Cheap Flights from San José to Chicago

Popular airlines from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport to O'Hare Airport?
Start packing your suitcase, because round-trip journeys from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) start from . That's based on airfares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices can go up quickly, so book now to get the best deal. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Each air carrier has its own set of terms and conditions. If you do decide to cancel, follow the easy instructions on our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to O'Hare Airport 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 Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from SJO to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
The flight distance between SJO (SJO) and ORD (ORD) is 3,600 kilometres. Work your way through your travel song playlist or bury your nose in a book and the journey will zip on by.
Which airlines fly direct from SJO to ORD?
If you want to travel straight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport to O'Hare Airport, you'll need to book a flight with one or more stops. Unfortunately, there are no airlines that fly directly on this route.
Are Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Last-minute bookings from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to ORD can be hit-or-miss. You might be lucky and score a bargain, but then again, you could miss out entirely! If you'd rather start your trip planning early on, Expedia compares flight deals up to a year in advance. Just remember that not all airlines list their prices that far in advance. Our suggestion? Check back often as updates are made regularly.

Travel information

Origin airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Destination airport
O'Hare Intl.
Distance
3553 km
Average flight time
6 hours 35 mins

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