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Today’s best flight deals from São Paulo to San Jose

Explore current cheapest deals departing from São Paulo to San Jose

October 6 - October 27

Cheapest
Best

GRU - San Jose

$1,247

$831

Round trip

September 14 - September 21

GRU - San Jose

$1,164

$869

Round trip

September 8 - September 15

GRU - San Jose

$1,160

$895

Round trip

October 13 - October 20

GRU - San Jose

$1,289

$937

Round trip

August 2 - August 15

VCP - San Jose

$1,276

$970

Round trip

September 13 - September 18

GRU - San Jose

$1,186

$971

Round trip

August 1 - August 31

VCP - San Jose

$1,244

$972

Round trip

August 9 - August 14

GRU - San Jose

$1,286

$975

Round trip

October 9 - October 17

GRU - San Jose

$1,274

$1,015

Round trip

July 1 - July 15

Earliest

GRU - San Jose

$1,303

$1,052

Round trip

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Insights for flights from São Paulo to San Jose

A typical journey from São Paulo to San Jose takes about 43h 52m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, spanning a distance of 10,379 kilometers. Given the significant travel time, planning your itinerary in advance is advisable.
For travelers looking for cheap flights from São Paulo to San Jose, fares typically range from $1262–$1360, with a median of $1315. Right now, fares are below the typical level. New deals show up several times a week, so setting up a price alert can help you track fluctuations.
When is the cheapest time to fly from São Paulo to San Jose? The most affordable months to fly are typically September, with a median fare of $739, followed by October at $757, and August at $760. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median.
Most itineraries from São Paulo to San Jose connect at least once. There are no direct flights from São Paulo to San Jose, and for connecting itineraries, the median number of stopovers is 3. This indicates that journeys on this route typically involve multiple stops.

How much is a round trip from São Paulo to San Jose

Regular price: $1,051 - $2,138

Prices for flights from São Paulo to San Jose are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from São Paulo to San Jose is between $1051 and $2138. The current lowest deal is $831 with Copa Airlines, for travel from Oct 6 to Oct 27.

now $831

Low $1,051

High $2,138

The cheapest time to fly from São Paulo to San Jose

The cheapest month to fly from Sao Paulo to San Jose is September, with a median price of $739. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $2382. Prices are generally lower from April to December.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $739

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,382

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Direct flights from São Paulo to San Jose

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Last-minute flights going from São Paulo to San Jose

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - San Jose

Maersk Air

São Paulo (GRU) - San Jose (SJC)

Maersk Air

$1,303

$1,053

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - San Jose

LATAM Chile

São Paulo (GRU) - San Jose (SJC)

LATAM Chile

$1,345

$1,576

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - San Jose

Copa Airlines

São Paulo (GRU) - San Jose (SJC)

Copa Airlines

$1,302

$1,179

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - San Jose

LATAM Chile

São Paulo (GRU) - San Jose (SJC)

LATAM Chile

$1,402

$1,542

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - San Jose

LATAM Chile

São Paulo (GRU) - San Jose (SJC)

LATAM Chile

$1,321

$1,542

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

GRU - San Jose

LATAM Chile

São Paulo (GRU) - San Jose (SJC)

LATAM Chile

$1,321

$1,651

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from São Paulo to San Jose

21 nights

Oct 6 - Oct 27

$1,247  →  $831

33%

7 nights

Oct 13 - Oct 20

$1,289  →  $937

27%

5 nights

Aug 9 - Aug 14

$1,286  →  $975

24%

13 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 15

$1,276  →  $970

24%

Popular Airports to fly from São Paulo to San Jose

São Paulo - San Jose route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from São Paulo to San Jose are below the typical level at $831.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September for the best prices

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $739.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a long-haul flight

The median flight duration for this route is 43 hours and 52 minutes, with 3 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route is primarily served by connecting flights, with no direct options available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Copa Airlines offers competitive deals

Copa Airlines recently offered a deal for $831, departing October 6 and returning October 27.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Historically, deals for this route appear regularly, about 0.23 deals per day.

São Paulo main airports to depart from

São Paulo–Guarulhos International (GRU)

Cheapest

São Paulo–Guarulhos International is a good option for flights from São Paulo to San Jose.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$831

São Paulo–Congonhas (CGH)

São Paulo–Congonhas is an alternative for flights from São Paulo to San Jose.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1108

Viracopos International (VCP)

Viracopos International is another option for flights from São Paulo to San Jose.

📍 ~80 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1019

San Jose main airports to arrive at

San Jose International (SJC)

Cheapest

San Jose International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from São Paulo to San Jose.

