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?

On the Adelaide to San José route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 39%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $2,164 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $3,521 – a $1,357 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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 $2,226 to $8,998. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Adelaide and San José?

San José is 15 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 starting from around $2 for economy cars. Top options include: • Budget • Avis • Priceless • Routes Car & Truck Rentals • Payless

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

Return flights from Adelaide to San José range from $2,395 to $3,223, with an average of $3,019 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,395 counts as a good deal.

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Tue, 26 Jan - Fri, 19 Feb

18:50 - 19:55ADL Adelaide-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

41h 35m2 stops Brisbane Dallas/Fort Worth

00:35 - 12:35SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ADL Adelaide

43h 30m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Brisbane

$2,226Multiple Airlines

Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

18:30 - 14:00ADL Adelaide-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

36h 00m3 stops Melbourne Los Angeles Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth

14:46 - 12:35SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ADL Adelaide

29h 19m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Brisbane

$2,253Multiple Airlines

Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

06:00 - 19:30ADL Adelaide-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

30h 00m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles Los Angeles

14:46 - 12:35SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ADL Adelaide

29h 19m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Brisbane

$2,270Multiple Airlines

Tue, 26 Jan - Sat, 20 Feb

06:25 - 19:55ADL Adelaide-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

30h 00m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth

11:25 - 13:45SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ADL Adelaide

33h 50m3 stops Miami Los Angeles Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,557American Airlines

Tue, 26 Jan - Sat, 20 Feb

18:30 - 23:25ADL Adelaide-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

45h 25m2 stops Melbourne Los Angeles Los Angeles

05:35 - 19:00SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ADL Adelaide

44h 55m3 stops Guatemala City La Aurora Los Angeles Los Angeles Melbourne

$2,865Multiple Airlines

Fri, 8 Jan - Mon, 8 Feb

06:00 - 13:57ADL Adelaide-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

48h 27m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dallas/Fort Worth

06:30 - 21:20SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ADL Adelaide

46h 20m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Brisbane

$2,918Multiple Airlines

Sat, 26 Dec - Fri, 8 Jan

14:55 - 22:00ADL Adelaide-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

47h 35m2 stops San Francisco Denver Intl

14:15 - 09:30SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ADL Adelaide

50h 45m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl San Francisco

$3,073United Airlines

Wed, 30 Dec - Sat, 9 Jan

14:55 - 06:25ADL Adelaide-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

56h 00m2 stops San Francisco Los Angeles Los Angeles

06:40 - 09:30SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ADL Adelaide

34h 20m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles San Francisco

$3,073United Airlines

Wed, 30 Dec - Mon, 11 Jan

14:55 - 22:32ADL Adelaide-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

48h 07m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl

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

31h 20m1 stop San Francisco

$3,073United Airlines

Sat, 26 Dec - Sun, 10 Jan

14:55 - 22:00ADL Adelaide-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

47h 35m2 stops San Francisco Denver Intl

14:15 - 09:30SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ADL Adelaide

50h 45m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl San Francisco

$3,073United Airlines

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

American Airlines ($2,557) and United Airlines ($3,073) 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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When to book flights from Adelaide to San José

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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?
On the Adelaide to San José route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 39%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $2,164 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $3,521 – a $1,357 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
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 $2,226 to $8,998. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
What is the time difference between Adelaide and San José?
San José is 15 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 starting from around $2 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Budget
• Avis
• Priceless
• Routes Car & Truck Rentals
• Payless
How much should I expect to pay for a Adelaide to San José flight?
Return flights from Adelaide to San José range from $2,395 to $3,223, with an average of $3,019 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,395 counts as a good deal.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $2,164 – about $1,357 less than Wednesday (39% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Adelaide to San José trip for February. Fares historically average $2,041 return in that month – typically $1,379 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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