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Cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San José from £154

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 3/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — SJO
17 Apr — 24 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from O'Hare Intl to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to San José (SJO). 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 12 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£267

One-way from

£154

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

£459
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 26/5-31/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 28h 44m total
  • Chicago to San José
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 3/5
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 14m total
  • Chicago to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (£40 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£10 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 April 2025.

Sun 9/1106:56ORD - SJO
1 stop12h 00mCopa Airlines
Sun 16/1118:12SJO - ORD
1 stop18h 10mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/4£263
Mon 26/517:20ORD - SJO
2 stops18h 07mSpirit Airlines
Sat 31/512:28SJO - ORD
1 stop10h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/4£267
Mon 26/507:47ORD - SJO
1 stop27h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 30/501:55SJO - ORD
1 stop10h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4£293
Sat 12/407:41ORD - SJO
Nonstop5h 14mUnited Airlines
Sat 19/411:13SJO - ORD
1 stop9h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/4£335
Sat 13/906:00ORD - SJO
1 stop6h 53mDelta
Fri 3/1013:18SJO - ORD
1 stop9h 35mDelta
Deal found 10/4£341
Tue 6/506:00ORD - SJO
2 stops18h 52mAlaska Airlines
Tue 13/501:12SJO - ORD
2 stops21h 47mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/4£440
Thu 17/707:30ORD - SJO
2 stops13h 10mSouthwest
Mon 21/708:45SJO - ORD
2 stops11h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 11/4£505
Mon 26/514:35ORD - SJO
1 stop19h 45mAvianca
Sat 31/519:45SJO - ORD
2 stops17h 40mAvianca
Deal found 11/4£565
Thu 8/501:55ORD - SJO
1 stop22h 16mAeromexico
Sun 11/508:10SJO - ORD
1 stop14h 45mAeromexico
Deal found 11/4£717

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Customise your flight search to find flights from O'Hare Intl to San José 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 12 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San José that are best for you.

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O'Hare Intl

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San José

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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 26/5

17:20-10:27

2 stops18h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 31/5

12:28-00:05

1 stop10h 37m

£267

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/10

07:54-18:59

1 stop12h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 14/10

18:07-13:42

1 stop18h 35m

£292

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 26/5

07:47-10:27

1 stop27h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 30/5

01:55-13:15

1 stop10h 20m

£293

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/5

07:41-11:55

Nonstop5h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/5

07:55-22:58

1 stop14h 03m

£335

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 13/9

06:00-11:53

1 stop6h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/10

13:18-23:53

1 stop9h 35m

£341

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/5

06:00-23:52

2 stops18h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 13/5

01:12-23:59

2 stops21h 47m

£440

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 17/7

07:30-19:40

2 stops13h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 21/7

08:45-21:30

2 stops11h 45m

£505

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 26/5

14:35-09:20

1 stop19h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 31/5

19:45-14:25

2 stops17h 40m

£565

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/5

01:55-23:11

1 stop22h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/5

08:10-23:55

1 stop14h 45m

£717

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/5

07:41-11:55

Nonstop5h 14m

£154

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from O'Hare Intl to San José

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San José

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from O'Hare Intl to San José. Price data was last updated on 4 April 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San José, San José Province, you should look to book at least 39 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San José, San José Province?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San José, San José Province (average of £769). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San José, San José Province in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,101). 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 ORD to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 April 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San José, San José Province as you normally would.

Rainfall in San José by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province ranges from 0.0 - 300.0 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 300.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San José by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 San José. Reviews last updated 12 April 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to San José, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,859 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,859 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,859 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very Good
4,277 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,859 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,912 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,859 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,408 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,859 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,644 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,859 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from O'Hare Intl to San José. 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 into for flights to San José from Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    Located just 8.8 mi from the city center, San José Juan Santamaria Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San José from Chicago O'Hare Intl. Booking flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl from 0 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San José, San José Province round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines (£267), Copa Airlines (£292), and United Airlines (£335) offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San José, San José Province. You may be able to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San José, San José Province for 41% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San José, San José Province one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £154 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Copa Airlines from £156 and Delta from £158 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to San José that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to San José?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to San José?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl to San José 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San José, San José Province?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San José, San José Province (average of £769). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to San José, San José Province in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,101). 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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