$116 Cheap Flights from San José (SJO) to La Fortuna (FON)

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Cheap Flights from San José to La Fortuna (SJO-FON)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $116 for one-way flights and $231 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Flights from San José (SJO) to La Fortuna (FON)
Origin airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Destination airport
Arenal
Airlines serving
SANSA
Roundtrip price
$231
Distance
44 mi

San José to La Fortuna Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San José to La Fortuna

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San José to La Fortuna are during the month of May. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San José to La Fortuna with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from San José to La Fortuna

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San José to La Fortuna: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San José to La Fortuna

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San José to La Fortuna in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $116 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San José to La Fortuna flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San José to La Fortuna airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport to FON last minute?
Being spontaneous is a wonderful way to travel around, but it isn’t necessarily the best way to land a bargain plane ticket. Consider booking your SJO to FON trip ahead of time rather than leaving it until the last minute. Based on flight pricing and demand studies in 2022, we have found that the best time to book domestic flights is between 28 – 35 days ahead of the departure date, and international flights three to four months in advance. Save up that spontaneity for when you reach your destination!
What airports do you fly into for La Fortuna from San José?
La Fortuna (FON-Arenal), Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) and Tobias Bolanos Intl. Airport (SYQ) are your choices when heading off from San José to La Fortuna. Roughly 1 mi northeast of downtown La Fortuna, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) is the city’s principal entry point. Keep in mind things like flight arrival and departure times and the distance to your hotel before deciding where you fly into. Arenal Volcano and Tabacon Hot Springs are two fantastic attractions to check out when you reach your destination.
Can I change the date of my flight from SJO to FON?
Expedia makes it easy to make changes to your Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to FON trip yourself. Access your details via the Expedia Trips portal and select “change flight.” Look for new flights and book the one that works best with your plans. You’ll get an estimate of flight change fees that may apply. You can also head to our Customer Service portal to chat to our Virtual Agent and quickly get answers to your questions.

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