Cheap Flights from Frankfurt am Main to San Jose Juan Santamaria

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Flight deals from Frankfurt am Main to San Jose Juan Santamaria

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main to San Jose Juan Santamaria

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Frankfurt am Main to San Jose Juan Santamaria flights are currently cheapest in November.

Direct flights from Frankfurt am Main to San Jose Juan Santamaria

Frankfurt am Main to San Jose Juan Santamaria: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Frankfurt am Main to San Jose below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Jose Juan Santamaria.

Frankfurt to San Jose: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found494 €
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time12 hrs, 18 mins
Most popular airlineLufthansa
Average flights per week3

Finding cheap flights from Frankfurt am Main to San Jose Juan Santamaria: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Frankfurt am Main to San Jose Juan Santamaria is 494 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
12 hours and 18 minutes is the average flight time from Frankfurt am Main to San Jose Juan Santamaria.
Lufthansa flies direct from Frankfurt am Main to San Jose Juan Santamaria.
As of March 2025, there are 3 flights per week flying from Frankfurt am Main to San Jose Juan Santamaria.
The cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main to San Jose Juan Santamaria is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport on Friday, 7 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 18 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Jose Juan Santamaria but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Jose is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air Canada and Lufthansa offer the cheapest flight tickets to San Jose Juan Santamaria.

Flying from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is 12 hours 15 minutes. San Jose's timezone is UTC-6, making San Jose 7 hours behind Frankfurt.

  • Every week, there are 4 flights from Frankfurt Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. If you prefer to take off as soon as possible, go for the 13:15 Lufthansa flight. If you're keen to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight from FRA to SJO is 20:45 with Lufthansa.

  • Flying over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Lufthansa is your gateway to discovering San Jose (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Costa Rica!). Look through the direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • To break up your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a city that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the FRA - SJO route are:

    • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

    • Pearson International Airport

  • Don't forget, you may need a visa to enter Costa Rica. Visa regulations can vary and travel documentation requirements are always changing. Before organising your cheap ticket from FRA to SJO, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.

How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • 356 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. A return flight starts at 494 €. These prices can change based on demand and availability.

  • Score cheap tickets from FRA to SJO by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from Frankfurt Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from FRA to SJO. You don't need to check every day to see whether airfares have fallen. We'll update you when the price changes.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Frankfurt Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.

Handy information about Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • Frankfurt Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 37 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near FRA:

Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • If you're on a late flight from Frankfurt Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near SJO:

Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose

  • From Juan Santamaria International Airport, San Jose is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours and 22 minutes.

When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Frankfurt Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to San Jose based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Book your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport for March if you'd like to go to San Jose during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 29ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap tickets from FRA to SJO sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about San Jose

  • Once you've locked in your flights from FRA to SJO, you'll need to find a place to stay in San Jose. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this city:

  • Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Teatro Nacional Costa Rica, National Park (Parque Nacional) and Plaza de la Cultura are essential stops on your San Jose itinerary.

Complete your San Jose trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've booked a cheap ticket to Juan Santamaria International Airport — next on the list is finding somewhere to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in San Jose.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.