Fort Lauderdale and San Jose are separated by 1,840 km, with about 8 direct flights per week connecting the two cities. On this page, you can find up-to-date flight options and book tickets to Costa Rica at the most favorable rates.
The main carriers on this route are JetBlue (B6) and Spirit Airlines (NK). Since prices change based on demand, use the low fare calendar and check the information on how to get to the departure airport and arrange an airport transfer upon arrival.
The table shows direct flights Fort Lauderdale → San José on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 5 h 35 min. Regular flights are operated by JetBlue and Spirit Airlines. Departures from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport airports, arrivals at Juan Santamaria International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Fort Lauderdale — San José by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 578 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 1,917 in F. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Fort Lauderdale → San José, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 890 | high | May | AED 674 | low | Sep | AED 650 | low |
| Feb | AED 770 | medium | Jun | AED 698 | low | Oct | AED 664 | low |
| Mar | AED 914 | high | Jul | AED 746 | medium | Nov | AED 731 | medium |
| Apr | AED 794 | medium | Aug | AED 722 | medium | Dec | AED 905 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in San Jose is characterized by stable temperatures, with April being the warmest month, reaching a maximum of 25.2°C. The rainiest period is October, which sees up to 556 mm of precipitation and only 1 dry day.
The most affordable tickets are offered in August, with prices starting AED 578. Prices peak in September, when the minimum fare for a flight increases to AED 1,917.
The optimal time for a trip is December: the price is AED 1,388, with a significant decrease in rainfall compared to the fall. We recommend avoiding flights in September and October due to high humidity and rising ticket costs.
There are 2 airlines operating on this route, the main ones being JetBlue and Spirit Airlines. Most flights are direct, allowing you to cover the distance between the cities as quickly as possible with an average frequency of 8 departures per week. Below you will find a detailed schedule to help you choose a suitable flight for your specific dates.
Flights Fort Lauderdale — San José depart from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and arrive at Juan Santamaria International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate travel time for a direct flight is about 2 hours 15 minutes, covering a distance of 1,840 km.
JetBlue and Spirit Airlines operate regular flights on this route.
Yes, direct flights are available on this route, allowing you to reach Costa Rica without additional transfers.
Ticket prices change constantly depending on the season and demand; you can see the current minimum in the low fare calendar on this page.
Flights from Fort Lauderdale arrive at Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO), which serves San Jose.
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