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Cheap flights from San José to Barcelona-El Prat Airport from £378

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — BCN
27 Jan — 3 Feb1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from San José to Barcelona-El Prat

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Barcelona-El Prat (BCN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 22 January 2025.

Round-trip from

£588

One-way from

£378

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£852
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 28/4-23/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 72h 16m total
  • San José to Barcelona
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11/2
  • 11/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 50m total
  • San José to Barcelona
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Cheapest flights from San José to Barcelona-El Prat
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Barcelona-El Prat. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 January 2025.

Fri 12/908:37SJO - BCN
1 stop21h 23mMultiple Airlines
Thu 25/913:15BCN - SJO
1 stop17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1£574
Mon 28/407:55SJO - BCN
2 stops45h 20mUnited Airlines
Fri 23/515:15BCN - SJO
2 stops26h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/1£588
Tue 11/220:10SJO - BCN
2 stops15h 55mKLM
Tue 11/319:55BCN - SJO
1 stop29h 30mKLM
Deal found 21/1£640
Sat 1/217:21SJO - BCN
2 stops22h 34mAir France
Tue 25/206:00BCN - SJO
1 stop18h 25mAir France
Deal found 21/1£705
Fri 3/1015:25SJO - BCN
1 stop24h 15mSWISS
Fri 7/1106:45BCN - SJO
1 stop15h 05mSWISS
Deal found 21/1£712
Tue 13/519:25SJO - BCN
1 stop14h 45mLufthansa
Thu 12/607:45BCN - SJO
2 stops38h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 21/1£747
Thu 6/302:15SJO - BCN
1 stop22h 25mAvianca
Fri 14/312:50BCN - SJO
1 stop18h 25mAvianca
Deal found 21/1£790
Tue 3/614:29SJO - BCN
2 stops34h 26mAir Europa
Tue 10/620:30BCN - SJO
2 stops33h 23mAir Europa
Deal found 21/1£811

Find flights from San José to Barcelona-El Prat within your budget

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San JoséBarcelona

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 28/4

07:55-13:15

2 stops45h 20m

Barcelona-El Prat

Fri 23/5

15:15-10:11

2 stops26h 56m

£588

San JoséBarcelona

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/3

23:28-14:05

2 stops31h 37m

Barcelona-El Prat

Fri 14/3

05:55-21:25

2 stops22h 30m

£603

San JoséBarcelona

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/2

20:10-19:05

2 stops15h 55m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 11/3

19:55-18:25

1 stop29h 30m

£640

San JoséBarcelona

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/2

17:21-22:55

2 stops22h 34m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 25/2

06:00-17:25

1 stop18h 25m

£705

San JoséBarcelona

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 13/5

19:25-18:10

1 stop14h 45m

Barcelona-El Prat

Thu 12/6

07:45-13:55

2 stops38h 10m

£747

San JoséBarcelona

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/3

02:15-07:40

1 stop22h 25m

Barcelona-El Prat

Fri 14/3

12:50-00:15

1 stop18h 25m

£790

San JoséBarcelona

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/6

14:29-08:55

2 stops34h 26m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 10/6

20:30-21:53

2 stops33h 23m

£811

San JoséBarcelona

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 13/6

15:25-23:40

1 stop24h 15m

Barcelona-El Prat

Thu 19/6

20:00-13:55

1 stop25h 55m

£846

San JoséBarcelona

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/2

21:00-23:50

1 stop19h 50m

£378

San JoséBarcelona

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 28/1

02:15-07:40

1 stop22h 25m

£532

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Travel insights for flights from San José to Barcelona-El Prat

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San José to Barcelona-El Prat including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from San José to Barcelona-El Prat. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.

The best time to book flights from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 78 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (average of £52). Flying from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £196). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SJO to BCN?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Barcelona-El Prat. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 January 2025.

When flying from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 14% versus a flight at midday.

Rainfall in Barcelona-El Prat by month

Plan your trip to Barcelona-El Prat by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Barcelona-El Prat Airport ranges from 20.0 - 91.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 91.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Barcelona-El Prat Airport when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Barcelona-El Prat by month

Plan your trip to Barcelona-El Prat by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 24.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 9.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Barcelona-El Prat

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Barcelona-El Prat. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Barcelona-El Prat. Reviews last updated 22 January 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San José to Barcelona, see what other customers have to say about KLM and Lufthansa. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,600 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,849 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,490 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,985 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to Barcelona-El Prat. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San José to Barcelona-El Prat?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San José to Barcelona-El Prat. You should not have trouble finding flights to Barcelona-El Prat from Juan Santamaria Intl; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Barcelona-El Prat per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 0 airlines have flights from the San José airport to Barcelona-El Prat. It is only a 8.8 mi journey to Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) from San José’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport round-trip?

    United Airlines, at £588, was found to be the cheapest airline from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include KLM and Air France. United Airlines is currently priced 30% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport are Avianca (£532), United Airlines (£622), and Lufthansa (£677).

  • Can I find deals for flights from San José to Barcelona-El Prat that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San José to Barcelona-El Prat flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San José to Barcelona-El Prat?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San José to Barcelona-El Prat.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to Barcelona-El Prat?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Barcelona-El Prat by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (average of £52). Flying from San José, San José Province to Barcelona-El Prat Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £196). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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