📍 ~5 km from San Jose (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$831

Airports nearby San Jose used as alternative

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International offers a more extensive route network for international and long-haul domestic flights.

📍 ~55 km from San Jose (reachable by car, Caltrain, BART)

💸 Flights from ~$689

Oakland International (OAK)

Oakland International is a major base for low-cost carriers and often less crowded than SFO.

📍 ~51 km from San Jose (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$772

Monterey Regional (MRY)

Monterey Regional provides a stress-free terminal experience with short security wait times.

📍 ~84 km from San Jose (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$931

Sacramento International (SMF)

Sacramento International is a large airport with a wide variety of domestic carriers and destinations.

📍 ~153 km from San Jose (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$804

Stockton Metropolitan (SCK)

Stockton Metropolitan can be an alternative for specific low-cost regional routes.

📍 ~89 km from San Jose (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$874

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Jul 27

San Jose, United States

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$5,068

$3,410

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Jul 30

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$5,102

$3,410

Save $1,692

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$4,896

$3,410

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San Jose, United States

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$4,910

$3,410

Save $1,500

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Jul 24

San Jose, United States

90% AI deal score

$5,041

$3,411

Save $1,630

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Jun 24

San Jose, United States

90% AI deal score

$5,017

$3,505

Save $1,512

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Jul 27

San Jose, United States

89% AI deal score

$4,960

$3,590

Save $1,370

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Jul 30

San Jose, United States

89% AI deal score

$4,980

$3,590

Save $1,390

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Jul 30

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89% AI deal score

$5,060

$3,629

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Jul 24

San Jose, United States

88% AI deal score

$4,896

$3,591

Save $1,305

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Jul 27

San Jose, United States

88% AI deal score

$5,032

$3,629

Save $1,403

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Jul 24

San Jose, United States

88% AI deal score

$4,971

$3,630

Save $1,341

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Jul 20

San Jose, United States

81% AI deal score

$2,913

$2,556

Save $357

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Jul 20

San Jose, United States

81% AI deal score

$2,906

$2,558

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81% AI deal score

$2,919

$2,558

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Jul 20

San Jose, United States

81% AI deal score

$2,908

$2,558

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Jul 20

San Jose, United States

81% AI deal score

$2,906

$2,558

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San Jose, United States

81% AI deal score

$2,906

$2,558

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Jul 20

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80% AI deal score

$2,908

$2,591

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Oct 13

San Jose, United States

79% AI deal score

$2,882

$2,664

Save $218

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Sep 28

San Jose, United States

79% AI deal score

$2,878

$2,664

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Nov 18

San Jose, United States

78% AI deal score

$2,799

$2,628

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Nov 07

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78% AI deal score

$2,812

$2,628

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Nov 19

San Jose, United States

78% AI deal score

$2,814

$2,628

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Nov 24

San Jose, United States

78% AI deal score

$2,781

$2,629

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Oct 07

San Jose, United States

78% AI deal score

$2,872

$2,664

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Sep 29

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78% AI deal score

$2,875

$2,665

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Oct 16

San Jose, United States

78% AI deal score

$2,881

$2,707

Save $174

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Jul 11

San Jose, United States

78% AI deal score

$2,912

$2,754

Save $158

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Jul 11

San Jose, United States

78% AI deal score

$2,906

$2,754

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Nov 24

San Jose, United States

77% AI deal score

$2,798

$2,660

Save $138

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Nov 24

San Jose, United States

77% AI deal score

$2,783

$2,665

Save $118

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Nov 24

San Jose, United States

77% AI deal score

$2,800

$2,665

Save $135

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Oct 01

San Jose, United States

77% AI deal score

$2,875

$2,739

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Jul 01

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74% AI deal score

$3,743

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Jul 26

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71% AI deal score

$5,729

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Aug 08

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$5,443

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Sep 27

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$7,057

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Aug 16

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67% AI deal score

$10,424

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Jul 17

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$12,937

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Jul 17

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67% AI deal score

$15,522

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Sep 18

San Jose, United States

67% AI deal score

$10,083

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Jose

Finding cheap flights often involves comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites. Consider being flexible with your travel dates, as prices can vary significantly. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch good deals when they appear.

Booking flights in advance, usually several months out, can often lead to better prices. However, last-minute deals can sometimes emerge, so it's wise to monitor prices. There isn't a single best time, as prices fluctuate.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes uncover more affordable flight options or different schedules. Even if an alternative airport is further, the potential savings on airfare might outweigh the extra ground transportation cost. It's often worth checking all available options.