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San Jose.C$436 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jun 2, returning Wed, Jun 11.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departing from Portland on Mon, Jun 2, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with United, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Wed, Jun 11, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$436, select.
San Jose.C$436 per passenger.Departing Tue, May 27, returning Tue, Jun 3.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departing from Portland on Tue, May 27, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with United, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Tue, Jun 3, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$436, select.
San Jose.C$453 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 23, returning Sun, Jul 27.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departing from Portland on Wed, Jul 23, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with United, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Sun, Jul 27, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$453, select.
San Jose.C$457 per passenger.Departing Wed, Aug 27, returning Wed, Sep 3.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departing from Portland on Wed, Aug 27, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with United, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Wed, Sep 3, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$457, select.
San Jose.C$477 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jan 10, returning Fri, Jan 16.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departing from Portland on Sat, Jan 10, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with United, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Fri, Jan 16, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$477, select.
San Jose.C$478 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 23, returning Wed, Oct 1.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departing from Portland on Tue, Sep 23, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with United, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Wed, Oct 1, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$478, select.
San Jose.C$478 per passenger.Departing Thu, Sep 11, returning Wed, Sep 17.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departing from Portland on Thu, Sep 11, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with United, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Wed, Sep 17, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$478, select.
San Jose.C$484 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jan 19, returning Thu, Feb 5.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departing from Portland on Mon, Jan 19, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with United, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Thu, Feb 5, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$484, select.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Portland 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 Portland to San Jose Juan Santamaria flights are currently cheapest in June.
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from C$436
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from C$453
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from C$497
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from C$1,520
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from C$477
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Portland to San Jose Juan Santamaria: Alternative routes

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

Portland to San Jose: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundC$436
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from Portland to San Jose Juan Santamaria: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Portland to San Jose Juan Santamaria is C$436. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Portland to San Jose Juan Santamaria. But we found flights with one or more stops from C$436.
There are no flights flying from Portland to San Jose Juan Santamaria, as of April 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Portland to San Jose Juan Santamaria is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Portland Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport on Monday, June 2, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Portland Airport and San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Jose Juan Santamaria.

Flying from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know

  • San Jose's timezone is UTC-6, making San Jose one hour ahead of Portland.

  • Your PDX to SJO flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Portland International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between PDX and SJO:

    • Denver International Airport

    • George Bush Intercontinental Airport

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Portland International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight is C$196. A return ticket is currently C$436. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from PDX to SJO, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from PDX to SJO by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Portland International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Portland International Airport (PDX)

  • PDX is located at 7000 NE Airport Way.

  • Portland International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 83.65% of flights that depart PDX arrive at their destination on time.

  • To get to Portland International Airport from central Portland, it takes around 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.

  • Looking for a handy hotel close to PDX? If you've booked an early flight from Portland International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • If you're coming in on a late Portland International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near SJO:

  • Grab a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car and discover San Jose and beyond with your own wheels. NextCar, Europcar and Dollar are popular outlets to choose from here.

  • To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Juan Santamaria International Airport about three weeks before travelling.

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 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 2 hours 20 minutes.

When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

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

  • Before locking in your flight from Portland International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in San Jose, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from PDX to SJO in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.

Explore more of Costa Rica

  • Limon is just one of the many places in Costa Rica waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of San Jose. Around 113 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.

  • Alajuela is another essential stop in Costa Rica and is around 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose. No journey is complete without experiencing La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.

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