smith

$3,717American Airlines

3+ days ago

Thu, 4 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb

06:00 - 22:30ADL Adelaide-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

33h 00m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

08:45 - 19:10SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ADL Adelaide

41h 55m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$3,977Air Canada

9 hours ago

Thu, 17 Dec - Thu, 24 Dec

07:15 - 20:39ADL Adelaide-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

29h 54m3 stops Melbourne Los Angeles Houston George Bush Intcntl

12:35 - 09:30SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ADL Adelaide

28h 25m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco

$4,311United Airlines

3+ days ago

Thu, 17 Dec - Thu, 24 Dec

19:55 - 08:32ADL Adelaide-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

53h 07m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith San Francisco

09:40 - 09:30SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ADL Adelaide

31h 20m1 stop San Francisco

$4,332United Airlines

3+ days ago

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How much is a return flight from Adelaide to San José? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Adelaide to San José departing in February.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Adelaide to San José?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Adelaide to San José.
Do I need a passport to fly from Adelaide to San José?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Adelaide to San José flight?
Return flights from Adelaide to San José range from $3,071 to $3,285, with an average of $3,276 over the past 12 months. Anything below $3,071 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Adelaide to San José changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $3,095 to $7,715. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
Which car hire options are available at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO)?
San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging $43 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Priceless
• Avis
• Budget
• Alamo
• Payless
Which airports can I use when flying from Adelaide to San José?
Flights from Adelaide to San José usually depart from Adelaide (ADL) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Adelaide to San José?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 51% on flights from Adelaide to San José. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $2,365 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $4,768, a difference of $2,403.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between Adelaide and San José?
San José is 16 hours behind Adelaide (Central Time vs Central Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Friday flights average $2,365, about $2,403 less than Thursday fares (50% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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