S$327 Cheap Flights from Chicago to San José

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Cheap Flights from Chicago to San José (ORD-SJO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at S$327 for one-way flights and S$471 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

avianca
Thu, 7 Aug - Thu, 14 Aug
ORD
Chicago
SJO
San José
S$471 Return, found 6 days ago
S$471
Return
found 6 days ago
Select avianca flight, departing Thu, 7 Aug from Chicago to San José, returning Thu, 14 Aug, priced at S$471 found 6 days ago
avianca
Sat, 23 Aug - Sat, 30 Aug
ORD
Chicago
SJO
San José
S$489 Return, found 3 days ago
S$489
Return
found 3 days ago
Select avianca flight, departing Sat, 23 Aug from Chicago to San José, returning Sat, 30 Aug, priced at S$489 found 3 days ago
avianca
Thu, 7 Aug - Thu, 14 Aug
ORD
Chicago
SJO
San José
S$493 Return, found 6 days ago
S$493
Return
found 6 days ago
Select avianca flight, departing Thu, 7 Aug from Chicago to San José, returning Thu, 14 Aug, priced at S$493 found 6 days ago
avianca
Sat, 23 Aug - Sat, 30 Aug
ORD
Chicago
SJO
San José
S$511 Return, found 3 days ago
S$511
Return
found 3 days ago
Select avianca flight, departing Sat, 23 Aug from Chicago to San José, returning Sat, 30 Aug, priced at S$511 found 3 days ago
Copa
Sat, 23 Aug - Sat, 30 Aug
ORD
Chicago
SJO
San José
S$610 Return, found 3 days ago
S$610
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Copa flight, departing Sat, 23 Aug from Chicago to San José, returning Sat, 30 Aug, priced at S$610 found 3 days ago
American Airlines
Sat, 23 Aug - Sat, 30 Aug
ORD
Chicago
SJO
San José
S$615 Return, found 3 days ago
S$615
Return
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, 23 Aug from Chicago to San José, returning Sat, 30 Aug, priced at S$615 found 3 days ago
American Airlines
Tue, 12 Aug - Tue, 19 Aug
ORD
Chicago
SJO
San José
S$620 Return, found 1 day ago
S$620
Return
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, 12 Aug from Chicago to San José, returning Tue, 19 Aug, priced at S$620 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Tue, 12 Aug - Tue, 19 Aug
ORD
Chicago
SJO
San José
S$622 Return, found 1 day ago
S$622
Return
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, 12 Aug from Chicago to San José, returning Tue, 19 Aug, priced at S$622 found 1 day ago
United
Tue, 12 Aug - Tue, 19 Aug
ORD
Chicago
SJO
San José
S$623 Return, found 1 day ago
S$623
Return
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, 12 Aug from Chicago to San José, returning Tue, 19 Aug, priced at S$623 found 1 day ago
Delta
Sat, 23 Aug - Sat, 30 Aug
ORD
Chicago
SJO
San José
S$931 Return, found 3 days ago
S$931
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, 23 Aug from Chicago to San José, returning Sat, 30 Aug, priced at S$931 found 3 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago (ORD) to San José (SJO)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From S$327 - S$523 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Chicago to San José route information
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, American Airlines, Copa, Delta, United, avianca
Return price
S$470
Distance
3553 km
Average flight time
6 hours 5 mins

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from ORD to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport?
Within the past 7 days on Expedia, for flights departing within the next year, the lowest price advertised for a round-trip flight from ORD to SJO was S$471. Fares this cheap don't hang around, so make sure you book yours ASAP. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from ORD to SJO?
When it comes to cancellation fees, each airline has its own terms and conditions. If you decide to cancel your escape, visit our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from ORD to SJO that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for ORD to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from ORD to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Around 3,600 kilometres separates Chicago and San Jose, so pack something to help you fill in a couple of hours. That action-packed novel you haven't had time to start will be just the ticket.
Which airlines fly direct from O'Hare Airport to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Direct flights aren't available, so you'll have to make at least one stop between O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) and Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport. Take advantage of the layover time to stretch your legs and grab a bite to eat.
Are O'Hare Airport to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Late planners can sometimes nab a bargain, with some of the cheapest airfares from ORD to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) showing up a few weeks prior to the departure date. If you'd rather book ahead of time, Expedia compares and updates the best flight deals regularly --- as early as 12 months in advance in some cases. It does depend on the carrier though, as not every airline advertises prices so far in advance.

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