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Cheap flights from San José to Edinburgh from £337

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 21/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — EDI
27 Feb — 6 Mar1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from San José to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Edinburgh (EDI). 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 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£596

One-way from

£337

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£787
Aeromexico
  • Aeromexico
  • 1/4-30/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 78h 45m total
  • San José to Edinburgh
21/5
  • 21/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 19h 50m total
  • San José to Edinburgh
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (£85 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£11 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

Find flight deals from San José to Edinburgh

Cheapest flights from San José to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 February 2025.

Tue 1/408:06SJO - EDI
2 stops30h 09mAeromexico
Wed 30/406:00EDI - SJO
2 stops48h 36mAeromexico
Deal found 22/2£596
Sun 8/619:40SJO - EDI
1 stop18h 35mAir France
Fri 20/606:00EDI - SJO
1 stop18h 25mAir France
Deal found 21/2£662
Sun 8/619:40SJO - EDI
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 20/606:00EDI - SJO
2 stops18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2£684
Thu 2/1015:05SJO - EDI
2 stops37h 25mIberia
Sat 18/1012:15EDI - SJO
1 stop33h 20mIberia
Deal found 21/2£696
Sun 8/619:40SJO - EDI
2 stops19h 05mKLM
Fri 20/606:00EDI - SJO
2 stops18h 25mKLM
Deal found 21/2£706
Thu 30/1018:35SJO - EDI
1 stop16h 00mBritish Airways
Fri 7/1119:30EDI - SJO
1 stop27h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/2£729
Mon 14/407:55SJO - EDI
1 stop16h 25mAir Canada
Thu 17/409:00EDI - SJO
1 stop19h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 21/2£794
Sat 22/214:05SJO - EDI
2 stops35h 50mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/309:25EDI - SJO
1 stop16h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/2£841

Find flights from San José to Edinburgh within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from San José to Edinburgh that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 22 February 2025.

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San José

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Depart

Return

Price

San JoséEdinburgh

SJO - EDI

SJOEDI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/4

08:06-21:15

2 stops30h 09m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 30/4

06:00-23:36

2 stops48h 36m

£596

San JoséEdinburgh

SJO - EDI

SJOEDI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/6

19:40-21:15

1 stop18h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 20/6

06:00-17:25

1 stop18h 25m

£662

San JoséEdinburgh

SJO - EDI

SJOEDI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/6

19:40-16:35

1 stop13h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 20/6

06:00-17:25

2 stops18h 25m

£684

San JoséEdinburgh

SJO - EDI

SJOEDI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/6

19:40-21:45

2 stops19h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 20/6

06:00-17:25

2 stops18h 25m

£706

San JoséEdinburgh

SJO - EDI

SJOEDI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 14/4

07:55-07:20

1 stop16h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 17/4

09:00-21:25

1 stop19h 25m

£794

San JoséEdinburgh

SJO - EDI

SJOEDI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 30/6

07:55-10:35

2 stops19h 40m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 11/7

11:30-11:55

1 stop31h 25m

£849

San JoséEdinburgh

SJO - EDI

SJOEDI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 14/4

12:27-13:20

2 stops17h 53m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 17/4

09:25-12:45

2 stops34h 20m

£877

San JoséEdinburgh

SJO - EDI

SJOEDI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 18/6

14:40-22:45

3 stops25h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 23/6

18:00-13:10

2 stops50h 10m

£1,040

San JoséEdinburgh

SJO - EDI

SJOEDI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/3

10:15-10:15

3 stops42h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 19/3

11:15-22:05

3 stops40h 50m

£1,315

San JoséEdinburgh

SJO - EDI

SJOEDI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 21/5

16:45-19:35

2 stops19h 50m

£337

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Travel insights for flights from San José to Edinburgh

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Edinburgh?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from San José to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San José, San José Province to Edinburgh may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 3 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Edinburgh?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Edinburgh (average of £78). Flying from San José, San José Province to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £105). 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 EDI?

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

When flying from San José, San José Province to Edinburgh, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Edinburgh by month

Plan your trip to Edinburgh by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Edinburgh ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Edinburgh when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Edinburgh by month

Plan your trip to Edinburgh by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Edinburgh, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 15.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Edinburgh. 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 Edinburgh. Reviews last updated 22 February 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown KLM, Aeromexico and Air France from San José to Edinburgh. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

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.

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

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.

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

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.

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

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.

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

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.

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

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 Edinburgh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Edinburgh round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San José, San José Province to Edinburgh round-trip from £596. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air France, from £662, and KLM, from £706. Aeromexico is priced at 32% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to Edinburgh one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £477 on Air France. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include KLM from £477 and United Airlines from £568 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San José to Edinburgh that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San José to Edinburgh?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Edinburgh (average of £78). Flying from San José, San José Province to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £105). 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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